We have a wonderful time on Michèle's houseboat.
Michèle was very, VERY kind, available and supportive, always ready to answer our questions and help our stay. She was also very flexible to allow us to check out one hour later after we missed controlling our clock timely (our total responsibility and shame!).
The location of Michèle's houseboat is fantastic. It is close to many attractions, pubs, restaurants, stores, supermarkets, subway stations, with stunning surrounding buildings and canals that will drop your jaw.
The houseboat has a convenient rooftop with a table, deck chairs, lighting and seats that should be glorious in summer. However, it is a bit chill in winter and early spring, precluding a comfortable use during that season. It has three two-person studios with a private bathroom each. All the offered amenities were according to the description: dishes, wi-fi, heating, a microwave oven, shampoo and more, everything clean and ordered.
The only cons of Michèle's houseboat are the following:
a) A misleading title of the publication. We rented "a complete houseboat", and hence we expected to have access to all the ship's rooms, not just one. Consequently, the place was much smaller than we expected.
b) The bed had a broken leg, so it tilted. The bedsheets had some holes.
c) There was a strong humidity odour when we arrived. We understand that humidity is quintessential of a houseboat, but it was a bit too much.
In sum, we think that Michèle's houseboat is a splendid place to stay a couple of days in Amsterdam if you prioritise location, the adventure of living in a boat, and the experience of being close to a canal. But if the location is not a big issue, if you need more space to feel comfortable, or if you are thinking about a more extended stay in Amsterdam, then maybe you should go for a hotel room. There are plenty in the city for the same or less price.