staying on the houseboat was a first time for me and with Mary Ann & William's as host's the boat was the perfect introduction to both accommodation and location!the accommodations was perfect for me and Mary Ann was kind, prompt, helpful and patient as this was my first time in Amsterdam. I was driving from Hamburg and it took longer then I had planned and she waited for my arrival. As a solo female traveler I felt safe there. location was amazing as I could walk anywhere, but just far enough off the tourist pathways to keep things pleasant. I highly recommend stayingon the houseboat and with this exceptional host.