Marloes' houseboat was in the perfect location for me - and the East Dockland area has everything you could possibly want including quick transport into the old area of Amsterdam. The bed was super comfortable, the shower larger than I anticipated and the space comfortable, light and airy. Surprisingly there was little to no noticeable movement. It was literally a 5 minute walk from restaurants, coffee shops, markets, butcher, fishmonger, fruit stand, book store and more. The purpose of my trip was to visit friends who lived also 5 minutes away, but in the past I had taken public transport to do a bit more sightseeing in Amsterdam. Marloes herself was easy to communicate with and responded quickly. Though she was away on my arrival she arranged to have her brother meet, greet and escort me aboard. If the studio is available the next time I visit my friends it will definitely be where I stay.