Want a real Amsterdam experience in a non-touristy area? This is your chance. We love to travel and try to venture out into different areas and we were so pleased with this space. Cozy, comfortable bed, beautiful views day and night. The swan (Gertrude-we decided) made a late evening visit with her friends. Try the dumpling spot at the corner near the park(Peking duck crepes were delicious). The Thai spot just across the canal was delicious! Checkpoint Charlie was a place we would come back to in the evenings after venturing out and having a few drinks outside and people watched. (Try their Bitterballen.) We did venture into the center of city but walking the canals and streets in this area brought us to some great bars and green spaces. If you feel like walking 10-15 minutes there’s a Punk bar down the way called “The Sound Garden”. Will definitely stay here again when we visit. Thanks again for your hospitality!