My friend and I really enjoyed our stay at Maarten's place! We visited Amsterdam to attend a scientific conference at the RAI, which is just a 15 min walk away. The neighborhood is ideal, with canals and restaurants nearby, and an ALDI one block away for picking up basic groceries.
Maarten's place is really nice and well-kept, with large windows looking out onto a secluded garden. I had to do lot of work during the trip, and I really liked the peaceful and quiet environment for working. The kitchen is beautifully designed and is well-stocked with everything you need. Maarten was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay.