My stay at Claire's was simply wonderful. The houseboat is charming and comfortable, and everything works (plus it's really a boat). The houseboat is located on one of the most beautiful canals in one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Amsterdam. It was a great pleasure to get fruit and fish from the farmers market, and famous apple pie from Cafe Winkel, both just across the street. But the best part is the outdoor covered porch along the canal. A perfect place from which to watch canal life, from tour boats to local swans, float by.