I gave this stay 5 stars in every category as it completely deserved it.
It is rare that you have the luck to stay at an AirBnb that is in fact what it was originally intended for. Now it is all too often a 100% rental property with cheap fixtures and fittings that underwhelms in real life.
Mares houseboat is her house. I would think we were lucky to find it and I doubt she needs a good review to convince anyone to rent it but here goes.
The boat itself is beautifully designed, completely private and has a little grassy garden and many places to sit outside. Her hens and a few wild ducks are such pleasant companions.
The utilities (kitchen, showers, furniture and beds) are all top quality. The heating and stove are very quick and easy to use which was handy for us as it was a cold spell in Amsterdam and we have children.
It is a 6 minute or so cycle to Centraal Station, taking the FREE passenger ferry across that comes every few minutes.
Elsa, her friend who checked us in was really sweet and gave us wonderful suggestions.
There was a very appreciated welcome package when we arrived.
Thank you Mares.