Henk, his wife and cute pup were welcoming and accommodating. Henk has all sorts of information and tips about the area. He lent me a bike to tour around the area. The cottage is about a 20min walk through pretty farmlands from the bus station but Henk also offered to give me a ride both ways. This little cottage was nice - immaculately clean and inviting. The bedroom is spacious and bright, the bed comfortable and the bathroom is well designed. The shared dining/living room is cozy and a nice place to have some tea and read. It was wonderful to sit on the terrace in the back, listening to the ducks in the tiny waterway next to the cottage and staring off into the distant skies. Henk's breakfast spread is delicious and filling (try the chocolate sprinkles). The area has great bike paths connecting the beautiful old villages and it is about a 20 min ride to the free and frequent ferry to Amsterdam Central Station. This site a great for a relaxing quiet stay in the countryside and it is easy to make day trips to the center city of Amsterdam if you want too.