We arrived after midnight due to a delay in KLM s flight. Siem s parents kindly waited for us and gave us a warm welcome, making us immediately feel at home. As a welcome gift a bottle of wine, some cheese and all we needed for the breakfast next day were waiting for us. The place itself was very cozy (just as seen on the photos) and well decorated in a relaxed artist s studio fashion. The next morning we met Siem, who also was very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere of the entire mooring site was very relaxed, and people living in other boats were very friendly as well. Public transportation to and from Amsterdam is not far away, very affordable and fast. ADVICE: Be aware of night shift taxi drivers! As we did not want to keep our hosts awake more than necessary at our arrival, we took a cab at Central Station: the guy gave us the longest and most expensive ride he possibly could! So, if arriving at night: arrange the price for the fare BEFORE getting into the cab! :-)