Location, location, location. The neighborhood is quiet but just a couple of blocks to buses and trams that take you anywhere in the city and beyond. A small grocery by the bus stop made it simple to pick up food for breakfast and evening snacks.
Emmy is a gracious host; she put off her trip to buy groceries gor herself until after we arrived. She knows the area well and made excellent recommendations regarding meals.
We will stay here again if we have the opportunity to return to Amsterdam.