My dad and I had a very pleasant stay at Erik's. If you're trying to find a quieter area outside of the city, this is the place to be! The ferries to the city come frequently. Erik made tea for us on our first night, and we had a nice chat about our different cultural experiences. We were in Amsterdam during King's Day weekend, so we weren't too sure if the public transportation schedule would be affected. Erik triple checked for us to ensure we'd be able to catch our early flight the morning after King's Day. Would definitely recommend to fellow travelers!