My four friends and I had an excellent weekend staying on Merlijn's houseboat along the Amstel River. Merlijn was very welcoming and gave us a helpful tour of his home. He made sure we would be comfortable, answered all of our questions and also left us some useful information about the area and a map. His neighborhood was peaceful but easy to navigate to nearby shops, restaurants, and a park. It was also easy to get back to the center of the city by metro. Overall, we had a really great time staying here - it was a unique and fun experience!