We would definitely stay here again! We loved being in an area where the locals lived, it was beautiful and we enjoyed the quiet surroundings. We had spent the first half of our trip in a hotel near the museum district where it was much busier, so the houseboat was a welcome retreat from all the tourists. The walk was about a 0.5 mile from the houseboat to Rembrandt Square, which was perfect for walking off dinner. Keep in mind that most Amsterdam restaurants stop serving dinner by 9pm, so plan accordingly for the walk. The canals in this area are absolutely beautiful, especially at night, so we loved our romantic walks back to the houseboat.
The outside patio was perfect for people watching and the sunset! Albert’s home is very comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. We especially loved the gas fireplace...it made the chilly nights very cozy. The kitchen was fully stocked with anything you need for cooking, but honestly, with all the delicious restaurants within a 0.5 mile walking distance, we didn’t cook anything other than a little breakfast.
Albert is a great host, he responds promptly and communicated very well throughout booking and checkout. We would definitely stay here again!