We loved the location far more than central Amsterdam. It was vibrant in a really wholesome and sporty way - runners, the tennis and Astro and a group of skaters that swirled past us joyfully one night. We also enjoyed feeding the Egyptian geese and coots and their young - and the neighbourhood parakeet came and sat on our shoulders. Check in time is generously early and check out a sensible 11am. Tea and coffee provided and we were incredibly grateful for the two cold beers when we arrived in a hot day - thank you. The house boat is homely and a really nice place to relax after a busy day. The bikes were the best though - we explored south and spent the best day in the parks, goat farm, lakes. Public transport is also really easy and in fact we got a tram and then a train - both super quick journeys - north to Zaanse Schans very easily. Definitely recommended.