Nathalie is a warm and gracious host, and I felt very comfortable at her place. The bed is really comfortable, and she offered coffee, tea, bottled water, and plenty of room in the fridge. The terrace is a lovely place to hang out! Directions and check in/out instructions were clear and easy and Nathalie responded quickly to questions before and during my stay.
The neighborhood is quiet and residential, but there are plenty of restaurants and shops right nearby, and it’s an easy tram ride downtown. You can take a nice walk up the Amstel river and see the houseboats, or go to Sarphatipark or the Albert Cuyp market. Great place to really experience the local culture without fighting through crowds of tourists all day!
Bonus - Nathalie’s cat was super affectionate and cute!