My fiancé and I really enjoyed staying on the houseboat! We picked the location because it would give us an authentic feel for the city, but at the same time, the unique experience of staying on a houseboat is not something either one of us wanted to miss out on. I'm very glad we chose to stay where we did! The location is perfect, as the street itself is fairly quiet, its right in the heart of a cute shopping/small business district, and you're within walking distance to the train station. Communication with Simon was easy, and he made sure that we had all the information we needed before arrival. The houseboat was clean, well-equipped, surprisingly spacious, and made for a comfortable visit. If you're planning a trip to Amsterdam, I highly, highly recommend staying on the houseboat!