Arie was incredibly welcoming and helpful, and everything was just as described (if not better)! We had the most wonderful time on the houseboat, which is on a lovely quiet street that is close to all the action, and it was such a treat to come home after a long day of walking to such a beautiful place. If there wasn't so much to do in Amsterdam, I could have happily spent hours just relaxing on this boat! There are huge windows by the kitchen table that you can open to wave to the passing tourist boats and welcome the birds (coots, swans, and ducks came to say hello). Comfortable bed, hot shower, and coffee included! Overall, an absolutely wonderful stay. We didn't want to leave!!