My girlfriend and I had a wonderful 4 nights on Lydia's houseboat. The boat is in a great location for getting to all of Amsterdam's highlights. Lydia was very welcoming, and also very understanding when our flight was cancelled, and we arrived later than planned. Despite it's central location, and proximity to some of the lively nightspots, it was very peaceful at night, and we slept very well on the climb-in bed. The boat had everything we needed, was clean, spacious and tastefully decorated. The small area on the outside deck is ideal for a spot of breakfast, or maybe a a drink or two before heading out for the evening. We would certainly recommend it.