Sometimes you know when you made the right choice, and we did. This is a unique and special boat in a wonderful neighborhood. The large expansive deck was nice in good weather and the boat was warm and cozy in the rain. We took advantage of the converted wheelhouse area for dinners where we could sit and watch the neighborhood go by, regardless of the weather. We enjoyed the tour boats passing, which are quiet and do not throw a wake, and it was fun watching them notice the boat and the sculptures on the deck.
The neighborhood offers restaurants, shopping, specialty food, and groceries, all without the the vibe of the congested tourist-packed central area. A really great neighborhood.
The boat itself is lovely, with the charm of its period and a great kitchen, comfortable bedroom, living area and two nice bathrooms. We didn't need the children's rooms, but they where quite well equiped.
Bottom line is that this is where we would choose to stay on any Amsterdam holiday. Who wants a canal view hotel when you can be part of that scene.