This might be the best lodging decision I've ever made! Nothing beats the experience of staying in a houseboat in Amsterdam: the view from the houseboat is phenomenal, and it is so relaxing to be right on the water, with ducks and boats floating by! The location is a perfect balance: on a quiet street in a nice neighborhood within walking distance of shopping, food, and attractions as well as the metro and trams. We ate dinner at several restaurants right on the same street as the houseboat and they were great. Masha's recommendations were superb! The bed was comfortable, and having it downstairs made it even more cozy and quiet. The one negative thing is that the stairs are a steep spiral, so I wouldn't recommend it for anyone with children or mobility problems. Otherwise, though, it was perfect!