After much research and trying not to compromise on all our requirements, walking distance, no sofa beds, must have ability to eat in the unit, we ended up at Resalieke's apartment. It was exactly as described and in the heat of the summer we appreciated the coolness of the basement facility. (be aware that you need to close the curtains in the house as it is easy to see in from the street). Resalieke's personality and touches are everywhere from the complimentary tea, coffee, biscuits to the enthusiasm she shows towards outlining options for food, entertainment and sight-seeing. (For anyone coming to Amsterdam in the summer, it is important to pre-book. We tried to do so but already the main attraction, Anne Frank was booked out and while there is a "virtual" online queue from 9am, many people were in this queue from approx 6am). I would highly recommend Resalieke's apartment opposite the park as an exceptional base from which to explore Amsterdam. Just be ready for one of the most expensive cities in Europe!