The houseboat was a lovely Amsterdam experience and Nicole's place was well-equipped. It was easy enough to get to her place. You have to take a bus though and ask around for directions to the place upon reaching the bus-stop but people around the neighbourhood were helpful and friendly. Nicole was not around but ensured our needs were met. Do take note though that the room we were in had a shower with glass walls! So if you are the shy and conscious type, then the companion will have to wait in the living room upstairs while you are having your shower. But there's lots of lovely spaces to lounge around anyway.