This houseboat is located away from the central (tourist) spots in Amsterdam, but is easily accessible by the #5 tram that picks up right at the end of the street (1-1/2 block stroll). The #5 tram route travels all the way from Westerpark out to Haarlem, so you can get to just about any neighborhood of Amsterdam you wish to visit (we rode this line into the Jordaan, Centraal, and all the way out to Haarlem (by accident LOL!)
I chose this location, specifically, because I wanted to be away from all the 'tourist trapping' and, after our evening strolling through that area into the Red Light district, boy was I happy with my choice! Content to say, 'Been There, Done That', but there is little in the Centraal district that would draw me back.
Wilfred's houseboat provided us the 'native' experience we were seeking...GREAT little neighborhood, everything within short walking distance, and even offers 2 bikes to rent CHEAP! Be sure to check out the Westerpark (just a couple blocks away), it is serene and has a few cool places to eat/drink.