Amsterdam was out first stop during our holiday and it did not disappoint. A contributing factor was Harald and Edith's beautiful home. Upon check in, it was Haralds sister Joke let us in (as a Harald and Edith were away) and explained the main attractions of the city through a map, offered handy tips of where the locals avoid, and showed the folder Harald has prepared which details food, dining, transport, etc. We were also given "stroop wafels" as a welcoming snack. These were delicious and we proceeded to buy another 7 packets at the local supermarket to take home.

The location was a little further than I expected (by this I mean a 15 min walk or a 2 minute Uber, a 8 minute bike ride or a 5 minute train ride). This isn't to say that the location is falsely listed (as many of you would know planning a European holiday, you book many places and forget the details of each place). With that being said, my fiancée and I noted many times how we LOVED being just outside the hustle and bustle of the main streets.
Harald and Edith's apartment is perfect for any traveller. They have a cupboard in their bathroom full of things you may have forgotten (shampoo, conditioner, moisturiser - to name a few) and have the aforementioned folder full of local places to dine and wine, etc.The Wifi connection is fast and stable, we were able to call family back home. While we didn't use it (as it was covered in snow during our stay), the courtyard is beautiful, quaint and quiet.
Harald and Edith also have a guest book, and I enjoyed readying through hundreds of parting messages from travellers all over the world. My message to them was very similar to all the others. It outlined how impressed we were with the appartment, how enjoyable our stay was and how we felt like locals during our stay.
All in all, it was a very enjoyable stay and it is clear the hosts really care about their guests holiday and work to make it as enjoyable as possible.
Thank you again, Harald and Edith.
Kindest Regards,
Jas & Del