Erik was a very accommodating host who gave great instructions and directions on getting to his houseboat, which is in a great location to enjoy Amsterdam. He was also highly accessible for information about local transit and things to do during our stay. The houseboat itself is a perfect location and only a short walk to the main canal rings of the city. It is also only a block away from the Metro station which takes you directly into the city center in a few stops. Finally, it is on the iconic Amstel river which makes it even more perfect for a stay in Amsterdam...
The houseboat itself was well maintained, exactly what I expected and what was represented in the pictures before booking. We had 4 adults with us and between the main bedroom and the fold out couch (much more comfortable than most), we had no problem with sleeping arrangements. The 2 bathrooms came in handy as well. We rented the boat for New Years Eve and it was an outstanding place to call our home base as we explored the city and enjoyed the crazy fireworks all around. I would recommend this location