I write this review missing the apartment so very much . I was born in the Netherlands and have lived in the United States since 1989 . We had the privilege to stay in this beautiful apartment of Eric and Marjolijn for five nights in the heart of Amsterdam. The purpose of the visit was to attend my niece's graduation party, as a bonus we were with in blocks of the Van Gogh museum , the Rijksmuseum , the beautiful Vondelpark , The coffee district , Simon Meijssen bakery and Benteng Indonesian restaurant; I was in Heaven and could live there! Mass transit close by and very accessible. We experienced what it would be like to be living in the center of the most beautiful neighborhood in Amsterdam, we felt very safe there too . The apartment has a balcony where you can sit any time of day and watch the hustle and bustle of the bicycles and daily life.
Loved the large dining room with gorgeous chandelier on the 126 year old historically preserved ceiling . The windows are huge and great to bring in light and to open up and bring in the fresh air. The apartment was clean and felt like home. Did daily laundry and groceries at Albert Heijn a block away . My niece came by every night for dinner on her bicycle on her way home from work. It was as if I lived in a dream . The bed and pull out sofa were very comfortable . Eric and Marjolijn really are very kind and super responsive , they accommodated us with an early check in as the other guest vacated in time ( always ask, they will do anything to help you ) and we were able to leave our luggage after check out downstairs in their shop, which was very helpful as well. They were like the friendly helpful neighbors next door. I can’t wait to go back and stay there again. Thank you Amsterdam and Eric and Marjolijn for your superb Dutch hospitality 🧡🌷