Carolien and her husband are excellent hosts! They had a plate of fresh fruit as well as some snacks and beverages in the apartment for my arrival. Communication was excellent as well! The bed was very comfortable and the location is great. A little outside of the city center, but easily walkable and the neighborhood has many excellent businesses. The convenient book of the house includes helpful tips of neighborhood restaurants and even coupons for some! If I find myself back in Amsterdam I would definitely book this apartment again, highly recommend!