Olaf and Mark call their houseboat their pride and joy, and it shows; the boat is spotless and in the centre of the Amsterdam canal network, staying there is to... read more live in a a fairytale. Highly recommended

  Cool way to stay in Amsterdam! Good location, very cute. If you go in cool weather might want some slippers, floors are chilly. 😬

  This is such a lovely spot to stay in Amsterdam! Great for couples traveling together and want a unique spot to come back to after touring the city. It is... read more walkable to all the hot spots, but also in a quiet section of the city so you can rest peacefully at night. It was so nice to sit on the roof deck and have a glass of wine and watch the boat go by! We would absolutely recommend anyone stay here. Olaf and Mark were also very accommodating and responsive in their communication! This place made our trip in Amsterdam 100 times better!

  What an absolute treasure this place is. The kitchen was very well equipped, perfectly clean and comfortable. Mark and Olaf are excellent hosts!!! We plan on a return visit.

  We had a fantastic time on the houseboat. It was very comfortable and homey. Within walking distance to everything, but quiet and peaceful at night. It was a unique... read more way to experience Amsterdam for the first and we will definitely try to stay here again!

  Great hosts! Perfect location! Unique experience! Super clean!

  A must stay in Amsterdam. Such a unique experience and Olaf and Mark are great hosts. The space was well cared for and the surrounding area is very walkable. Great... read more food/drink options nearby as well.

  I can't think of a better way to experience Amsterdam than by staying on a Canal Boat! And this was perfect. Location is in the middle of everything, but in... read more a quiet enough place that nights are undisturbed. The boat has everything you need and sitting out on the deck with a drink watching the tour boats go by is a great experience. Olaf and Mark were flexible when our plans changed and communicated quickly on everything. For those who might be unsure about the boat's comforts don't be - its incredibly comfortable and you just think you lucked into a waterside flat with a view.

  Wonderful location, accommodation and experience on the beautiful house boat. We enjoyed sitting on the sun deck overlooking the canal. I was also pleased that it was so... read more quiet at night, despite being next to the street and canal. Perfect location for exploring the city.

  This is the perfect place to stay while you’re in Amsterdam. Canal boats are iconic and this place is truly special - the location is perfect (close to so many... read more shops, bars and restaurants and about a 10 minute walk to the Rijksmuseum) and the view from the boat looks like a postcard. Our host, Olaf, was extremely responsive, welcoming, and very kind (even when we locked the key in the house). The space on the boat is so well used and the kitchen and bathroom surprisingly roomy. The kitchen was also very well equipped with everything we needed for our stay. The only thing that is small is the sleeping area, but we found it cozy. You can even sit on the deck and watch the world go by - heaven. Don’t hesitate to book this wonderful property.

  Olaf was incredibly accommodating. Our plans changed a bit and we were able to communicate quickly with him to make alternate arrangements for our check-in. The place was... read more absolutely beautiful and we would love to come back and stay again for our next visit.

  This was a great and unusual stay. The houseboat is fun and unique, with well-designed space. Needless to say it’s a boat - bring wool socks and don’t expect high... read more ceilings! You can watch the canal world go by, or you can put down the blinds for privacy. You can go out to eat (Village Bagel on the corner for breakfast!) or cook in the well-equipped kitchen. Hosts checked in regularly, gave good advice, and were flexible about our arrival. We had a great time.

  Incredible experience!

  Overall great experience

  For an incredibly unique and special Amsterdam experience, book Mark and Olaf’s houseboat now! Absolutely perfect for two people. Great location - close to restaurants and shops but quiet. Full... read more kitchen, living area, and the patio on top of the boat was lovely. Highlight of the trip!

  Olaf and Mark’s place was beyond AMAZING. We are so very happy we chose this lovely spot. The deck was perfect to sit and watch the sunset while having a... read more glass of wine. Although we didn’t spend much time there, was was everything we were hoping for. Bed was very comfortable and all the amenities we needed were there. Thank you for leaving a book of recommendations and spots to see. Very helpful. Everything was within walking distance and location was perfect. They were very quick to respond and check-in process was seamless. We will most definitely be visiting again in the near future!

  Absolutely charming houseboat on a beautiful canal… what’s not to like? Ver comfortable, great views, excellent responsive from our hosts. Highly recommended!

  Highly recommend this unique accommodation! Very cozy and comfortable environment with walking distance to all public transport and trendy neighborhoods.

  Staying on the houseboat was the perfect start to our vacation, it was exactly as pictured and very well located for our needs.

  We had an amazing time. The boats location was perfect. Close enough to attractions and far enough away for a little quite at the end of the day.

  We loved our stay! Beautiful boat and surroundings. We had a great time in the area and the hosts were lovely!

  Flott sted og en herlig måte å oppdage Amsterdam på. Bør oppleves😊🤩

  The houseboat is located in a great location for walking about Amsterdam and for watching the steady stream or boats floating by, filled with revelers or single couples, from our... read more perch on the two deck chairs on the front area of the boat. The bottle of merlot and fresh tulips were nice touches. My wife and I were enamored with the interior space. Just a heads up - you should be agile to rent this space as the entry requires good balance and strength to get yourself and your bags in and out of the boat. The owners were in frequent contact and very responsive to any inquiries we had. If you're spry and like to walk around the city, this will be a wonderful experience.

  The houseboat was absolutely wonderful! It was exactly as described and the location was great! It was our favorite accommodation during our trip!

  Excellent place, loved our stay. Mark and Olaf were amazing hosts.

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  Mark and Olaf’s place is in a beautiful neighborhood. Staying here gives an incredible opportunity to relax and see the parade of boats from your own lovely spot along the... read more canal. We were amazed at the spacious accommodations and highly recommend this experience.

  My husband and I had a wonderful time on the Houseboat. So much fun to sit on the deck and watch the boats go by.
Loved the accommodations and... read more condition of the boat. Everything was very clean and it was great to have a stocked kitchen as grocery store was just a block away. Grab sone cheese and vino and sit on the deck!

  Olaf and Mark’s place was wonderful in all respects - great place for a romantic stay, close walking distance to everywhere, all the amenities of home and wonderful owners. Thank... read more you for an epic way to end our holiday vacation.

  Great location. Good views from the boat. Everything you need on board. Comfy bed. Would stay again.

  This place was one of the most unique stays I’ve stayed in. The vibes were perfect and the bed was very comfortable. I would recommend this place to anyone interested... read more in experiencing Amsterdam authentically (without the crazy stairs)

  Mark was a great host. He showed us around the boat and the in and outs of operations. The boat itself was nice. Perfectly located and had all the amenities... read more you needed. Great place. Great hosts.

  We could not recommend Olaf and Mark’s houseboat more. Perfect in every day and a splendid way to see and visit Amsterdam.

  It's cute and a unique experience but the hosts suck and it's not worth the money. Over $400 a night and they won't let you control the heating ammenity... read more & expect you to wash the dishes. At night they digitally turned down the thermostat 15C/59F. I reached out to the host to make sure I wasn't using it wrong and he let me know they turn it down automatically. I requested they not do that the following night because it got rather cold. They apologized and said they would turn that feature off. I said thank you and let them know I turned it down when we left for the day. When I got up to use the bathroom at 3am the following night, sure enough they set it to 15C/59F again. So they lied. I messaged to request it be turned up which they allowed in the morning but never responded. Cherry on top was the house manual that said to be respectful to the neighbors because they are wealthy and paid a lot of money for the houses. How about be courteous of neighbors because it's the right thing? 🤔

  This was a great stay in a unique boat in a fantastic part of Amsterdam, we had a great time, until...

...the host/owner came in the morning we were... read more checking out. Check out was at 10AM, at 10:04AM as we were packing our last things, the host came barging through the door without any knock or warning. I was still putting on a pair of pants and was half naked, which he didn't even acknowledge. He told us gruffly that we were past our checkout time (by four minutes) and then started roughly tidying the apartment. He then started cursing about us aggressively in Dutch, which we speak and understood all of it. We were truly speechless, and my wife ultimately felt so uncomfortable at how bizarrely angry this individual was behaving that we quickly grabbed our things without even checking the boat and left without a word.

This person is not suited to being an Airbnb host, and though this is otherwise a wonderful stay, I cannot recommend that anyone stay at this location.

  We had a wonderful stay at this Airbnb. Not only is it a unique kind of place to stay, but it was comfortable, clean, and had all the utilities we... read more needed. Olaf and Mark were responsive and helpful, although we didn't need much! Highly recommend staying here!

  What an awesome experience in Amsterdam staying on a houseboat! Thank you Mark and Olaf, could not have felt more at home!

  As you can see by the reviews, it doesn't get better than this. Great location. Beautiful. Well appointed. And Olaf and Mark were responsive and kind. I would stay here... read more again in a heartbeat. Just a fantastic experience all around.

  We had a great stay on the houseboat. Mark met us at the boat, and after a quick tour, we were right at home. The location is... read more second to none. We felt very little movement in the boat, Hint: Don't forget to bring your adapter with you, as the house runs on 220 Volts. Great Hosts, Highly Recommend them.

  Our stay on Olaf and Mark’s boat was simply magical. We just couldn’t believe how lucky we were to be able to stay in such a wonderful place. It was... read more truly a once in a lifetime experience. Don’t hesitate for one more minute!

  Great location. Cool neighborhood.

I wish I had looked more closely at the pictures and I wish previous reviewers were more honest. So here we go.
... read more /> If you are taller than 5’10” you might feel cramped. My 6’3” husband and I (6’1”) had to duck. (Which led to lower back pain after 3 days.)

+We hit our heads (!) when getting into bed, leaving through the steep ladder / manhole situation, and when walking to the bathroom up the kitchen platform.

The front (only) door situation was precarious (hellish). We felt burdened by the 7-part unlock / slide open the roof / unlock / open the door / slide closed the roof / lock / close the door situation. And he said “go backwards or you’ll break your neck.”

(Other nearby boats had full-size front doors + stairs; so it’s possible.)

Ps: There were lots of spiders outside in the seating area, windows, and in the bedroom.

Pss: The roof over the bed covers more than half of the bed - so if you’re the least bit claustrophobic, you might freak out.

  Great place to stay in Amsterdam! Hosts were very helpful and responsive.

  Such a unique and enjoyable stay! The boat was beautiful and cozy and was docked in a perfect location. Host was responsive and helpful. The boat was so cool that... read more we were often watching other tourists walk up and take photos. Highly recommend!

  Our stay on Olaf and Mark's houseboat was a great experience. The location cannot be beat as it is just around the corner from a Metro stop and is within... read more walking distance of the museum district and many restaurants. The boat is much larger than we expected from the pictures. The weather was beautiful during our stay and we were able to enjoy sitting on the deck and watching the world float by.

  A great experience! Totally a recommend

  Gorgeous location, very walkable. The deck is the perfect place to sit and enjoy a drink and the view

  Such a unique and wonderful stay!

  Beautiful place, felt right at home. Very quiet neighborhood, within walking distance to plenty of restaurants and a store. Markwas very helpful and friendl. I will ABSOLUTELY go back.

  We absolutely loved our stay on the boat! Some of the highlights were walking distance to all the restaurants, the lovely culture and the scones at the corner bagel shop.... read more The little grocery store around the corner was perfect for our needs. The boat itself was super cozy! If I had just one suggestion, it would be for them to add a cozy throw blanket to the couch. Otherwise, our stay was perfect and completely met our expectations.

  It’s a boat but it’s also a house. What more can you say?

But seriously, what a fun place to stay. It was clean, nicely decorated and truly a... read more unique experience. The neighborhood was nice as well with a train station nearby. Cool place!

  We LOVED staying on this houseboat. The location was great and we loved being able to sit out back in the early morning and nights. We would definitely... read more stay again. The houseboat was very clean and well stocked. Olaf and Mark are so responsive and great hosts.

  Great location! Walking distance to just about anything! The only way to experience Amsterdam.

  Great location!! Walkable to everything you need. Grocery store around the corner. Olaf generously let us check-in early because our flight arrived early in the morning. He greeted us when... read more we arrived and gave us tips on restaurants & groceries in the area.

  Our stay on the house boat was a fantastic way to enjoy Amsterdam.

  We cannot say enough about the houseboat experience. To wake up and go to bed on a canal in Amsterdam is indescribable. We thoroughly enjoyed it the entire... read more time. The boat had everything we needed. Mark and Olaf sure know how to set up such a comfortable and homey Airbnb. Olaf greeted us upon our arrival and gave us a detailed tour of the houseboat. The kitchen had it all, new appliances, cookware, etc. The bedroom was cozy and the bed super comfortable. We slept like rocks. We also enjoyed a glass of wine, or two on the deck in the early evening. The canal tour boats passing by was a treat with friendly and happy people. We hoisted a glass of cheers to them quite often. Very fun. We would not hesitate to stay with them in the future. Thanks Olaf and Mark!

Peter and Sue
Connecticut, USA

  Amazing houseboat in the center of Amsterdam. We had a nice stay. Olaf and Mark were easy to communicate with.

  This place was absolutely fantastic. I cannot recommend it enough. Mark and Olaf are fantastic hosts and made the check-in process seamless. The houseboat is in a fantastic location, and... read more Mark and Olaf had tons of recommendations for food and activities. The place was clean and minimalistic but cozy. It truly made our Amsterdam experience. We loved being able to sit on the bow of the boat and drink wine and eat cheese. Highly, highly recommend. This place will truly make your Amsterdam visit complete.

  A charming, interesting, and unique place to stay. The location was fantastic - close to everything, but set off away from traffic & noise. All the amenities you need for... read more a comfortable stay. Please note, since it's a boat, not everything is what you're used to on land - for example the entrance is down a steep narrow ladder - but that's to be expected in an unusual set-up like this. Might not be a great idea for someone with mobility issues.

Highly recommend as an unusual charming base of operations for exploring A'dam.

  The houseboat was amazing! Super clean, and had everything you needed. The door to get in made it fun, like we were crawling into our own little fort. ... read more Being on the boat, we were surprised how well the water pressure was and didn’t feel like we were ever out of hot water for showers. The bed is amazing, and can honestly say that is the best sleep we have ever gotten on any vacation. So many shops and restaurants nearby, which was very helpful since it was raining during our stay. This was our first time to Amsterdam and has now become our most favorite place of all! Thank you Mark and Olaf! Such great hosts!!!!

-Callie and Jon

  Olaf was very welcoming and thorough with the boat overview. He provided us with all the info needed to get around that beautiful city.
Thee boat is very clean and... read more stable, has all the amenities needed to feel like home.
We highly recommend.

  Unique experience. Very comfy and great location. Quiet neighborhood. Wonderful to wake up and drink coffee few while watching the boats go by in the canal.

  Immaculate in every way. Location upscale and fun; canal living is so relaxing; grocery stores close; great bakeries and restaurants; 10 minutes to museum or festive Rembrandt plaza!

  10/10 would recommend; as others have noted cannot ask for a better location. Mark & Olaf were great hosts - very communicative, good recommendations. Boat was very clean, had everything... read more you’d need (coffee, tea, fully stocked kitchen, etc.). If you arrive before check-in there is a great little coffee and bagel cafe 30 feet away. It was incredible to come home and sit on the deck and watch the canal after a long day of walking/biking around, an excellent plus!

  Magical. Just magical. This houseboat is so beautifully decorated and yet comfortable and relaxing. A perfect location, steps away from anything you could need. Easy access to public transit, museums,... read more and parks. It was such a joy to sit out in the deck loungers and watch everyone passing by enjoying the sun in the canals. The private shaded picnic table is a nice plus for when there’s a heatwave. Excellent kitchen with a grocery store and bagel shop nearby made for easy breakfasts to start the day. Mark was so friendly and helpful, we couldn’t have loved our stay in this spot more!

  Great place to stay

  Perfect place to stay in one of the prettiest parts of Amsterdam. Being on a houseboat drops you straight into the vibe. Lovely sitting on deck watching the boats go... read more by. Easy access to rest of Amsterdam via tram line 4.

  Beautiful location! We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to very quickly or use public transportation super easily. Upper patio deck was great and hosts were attentive every step... read more of the way. Clean, updated, and in the heart of Amstersam.

  It was so cool to stay on beautiful houseboat. The location was perfect for access to all of Amsterdam. Would stay here again without a doubt

  Olaf and Mark’s beautiful houseboat exceeded our expectations! It was gorgeous inside and out, with thoughtful touches and amenities. The location was absolutely ideal- quiet, private, and magical! The guide... read more book with recommended resources and tips was well appreciated, and we can’t wait to come back to try all of their suggestions. Overall this was a unique, romantic and special stay for our first time in Amsterdam, and it is one of our best Airbnb stays ever!

  Olaf and Mark's place was stunning, we had a great time there and I'd recommend their boat to anyone that wants a special experience in Amsterdam.

  Great location in Amsterdam! A short walk away from city center but this allows for a more peaceful environment to stay. We stayed in late December and the houseboat was... read more more than warm enough to be comfortable. Easy enough to get in and out with two adults and a one year old.
Mark and Olaf were more than helpful with check-in and being responsive to our questions. Great house boat to stay in and positively added to our Amsterdam experience.

  This houseboat is in a really nice location, close to grocery stores and to nice restaurants. The area is also very peaceful with no noise from neighbours or party goers.... read more
The interior of the boat is pristine with a nice sized kitchen with all the utensils and crockery you would need for cooking.
Bathroom has a nice modern look and feel.
Overall a great stay in a lovely area, sipping coffee on the deck chair, waving to boats as they putter by.
The only negative point, and it’s a rather insignificant point, if you’re arriving after dark, the digits of the lockbox are hard to read (even in daylight) and the entrance stairs are steep. Initial entry may be a challenge, but it is a boat…
Olaf and Mark are both very responsive and my brief interactions with them were friendly and polite.
Overall, I’d stay here again.

  We enjoyed our stay on the houseboat. It was a quiet neighborhood easily walkable to all attractions.

  A fantastic place in the heart of Amsterdam. I lived like a local. You hear and see everything going on. John Dory seafood restaurant was a great... read more find next door and Village Bagels is a nice breakfast place on the corner. I drank half the coffee which was a lot. Thank you Olaf and Mark, we’ll be back!

  Was een gezellig weekend. De locatie was perfect en heb genoten van een mooie jaarwisseling. Tnx

  Everything about the boathouse is excellent. It's in a great location on a quiet & picturesque street, but it's also only a short walk from all the attractions. The interior... read more has everything you can possibly need for a stay, and I was very impressed by the fast WiFi. The hosts were extremely responsive/friendly, which made for an easy check-in.

  My granddaughter and I had a wonderful few days and I have already recommended the houseboat to several friends. We loved everything and Olaf and Mark clearly care about their... read more guests and their beautiful boat. We hope to come back someday. Thank you for everything x

  amazing space and super helpful hosts!

  Perfect location! So so fun to stay in an Amsterdam on the canal. Great space didn’t feel cramped at all. Just a low ceiling for my 6’4” husband. ... read more But he liked it anyway. Best part sitting on the deck watching the boats go by and walking to everything! Olaf was super helpful. Would definitely come back!

  The boat was perfect, walking distance to everything we wanted to see. It was clean and comfortable and a great experience.

  Cool spot in the middle of all the action

  A estadia ocorreu tudo bem e o anfitrião foi muito legal conosco todo tempo. Não tenho nada a reclamar sobre a estadia e sobre o anfitrião. Porém no checkout a... read more pessoa que veio limpar chegou de forma super grosseira, batendo na porta com socos e chutes de forma super agressiva e que nunca tinha visto antes em nenhuma hospedagem minha no Airbnb, após esse acontecimento a pessoa adentrou no barco e nem esperou terminamos de tirarmos nossas coisas, total falta de privacidade. Espero que o anfitrião reveja essa pessoa do checkout para não acontecer mais esse tipo de situação com outros hospedes, pois fora isso foi tudo muito bom.

  What a treat to stay in the canal - amazing and unique experience

  Very cool houseboat in an interesting and safe neighborhood. Extremely comfortable. Because of the stairs in and out of the boat, anyone with mobility issues would find it... read more challenging just FYI. My husband and I loved it however.

  Staying in Olaf and Marks houseboat was one of the highlights of our trip to Europe. Coming back to this quiet and cozy place after exploring the city was such... read more a nice end to each day. Everything is close by but it’s away from the craziness of the city centre if you like a bit of quiet at the end of the day. I would highly recommend staying here on your next trip to Amsterdam.

  I will definitely want to stay here again when I am able to come back to Amsterdam! The houseboat was absolutely amazing and beautiful in every way. Loved the location... read more and Olaf was so kind! I would recommend this place to anyone coming to Amsterdam!

  We would absolutely return. The space is unique, being a repurposed working canal boat. We found the design quirks to be charming and not entirely unexpected by anyone who has... read more spent time aboard boats. Olaf greeted us personally and explained the various systems. The interior is clean with modern decor. The lounge chairs on deck are a great spot for an evening beverage while watching boats touring the canal. They are not at all intrusive as they are very quiet (many are electric powered) and pass at very low speed. The neighborhood is handsome and quiet with plenty of good shops, cafés and restaurants. Public transit is inexpensive and is close by. We very much enjoyed our stay!

  Lovely houseboat, relaxing and special.

  We loved our stay! Fun accommodations in a perfect location. Walking distance to anything and everything you might want to do. Very clean and nicely stocked kitchen for... read more those who like to cook. Mark and Olaf were five star hosts as well.

  10/10 would recommend! Location was perfect and close to public transportation which made getting around easy. The boat is walking distance to many things. So relaxing after a long day... read more of walking to hang out on the deck as boats passed by. Communicative hosts. The houseboat made our trip so memorable! We already want to go back!

  We had a wonderful time at Olaf and Mark's houseboat. The boat is just as pictured. It is located in a great location within walking distance to everything.... read more The boat is located on a major canal and it was wonderful each afternoon to come back to the houseboat and sit on the deck with our happy hour items and watch the parade of boats go by. The location is quiet at night. I would stay here again.

  Would highly recommend. This experience made our Amsterdam experience feel much more local and provided us with options that we would otherwise not have had. Olaf was a... read more tremendous host and communication throughout the process was excellent.

  My son and niece had a wonderful stay in Olaf and Mark's place. The experience made their trip to Amsterdam all the more special. Thank you for being so wonderful... read more and offering your place for people to enjoy.

  Unforgettable! One of the best Air BNB we have ever stayed at!

  Mark met us at the boat, gave us a wonderful overview and we loved the ambiance and location. It was a perfect, unique stay. Thanks!!!!!

  Kicking off our trip in Amsterdam could not have gone more smoothly. Communication was top notch, the place was clean and very comfortable and you literally cannot beat the location.... read more Close to bars/restaurants, metro, and tram. Easy to navigate and the quintessential neighborhood feel. Absolutely loved sitting on the deck and watching Kings Day float by. If you want private but center city and a unique experience, book this boat!

  We had a great two day stay at Olaf and Mark’s houseboat. It was clean, cozy and perfectly located. Inside had everything we needed. Communication was friendly and quick. We... read more would stay again!

  What a fun experience! It had everything you needed to cook your own meals and the bed was super comfortable! The house boat is plenty spacious.

We felt... read more it was a great location to get around the city and would definitely stay here again.

  We had a great stay on Olaf and Mark’s houseboat. It was a dream come true to be right on the canal in Amsterdam. Even jet lagged and in a... read more new city, we managed to find it with no issues. The furniture was comfortable, and sitting out on the deck was a delight, waving at the boats going by. We’d definitely try and stay here again!

  Amazing place to stay! We stayed for two days and wished we could have booked for longer. So great waking up and sitting on the deck watching the boats go... read more by. And perfect location!! No issue walking anywhere. Hope to stay again in the future.

  A gem in the middle of Amsterdam. A wonderful experience on one of the quietest streets along the canals. The kitchen was wonderfully equipped. The bed comfortable... read more and warm and the views and scenery, neverending. Walking distance to everything. Olaf and Mark made sure we were comfortable. A great way to experience old Amsterdam canal district. Thank you for making your houseboat available.

  Staying on the houseboat is such a great way to immerse oneself in the Amsterdam experience. There is so much to do and see, from museums, to shops, to... read more some really great restaurants, all within walking distance. And, if you need to take transit, that is just around the corner. We have stayed here twice and really enjoyed our stays both times.

  This houseboat was a wonderful and unique experience during our stay in Amsterdam. Mark’s communication was excellent. We loved hanging out outside and watching all of the canal traffic. The... read more boat is very comfortable and made our trip even more special.

  This is a wonderful space. The houseboat is a unique and exceptional experience that would be perfect for the solo traveler, the couple, a small family, or a few... read more friends. I was here for a solo "workation," eager to explore Amsterdam, which was beguiling. The houseboat's location was perfect: it's walkable to *everything*, including familiar sights, the museum district, the supermarket, and restaurants, and yet a quiet, gorgeous, and safe neighborhood--so the best of both worlds. I was so happy not to step foot in a car the entire week. I loved the people watching on the canal and street from the deck.
Communication was flawless; check in glitch-free; the interior space itself impeccable and tasteful; and the bed extremely comfortable. I especially appreciated that the kitchen was so well stocked with basics. Highly recommended!!! I loved my week here. Thank you!

  We loved staying on Olaf and Mark’s houseboat. Very clean and an amazing location. Great restaurants and close to our sites to see. Olaf and Mark were... read more great in communicating our check in instructions and recommendations. Can’t wait to come back!

  What an incredible little slice of heaven!! This was such a wonderful experience and we loved the houseboat so much! Well maintained, amazing location and best decision we... read more made! Olaf was so helpful when we arrived and we instantly felt at home. We loved our afternoons on the deck and our evenings winding down inside. Couldn’t recommend them enough! Thank you for such an awesome memory!

  Staying in a boathouse in Amsterdam is the perfect introduction to the city. Secure and private on the inside and part of the historic neighborhood on the outside. I was... read more worried about climbing through the hatch to enter but the clear cut instructions , safe steps and automatic lights made it easy....even with my overstuffed suitcase (okay, my husband helped with that.) We felt right at home, enjoyed sitting on deck in the lounge chairs, and slept very well in the comfortable bed...even the low ceiling over the head of the bed became more of a joke than a nuisance. Watching the neighborhood birds from water level was fascinating...the pair of grebes fishing, the coot mates building a nest on a nearby boat, and the ducks on our own green roof when we arrived. The bonus was the canal cruise boats passing by, just a few on the first two nights, but since we we checked out on King's Day, the party atmosphere the night before was lively and exciting.

  This is an amazing houseboat. I would recommend this for any traveler. Frankly, it was hard to leave this cozy houseboat to explore Amsterdam! We spent a good deal of... read more time on the deck watching the canal activity. The hosts were excellent!

  Cannot recommend staying in this houseboat enough. It’s a lovely space and such a special way to spend time in the city. Location is excellent

  perfect place....perfect space...a must book!

  We had a great time! The location is great, the boat is a unique experience, and the bed was the best we’ve slept on during our 2 weeks in Europe.... read more Of course, it can get a little hot during the summer but they provide a great Dyson fan that helps a lot at night if you have trouble sleeping in heat. Definitely recommend!

  We loved it! Beautiful & comfortable place to stay in a great neighborhood. Olaf and Mark were extremely accommodating and friendly and made us feel very welcome.

  What a special location. We feel so grateful to be able to have stayed there. The location is perfect, the boat is perfect. We'll worth the money.

  This is the best place to stay in Amsterdam! Amazing amazing amazing! And thanks Mark for all the hospitality! Will definitely stay here again!

  Great location. Quiet neighborhood. Everything we needed within walking distance. Loved every minute of our stay.

  Great hosts, amenities and location! They were fantastic with communication and staying in the boat was such an awesome experience compared to the run-of-the-mill hotel or apartment.

  Olaf and Mark’s boat is a truly unique experience. The location is super, the boat is well equipped, and Olaf is a terrific host. His suggestions for local places was... read more appreciated. I highly recommend.

  We had a fabulous time on this houseboat. Amazing location. The boat was just as described. Picture perfect.
It was wonderful to sit in the deck and watch the... read more canal traffic.
So much to do. Lots to walk to and a minute from the metro station.
Olaf was great and easy thanks communicate with.

  Olaf & Mark’s houseboat was a truly magical setting! The living roof and boat deck provided a gorgeous scene for people watching on the canal, and we were made to... read more feel right at home by our friendly, responsive hosts. Highly recommend!!!

  The boat was amazing! Cozy and they had everything got we needed for a weeklong stay in Amsterdam. The location is close to everything- restaurants, stores, transit, museums. Mark and... read more Olaf were great- we messaged a few days before with our flight details and they let us check in a bit early which was so helpful. Cannot recommend this location enough!

  The houseboat is just as amazing as the pictures show, if not better!! The bed is super comfortable and the hosts couldn’t be more helpful!! Sitting up on the houseboat... read more watching the boats cruise down the canal was an awesome experience. We loved our stay!!!

  Olaf and Mark's houseboat is a magical place. One of if not the best place we have ever stayed in. Comfy surroundings, unique setting, and recommendations that did not disappoint.... read more Amsterdam is wonderful on its own but our stay in this houseboat made it that more special. A great stay that you should jump at the opportunity if it presents itself when visiting Amsterdam. Trattoria Ceppi is a wonderful food recommendation made by Olaf and Mark that was exceptional.

  An excellent and authentic canal boat stay. Well worth it!