Luxury Design Apartment in Canal Area - Centre Amsterdam

• Terry & Jennie, Melbourne, Australia

  Terry & Jennie, Melbourne, Australia

  • Guest Terry O.
  • Date of stay 10/26/13
  • Review Submitted 10/29/13
  My wife & I recently stayed 3 nights here and were very happy that we selected this apartment after searching on-line. Daniel met us on arrival and was very helpful in fully explaining how everything worked, where to shop for groceries, etc. The apartment was true to what we had expected from our research, it is ideally located being extremely convenient to everything, particularly Central Station which is a one minute walk away! It was very comfortable and had everything we needed. While the bathroom was tight for room, as can be expected with the style of buildings in Amsterdam, it was easily managed and did not detract from the comfort level. We would highly recommend this apartment for a short break such as ours or for a longer stay. If there was a rating for 'very good' we would hsve been happy giving it this rating. Thanks again Daniel

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.

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• Only one problem ...

  Only one problem ...

  • Guest La golindrina (Ferndale, MI USA)
  • Date of stay 10/17/13
  • Review Submitted 10/27/13
  The directions to the apartment were perfect and we arrived at the sandwich shop below in less than 5 minutes from the train station. The owner of the shop called Dan for us, and he arrived in a few minutes. He gave us a quick orientation, then came back a couple of days later to make sure we had everything we needed. The apartment was as described by other reviewers, in terms of décor and cleanliness. There was plenty of room to store our clothes, the kitchen was very functional (delicious coffee provided) and the bed extremely comfortable (perhaps the most comfortable of any in our travels!). There’s just one issue we had and that was quietness. Nearly all of the reviews mention that the apartment was very quiet. One reviewer even said he was concerned that the street noise would be a problem at night, but double-paned windows prevented any such noise, which they did not. We must be very light sleepers! It wasn’t the street noise, which was clearly audible throughout the day and night (to be clear trams and busses stop running around midnight and resume around 5am and car traffic is super light at night), that we objected to, but the people standing outside the sandwich shop below, at all hours (up until 4:30 & 6:30 a.m.) talking in loud voices. Some appeared to be customers, most just friends of the staff (believe me, we got up to look outside and see what all the commotion was). We mentioned it to Dan and his reply was “this is a BIG city.” We have traveled to many bigger cities and rarely have an issue with being awakened as we were here. After the first couple of nights (I might add that also we were sleeping poorly due to the 6-hour time change), we used ear plugs, and slept okay, but even considered moving to another location though we would have lost our money. In our opinion, the apartment cannot honestly be described as quiet. The location was perfect, with the grocery store a half block away, and the maid service a nice plus, and the noise issue was the only “minus.” All we can say is bring your earplugs.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.

  Owner response: Hi Cheri and Giancarlo, many thanks for your review and for staying with us and we are glad you overall enjoyed the apartment and its servicing and the stay in Amsterdam. I am sorry that you are light sleepers and that you had trouble with that whilst staying with us. What I can say is this, the apartment is a quiet apartment and this is how most of our guests experience and review the apartment, we have stayed there ourselves and had no trouble sleeping. We have invested in isolation both on walls, windows and doors to make sure it stays quiet. You do have to remember that you are staying in the City Center of Amsterdam and is not in a country house. So if you open the windows and look outside you will notice the beautiful, vibrant city which makes it an exciting place to stay. Your location is where it all happens. Kind regards Dan & Daniel

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• Amsterdam Apt.

  Amsterdam Apt.

  • Guest Joyce and Bob (Victoria BC Canada)
  • Date of stay 09/30/13
  • Review Submitted 10/27/13
  The apt was just as described, clean and well maintained. The cleaning lady came every couple days to tidy up and leave towels, and replenish our Nesprsso coffee supplies. The owner popped in several times to check if we had questions, and was very friendly and helpful with suggestions on local attractions, and even for our next stops on our vacation. The location is close to the Central Station, and a great location to access all the sites in Amsterdam and close by. It is a busy tourist focused area, full of hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops. The apt is very quiet with the windows shut, and when you step out your door you are in the hub of activity. We walked everywhere, but the buses and trams are close by for those that want to use them.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.

  Owner response: Thanks for staying with us Joyce and Bob, indeed the location is perfect for visiting all the sites because you can get anywhere in just a few minutes. The building is built out of solid thick isolated walls and we have isolated both windows and the outside door to ensure the apartment stays quiet even though you are located right in the City Center. Regards Daniel and Dan

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• Perfect Apartment

  Perfect Apartment

  • Guest Jim N. (Palm Springs, CA)
  • Date of stay 10/11/13
  • Review Submitted 10/14/13
  We absolutely loved the apartment. It is in a perfect location - close enough to everything. We could walk to so many places, and public transportation is very handy (any confusing). The apartment itself is great. Very roomy, and a well-appointed kitchen. We prefer not to go out for breakfast, so we made omelets every morning. That worked out perfectly. The weather was pretty nasty one of the days,so it was nice to be able to hang out in such a nice apartment. If we are fortunate enough to make a return trip to Amsterdam, we will definitely be staying at this apartment. Thanks for your hospitality, Dan and Daniel!!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.

  Owner response: Thank you James, always really nice to have guests share their good experiences. We will gladly see you again in Amsterdam! All the best, Dan

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• Four days in Amsterdam

  Four days in Amsterdam

  • Guest Saralee (Stoughton, MA U.S.A.)
  • Date of stay 09/20/13
  • Review Submitted 10/08/13
  We loved this apartment. It was our first time in this amazing city and we can't wait to return. The apartment was immaculate with all kinds of thoughtful items that one would need. The location was convenient to all Amsterdam has to offer. We walked everywhere and so enjoyed the kind, friendly Dutch people who are delightful. Dan is fabulous...met us on the street, helped us get our bearings and is such a nice person. This experience would be a treat for anyone.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, families with teenagers, adventure seekers.

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• Janet and Kevin

  Janet and Kevin

  • Guest Janet L. (Toronto, Canada)
  • Date of stay 07/21/13
  • Review Submitted 08/11/13
  What a wonderful apartment. It had everything you needed and we felt at home right away. The apartment was well kept and clean. Great location and close too all the tourist places and easy to get to get around. I will definately recommend this apartment. Thank you both for a great experience in Amsterdam.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.

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• Did not want to leave!

  Did not want to leave!

  • Guest Dianne (Australia)
  • Date of stay 05/15/13
  • Review Submitted 06/12/13
  The apartment is perfect for two people, easy walk from Amsterdam Central Station. We arrived after a long flight to a perfect apartment for our first ever visit to Amsterdam. Just around the corner there is a great bakery and a supermarket. We appreciated all the information our host gave us on how to get around the town and see everything. Daniel gave us some tips, amongst others to go to the hidden church in the red light district. We probably would never have known about it, unless he told us. It gives a great cultural perspective on Amsterdam. Amsterdam is an amazingly easy city to get around on the tram and foot. Not even 100 yards away was a fantastic restaurant, Van Speijk. The apartment had everything you could need, so we called it home. We recommend everybody to stay here. Thank you Daniel and Dan!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car.

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• Wish we had more time to stay here

  Wish we had more time to stay here

  • Guest Samantha (Dubai, United Arab Emirates)
  • Date of stay 03/08/13
  • Review Submitted 06/12/13
  The apartment is in a great neighbourhood and we'll definitely book this again on our next visit to Amsterdam. We did not mind the two flights of stairs. Dan helped us with carrying it up. Thanks. Dan's apartment was modern and clean and light. Everything was there, and we fell in love with the espresso machine. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom with toilet were both clean and modern. We loved Amsterdam and enjoyed the museums and canals. The Northern market, just a few minutes away was fantastic, we'd recommend everybody to go there. They had the best apple pie ever.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car.

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• Fantastic Amsterdam Apartment!

  Fantastic Amsterdam Apartment!

  • Guest Sheri S. (Roscoe Village, Chicago, Illinois)
  • Date of stay 02/13/13
  • Review Submitted 03/05/13
  I traveled solo to Amsterdam in February of 2013 and was looking for a safe and conveniently located apartment. Several inquiries I made returned no response or booking looked risky or difficult and figuring out the exact location can also be a challenge. Then I found Dan & Dan’s apartment and was able to locate the apartment, book online without waiting for a response. Super easy! When I booked, part of the process asked which flight I was traveling on and I took the train in from the airport. Make sure you copy Daniel’s walking instructions from the train station, I didn’t and Daniel found me wandering on the street, ha ha. He helped me with my bag (the staircase is narrow and a little steep), and the apartment was just adorable. He also gave me all kinds of recommendations of places to go and made sure he answered all my questions. Being on the second floor for me was a plus safety-wise and there is a deli right next to the green door you enter the building from that is open late, so even coming home late, I always felt safe. Location! There is a wine shop 2 doors down, a grocery store around the corner (make sure you have Euros, they do not take standard credit cards) as well as a host of shops and restaurants. The red light district, Dam Square and the train station are only a few blocks away, but there is a tram stop about a quarter block South of the apartment. It is waking distance from everything, even the Zoo is only 2 km from it. Directly across the street is the Amsterdam Crown Plaza. I walked to the markets and the 9 streets are a 15 minute walk. A few things about the apartment itself. The apartment is immaculately clean. There is a voltage converter and hairdryer. The bed and sheets were so great, it was like sleeping at home. I will never stay anywhere else again. Thanks Daniel! You made my stay a great one! Make sure you try Lovefood HQ (see Yelp), the bar is super cute, great cocktails and snacks in the bar. It's only a couple blocks away.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.

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• Stayed in this flat before, and will definitely stay here again!! Charming, cozy, excellent location

  Stayed in this flat before, and will definitely stay here again!! Charming, cozy, excellent location

  • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 12/24/12
  • Review Submitted 01/15/13
  What a pleasure to return to this charming flat, so conveniently located in the Centrum of Amsterdam. We've stayed before and we'll stay again; Daniel and Dan are excellent hosts and take care, with just the right amount of care and extra touches. The flat is so conveniently located, easy to get to from Centraal Station and makes for a great home base for trekking the city and the surrounds. The neighborhood has action, but is also a little more downbeat than the more vibrant parts of the city; there are lovely shops and bakeries and food stores quite close by, so it's very easy to make a nice little home in the city. And again, Daniel and Dan are accommodating and charming, and it really makes us happy to give them our repeat business. This flat is highly recommended for a couple who wants to be cozy, feel at home but have the perfect city flat for launching great day trips and walkabouts. Thanks and praise, highest recommendations.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.

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• Tax Rate 6%