Canal Side Oasis in Historical Heart of Amsterdam Amsterdam Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 68493

View from apartments, opposite marina and small park

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Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands, Europe (Amsterdam Center, Jordaan district)

Accommodations:  Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Den, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)

Marnixkade Canalview Apartments are located on a quiet canal in the heart of Amsterdam's historic Jordaan district, a vibrant area with many shops and restaurants just around the corner. Most Amsterdam landmarks are within walking distance.

THE APARTMENTS
These luxury apartments are located in a typical 19th century canal house. All apartments have a BEAUTIFUL 180 DEGREE CANAL VIEW from the livingroom and dining room. They are spacious and very light with morning sun in the bedroom, and afternoon evening sun in the living room/dining room. The apartments have been renovated to include all modern conveniences and have a fully equipped kitchen, including dishwasher, and washer/dryer.

They are fully furnished and includes all linens. Goose down comforters, and an entertainment system are just a few of the amenities. Historical accents include stained glass en suite doors.

OUR PHILOSOPHY
In developing the apartments, we have tried to combine the flexibility and relaxed atmosphere of a vacation rental with the local touches of a B&B.

Each apartment has been developed with a particular theme and furnished with the amenities one needs or wants when travelling, we strive to make the apartments a place where you will quickly feel at home, and a place you'll look forward to coming back to after a day of exploring the city.

Marnixkade Canalview Apartments are owned and operated by Eelco and Bruce, a Dutch American couple. We are long-time residents of Amsterdam, and have been renting apartments on the Marnixkade for the past 12 years. We live in the building where the apartments are located and have been restoring the apartments step-by-step since we moved here.

We love Amsterdam, and we love sharing this enthusiasm for our city with our guests. Meeting so many wonderful people from different cultures is what motivates us to do what we do and continue to enjoy it. We look forward to welcoming you.


PUBLIC TRANSPORT
While most attractions and central station are within easy walkings distance, the apartments are also ideally situated in terms of public transport with tram and bus stops just 50 meters (about 150 feet) away. Bus 18 takes you in 5 stops to Central Station and Amsterdam's emerging waterfront (Bimhuis, Jazz Hall, and Stedelijk Museum). Tram 10 takes you directly to Amsterdam's nightlife on Leidseplein (just 5 stops), while Tram 3 takes you to The Concertgebouw (Concert Hall) and many of the major museums (Van Gogh, Rijksmuseum).

Marnixkade Canalview Apartments are your ideal home away from home in Amsterdam. Marnixkade Canalview Apartment offers a smoke-free environment.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning: portable
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided: high-thread count 100% cotton sheets, down comforters
  • Off Street Parking: paid public parking in parking garage 5 minutes by tram
• Beds
  • King Bed: Available in Marokko Apartment. Extra long 210 cm.
  • Double Bed: Available in Mondriaan Apartment. 200 cm long.
  • Convertible Bed: Double size, available in living room of Marokko Apartment. 200 cm. long.
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: 50+ channels with English language stations including, CNN, BBC World, BBC 1, BBC 2, National Geographic, etc. Also FRE, GER, SPA, ARA and TUR stations.
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library: Films, documentaries, and TV series
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Shared Pool: Indoor public pool "Het Marnix" next door to apartment(2 x 25 mtr pools) w/gym, massage, sauna, flotation tanks, beauty treatments (extra charge). Completely renovated in 2006.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Both apartments have the following appliances: stove, conection oven, dishwasher, coffee maker, microwave oven, water cooker.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Catering Available: Extensive list of restaurants that deliver with cuisines from around the world.
• View/Location
  • Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: Overlooks beautiful canal with Marina and small park on opposite side.
• Communications
  • Cell Phone: free incoming calls. Top-up cards for domestic and international calls available at nearby supermarkets.
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • extensive DVD Library, High-tread count 100% cotton sheets, goose down comforters, Electricity converters/adapters, hair dryer, bathroom amenities (shampoo, shower gel, etc.)
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly: Park with play ground and half-pipe one block away. Steep stairs, not suitable for very small children.
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Zoo/Wildlife Park
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Boating
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
• Other Activities
  • Anne Frank House, historical landmarks, city walks, Live music (classical, jazz, popular, world music), zoo, botanical gardens, indoor swimming pool (w/gym, sauna, beauty centre) just 1 minute walk from apartments

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High season (Apr - Sep) EURO 175 pn
Low season (Oct - Mar) EURO 150 pn
Christmas/New year period EURO 175 pn
20% discount for 7 nights or longer stays
Minimum stay 4 nights
Based on double occupancy; includes stocked refrigerator with breakfast/snack foo
Additional person €25 per night per person (max total 4 persons per unit)

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 02/25/09
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  Mark & Melissa Crisan , Los Angeles, California
  • We stayed in the Mondriaan apartment for several nights around New Year's Eve of 2009. We could not have been more pleased with the comfort and overall quality of the apartment. We stayed in the Marokko apartment in 2006, and we'll definitiely be returning to the Marnixcade Canalview Apartments again in the future. These two apartments have so much going for them: They're very spacious; they're off a quiet canalside street; they're a short stroll from any number of terrific restaurants and neighborhood bars; and everything in both apartments is in perfect working order. The small market just around the corner is a terrific convenience. We even purchased some marinated chicken and lamb from there, which we prepared in our apartment's well-equipped kitchen. It was a most enjoyable "at home" meal. Bruce and Eelco are extremely thoughtful hosts who take the extra steps to ensure that their guests are content and comfortable. Alan also deserves a special mention for his excellent recommendations on restaurants and places of interest (The House of Bols was a blast!) We've truly found our home away from home in one of our very favorite cities on the planet. We're already discussing our next visit to Amsterdam, and our next stay at Bruce and Eelco's wonderful apartments.
• 10/18/08
  Positive Rating
  Michael &Terrie , Boston, MA.
  • We just returned from a wonderful holiday in Amsterdam where we stayed in the beautiful Mondriaan Apartment. The apartment was well equipped, spacious, with a lovely view over a canel directly in front of the apartment. The location was perfect, an easy 15 minute walk from the train station and within minutes to some great restaurants and markets. All of Amsterdam is readily available to explore from the ideal location of the property. There is also a great park to walk/jog in, also within a 10 minute walk. We were pleasantly surprised upon our arrival as the apartment was stocked with all kinds of welcome foods, including wine, juice, milk, breakfast snacks,chocolates, and a big piece of fresh Dutch cheese! Our host Allan was great and very helpful and informative. Highly recommended! Mike and Terrie, Boston, USA.
• 09/22/08
  Positive Rating
  George Gerson , Grand Junction, CO
  • We spent the first week of September at this apartment and found it to be perfect for our vacation. The apartment was very comfortable and the king size bed was excellent. The wireless Internet connection and the TV with English channels (including CNN)were a big plus. The owners have gone a long way to make things easier to newcommers to Amsterdam by providing a book that includes their favorite restaurants. Being in the Jordan district provided a wide variety of excellent restaurants within walking distance. Access to public transportation was 1/2 block away. The owners stocked the apartment with food and beverages and that was another big plus. I highly recommend this very quiet apartment to anyone visiting Amsterdam.
• 09/03/08
  Positive Rating
  David Barley , Orlando, Florida
  • I recently spent a week in August in Amsterdam in this apartment. The demeanor of the place, and I'm a developer and student of "place" is very good. So good, I spent a lot of time just getting a much needed rest and reading. I fell in love with the area and the apartment and have been going to Amsterdam for 20 years. It just doesn't get much better. The food waiting there sustained us when we were too tired to go out. Lot's of thought has gone into making this a home away from home and that's what it was to me and my friends who visited.
• 04/02/08
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  Nancy Kilian , Keller, TX. USA
  • We have been to Amsterdam several times. On previous trips we have stayed in hotels. This time, for a six week stay we wanted to actually live in the city that we enjoy so much. Upon arrival, we followed the excellent directions & walked from Central Station to the apartment. This would be a path that became very familiar and one we walked many times. The apartment lived up to our expectations & went beyond. The fresh bouquet of tulips that greeted us upon arrival was gorgeous. The refrigerator was well stocked – everything from wine to snacks to enough food to put together a meal or two. It was so nice to know we did not have to go to a market immediately. In fact we stayed put for about twenty four hours before venturing out. For the first five weeks of our stay, we were in the Marokko apartment. It has a unique charm & is very appealing. The view of the canal and beyond was mesmerizing. Some days we just wanted to watch out the windows. The final week we were up one level to the Mondriaan apartment. It too is a lovely place to stay with everything we wanted at our disposal. This apartment is centrally located and allowed us to walk to any destination in the city. We had a variety of restaurants to choose from in the neighborhood & beyond. We chose most often to stay in at night. Shopping for our food every day at the local markets and bakeries was a wonderful experience. The street markets around the city are not to be missed. The Jordaan has two that occur every week, just a few minutes from the apartment. And finally, a word about our hosts. We had emailed Bruce & Allan several times prior to our arrival. They patiently responded to all of the questions I asked. Is there a hair dryer? (yes), can I sent a box via Fed Ex to the building (yes) and any number of other silly questions you think of when planning an extended visit. Spending time with Allan and getting to know him was a wonderful experience. He is charming, smart, and fun to be around & many hours were spent engrossed in conversations with him. When we met Bruce, I felt like I already knew him. He made every effort to ensure that our accommodations were had lived up to our expectations. We would highly recommend the Marnixkade Canal View apartments to anyone. In fact we did just that, giving a flight attendant the information on our way home. We will be back as soon as we can & next time we hope to stay for several months.
• 03/06/08
  Positive Rating
  Paula Baldwin , Basye, VA
  • We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the lovely Maroko Apartment. We were warmly welcomed with fresh flowers, a gift basket of delicious treats.In the kitchen we found breakfast makings of Dutch cheeses, meats, breads and morning delights. It felt as if someone knew just what we liked! The collection of books on the shelves added a special touch to our relaxing moments "at home". Bruce and Allen were extremely helpful in answering our questions before we arrived and were most accommodating while we were staying in one of the most wonderful cities in the world. We look forward to our next visit. We recommend the apartment to all who want a lovely home away from home.
• 01/27/08
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  Betty & Jim Monin , Charlotte, NC
  • We really enjoyed our trip to Amsterdam, and the apartment was wonderful. Allen was a great help and previous comments are right on track for this rental. We would have missed some great dining in the Marnixkade neighborhood if we had taken the hotel option for our 9 day trip. We loved the Old Amsterdam cheese in the fridge, and it was perfect to have all the provisions in the kitchen on our arrival. The apartment has lots of tourist books and information, it was invaluable. We will do this again.
• 11/09/07
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  Corinne, Bruno, Hervé et Sylvie , Rennes et Nantes, FRANCE
  • Appartement bien situé, proche du centre à pied et dans un quartier très sympa et calme. Propreté irréprochable, nombreux livres et documentations touristiques à disposition et quel plaisir de trouver en arrivant un frigo plein de spécialités et de quoi se préparer les petits-déjeuners pendant 3 jours! Accueil chaleureux d'Allen et Bruce; plein de conseils précieux; bref, nous vous recommandons cette adresse sans hésitation! Bon séjour à Amsterdam!
• 10/31/07
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  Rich & Erin , Burlington/Bristol, Connecticut
  • I am not sure what we can add that has not already been said! We truly enjoyed our stay at the Canal View Apartments on Marnixkade. Bruce, and Allen were the perfect hosts; always helpful, but respectful of our privacy. We can recommend this apartment complex without reservation. We especially enjoyed the wine, and speciality foods of Holland. That is something that no hotel, that we are aware of provide in such quantity! We look forward to staying at Canal View Apartments during our next stay in Amsterdam. Thank goodness that our airport in CT now provide daily and direct flights! Peace, Rich and Erin
• 10/11/07
  Positive Rating
  Jennifer Strange + Terry Moore , Jacksonville, Oregon
  • Well, everyone here already knows what lovely amenities are part of the Marnixkade rental (thank you for everything, before, during and after our stay, Bruce and Allen!), so I'll share some of the discoveries we made while staying there: We REALLY enjoyed our stay at Marnixkade -- felt right at home. We also found the neighborhood and folks to be really friendly; one day a very hip local guy actually walked us all the way down to the grocery shop. So we spent our days making breakfast and watching the rain, the passing clouds and the birds in the treetops out those gorgeous stained glass windows; then we'd go for a stroll and maybe have a cocktail somewhere. Then back to the flat for dinner. We also really liked that little tapas place down the street: Duende Dos. Had a great meal of calamari, lamb chops, cured ham and aged cheese on greens with walnut oil and some good cava. Their chocolate mousse is truly sublime... also found my favorite cheese shop which I visit every time I'm in your city: De Kaaskamer (Runstraat 7). They're really into the Slow Food Movement and so am I -- one of my big marketing clients is Rogue Creamery, which makes some of the world's finest blue cheeses right here in Oregon. Also a GREAT little design store for flatware and kitchen items: Vivian Hann at Haarlemmerkijk 102. The owner herself will enthusiastically share history and stories about all her wares. We bought several darling little Italian tapas forks and will treasure them forever. See you next time around!

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