Beautiful Houseboat in Amsterdam City Centre
- House boat756 sq. ft
- Sleeps: 4
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 2 nights
Great Houseboat, 1 Bedroom + Sofa Bed (hotel quality), 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 2-4
Rooms & beds
Bedrooms: 1(Sleeps: 4)
Convertible bed(s)
queen · sleep sofa /futon
Bedroom 1
queen
Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Combination tub/shower
Spaces
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Deck/Patio
- DiningSeating for 6 people
- Balcony
- Lawn/Garden
- Porch/Veranda
Amenities
Featured
- Swimming pool
- Internet
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Safety features
- Fire extinguisherOne in the living room and one in the bedroom.
- Exterior lighting
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detectorOne in the living room and one in the bedroom.
- First aid kitOne in the bathroom and one in the living room.
Location Type
- Village
- Beachfront15 miles away
- Lake View
- Water View
- Downtown
- Waterfront
General
- HeatingCentral Heating, just like an appartment.
- Hair Dryer
- Basic Soaps
- ParkingThere is a parking place in a non-public parking garage available for additional €15,- per day.
- Towels ProvidedNice and soft towels!
- Iron & Board
- Toilet Paper
- Washing machineMiele washing machine
- Internetfast internet!
- Linens providedNice bed linnen and real duvets
- Wireless InternetFast WiFi
- GarageOptional a parking spot in a secure garage (non public) Additional € 15,- per day
- Clothes dryerVery good dryer
- Shampoo
Kitchen
- MicrowaveGood microwave
- Coffee MakerSenseo coffee machine, coffee pads are provided
- Dishes & utensils for kids
- Pantry ItemsSalt, peper, olive oil, many herbs and all basics and beyond to prepare nice food are provided.
- DishwasherGood dishwasher
- Dishes & Utensils
- Grill
- Dining table
- Stove
- OvenVery good oven
- RefrigeratorWith a little freezer
- Blender
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
- Childs Highchair
Entertainment
- BooksMany English books. When you leave a book on one of the shelves you can pick one and take it with you...
- TelevisionJust local (Dutch) stations
- StereoThere is a Marshall Bluetooth sound system.
- Video LibraryAll kinds of DVD's
- DVD Player
Outside
- BoatPrivate boat tour possible, the price depends on availability.
- Outdoor Furniture
Suitability
- Wheelchair inaccessibleThere is a staircase to enter the houseboat
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa
- Communal poolIf you would like to take a swim in the canal, you can. Some neighbors do it. Just take a shower afterwards...
Onsite Services
- Private Chef
- Housekeeper Optional
- Chauffeur
- Meal delivery
Notes
- Bike- and boat rental (with discount). A parking spot in a non-public garage is available upon request for €15,- per day. The sofa bed - double bed - is hotel quality and suited for two extra guests.
Breakfast
- Included in Price
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 30 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - There are life vests available for young kids.There are life vests available for young kids.
No pets - pets not allowedpets not allowed
No events
No smoking - Please smoke outsidePlease smoke outside
Max guests: 4
- Please respect my houseboat, my neighbors and the neighborhood. My houseboat is not a hotel.
Cleaning practices
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Minimum 1-day vacancy between guest stays
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
Cleaned with disinfectant
Follows industry health association: European Holiday Home Association (EHHA - Europe)
Follows regional health guidelines: SG Clean (Singapore)
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Hosted by Martyn Leenen
Ask a questionAbout Martyn Leenen
My wife Catelijne and I have two children, one daughter Julia (8) and one son Hidde (6). We live in Haarlem, just 15 minutes away from our houseboat. Before I used to work for a broadcasting and publishing company but now I have my own business. Good food and nice drinks are important to me. I like to cook for friends/family and love nice wines, German wines in particular. I used to travel, read and play golf but since we have children, I have have other priorities... Oh, and I love playing chess on my iPhone. (This photo was inspired by Derek Zoolander)
Martyn Leenen purchased this House boat in 2008
Why Martyn Leenen chose Plantage
By coincidence I saw this houseboat was for sale. I knew the unique location, on one side the old warehouses and on the other side the Zoo. Eery time we went boating with friends and we came by Artis (the Zoo) we loved the sight of zebras and giraffes in the middle of the city. The previous owners are a nice Australian couple with a baby. They lived there for four years but were about to return to Australia. Eventually Damien (the Australian owner) choose me to buy the boat and I feel very fortunate! My wife and I lived for two years on this houseboat. Because my wife was expecting we decided to move to an apartment. Living on the boat with a baby is not convenient. In the beginning it was difficult not to live on the boat but now, - when when the boat is not rented out, - we try to stay there. Our children love it and a stay on the boat always indicates we'll go to the zoo... For us staying on the boat is also holiday...!
What makes this House boat unique
My wife and I lived in Amsterdam for over 15 years. As students we both moves several times all over the city. The vibe, the atmosphere and the people of this little neighborhood beats everything! - just around the corner from all the best places - museums, the Nieuwmarkt, the red lights and fine restaurants - but without the city sounds from Dam Square and Leidse Square. My mother Caty and neighbor Karin will do the check in/out and cleaning. They are very helpful in providing additional information about Amsterdam, what to do outside the city (Keukenhof for example) and are more then happy to assist you for museums and or tickets, reservations in nice restaurants, etc. They also can arrange a pick up from the airport or a private boat tour. So, if you have questions or would like assistance please do not hesitate to contact them. You will receive their contact information when the booking is confirmed.
- Languages:
- english, french, german, portuguese, dutch