A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Dam Square
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Patio
Refrigerator
Internet
Microwave
Explore the area
Amsterdam, NH
Amsterdam Chinatown
Place, Amsterdam Chinatown
7 min walk
ARTIS
Place, ARTIS
13 min walk
Dam Square
Place, Dam Square
13 min walk
Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
21 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center
A wonderfully spacious and fully furnished 4-person house with plenty of natural light, located in the beautiful Meuse Valley of southeastern Belgium, near the French border.
Maurenne is the name of the charming village where we offer our two comfortable holiday homes for rent.
It’s a stunning and diverse natural area. The Meuse winds through the landscape, and the section between Hastiere, Dinant, and Namur is particularly beautiful with its rock formations that are popular for climbing. If you take one of the many hikes along the Meuse or the small river Lesse, you’ll be treated to stunning panoramic views of the Meuse Valley.
So you can go on lovely hikes, kayak on the Lesse, visit castles, ride a rail bike on an old railway line, explore caves, and tour abbeys. You’re not far from France, and there’s plenty to see there as well.
And then, of course, there’s the heated outdoor pool—8x6 metres and 1.80 metres deep—where you can swim a few laps after a day out. It’s “open” from mid-May/early June through mid-September. This pool is reserved for our two holiday homes and is located about 70 metres from the 4-person holiday home.
The house (which is wonderfully bright) is fully equipped and tastefully decorated, with beautiful wooden beams on the ceiling and charming alcoves in the walls. In the enclosed garden (ideal for your pets—up to 2 are welcome), you can enjoy the peace and quiet. There’s also a barbecue and, of course, patio furniture.
The cosy and spacious living room features a fireplace and TV. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, electric stove with oven, microwave, double-door refrigerator, toaster, and, of course, all the pots and pans you’ll need to prepare a delicious meal to enjoy in the dining area with its large dining table. And in the summer, of course, outside on the patio.
There are two bedrooms: one with a double bed (1.60 x 2.00 with one mattress) and the other with two single beds.
The bathroom has both a shower and a bathtub.
There are two toilets: one downstairs and one upstairs.
PLEASE NOTE: PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE €35.00 FOR CLEANING AND UTILITY COSTS (ELECTRICITY, HEATING, AND FIREWOOD FOR THE FIREPLACE). THE SECURITY DEPOSIT IS €150.00. THIS MUST BE PAID IN CASH UPON ARRIVAL AND WILL BE REFUNDED TO YOU UPON DEPARTURE. ENERGY COSTS ARE OFTEN DEDUCTED FROM THE SECURITY DEPOSIT.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Thank you in advance for your interest, and who knows—maybe we’ll see you in Maurenne. You are most welcome.
Have a nice day, and best regards,
Anna van den Bosch
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Property Registration Number 0363 51E5 043E 10F6 1E8A
Property # 10739558
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Amsterdam
Amsterdam City Centre, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam, is home to this houseboat. Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The 9 Streets and Flower Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena.
Is Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center?
As of 3 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center on 5 Jan 2027 start from £975, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Houseboat Apartment Amsterdam Center located?
Located in Amsterdam City Centre, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of St. Nicholas Church and Dam Square. Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and Rembrandt Square are also within 1 mile (2 km). Amsterdam Central Metro Station is 7 minutes by foot and Nieuwmarkt Station is 9 minutes.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location near the city center without feeling too loud. Clean and easy check in. Communal space is large, with a picnic table outside. We would absolutely to stay here again if we visit in the future.
This houseboat was an excellent choice for our trip to Amsterdam! It’s centrally located, clean, looks exactly like the pictures, and our host Casper was friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend, and would stay here again. He provided solid recommendations for exploring the beautiful city!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
patricia
29 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The houseboat was lovely. The hosts were responsive, gave good recommendations for dining and were extremely kind and generous.
Terrific location a short walk from Centraal. Friendly hosts- other occupant was quiet, boat secure. Steep stairs to enter-consider if accessibility is an issue.
Was looking for something unique, comfortable and quiet while being in the heart of Amsterdam. Casper's place fit the bill and thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Very relaxing!
We stayed three nights (family of four) in Casper’s boat. The location is perfect, short walk to/from Centraal Station and easy to get to everything within the city. Casper’s communication was top-notch and the accommodations on the boat were exactly as advertised. Highly recommended.
Enjoyed 4 days on board. Accommodations as expected. Nice open kitchen / dining / living space. Location very convenient to restaurants and train station. Host very helpful.
Good location-close to train station. BUT there is a boat docked alongside this rental-so you cannot see the water from inside the boat. There is limited outdoor space on top of the boat where you can observe the other ‘boat’. Clean, pleasant interactions with hosts. Just not what we expected from a houseboat experience
Casper was the consummate host and delivered an excellent VRBO experience. Boat is as advertised and centrally located to all things Amsterdam. Will stay at his boat again. Highly recommend.
Beds were comfortable and clean. Each room had a shower with a separate toilet. Kitchen was well stocked. Heads up that there’s no soap or shampoo in the showers.
Very nice greeting by Maxim. Very informative and pleasant. Offered information about great food in the area. Very receptive to inquiries during stay. Great stay a little away from the hustle and bustle. But close enough to enjoy. Very quiet in the night. Thanks for a wonderful stay in your beautiful city!
This was a fun and different experience to stay at the houseboat apartment. It was very clean and comfortable and Casper was a terrific host. He met us for checking in and gave us a quick tour of the boat. I loved that he lives in the front of the boat if there are problems. The location was perfect for shopping, dining and being so close to many attractions. Thank you for hosting us!
Highly recommend this wonderful houseboat to everyone!
The two bedroom unit is all new, beautiful furnishings and well appointed kitchen. Each bedroom has its own shower! Excellent!
Caspar is a gracious and lovely host….check in is seamless….as is check out.
Will return to this lovely boat and recommend it to friends…thank you!
Hosts were welcoming and responsive.The interior of the boat could do with some “freshing up.”The floors and table were stained and the roof was leaking in several spots.I also had expected to have showergel&shampoo provided but that was not the case.
Sehr nah am Zentrum. Beschreibung hat voll übereingestimmt
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
EVELYNE L.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Quelle déception !
Points positifs : emplacement de la péniche - propreté de l'appartement
Points négatifs : environnement (épaves de bateaux) et aspect extérieur de la péniche (plastique sur le toit tenu par des pierres) - accès difficile à l'appartement et surtout (escalier très raide) Impossible pour les personnes à mobilité réduite. Les hublots sont rouillés.
Bizarre qu'aucun commentaire ne mentionne ces désagréments !
Vraiment nous avons été déçus quand nous avons vu la péniche.
Die Lage des Bootes ist toll, nah an der Innenstadt, am Bahnhof, an Museen, alles zu Fuß erreichbar.
Die Wohnküche ist schön geräumig, so dass am gut zu mehreren am Tisch sitzen bzw. sich dort aufhalten kann, auch an Regentagen.
Alles sauber und in den Betten haben wir gut geschlafen.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review
8/10 Good
Leslie T.
20 May 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
3 days in Amsterdam
Great location. Casper was helpful and informative. Relaxed, comfortable place to stay
This houseboat is a great location near Central Station. The host is very responsive and friendly. The 2 bedrooms each have a shower but toilet is separate and shared. Beds were comfortable, one has 2 twins and one has 2 twins pushed together. Kitchen was spacious..has medium size frig, stove, dishwasher but no microwave or freezer. The steps going down into the boat are very steep but once inside it was very quiet .. Thank you Casper for a great stay
I loved the whole experience of being on a houseboat and the location was exceptional. Just in need of a little love. Fresher towels, outside furniture dangerously broken down, cleaning up area from ground trash. Casper was helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Thank you for staying and the feedback Diane! I'm glad you told me about the wooden chair outside. It was broken and I wasn't aware, so I replaced it. Looking forward to welcome you again anytime!
Cheers, Casper
Great time in Amsterdam, and on the Houseboat. The weather couldn’t have cooperated any better. We were centrally located, with most sights relatively close by - a quick walk to the Central Train Station for further exploration - Thank You Casper!