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The location of our canal house at the ancient harbour.
The Dutch Buoy, our canal house.
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61076.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Monnickendam, North Holland
  • Place, Tourist information Center Monnickendam
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, De Waegh
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, In de Bonten Os
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Rent The Dutch Buoy, gorgeous 17th century canal house, 8 kms from Amsterdam.

Rent The Dutch Buoy, our gorgeous 17th century canal house, in Monnickendam! This picturesque fishing town Monnickendam - a Dam (= protection against low and high tides) built by the Monks 750 years ago - is lying 8 kilometers East from Amsterdam. Only a 20 minutes' bus lane far from Amsterdam Central Station!

Cheaper, more authentic & safer to stay in a small town than in the metropolis.

Living at two levels in a monumental canal house
Both first and second floor has its own bedroom and bathroom. The first floor has a communal kitchen and living room. Very suitable for two couples, a couple with two children, three friends and three employees. For the long term rentals - 1 month and longer - we sign the rental agreement with your company. Completely and modern furnished with high-end utilities & facilities. For the short term rentals - minimum 4 nights - we have a third bedroom for the 5th and 6th renters.

Need more information? Please contact Rein Willemsen, 0031654207625

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In the heart of 750 old Monnickendam you are living in our high-end, authentic monument - The Dutch Buoy - in the old harbor. Your car has free parking in front of our door. Bus frequency is 5 buses per hour to Amsterdam. Our concierge can pick you up from Amsterdam International Airport and after a 35 minutes drive you are stepping into the Middle Ages. Within a 100 meters walk you will find restaurants (pubs, bakery, grocery, cheese shop, butcher, flower shop etc.).

First Floor Description
Welcoming by our concierge at the crow step. Keys for green front door. Stepping the staircase to FIRST FLOOR (60 square meters). You get what you see: an attractive LIVING / DINING ROOM, red brown parquet and stunning panorama over harbor. Ultra-modern kitchen with Gaggenau hardware: exhaust system, gas cooker, top stove, fridge, dishwasher and deep-freeze cabinet. Casseroles and utensils from Michel Montignac. First BATHROOM with bubbling bath, shower, toilet bowl and wash basin. A STORE ROOM with the towels and bed-clothes. And the first BEDROOM with a Timothy Oulton King Size Bed, The Brigadier, 180 X 200. This bed is designed for today's deep diverse, high climbers, dream chasers and high flyers who each day strike out to change the world ... again. The Brigadier mattress, 32 cm - 12 ½ "thick, Has Two full layers of individual calico pocket springs and Energy is richly extravagantly upholstered with New Zealand wool, 100% long stranded cotton and the finest Mongolian horsehair. Your nights will never be the same.

Warm Home like your own Home .... and More ....... but Different
Temporary (for weeks or months) from home, you can expect a fast WiFi, laser printer, perfect lightning equipment, top beds, streaming stereo music, a sensational LED HD Philips television, a Jacuzzi etc. The longer stay, the higher your expectations. Our authentic town house exceeds your high expectations with five star amenities. Modern furniture, excellent bed clothing, entertainment technology, exclusive art and celebrity facilities. Our concierge respects your privacy and being there when needed.

Need more information? Please contact Rein Willemsen, 0031654207625

Second Floor Description
Staircase to SECOND FLOOR (40 square meters): second BEDROOM. From an Excellent Queen Size bed you are looking into the electrifying monumental fishery harbor. Oak floor. Second modern BATHROOM - gorgeous view of Lake District - with shower, toilet bowl, urinal and two wash basins. READING CORNER adjoining the library with two cozy arm chairs. STORE ROOM with Miele Washing Machine & Condense Dryer. And the third BEDROOM with an excellent queen size bed for the 5th & 6th renters.

Concierge and Cleaning Lady
Owner is represented by the Concierge. Your communication partner during your stay. They are responsible for The Dutch Buoy. The concierge knows locally and regionally everything about week (end) trips, shops, guided tours, public transport, etc. They are steering the Cleaning Lady. Long term renters get weekly a 3 hours house & laundry cleaning. Short term renters (= 7 nights or more) get one midweek cleaning for free.

Dutch Buoy Specialties:
• Own Concierge & Cleaning Lady
• Two New and Separated (for each floor one) Heating Boilers
• Very Luxurious Facilities and Accommodattion
• Both Short (= minimum 4 nights) and Long (= 1 month or longer) Term: First in, First Choice
• Long Term Rent depends on Season = Average € 2900 per month (including € 250 (= Utilities, WiFi) + € 320 (= Weekly Cleaning & Laundry). Municipal tourist taxes is € 1.90 per person per night.
• Short Term Rent depends on Season = Average € 245 per night for 4 persons. Municipal tourist taxes is € 1.90 per person per night. Maximum capacity = 6 persons. The 5th and 6th person are paying 35 euro each per night extra. We have 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
• Free Parking and Zero Parking Costs
• Excellent beds & pillows and luxurious soaps / lotions
• Details are considered a priority for your stay.

Need more information? Please contact Rein Willemsen, 0031654207625

Cheaper, more authentic & safer to stay in a small town than in the metropolis.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 08529435D9672322D1A5

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Monnickendam

Located in Monnickendam, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The 9 Streets. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Johan Cruyff Arena or Ziggo Dome. Scuba diving and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Monnickendam, North Holland

What's nearby

  • Tourist information Center Monnickendam - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • De Waegh - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • In de Bonten Os - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grote Kerk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Irene Hoeve Clogs and Cheese Shop - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Noord Station - 10 min drive
  • Purmerend Overwhere Station - 14 min drive
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palingrokerij Smit-Bokkum - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kaasboerderij Henri Willig - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Pieterman - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Strandvier - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café de Botterwerf - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rent The Dutch Buoy, gorgeous 17th century canal house, 8 kms from Amsterdam. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rent The Dutch Buoy, gorgeous 17th century canal house, 8 kms from Amsterdam.?

As of 28 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rent The Dutch Buoy, gorgeous 17th century canal house, 8 kms from Amsterdam. on 6 Apr, 2026 start from S$844, 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.

How much is parking at Rent The Dutch Buoy, gorgeous 17th century canal house, 8 kms from Amsterdam.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rent The Dutch Buoy, gorgeous 17th century canal house, 8 kms from Amsterdam.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rent The Dutch Buoy, gorgeous 17th century canal house, 8 kms from Amsterdam.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rent The Dutch Buoy, gorgeous 17th century canal house, 8 kms from Amsterdam. located?

Located in the heart of Monnickendam, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Markermeer and within 6 miles (10 km) of Uniek Volendam and Volendam Harbour. Noorderpark and WONDR Experience are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Corrine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment and village were absolutely charming! Such a fun place to explore!! The check in was great and they were great to work with!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful home in a charming, friendly neighborhood of Monnickendam.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We arrived on a rainy afternoon - and indeed it would rain for the whole trip. The trip was wonderful despite the precipitation, and the Dutch Buoy was a big part of that. Ben, the property manager, welcomed us warmly and with humor. He showed us the entire property and made sure we knew how to use everything. The house was large and comfortable and very clean. The kitchen had all of the tools we needed. The town is quaint and full of restaurants and charm and friendly people. Getting to Amsterdam was quick and easy on one of two bus routes. Thank you to our hosts for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful little town. Easy commute to Amsterdam.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

jula i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location in a lovely town on the water

Our family of 5 loved the location. We visited many of the nearby towns (loved Marken!) and Amsterdam of course. Convenient to walk to buses or uber around. Property is on the water with a lovely view. We naively kept all the windows open for the view and breeze so got a few spider/bug bites (lesson learned!), but otherwise we were happy. Recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A quiet retreat minutes from Amsterdam

Great communication and check-in with Ben. Very thorough. You will not find a better view, and ample parking for free. Multiple restaurants walking distance and a grocery store near by. Bathrooms were great! Clean safe area that I would stay in if I was going to be anywhere near the area.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Dutch Buoy

It was a wonderful place. Loved the location with all the boats. Would definitely go there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and the city is lovely. We plan to return!

Host was easy to communicate with and very helpful with transportation and reservations. Excellent time
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Colin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in a picturesque village

The house was as described, well equipped, with lots of space to relax. Convenient for travel to Amsterdam and nearby towns. Plenty of restaurants in walking distance, and a bakery a short walk away. Everyone had a lovely vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in Monnickendam

I cannot say enough great things about this property! It is a very well maintained and equipped home. Communication with both the owner and the manager, Ben were seamless. Location was phenomenal, with shops and quality restaurants all within a short walk. The location directly on a canal added to the overall beauty of the home. Amsterdam was less than a 30 minute walk/bus ride away. I highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a quiet, comfortable home in the northern Netherlands.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

We couldn't ask for a better host. Unit was very clean and owner provided every compliment to make our stay even more enjoyable. Great location on lagoon overlooking dining/bar locations. Easy travel to Amsterdam via short walk to bus stop. All in our party loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home in Monnickendam

Just a short bus ride to Amsterdam, this apartment was great. It's right on a beautiful canal with restaurants and shops right outside the door. It had everything we needed for a great stay. The owner and their "concierge" were easy to work and communicate with. Hopefully, we can make it back to The Dutch Buoy some day.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most beautiful place to rest and relax

We loved our stay. Netty was an added bonus. She was a doll and made sure we were well taken care of. The house is on the water, great restaurants near by. Very easy access to bus then train to Amsterdam. All of us loved it here. So clean, comfortable and easy. Thank you. I would stay here again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Candace H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely town and condo

Five adult stayed the one bed is in a open loft area but since it was siblings it worked. Easy access to Amsterdam and also taking a ride to other areas. Had all things we needed walk to store.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas, New Year 2019/20

We had an excellent stay in Monnickendam. Apart from being very attractive, it is quite a compact place with all the facilities close by. Regular buses to Amsterdam and further north to Edam and Volendam. Excellent place for a get away...
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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A wonderful two-storey apartment with stunning views. Monnickendam is a beautiful small town, and perfectly located for day trips in Amsterdam or North Holland. Both the local concierge and the property owner could not have been more helpful, both in advance of our stay, and while we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Deb G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Magical

So much better than Amsterdam. A beautiful fishing village just a bus ride away from Amsterdam. We loved it. The location on the canal was incredible. The house inside was top notch. We had everything we needed and communication with Rein and Ben was excellent. If we ever return to the Netherlands we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home in a quaint location.

We had an excellent stay at the Dutch Buoy! It was so nice to come back to Monickendam after all the activity in the city of Amsterdam. We felt very safe, the home is very cozy and comfortable. We really enjoyed the restaurants in town, the food and service is so much better than you can get in a touristy area.. We had no problem with riding the metro and bus. Thank you to both Ben and Reim for all of the guidance.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paulette h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sweet fishing village

The Dutch Buoy provided plenty of room for our group of four adults. The view over the canal was fabulous. The village of Monnickendam was just what we were looking for. We used public transportation for a day in Amsterdam, and parked our rental car for free outside our VRBO. Day trips from there were easy. Rein and Ben were both very attentive--without being intrusive!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ray D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience!

We had an amazing stay at the Dutch Buoy. From the very beginning the experience was fantastic with great communication from the owner all the way to staying in a 16th canal house 20 minutes north of Amsterdam. The city of Monnickendam and the surrounding area was wonderful and exceeded our expectations. We had so much fun visiting the other smaller surrounding communities that we only visited Amsterdam twice. I would highly recommend this property if you are considering a visit to The Netherlands.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Beverley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming property in an excellent location. We did have a couple of issues: first, when we used the cooker hob we noticed a strong acrid smell which spread through the house. We reported this on the first morning and were advised it would have been cleaning product. It happened again and the concierge contacted the neighbour who had also smelled it. This time it was attributed to the neighbour’s bbq. Second, we only had 2 bath towels between 4 adults. There were 3 bath towels on arrival but one was too badly marked to use. We reported this on our first morning but no extra towels were supplied. Finally, the sound of the village clock chimes every half hour is charming during the day - not so much in the night.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ELLEN D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

It was an amazing experience. We stayed downtown right near a canal. There were several restaurants around walking distance away. It was easy to get transportation into Amsterdam. Gave you an opportunity to see the countryside. The place itself was very comfortable. Ben was there to welcome us and helpful to answer questions we had. We did ask for an early arrival time and it was worked out. Thanks for making our trip a great vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Catrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Dutch Buoy was everything we hoped for and more!

Comfortable, peaceful and relaxing, which helped us to focus on our business needs as well as enjoy some downtime. Thank you to Rein for being so kind and informative during the booking process leading up to our stay. A big thank you to Ben for going out of his way to ensure we had everything we needed and were comfortable, as well as accommodating our very early check-out on a Sunday morning - you are a star! :) We will certainly be back and highly recommend the Dutch Buoy!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher and Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in lovely and quiet village

Our family very much enjoyed the 4 nights we stayed at The Dutch Buoy. The house was as advertised - space most suitable for 6 people with 3 double beds and 2 full bathrooms. Overall very comfortable and well-appointed. Parking was very easy - either in front of the home or just around the corner. The village itself is quiet and humble, with several restaurants and shops. Amsterdam is easily accessible either by bus or car - quite honestly, after spending the day in the big city, it was a relief to return to the small town for a quiet evening. Many thanks to Rein for the arrangements and to Ben for the local hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful stay at The Dutch Buoy, Monnickendam

There are numerous positive aspects of the Dutch Buoy property, but I'll only mention the most notable ones. Firstly, Ben's greeting at the property was very welcoming. Throughout our stay, Ben was accommodating. The Jacuzzi is unique because it is self-drying and has no mold problems. The living room was inviting, and take advantage of the beautiful sunset view. The canal was full of sailboats during our stay, and it was quite the adventure to be there during their Zuiderzee Battle against the Spaniards, which happened in 1573, celebration. The locals all dressed up in period clothing. The beds were very comfortable, and the bathrooms were very nicely equipped. Of course, the bathrobes topped off the entire experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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