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  • Houseboat
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Child friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the owner

This is the place for people who like to travel in style. Your host renovated this spacious, fully private floating apartment on his houseboat in style. High ceilings, a warm and characteristic living room with open kitchen on the second floor, two large bedrooms and a luxurious bathroom with shower. Not to mention the great garden with sauna, BBQ and of course the option to swim in the canal. Perfect for two couples and families with kids. Plus: free car parking till 1 July 2018!

Your host Rob is a true 'waterman'. He has worked as a ship constructor for decades and put all his love into the dream that he just realized: building the perfect houseboat and welcome guests from all over the world. Rob lives on a separate part of the very well insulated houseboat, so you have all the privacy you can possibly ask for. The boat has central heating in every room so you are sure to be comfortably warm all year round, even on the coldest winter days.

You can feel the love for detail when you walk through the Floating Castle. It has a all the amenities and convenience of a high-end apartment, with the big difference that you will experience the excitement of staying on the water. Especially because all the rooms on both floors have water view, creating a very light and bright atmosphere. The Queen size beds are really comfortable, ensuring a great night rest.

A truly unique feature is the huge amount of outdoor space that this floating castle has to offer. In the garden you will find a cozy table to have a nice drink or smoke, or enjoy breakfast or diner (why not organize a nice BBQ?!) during the summer time. The sauna is available all year round - especially during the winter it is really awesome to dive into the cold water after a sauna session. Highly recommended! 

The location is perfect for guests who want to be away from the tourist masses, yet be close to the city centre. It takes you just a few minutes to get to the Amsterdam Tower (a must-visit), Film Museum Eye (amazing lunch served here, and what a view over the water!) and the free ferry that takes you to Amsterdam Central Station 24/7 for free. On request your host can take you on a guided tour by boat - yes, he is a true captain!

Believe it or not, but we offer Free Parking, truly unique in Amsterdam. On request the host can arrange bikes for you so you can get around easily from the moment you arrive. And another good thing to know is that you are very close to the wide open fields North of Amsterdam, absolutely great to make a nice bike tour to natural park 'Het Twiske' or Zaanstad with the famous windmills.

About Amsterdam North, where the boat is located. This is may be less known then the inner city, but it is without a doubt the most buzzing part of Amsterdam. It offers a great variety of artistic places such as the NDSM Wharf, Pllek and Tolhuistuin with its countless festivals, markets, concerts and other great activities all year round. Furthermore  you have to visit the Amsterdam Tower (with the exciting swing on the roof - amazing views over the whole city) and lunch at the water side terrace of the Eye Film Museum. Take the free ferry and you are in the city centre within minutes. So we dare to say that we offer the best of both worlds: Amsterdam at its best!

Don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions - always glad to help. Look forward to welcome you aboard!

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King Bed
  • Bedroom 2: King Bed
  • 1 Shower room

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Boat available
  • Bicycles available
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Safe
  • Sauna
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kettle
  • Iron
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Bohemian houseboat – Home 9188166

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    Things to know

    Check in: 13:00 Check out: 12:00
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    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
    Damage deposit: (£213.96) €250.00

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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    Pets are allowed upon request.
    Smoking is allowed outside in the garden.

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    About the owner

    Rob V.
    Tourist Licence
    036366117E5ABEDA6190
    Calendar updated:
    28 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    6

    Based in:
    Netherlands
    Languages spoken: English
    This Houseboat has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and sleeps 4. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 29 Jan 2018. Located in North Holland Province, it has 6 reviews with an overall rating of 4.5. The average weekly rate is £1031.
    The property’s calendar was last updated on 28 Apr 2024.
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    Reviews

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    6 reviews
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    Karen S

    Home from home
    Nov 2019

    Wonderful location. Peaceful stay. Fabulous hosts. I'm a seasoned traveller and loce having a home from home. I will be back!

    Reviewed 12 Dec 2019

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    Nina D
    Hofors, Sweden

    Couldn't be happier!
    Sep 2019

    If you want peace and quiet where you stay and still be close to the heart of Amsterdam this is the place for you. Rob and Agnes are a joy to rent from as they give great advice for your stay and make… More 

    Reviewed 12 Sep 2019

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    A FlipKey verified reviewer

    An original, authentic Amsterdam stay
    Aug 2019

    Clean, comfortable and nicely decorated houseboat with a quiet garden, ideal for people wanting an alternative experience of Amsterdam, away from the tourist traps. The area is not as pretty as '… More 

    Reviewed 21 Aug 2019

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    claire_lankester
    Ipswich, United Kingdom

    Weekend away for 4 ladies
    Apr 2019

    Couldn’t recommend more, perfect location, easy to find and would defiantly stay again. Close enough to get into the city centre easily. We loved the quirky style to this houseboat and the own… More 

    Reviewed 15 Apr 2019

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    A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

    An absolute Gem!
    Oct 2018

    If you don’t fancy being dead in the centre, but still 20 min walk from the centre, this is a lovely place to stay. Lovely hosts, property had everything we needed and hosts returned messages wi… More 

    Reviewed 29 Oct 2018

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    Review 1-5 of 6

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