Enjoy the liberty and tranquility on the water. Close to Amsterdam

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4376.7 sq ft

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Parking available
Barbecue grill
Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Lake view

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Amsterdam, NH

Passenger Terminal Amsterdam
‪6 min drive‬
ARTIS
‪8 min drive‬
Dam Square
‪12 min drive‬
Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

About this property

The boat rocks gently and sometimes a bit more. Very relaxing and private. Everything you need is on board. Being on the water doesn’t take special skills but it helps if you are able to manouvre on and of the ship. It is a bit of an adventure and certanly not a everyday kind of stay

Property manager

Casey

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Spanish

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Pool

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Parking available

Lake view

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Min leeftijd is 8 jaar. Jonger dan 8, overleg!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

NO PAPER OF ANY KIND IN TOILET

Be kind for the environment

Entering the jetty and entrance to the houseboat is on your own risk

Important information

You need to know

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

This property accepts cash

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Amsterdam

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Amsterdam North, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam. The area's natural beauty can be seen at ARTIS and Vondelpark, while Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ziggo Dome or Johan Cruyff Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Amsterdam, NH

What's nearby

Passenger Terminal Amsterdam - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
ARTIS - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
Anne Frank House - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
Dam Square - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
Van Gogh Museum - 15 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

Amsterdam Muiderpoort Station - 7 min drive
Zuiderzeeweg Stop - 17 min walk
Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Espressofabriek - ‬17 min walk
‪Restaurant Cafe De Oceaan - ‬6 min drive
‪Kaap Amsterdam - ‬5 min drive
‪Bluey’s Coffee & Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
‪Joyce Toko - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Enjoy the liberty and tranquility on the water. Close to Amsterdam have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Enjoy the liberty and tranquility on the water. Close to Amsterdam pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy the liberty and tranquility on the water. Close to Amsterdam?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy the liberty and tranquility on the water. Close to Amsterdam?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy the liberty and tranquility on the water. Close to Amsterdam located?

Located in Amsterdam North, this houseboat is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Het Ij and within 3 miles (5 km) of De Gooyer Windmill and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam. WONDR Experience and Oosterpark are also within 3 miles (5 km). Zuiderzeeweg Stop is 17 minutes by foot and Bob Haarmslaan Stop is 23 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

30 Dec 2024

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

Great Stay

We loved it there , recommending definitely

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

2 Nov 2024

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

Awesome host and location!

The boat was well maintained and very clean. Casey is a wonderful host. We shared some wine and Dutch cheese and watched the sunset from the boat platform. Enjoyed every minute of our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel O.

8 Jan 2025

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

We will come back

The houseboat has everything you need, even if it might take a little getting used to at the beginning. Despite the bad weather with lots of rain and snow, we were very comfortable inside thanks to the heating.Casey is always available if you need anything.The city center can be reached in a 15-minute uber ride

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael P.

27 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Boat trip

Was fine. We enjoyd the trip. Would be there anytime again

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aurelie L.

25 Jul 2024

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

Trip at Amsterdam

We had a great first experience living on a boat for our trip at Amsterdam in this nice and quite little village and so close to Amsterdam. We have really enjoyed to be so close to the visit and to have quite evenings on the boat. Such a great experience to do again in the future, 100%…

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Markus F.

3 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Never slept so well

Casey ist ein wunderbarer Gastgeber. Freundlich und hilfsbereit. Staying on his boat is a bit like glamping on the water. The small bathroom takes some getting used to, but you get along well with it. We would not hesitate to holiday there again. The location very close to the city is perfect.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola A.

27 Aug 2024

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

very nice, special experience

Lovely location, place with a lot of charm, very helpful owner, always ready to assist. One should just be aware of what it means to be on a boat- no real cooking possible, just microwave but works fine. Excellent supermarket nearby, quiet lovely surrounding in the countryside though within easy reach of the city center. The only slight nuisance (to me) was the high- voltage line nearby bit other than that great experience- thank you so much!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna C.

30 Aug 2023

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Beautiful experience and a super friendly host

It was our first time in Amsterdam and we were lucky to find Casey and his boat. The accommodation was near enough to the center and Casey was very helpful with tips and suggestions for our days in the city. Plus, you can swim just stepping out of your bed!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Y. E.

2 Jun 2024

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

Cosy houseboat

Casey was an amazing host. He explained everything and gave us a lot of tips for our Amsterdam trip. The house boat is an old lady from the 1960s with a lot of Charme and character and peculiarities- you have to treat it carefully. It was an amazing experience.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hell-g

4 Aug 2024

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

Our Wonderful Week on the Amsterdam Houseboa

We would like to express our heartfelt thanks for the wonderful week we spent on the houseboat in Amsterdam. The boat is not only beautifully designed but also perfectly situated – just about 30 minutes to reach the vibrant city center of Amsterdam (a short tram ride and a little walk), while still being surrounded by idyllic nature and just a stone's throw away from a cozy little town. Whether it was a bike tour, a refreshing dip in the water, or enjoying the hustle and bustle of the city – our week flew by. Our host was incredibly warm and took care of all our needs. It was truly a fantastic holiday, and we will definitely book the boat again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

19 May 2024

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A unique adventure with a charming host!

We enjoyed two days and nights on this lovely houseboat just outside of Amsterdam center. Our host made everything easy with impeccable communication. The houseboat itself was a fun adventure and we so enjoyed being gently rocked to sleep while listening to the breeze, the waves, and night birds. The view of Amsterdam at night was magnificent. Casey was a wonderful host - attentive, engaging, and friendly. All in all, this was a fantastic experience and we would definitely stay here again if we were coming to Amsterdam. Thank you, Casey!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

25 Apr 2024

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An experience of it's own :)

We had such a fabulous time here! It's small quarters because it's a boat... somewhat of a camper feeling. Being on the water and feeling the boat rocking is so relaxing. Casey was so, so kind and helpful. He thinks of everything- he showed us good places to go in town, explained how to get there on the tram, provided bikes as an option for travel, and even had motion sickness pills available for seasickness. When we ran into a small snag with the accommodations, he came over immediately to help. We definitely recommend staying here if you like adventure and new experiences. :)

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juka

5 Apr 2024

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Unique and memorable experience

We had a lovely experience staying on the houseboat! The decor was vintage and cozy, we felt immediatly at home. Casey, the host, was very friendly, forecoming and always open to our needs. We spent a week as a 4-person family in Amsterdam. For such a group the space on the boat is tight, but manageable. We were, however, thoroughly informed about that beforehand. The location of the boat was in a very quiet area, which is wonderful to escape the hectic of the city. The only downside is, that it takes at least 15 minutes to get to the closest public transport by foot, unless you call yourself a taxi/uber/bolt, as Casey actually recommended. Overall it was a very enjoyable stay and we came back home with a unique and memorable experience. We absolutly recommend this stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bettina G.

11 Aug 2023

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

Cozy, relaxing place

Casey’s boat is a very cozy and fun place to stay. We stayed there with three people and enjoyed every minute of it. The quiet place and gentle swaying of the boat will let you get a great night’s sleep. There is no cooking in the kitchen, but it has a fridge, tea and coffee, and plenty of other ways to prepare a light meal. The bathroom is bigger than the ones I have seen on boats this size. It has a beautiful half tub and works just like on other boats. The elevated middle room where you enter functions as the living room. We played games there- it was spacious for us and cozy. You can sunbathe outside on top of the yacht or enjoy the atmosphere from a lazy boy seat on deck. Casey is very responsive and generous when/if you need something and gladly gives you information about plenty of things to do in the area. Amsterdam is not far and a great destination for the day. Weather depending there may be an opportunity for you to go on a boat ride in your boat with Casey as the captain. You can tell that he wants you to have a wonderful stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

2 Jan 2024

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Unique Amsterdam New Year's adventure on the water

The boat is ideally situated, about a 10-15 minute Uber ride from the city center. There's a really nice grocery store and restaurant within a 15-20 minute walk along the water. The highlight of our stay was the view of fireworks along the city skyline. It was a cozy and relatively quiet way to ring in the new year. The accommodations itself were really comfortable! It was winter, so obviously it was a bit chilly, but we bundled up and the boat's heater kept us comfortable. Quarters were a bit tight especially in the bathroom, which was expected, but everything worked well and the water was hot. Casey's attention to detail and communication added an extra layer of convenience to our trip. He picked us up from Amsterdam Central station, which was especially helpful with our luggage. Throughout our stay, Casey remained communicative, ensuring that we had everything we needed and provided great recommendations. In summary, it was a lovely and unique experience overall. If you're looking for a memorable and cozy retreat in Amsterdam, with a host who goes above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable, Casey's boat is the perfect choice. We would highly recommend this VRBO listing for a one-of-a-kind adventure on the water.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jack M.

27 Mar 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

5 Feb 2025

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

Süßes, kleines Hausboot

Es war alles in Ordnung.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

justine p.

1 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

parfait pour un week-end

petit bateau à quelques minutes du centre d’amsterdam en tram. endroit très propre et fidèle aux photos.nous recommandons pour un petit week-end à 2 !

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

9 Dec 2024

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

Séjour dépaysant !

Très agréable et original ! 2 nuits passées sur le bateau de Casey, nous avons adoré dormir bercés par les vagues. Casey prend le temps de tout expliquer et se rend disponible s'il y'a le moindre problème avec le logement. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir aux beaux jours :) A bientôt Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin S.

2 Sept 2024

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Unvergessliche Zeit!

Perfekt um mal dem Alltag zu entfliehen. Wir haben die Zeit auf dem Boot sehr genossen. Noch schöner als auf den Fotos. Und Cees ist unglaublich nett und hilfsbereit. Wir werden wiederkommen!!!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Damaris R.

18 Aug 2024

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Familienkurztrip in Amsterdam

Casey ist ein sehr freundlicher, hilfsbereiter Gastgeber! Es war ein schöner, ereignisreicher Kurzurlaub in Amsterdam. Das Hausboot befindet sich in einer schönen Lage mit einem tollen Landmarket in der Nähe mit superleckerem Essen!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorit K.

16 Jul 2024

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Gemütliches Boot am Rande der Stadt

Wir haben unsere Zeit auf dem Wasser und in der Stadt sehr genossen. Eine gute Mischung zwischen Trubel im bunten Amsterdam und Ruhe auf dem Boot mit sanftem Schaukeln. Es ist alles vorhanden, was man braucht auf engstem Raum. Zu Fuß und mit den Öffis braucht man ca. 30 min bis zum Bahnhof. Casey haben wir als sehr symphatischen und umsichtigen Gastgeber kennengelernt. Vielen Dank!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharina V.

23 Jun 2024

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Großartiger Trip

Das Boot ist wunderschön, der Vermieter sehr freundlich. Es war ein wunderschöner Trip

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natascha S.

16 Jun 2024

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Super Aufenthalt

Es war sehr schön, sehr netter Kontakt und ein niedliches Boot.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

2 Jun 2024

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Besonderes Erlebnis

Wir haben ein Wochenende auf dem Boot verbracht und waren durchweg begeistert. Alles war super! Es war sauber, ordentlich und wirklich gemütlich. Unser Gastgeber Casey gab uns eine Einweisung in die Besonderheiten und gab uns außerdem ein paar Ausflugstipps für Amsterdam an die Hand. Es fehlte uns an nichts. In unmittelbarer Nähe gibt es alles was man benötigt. Es bleibt nur noch zu sagen: Danke, Casey! Danke, dass du uns und anderen Gästen dieses tolle Erlebnis möglich machst!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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English, German, Spanish, Dutch

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1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Living Room 1

Living Room 2

1 bathroom

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