Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!
About this docked boat rental
Our unique houseboat with 3 bedrooms and a large garden is located at a lovely island close to the centre of Amsterdam (12 min by train) and the famous Zaanse Schans! Ideal to enjoy a relaxed holiday and be so close to all the famous attractions! The space This unique houseboat is located at a small island near all the famous tourist attractions (such as the Zaanse Schans and Amsterdam city centre). Due to the central location and nearness of a train station, the houseboat is an excellent start to explore the area. The houseboat is very spacious and bright (6 people can stay here very comfortably), has a very large and sunny garden and a sunny floating terrace (both private). There is a beautiful nature conservation area close by (at only 2 minutes walking distance, which is also accessible by boat or canoe). Enjoying your holiday at this houseboat will be a truly unique experience! We are sure that you will be very comfortable and will feel at home when you stay here! Guest access The houseboat has a large and sunny living room. It has large windows on either side, which provide a view to the private garden on one side, and the canal on the other. The spacious and fully equipped kitchen (including a dish washer) adjoins the living room. There are three bedrooms. The master bedroom is located downstairs (which is below the water level, a unique experience in itself). The second bedroom is located upstairs, and is a bright and comfortable room with a view on the canal. The third bedroom has a lovely view at the garden, and a door which leads to the floating terrace. There are 2 double beds and 2 single beds present. If needed, a third single bed can be arranged for (if so, please contact me before you make your reservation). You can enjoy a private bathroom with a luxurious shower (steam bath, water jets, etc.). There is also a separate toilet. There are a washing and drying machine available. A large TV (42 inch) and free WIFI are available. Interaction with guests We truly believe staying at our houseboat will be a unique experience! We are very happy to explain to you the nicest places to go to, and help you on your way. We want to make your stay a lovely experience. We are sure you will feel at home, and if there are any requests, feel free to ask. We have bikes which can be used at a compensation of 10 euros per bike for your total stay. We have two canoes and a small boat, which can be used at a compensation of 10 euros for your total stay each. Bikes, canoes and the boat can be arranged at arrival.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Zaandam
Docked boat in Zaandam
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(27 Reviews)
5.0
We enjoyed our stay in this cosy houseboat with its nice garden, boat and bicycles. There is a very helpful folder with recommendations for cafés/restaurants as well as suggestions for sightseeing tours close-by etc. Communication with Anouk was very easy. I can highly recommend this little juwel of a houseboat.
5.0
The houseboat was such a treat! We loved the views from the living room of the canal and garden with lots of wildlife! The floating patio was fun and we enjoyed taking the little electric boat out to the nature preserve for gorgeous sunsets and windmills!! It was a struggle to ride the bikes to Amsterdam, but we are glad we did! Our host was wonderful!! Highly recommend!!
5.0
From start to finish, we loved this property and location. It is beautiful as shown in pictures with a lovely yard on one side and delightful canal on the other. Anouk is a dream to work with and so considerate and responsive. We enjoyed the bikes and and the electric boat. The entire experience was relaxing and unique. We will be back!!!
5.0
It’s impossible to overstate what a wonderful and unique property this is, it felt like a once in a lifetime experience! The docked boat on the canal was an added bonus for drinks and views!
If you are arriving by taxi I would recommend directing them to the nearby parking lot as ours had some trouble, but directing subsequent drivers to the parking lot was extremely easy. (Tip: use Bolt instead of Uber)
Anouk is an absolutely wonderful host - responsive and left extremely detailed instructions. I highly recommend taking one of the bikes to the nearby windmills.
Our only regret it that we couldn’t stay longer! Pictures do not do the location or property justice. Thank you Anouk for an unforgettable stay! ❤️
5.0
We loved staying here. We were looking for a unique experience/place to stay while we were in Amsterdam and this was PERFECT. Highly recommend if the craziness of Amsterdam night life may not be your thing.
5.0
Beautiful,and exactly as stated in the information on Vrbo.
Our host Anouk was always available ,and so helpful with anything we wanted to organise . Would highly recommend using the bikes to visit the surrounding area which is lovely.
5.0
Very nice, a bit out of the city
Very nice houseboat. Well kept. Nice garden for sitting in. Very quiet area. Only a 10 minute walk to the train station (directions to find the houseboat we’re excellent). Very responsIve to questions. Having the bikes was perfect to visit Zaanse Schanse. If you plan to spend all your time in Amsterdam be aware of the train schedule being twice an hour on weekends.
5.0
Wonderful!
Everything was as stated in the listing—and even better in person
5.0
My son and I stayed at Anook's houseboat for four days in May 2022. We had been staying in a loft in the heart of London for the previous four days and wanted something completely different. The houseboat was in the ideal location for touring and so peaceful to come home to in the evening. I can honestly say Anook had the best information folder of anywhere we have ever stayed. From running the dishwasher to directions to the nearest grocery shop. When you don't speak the language even operating the washing machine is difficult. We loved our stay and would not hesitate to recommend the beautiful houseboat.
5.0
Me and my son
My son and I stayed at Anook's houseboat for four days in May 2022. We had been staying in a loft in the heart of London for the previous four days and wanted something completely different. The houseboat was in the ideal location for touring and so peaceful to come home to in the evening. I can honestly say Anook had the best information folder of anywhere we have ever stayed. From running the dishwasher to directions to the nearest grocery shop. When you don't speak the language even operating the washing machine is difficult. We loved our stay and would not hesitate to recommend the beautiful houseboat.
5.0
Idyll vor den Toren der Metropole
Hausboot und Garten sind wunderschön, größer als wir dachten und toll ausgestattet. Man ist schnell in Amsterdam oder am Strand, aber noch schöner ist es eigentlich, vor Ort die Zeit zu vertrödeln oder ein Ründchen mit dem Elektroboot zu drehen. Vielleicht ist es für den ein oder anderen nützlich, vorab zu wissen, dass das Hausboot recht hellhörig ist. Uns hat es nicht gestört.
5.0
Bonnes prestations
Parfait
5.0
Goed contact met de verhuurder. Woonboot was schoon, goede locatie, extra's opties met bootje varen en fietsen huren erg fijn!
Zeker een aanrader!
5.0
Hele fijne woonboot
Goed contact met de verhuurder. Woonboot was schoon, goede locatie, extra's opties met bootje varen en fietsen huren erg fijn!
Zeker een aanrader!
5.0
Wundervolle Oase
Dieses Hausboot ist wundervoll. Es ist top ausgerüstet, hat viele Extras (Kanus, Elektroboot, Fahrräder, Grill, ...) und liegt optimal für Ausflüge in die Umgebung oder nach Amsterdam (in 20 Minuten mit dem Zug).
Eine richtige Oase mit allem, was man sich wünschen kann.
Wir wurden zudem durch Anouk bestens betreut und das Infomaterial im Hauboot lässt keine Wünsche offen.
Wir waren mit dem Auto angereist, brauchten dieses aber die ganze Woche nicht, da alles zu Fuss, mit dem Fahrrad oder mit dem Zug erreichbar war.
5.0
Tolles Hausboot
Ideale Lage für Ausflüge sowohl nach Amsterdam als auch an die Küste. Wunderschönes sauberes großes Hausboot mit Garten, in dem alles vorhanden war (Spülmittel, Handseife, Klopapier, Zewas, Alufolie...). Die Nutzung der Fahrräder war praktisch für die Erkundung der näheren Umgebung. Begrüßung mit Wein, Stroopwaffeln und frischen Blumen auf dem Tisch !
Sehr unkomplizierte nette und hilfreiche Kommunikation mit der Vermieterin. DANKE!!!
5.0
Perfect place to rest and to enjoy holland
We would like to come back.
The houseboat is very beautiful and very close from the train station and the shops.
Thank you Hanouk.
5.0
We had a wonderful time staying here. It was a nice peaceful place to stay after the hustle of Amsterdam. The location was a short walk from the station which was easy to navigate. Would love to come back.
5.0
So relaxing
We had a wonderful time staying here. It was a nice peaceful place to stay after the hustle of Amsterdam. The location was a short walk from the station which was easy to navigate. Would love to come back.
5.0
Hausboot
Die Räumlichkeiten sind sehr charmant. Die Lage abseits vom Trubel Amsterdams war wohltuend. Die Verkehrsanbindung in die Stadt ist sehr gut. Ich würde es jedereit wieder buchen.
5.0
Absolutely loved this property and location. Although not right in Amsterdam, it was easy to access by train. The property is in a beautiful setting and the owner was very helpful. We are a family of 5, including two 16 year old's and a 21 year old. We had plenty of room. The property was well maintained and a true pleasure to stay at. Thank you for a great time.
5.0
Boathouse
Absolutely loved this property and location. Although not right in Amsterdam, it was easy to access by train. The property is in a beautiful setting and the owner was very helpful. We are a family of 5, including two 16 year old's and a 21 year old. We had plenty of room. The property was well maintained and a true pleasure to stay at. Thank you for a great time.
5.0
Wunderbare Unterkunft zum Wohlfühlen mit ganz besonderem Fl air.
Das Hausboot liegt sehr idyllisch etwas abseits von Amsterdam, ist mit der Bahn aber superschnell zu erreichen. Es ist gemütlich eingerichtet und sehr geräumig mit 3 individuellen Schlafzimmern und einem großen hellen Wohnzimmer mit offener Küche. Auf der Kanalseite kann man das Boots-Feeling genießen, auf der anderen Seite wiederum den wundervollen großen Garten mit Grillmöglichkeit. Im Schuppen stehen Fahrräder zur Verfügung, die man günstig mieten kann. Sie sind etwas niedrig für große Leute, aber sehr gut in Schuss. Wir hatten mit 6 Personen viel Platz und haben den Kurzurlaub sehr genossen. Anouk ist sehr freundlich. Vielen Dank für die schöne Zeit.
5.0
Das Hausboot war sehr sauber und hat eine tolle Lage
Das Hausboot ist sehr gemütlich eingerichtet und wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Es war alles vorhanden was man gebraucht hat.Es ist Platz für 6 Personen. Es gibt 1 Badezimmer u. 1Toilette,die aber getrennt sind. Der Fussweg zur Bahn dauert ca. 15 Min. und mit dem Zug ist man schnell in Amsterdam Centraal. Die Lage ist sehr schön. Man kann bei schönem Wetter auch grillen, es ist alles vorhanden.Die Vermieterin Anouk war auch sehr lieb, und bei Problemen hätten wir sie jederzeit anrufen können. Also wir können das Hausboot nur weiterempfehlen denn wir haben hier schöne Tage verbracht.
4.0
Schöner Urlaub
Unterkunft entsprach unseren Erwartungen, empfehlenswert, gute Lage für Ausflüge, Organisation bestens
5.0
Oase der Ruhe
Wir haben drei wunderbare Tage auf demnHausboot verbracht, das mit allem ausgestattet ist zum rundherum wohlfühlen. Die Nähe zum Bahnhof und damit die direkte Anbindung nach Amsterdam Central haben alles abgerundet. Vielen Dank an Anouk!
5.0
Sehr schönes Hausboot. Super Lage. Top gepflegt. Sehr nette Gastgeber!!
Das Hausboot ist sehr groß und modern eingerichtet sowie top gepflegt. Es sind zwei Einzel- und zwei Doppelbetten vorhanden. Die Küche alles, Geschirrspüler und Waschmaschine vorhanden. In ein paar Minuten ist man zu Fuß am Bahnhof, 15 min. Bis Amsterdam Centraal. Ein Ruderboot und Fahrräder sind ebenfalls vorhanden. Alles in allem ist das Hausboot ohne Einschränkungen weiterzuempfehlen. Und Anouk als Gastgeberin war sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich.
Wir kommen bestimmt wieder!
5.0
We would recommend the houseboat, the location and the friendly hostess Anouk who helped make our stay a nice experience.
5.0
A very enjoyable stay in the spacious, clean and modern houseboat set in a peaceful location.
We would recommend the houseboat, the location and the friendly hostess Anouk who helped make our stay a nice experience.
5.0
A unique get away at a few minutes from Amsterdam!
We are so happy we found this perfect houseboat to spend our holiday in! It's a perfect hide away, very close to the direct train to Amsterdam centre (taking about 15 minutes), and it has the feel of a nature area!
We were so happy to go back to the houseboat after sightseeing in Amsterdam, just relaxing and letting the buzz wear off. Our daughters loved feeding the ducks, and even a couple of swans (!) in the morning. Our tip to the next guests: biking to the Zaanse Schans! There's a really nice cycle tour available, it's really worth while.
The houseboat itself is very comfortable and clean, we stayed with 5 people and it's very spacious and bright. Supermarkets are closeby, and make sure you go to "De Toog", it's probably the best place we ate during our stay, very atmospheric and at only 5 minutes walking!
We highly recommend staying at this beautiful houseboat and we will come back next year to spend more time! Thanks for everything! :)
FAQs
How much does this docked boat cost compared to others in Zaandam?
The average price for a rental in Zaandam is $91 per night. This rental is $479 above the average.
Is parking included with this docked boat?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this docked boat?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this docked boat. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this docked boat is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony / patio.
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