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Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!

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A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a small bedside table, a potted plant, a radiator, and a window with a view of greenery.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a white door, and a view into a living area with a TV and a dining table.
A serene pond with swans and their cygnets, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden dock.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Zaandam, North Holland
  • Place, Molenmuseum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cultureel Centrum Bullekerk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Anne Frank House
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Zaandam

Located in Zaandam, this houseboat 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 and Flower Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Olympic Stadium or Johan Cruyff Arena. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Zaandam, North Holland

What's nearby

  • Molenmuseum - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cultureel Centrum Bullekerk - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Dam Square - 17 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Anne Frank House - 18 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Van Gogh Museum - 20 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Koog aan de Zaan Station - 9 min walk
  • Isolatorweg Station - 12 min drive
  • Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Asian BBQ De Zaanse Molen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bamboetuin - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Verrassing aan de Zaan - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zaanse Koffie - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central! located?

This family-friendly Zaandam houseboat is located on the waterfront, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Taets Art Gallery, and within 9 mi (15 km) of NDSM Werf and Holland Casino Amsterdam West. Nemo Science Museum and The Amsterdam VOC ship are also within 12 miles (20 km). Koog aan de Zaan Station is 9 minutes by foot and Zaandam Kogerveld Station is 20 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house boat. Beautiful location. Great communication from host.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay at this property!Anouk was very quick to answer any questions we had and a perfect host. The location was an easy walk to the train for day trips into Amsterdam. The bikes were an added bonus for a ride to see the windmills. We loved coming back to the peace and quiet of the house after our adventures. Would highly recommend this property! Thank you Anouk!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thought the houseboat was wonderful, with magical views on both sides. There is a beautiful private garden at the front, and obviously the view out to the canal behind. It is well equipped, spacious, and great to live in. After some busy days in Amsterdam, and Zaandam, it was brilliant to return to the peace and quiet. Traveling was easy with the station so close. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The houseboat was amazing! So peaceful in a beautiful setting, with lush greenscapes and and waterfowl of all kinds. There was even a pretty kitty wandering the docks. We had everything we needed to make our stay a great experience. Anouk provided a very informative book that was of great help with navigating the area. I would like to mention there are very narrow steps to the downstairs bedroom which were navigable for two of us but not so much the others. Overall, a 5 star rating!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property and the host was very good communicating before and during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Unique Experience

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

Family holiday in a houseboat

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Our family stayed at Anouk's lovely houseboat during a recent trip to the Netherlands to visit family. The boat is well maintained, comfortable and clean. The location is very accessible to the train and to amenities in Zaandam. No matter how busy the day, the beauty and comfort of the houseboat always made for a relaxing return. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect Vacation!!

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!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic getaway close to Amsterdam!!

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!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

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

A peaceful, well equipped stay

The house boat is quirky and located in a quiet neighbourhood. We were surprised how far from central Amsterdam we found ourselves to be. We had to spend a lot of time travelling back and forth into Amsterdam. We could not find a microwave, which was a surprising omission. Some of the information in the welcome pack in the houseboat needs updating. The recommendation for the de Toog restaurant was fantastic and we ate there twice - enjoying excellent and reasonably priced meals.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very happy with our stay in Anouk's charming houseboat. The location is just a few minutes' walk to the nearby train stop to get to Amsterdam. The train to Central Station is only 15 minutes. It was great to avoid the traffic and commotion of the big city, but to be able to get there quickly to see the sites.The houseboat was very clean and spacious. The enclosed yard is nice, and there are bikes and kayaks available for use. I biked to the nearby grocery store when we needed supplies. We also spent a day biking around Zaandam, including a trip to the incredible windmills in nearby Zaans Shans. From there, we biked around the countryside on our way back to the houseboat. It was a little chilly so we did not use the kayaks or the electric boat, but maybe next time for those.My wife and I would highly recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for a more quiet visit to the Amsterdam area with the options to use bikes in a smaller town. Lots of fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely and unique experience

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! ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Bootsferien mal anders

Herrlich relaxed Ferien machen unter den Rauch von Amsterdam. Viele Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Nähe. Gute Infrastruktur ! Hat uns an nichts gefehlt. Einfach KLASSE !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Ladies on late birthday tour

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful!

Everything was as stated in the listing—and even better in person
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Bonnes prestations

Parfait
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
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10/10 Excellent

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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!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
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