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Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4131 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Zaandam, North Holland
  • Place, Molenmuseum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Czar Peter House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Zaantheater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪21 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

About this property

Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!

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.

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 30
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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

You need to know

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Zaandam

Located in Zaandam, this houseboat is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Van Gogh Museum and Amsterdam Museum 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. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Zaandam, North Holland

What's nearby

  • Molenmuseum - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cultureel Centrum Bullekerk - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Czar Peter House - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Zaantheater - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Monet Atelier in Zaandam - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪De Zaanse Molen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bamboetuin - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pit - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Eetcafé De Toog - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!?

As of 25 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central! on 5 July 2026 start from NZ$652, 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 Beautiful houseboat at 15 min. from Amsterdam Central!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly houseboat is within 12 mi (20 km) of NDSM Werf, Nemo Science Museum and The Amsterdam VOC ship. National Maritime Museum and The 9 Streets 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

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Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurelia F.

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

Shannon B.

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

Liz L.

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

Kathy F.

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Phil S.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle Q.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anton B.

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

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

Stacey B.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcel S.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

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

Wonderful!

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

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

Helga R.

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

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

marc A.

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

Bonnes prestations

Parfait
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joep J.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatjana K.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric S.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie R.

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerlinde W.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lewis C.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina Z.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martina S.

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.
Verified

8/10 Good

Norbert R.

Schöner Urlaub

Unterkunft entsprach unseren Erwartungen, empfehlenswert, gute Lage für Ausflüge, Organisation bestens
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Anouk de Haas

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English, German, Dutch
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