Jordan Deck House on Prinsengracht + Private terrace

Be welcome aboard our cozy studio on the houseboat. It's a very special place that I would describe as both charming and inspiring. Overlooking the world famous Prinsengracht you will feel like a true local. The location is absolutely triple-A, in the middle of the Jordaan area, and the iconic church 'Noorderkerk' right across the water. Although the deck house (the space where the skipper used to live) is not very big, you will have everything you need during your visit to our city.

After arriving at Central Station, it's only a 15 minute walk through the buzzing and wonderful Jordaan area. Or you take a taxi from Schiphol Airport of course, this is on average a 25 minute ride. From the quay you get aboard your private part of the houseboat via the gangway, after which you first see your private terrace. This is without a doubt one of the coolest places you can imagine to enjoy your fist cup of coffee and make plans for an inspiring day in town.

Ancient but comfortable

Now let's descend into your private space in the front of our former freight ship, over 100 years of age but still going strong. In our rented part of the ship you will get all the comfort you would expect in a modern apartment, yet with the nautical character of a real ship. I especially like the characteristic wooden floor, combined with vintage Portugese tiles, and various portholes that are dotted around the side of the ships' hull.

Via the custom built stairs you enter the studio with a convenient lounge corner and table set to enjoy breakfast. We don't offer a fully equipped kitchen because we notice that most guests are not planning to cook at home after all, and space aboard any ship is kind of limited. However, we do offer a refrigerator, water cooker, coffee maker and microwave. We are more than happy to share our favorite restaurants and bars nearby!

Light and bright

Apart from the portholes, there are also various windows that let in lots of light to ensure a light and bright atmosphere aboard the place. So even though a severe part of the living area is below water level and the space is not very big, we have managed to create a pleasant ambiance. You will be sleeping in the very front of the ship, without a doubt one of the coziest places you ever slept!

If you decide to come with more than 2 persons (and you don't mind bumping into each other) the sofa in the living area can be turned into a comfortable double bed.

You will have full privacy in your part of the boat. There is one door that leads to our part ( I live on the other side of the boat), but this is closed and well insulated. The other door in the studio leads to the bathroom, conveniently designed with a sink, shelves, toilet and shower.

Conveniently located

The location could not be more central. Right in the middle of the Jordaan Area, with the Brouwersgracht (multiple times awarded as the most beautiful canal in Amsterdam) and the majestic Keizersgracht just around the corner. The Anne Franks House and Westerkerk are only minutes walking away. And maybe the best thing about this our place: the world famous Apple Pie-place 'Winkel' is located right across the canal ;-)

Some final words before you book

Boat is not suitable for the people with the balance and/or mobility issues or for the people that cant swim. Also keep in mind that you have to be strong enough to get your suitcases in and out of the boat trough the narrow entrance and down the stairs.

Last but not least we want to let you know that we warmly welcome guests aboard from all over the world. However, we are not a party place whatsoever. If you break any of our reasonable house rules (no smoking inside, no drugs of any kind, no loud music and party on the terrace, no visitors) we will have to tell you to leave at once, without any refund. I thought it would be better to be clear about this before you book, to avoid disappointment at a later stage. We have a good relationship with our neighbors and we like to keep it that way. Thanks for understanding!

Cheapest (and fastest) way from Schiphol airport to us is to take a train to Amsterdam Central Station and then walk to the boat. Train stop is inside the airport and its a 15-20 min ride.
After arriving at Central Station, it's only a 15 minute walk through the buzzing and wonderful Haarlemmer straat to the corner with Prinsengracht and then down the Prinsengracht to the boat. Or you can take a taxi from Schiphol Airport of course, this is on average a 25 minute ride.
If you are arriving by car best thing to do is to leave it in a public garage during your stay. Parking around the boat is very pricey and difficult to find ( boat does not have its own parking spot)

Does the Jordaan Area need any further recommendations? Well, it's interesting to know that this used to be the poor man's neighborhood, nothing to be proud of. These days are over. Nowadays the Jordaan is the most popular and buzzing area's in town. Not in the least because the many amazing buildings, dating back to the golden age and giving the city the character that it's famous for.

Within a few minutes walking you will find more restaurants and bars than you can visit in a month, and many points of interest are really nearby. Think of the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk (Western Church), the Noorderker (Northern Church right across the canal) and the weekly organic market that is held every Saturday next to the Noorderkerk. 

From the Jordaan it's very easy to get into town thanks to a superb public transport connection. This ensures that you can reach literally every corner of the city within an hour, and most places within 30 minutes.