Oasis Houseboat
A quiet oasis in the centre of Amsterdam
Excellent! 5/5
Houseboat highlights
- Located on a small, peaceful canal
- Located in the historic heart of Amsterdam
- Comfortable, inviting and spacious
- A real home away from home
- Easy access to museums, shops, cafes, transport
Houseboat summary
This light and airy houseboat is a complete floating apartment, located on the Raamgracht, right in the middle of the historic city centre of Amsterdam. Most of the interesting tourist attractions are within about 1.5 kilometer radius.
Houseboat description
Live like a local
This houseboat is perfect for singles or a couple. There is a fold-out sofa bed in the lounge room for 2 extra guests (conditions apply). The houseboat is situated on the beautiful Raamgracht, a quiet location in the centre of this hectic city.
This one bedroom, 44-square-metre houseboat is furnished for a comfortable stay. There is a lounge room, fully equipped open-plan kitchen, and a separate bedroom with double bed. The bathroom has a bath and shower. And of course there is a flat-screen TV, stereo, Wi-Fi, central heating, a Nespresso machine, dishwasher etc.
Location
The Raamgracht, near the Nieuwmarkt, is in the heart of Amsterdam. Everything is literally within walking distance! The Stopera, the Hermitage, Rembrandt House, 2 supermarkets, shops, cafes and restaurants are in the direct neighbourhood. China Town is about five minutes walk with a variety of Asian restaurants and take-aways. The Rijksmuseum, the Stedelijk, and the Van Gogh museum are about 1 km away.
The Raamgracht is an attractive, quiet oasis in the centre of this busy thriving city. There is little traffic, just boats, bikes and the occasional swan that pass by. The metro station is just around the corner, making it easy to transfer from and to the airport via Central Station.
Details
Location
Distances
Airport
10 km
Bar
0.1 km
Night club
0.5 km
Restaurant
0.2 km
Super market
0.3 km
Train station
1 km
How to get there
It's a 10-15 minute walk from the train station, Amsterdam Central Station, to the houseboat. Or a 5-min trip via the metro from Amsterdam CS.
About the area
The Raamgracht is located in the middle of the historic heart of Amsterdam, once part of the broadcloth industry. It is a small, quiet canal in a residential area. But there are 2 supermarkets, lots of cafes, bars and restaurants located in the immediate neighbourhood. It is close to a number of museums, and the Dam is about 10 minutes walk away.
Houseboat owner
Jennie
Originally from Australia, I am a glass artist, and I have been living in Amsterdam for over 30 years.
9 Reviews - Oasis Houseboat
Excellent! 5/5
Shez W - England
13 Apr
Location, Location, Location!
Vicki B - the United States
05 Sep
Lovely Haven
Heather S - England
27 Mar
What a wonderful place
Graham M - England
15 Mar
Quiet but perfect location, fantastic space.
Heskat - England
05 Mar
Great place!