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Brueghel - Super Central Houseboat

Picture yourself aboard a houseboat, just 3 minutes walking from Central Station...

Excellent! 4.6/5 (23 reviews)

BOOKA CARE

  • Your money is safe, we pay your host 2 days after check-in.
  • 100% refund in the unlikely event the host cancels.
  • Changing booking details is always free.
  • Access to urgent phone line during your booking.
  • Book Co2 positive, we compensate 3 times more than we emit.
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Houseboat highlights

  1. Lovely 2-person houseboat studio
  2. Just 3 minutes walking from central station
  3. Close to the Red Light District, Dam Square etc
  4. Cool nautical elements + terrace
  5. Private entrance

From our guests

  1. Central, quiet location near Centraal and attractions.
  2. Casper is responsive, helpful, welcoming.
  3. Clean, tidy, cozy; compact but comfortable.
  4. Well-equipped with kitchen, coffee machine, fridge.
  5. Easy check-in; host always reachable.
  6. Outside seating space on quiet cobbled street.

Welcome to your stay

I welcome you aboard this charming private studio on my houseboat, built in 1907 and docked just 3 minutes walking from Central Station. Lots of interesting places are found around the corner, such as the Red Light District, Dam Square, Nieuwmarkt and the Maritime Museum. Still, our harbor is surprisingly quiet and easy going. No tourist masses, just locals living their happy lives. Be one of them!

Explore your stay

The studio is a wonderful getaway for couples who are looking for a charming, clean and cozy home-away-from-home. There is a comfortable double bed, as well as a lounge corner. The couch can be converted to a bed in case you come with 3 persons. The studio is newly decorated but still has some nice original details, such as the portholes and the wooden 100 year old roof panels.



Furthermore there is a kitchenette with a sink and coffee maker. You won’t miss the cooking facilities because of the many great and affordable restaurants within walking distance of the houseboat. A great place to have your first coffee in the morning is the terrace in front of the boat. Here you can enjoy the scenery around the boat, with the wonderful historic houses on one side and the old harbor on the other side.

Last but not least there is also a bathroom with shower and sink.

Now something about the location. The houseboat is docked in a very nice laid back city centre harbor, close to the Central Station. You will find the Jordaan Area on the West side, and the Waterloo Square and Rembrand Square to the South. All the other parts of town are very easy to reach with public transport, and of course by bike. There is a bike rental just around the corner. 

Note that the boat is fully equipped with central heating, so you are assured to be comfortably warm all year round. Your apartment has a private entrance and you don't need to share anything with anyone. 

Hope to have given you the best possible impression, but don’t hesitate to ask if you have any questions - always glad to help!

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Houseboat details

Registration number

0363 51E5 043E 10F6 1E8A

Property type

Moored houseboat

Payment policy

25-75% or 50-50% or 100% (read more)

Cancellation policy

Strict

Security deposit

Not required

Check in/out time

Check in between 15:00 and 19:00.

Check out before 11:00.

Bedrooms

1 Bedroom, 3 Sleeps

Single bed: 3

The bathroom has a shower cabin, toilet and sink for your convenience. In the studio we offer a very comfortable double bed. This double bed can be put apart as two single beds if you want. 

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General information

Paid parking No pets allowed Smoking not allowed

Note that we are docked next to the quay and we have neighbors on the other side. So you don't have direct views over the water from the apartment. The harbor however will certainly give you a very unique nautical feeling.

Outdoor facilities

Terrace / balcony

The ship has a shared terrace in the front of the ship where you can relax an watch the city life pass by.

Heating / cooling

Central heating Electric fans

The boat has central heating so you will be comfortably warm - even on the coldest winter days.

Amenities

Toaster Linen provided Towels provided Hair dryer Dining table & chairs

Entertainment

Internet access WiFi / internet

Location

Panoramic views City views Close to the shops

The boat is docked super central, yet you are assured to have a good night rest thanks to the quiet location. A unique combination!

Holiday type

Nightlife Historic / sightseeing Town / city Family Lake / riverside Romantic Sporting activities

Our houseboat is perfect for those who want to get everything out of their visit to Amsterdam.

Location

Distances

Airport

25 km

Bar

0.1 km

Beach

25 km

Ferry port

1 km

Golf course

5 km

Highway

2 km

Night club

0.5 km

Restaurant

0.1 km

Super market

0.6 km

Train station

0.3 km

How to get there

Just walk 3 minutes to the East and you will see our harbor right away. Could not be easier.

About the area

Our harbor is one of the oldest in Amsterdam and you can still feel the rich history thanks to the many old ships and the wonderful houses across the street. Although we live pretty much in the middle of town, you will be surprised by the quietness our quay has to offer. The reason it is a dead end where only people who live here come. 

The following places are located within a few minutes walking:

* Central Station

* Zeedijk and Red Light District

* Nieuwmarkt (great bars, restaurants and terraces)

* Hannekes Boom (unique bar with amazing outside terrace, great bears and good food)

* Pollux (really laid back bar, right across the street)

* Nemo Science Museum

* Maritime Museum with a replica of the VOC Ship 'Amsterdam'

* Dam Square

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Houseboat owner

Casper

I live on one of the most wonderful location in Amsterdam, and love you to stay here too!

Response time
Normally within 6-10h
Language spoken
English, Dutch

23 Reviews - Brueghel - Super Central Houseboat

Excellent! 4.6/5

  1. Sarah W - England

    27 Feb

    Unique stay in great location

    My 13 year old son and I loved staying here. The studio is compact but very comfortable and perfectly equipped. Best of all, the location is quiet but just a few minutes walk from all the action. Highly recommend!

  2. Bodo R - Germany

    11 Jul

    Goes so!

    Hello. We were from 05.07. until 09.07.2020 in the small apartment, four of our friends in the big one. Casper greeted us and explained everything to us. In our accommodation there were several buckets and Casper said it could drip a bit if it rained. Unfortunately the weather was rainy and we had to set up several vessels and had a "great" drip concert at night. The toilet seat wiggled like a cow's tail. The location is good. Parking in front of the boat costs €7.50 an hour. A parking garage is (relatively close) costs €20 a day. I find the accommodation too expensive. However, the location is very good. Bodo Ringel

  3. Jason R - England

    02 Jan

    Nice and secure

    Very nice place, close to all amenities, clean and tidy. It needs a booklet on boat ie: pharmacy, local supermarket, local numbers from police to cab. Needs a radio or television.

  4. Isabelle P - Canada

    06 Jul

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    We slept 3 nights in Casper's boat. The location is ideal, everything is close and easy to access. The beds are comfortable. We cooked meals, in addition to eating at a few nearby restaurants. We had a very nice stay at the Brueghel. Thank you Casper for your welcome and your quick responses to our questions. Great experience, we recommend!

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  5. Nancy and George - the United States

    01 Feb

    Highlight of our tour through Europe

    During our two week tour through Europe, our stay in this charming houseboat was an absolute highlight. We have never stayed on a ship before, and did not know what to expect, and we never regretted choosing this Amsterdam houseboat renal for a second. Although it is quite compact, we had everything we needed. Both inside this well renovated houseboat apartment, as well as in the immediate surroundings. Lots of superb local restaurants (no Mc Donalds to be seen, but genuine local places with local prices, loved it) and great bars. Make sure to visit cafe Pollux: great people and amazing atmosphere - prepare for a proper hanger and great memories ;-) 

    We hope to back one day and wish you all the best of love - And know that you have beaten Paris, Barcelona and Bruges!!!

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