Floating Castle with Garden and Sauna

Your host Rob is a true 'waterman'. He has worked as a ship constructor for decades and put all his love into the dream that he just realized: building the perfect houseboat and welcome guests from all over the world. Rob lives on a separate part of the very well insulated houseboat, so you have all the privacy you can possibly ask for. The boat has central heating in every room so you are sure to be comfortably warm all year round, even on the coldest winter days.

You can feel the love for detail when you walk through the Floating Castle. It has a all the amenities and convenience of a high-end apartment, with the big difference that you will experience the excitement of staying on the water. Especially because all the rooms on both floors have water view, creating a very light and bright atmosphere. The Queen size beds are really comfortable, ensuring a great night rest.

A truly unique feature is the huge amount of outdoor space that this floating castle has to offer. In the garden you will find a cozy table to have a nice drink or smoke, or enjoy breakfast or diner (why not organize a nice BBQ?!) during the summer time. The sauna is available all year round - especially during the winter it is really awesome to dive into the cold water after a sauna session. Highly recommended! 

The location is perfect for guests who want to be away from the tourist masses, yet be close to the city centre. It takes you just a few minutes to get to the Amsterdam Tower (a must-visit), Film Museum Eye (amazing lunch served here, and what a view over the water!) and the free ferry that takes you to Amsterdam Central Station 24/7 for free. On request your host can take you on a guided tour by boat - yes, he is a true captain!

There are 2 free bikes available, on request the host can arrange more bikes for you so you can get around easily from the moment you arrive. And another good thing to know is that you are very close to the wide open fields North of Amsterdam, absolutely great to make a nice bike tour to natural park 'Het Twiske' or Zaanstad with the famous windmills.

About Amsterdam North, where the boat is located. This is may be less known then the inner city, but it is without a doubt the most buzzing part of Amsterdam. It offers a great variety of artistic places such as the NDSM Wharf, Pllek and Tolhuistuin with its countless festivals, markets, concerts and other great activities all year round. Furthermore  you have to visit the Amsterdam Tower (with the exciting swing on the roof - amazing views over the whole city) and lunch at the water side terrace of the Eye Film Museum. Take the free ferry and you are in the city centre within minutes. So we dare to say that we offer the best of both worlds: Amsterdam at its best!

Don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions - always glad to help. Look forward to welcome you aboard!