Here's the ship Sachsen-Anhalt seen from the Verbindingsdam.
Come sit at your private deck, overlooking the harbour.
Our newly redone interior quirky Dutch design interior
Bath, shower, toilet, wash bassin and underfloor heating
The spacious galley with dishwasher, fridge, Nespresso etc.
Double bed and sofa that can be made into a 180x111cm bed
Hanging chair and hammock to relax. Imagine sitting here with a cosy fire and bbq, overlooking the harbour seeing ships pass by.
This is your new, clean and wel designed home
Public Transport is 100 meters away. The bus will take you to Central Station in 10 minutes, the tram to Museum District takes 15 minutes. Our street has restaurants and shops.
We like to see happy faces!
Your ship has been featured in several international interior design magazines, like InsideOut.
From the sofa you can get up close and personal with Vermeer's "Girl with a pearl earring”.
The speaker table plays your music via Bluetooth or cable
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Sit at the table overlooking life through our large windows
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Imagine sitting here with a cosy fire and bbq, overlooking the harbour seeing ships pass by.
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Sitting on the dock of the bay, watching the tide roll away...
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The ship was built in 1929 and has cruised the river Elbe.
The stern part is yours, we live in the front like neighbors
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Towels and bed linen available
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Large, light and hip ship with roofed terrace

Modern eco friendly houseboat apartment only 10 minutes from central station, in a quiet area

Excellent! 4.9/5 (70 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. Light and large houseboat holiday home
  2. Nearby (take-away) restaurants, bars and shops
  3. Location just outside the buzz
  4. Dutch design and architecture
  5. Roofed terrace overlooking the marina

From our guests

  1. Quiet, peaceful neighborhood away from city bustle
  2. Easy tram, bus, and ferry access
  3. Welcoming hosts share helpful local recommendations
  4. Clean, bright, comfortable, nicely decorated interiors
  5. Unique floating home with spacious living areas
  6. Nearby cafes, shops, bakeries, and restaurants

Welcome to your stay

Central but tranquil, private and light home in the stern of the former cruise ship Sachsen-Anhalt. On this houseboat you'll have a living room with sofa sleeper and a separated bed studio. Plus a galley, bathroom with bathtub and a roofed terrace with fire place overlooking the pier. 

Explore your stay

Welcome aboard! We have a special apartment on our former passenger vessel available. Our newly redone interior is Dutch design and will show you the quirky yet functional culture of the Netherlands. Imagine yourself at the table overlooking the bridge through our large windows (unique for a houseboat!), having breakfast at your private roofed terrace, making plans to eat out at one of the nearby restaurants or going for an architecture walk in the neighbourhood or even a swim in the water that surrounds you!

 
We will be in the front part of the boat, like neighbours. Just let us know if you want some inside info on the Docklands or a secret design or restaurant tip.


Here in the Eastern Docklands you'll find a combination of space and cosy atmosphere. The area was laid out at a scale for the enormous ships traveling to the Dutch East Indies, so you'll feel the most space possible in Amsterdam. Since the docklands were rebuilt as a housing area there's a café in both directions on the south facing quay within 200 meters, next to a bakery, some restaurants, interior- and bookshops, supermarkets and a park. You could stay the day for a trip through the old harbours and modern architecture.

 
Public transport is available within 100m from the ship. Tram 7 will take you to Leidseplein in 15 minutes, bus 43 will take you to Central Station in 10 minutes. Or try a bike? 

Party: If hanging out with your friends on our ship, alcohol and/or soft drugs are your main reason to visit, we advise you to book another house. On our pier you live in between children and our neighbours are sleeping right next to you.

WiFi: We have fast wireless internet

Smoking: Smoking is allowed on the roofed terrace

Parking: Spots are available but pricy. We have a cheap solution if you need to park for a day or more. You will not need a car when visiting Amsterdam.

Sustainable energy: We make all the energy we use ourselves. A heat pump harvests energy from the outdoor temperature and warms the ship and your shower. Solar panels provide electricity. We do not use any gas or other fossil fuel / carbon based energy sources.

Boatlife: Yes you are on a boat. In windy situations you will feel some movement. Most people find this pleasurable.

Boatlife 2: Our waste disposal to the sewage system cannot take wet wipes or anything else than toilet paper.

Amenities: Your bed is made, towels are fresh. We have a blow dryer, iron, shampoo and a toothbrush if you might have forgotten them. The kitchenette has drinking water, fridge, dishwasher and basics like coffee, tea, an egg cooker and milk foamer ready for you to use. You only need to bring your personal belongings.

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Houseboat details

Registration number

0363 18F9 6845 3FAA 1AFB

Property type

Moored houseboat

Payment policy

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

Cancellation policy

Security deposit

$572

Check in/out time

Check in between 14:00 and 23:00.

Check out before 11:00.

Bedrooms

1 Bedroom, 3 Sleeps

  • Queen size beds: 1
  • Sofa bed: 1

In our 40 square meter holiday home, you'll find a separate bed that sleeps two and a sofa sleeper (180x111cm). We have different pillows and natural material duvets to choose from according to your need for warmth. The only thing you'll hear is the sleepy sound of waves against the hull. Baby bed is available upon request. You can sleep under Vermeer's "Girl with a pearl earring". An art piece from the Dutch master admired by millions, at your home.

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Bathrooms

Number of bathrooms: 1
Number of toilets: 1

General information

Paid parking No pets allowed Smoking not allowed Child friendly

Indoor facilities

Shower Bathtub Sofa bed Child / baby cot

Outdoor facilities

Barbeque / braai Terrace / balcony Shared swimming pool

Heating / cooling

Central heating Open fireplace Electric fans

Sustainable energy: We make all the energy we use ourselves. A heat pump harvests energy from the outdoor temperature and warms the ship and your shower. Solar panels provide electricity. We do not use any gas or other fossil or carbon based sources.

Amenities

Dishwasher Toaster Washing machine Linen provided Towels provided Iron Hair dryer Beach towels provided Dining table & chairs

Local rules do not allow us to offer you a full kitchen. We offer you the best we can. There's plenty of take-away options around us.

Activities nearby

Swimminig / watersports Walking / hiking Fishing Cycling / mountain biking

Entertainment

Internet access WiFi / internet Music system

Location

Panoramic views City views Close to the shops

Holiday type

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

Location

Distances

Airport

15 km

Bar

0.2 km

Beach

30 km

Highway

4 km

Night club

1 km

Restaurant

0.2 km

Super market

0.5 km

Train station

2 km

How to get there

From Schiphol Airport you'll need 20 minutes by taxi, or 45 minutes by train via Central Station and tram or bus to arrive at the Sachsen-Anhalt. From Central station it's a 10 minute bus ride that stops 100 meters away from our ship. 

If you arrive by car, we have a special parking solution since you will most probably not use your car in Amsterdam. 

About the area

Here in the Eastern Docklands you'll find a combination of space and cosyness. The area was laid out at a scale for the enormous ships traveling to the Dutch East Indies, so you'll feel the most space possible in Amsterdam. Since the docklands were rebuilt as a housing area there's a café in both directions on the south facing quay within 200 meters, next to a bakery, some restaurants, interior- and bookshops, supermarkets and a park. Enough facilities for breakfast, you could even stay the day for a trip through the old harbours and modern architecture.

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Houseboat owner

Ingeborg

Hello traveller,

I am a freelancer writing about the newest and finest in architecture and design and jury member of the Dutch Design Awards. My husband Renze is a pilot, although his heart goes out to a his former job, navigating the seas. Our houseboat unites our fascinations: the passenger ship Sachsen-Anhalt that used to make day trips from the German town Magdeburg is renovated into a modern house on the water.

Best from Amsterdam, Ingeborg

Response time
Normally within 0-3h
Language spoken
English, Dutch, German, French

70 Reviews - Large, light and hip ship with roofed terrace

Excellent! 4.9/5

  1. Kyra T - the United States

    15 Mar

    Fun stay

    We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful houseboat.

  2. Gill E - England

    12 Aug

    Splendid, chilled, relaxing, perfect accommodation

    Absolutely top-notch if chilled is your vibe. The location is perfect for quiet evenings and easy public transport links. Plenty of eating options to cover for the lack of cooking facilities. Important for us was an excellent shower and a decent bed. The sofa bed was a little awkward but perfectly serviceable. Our teenage daughter moaned (they do that, you know) but I think it was mainly due to our snoring.

  3. Martin S - England

    30 Oct

    What a houseboat, what a host

    Once you have stayed at the Sachsen Anhalt, you know what love is. Love for interior design, love for hosting, love for life. Thanks Ingeborg for making our holiday unforgettable!

  4. Wendy N - the United States

    03 Nov

    Simply Serendipitous

    From the moment that Ingeborg graciously accepted our last minute request, we knew we would enjoy our stay. However, no pictures or kind words could really express how perfect the houseboat was. 

    We received a warm and cheerful welcome from Ingeborg, whose exceptional organizational skills were evident in her detailed lists and emails on fun things to do in the area. Sachsen-Anhalt's lively exterior and tasteful decor was extremely inviting and inside was a designer's paradise with just the right amount of style and color. 

    We enjoyed making our meals in the large galley and then settling down to dine and listen to some of Ingeborg's and Renze's diverse music collection while looking at the sky through the large windows. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We especially enjoyed walking around the dockside, relaxing on deck by the fire and meeting Ingeborg and Renze. 

    We can't wait to revisit Sachsen-Anhalt and recommend to anyone seeking a wonderful mix of fun and relaxation on a large houseboat in a beautiful and quiet setting.

  5. Katina O - the United States

    23 Apr

    Highlight of our trip!

    One of the highlights of our wedding anniversary trip!! What an amazing houseboat experience!! Ingeborg welcomed us in person and gave us a tour. We loved this quiet neighborhood and yet it's very convenient to public transportation, restaurants and grocery stores. We had such a wonderful time, we did not want to pack and go home the last day.

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