Little Nelly - waterfront view and roof terrace!
Awesome light, bright and private apartment aboard our city centre houseboat
Excellent! 4.9/5
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.
Houseboat highlights
- Private apartment with wheelhouse
- Only 8 minutes walking from Central Station
- Superb views over the water
- Quiet area, yet close to the buzz of the city
- Roof terrace
Houseboat summary
A houseboat experience in the city center of Amsterdam, with boats, swans and ducks swimming by. A private apartment with roof terrace overlooking the oldest harbor in the city. Right in the city centre, a few minutes walking from Central Station, yet away from the tourist masses. Yes, you have just found the perfect place to stay for your next visit to Amsterdam!
Houseboat description
I am so lucky to live on a traditional Dutch cargo ship, built in 1911. A real grand steel lady that used to transport goods all through Europe and now found her final destination in the oldest harbor of Amsterdam. The ship is completely renovated and i made a separate apartment aboard to host you as my appreciated guest.
My ship is docked on the outer side of a row of houseboats that are docked along each other. This means that you have to walk over other boats to reach your place, Amsterdam style.
The good news is that you have the most wonderful view over the water: on your far left you see the majestic Central Station, in front of you the iconic floating Chinese restaurant and amazing new architecture and on your right you see the magnificent Nemo Science Museum and the Maritime Museum. And while enjoying this view, swans, ducks and many boats will pass by. I personally think it's one of the best views in town - especially from the wheelhouse, that is the entrance to your apartment.
From the wheelhouse you descent to the apartment, with lots of nautical elements still preserved. The bathroom for example has to be entered through the original steel waterproof door. Also we have some nice portholes in the living room. You will be sleeping under the wheelhouse, with the chain of the steering wheel still visible above you: unique, cozy and secluded.
The many large windows let in lots of daylight and give you a perfect view over the harbor.
During your stay I have a water cooker, coffee maker, microwave and fridge available.
And last but not least you have access to the roof terrace. No better place to sit back and relax, making new plans for the day and experience what it's like to be a local houseboat owner!
The location is super central. From Central Station it's only a few minutes walking before you reach our harbor. This is a surprisingly quiet and relaxed area compared to the buzzing red light district, Waterloo Square and Dam Square that are just around the corner. So wherever you want to go: it's easy to get there and when getting back you are assured to find a safe haven.
Please let us know if you are arriving before or departing after the regular check-in and check-out time. In this case we will see how we can help you with this.
Look forward to welcome you aboard!
Details
Location
Distances
Airport
15 km
Bar
0.3 km
Highway
4 km
Night club
0.6 km
Restaurant
0.3 km
Train station
0.8 km
Ferry port
0.5 km
Super market
1 km
How to get there
It's only a 5-minute walk from Central Station to this houseboat. How easy can it be? Arriving by plane? Then it's only a 14 minute train ride from Schiphol Airport to the Central Station and a nice walk to the boat!
About the area
Our harbor is found right next to the Central Station and the buzzing Noordermarkt and the red light district. However, you will be surprised by the tranquility that our little safe haven has to offer. And for a good reason: we as houseboat owners really look after each other and the neighborhood. We love you to be part of our community, even if it's only for a few days.
Houseboat owner
Stijn
Hi, I'm Stijn, a houseboater and love to share the experience of living on the water with you!
67 Reviews - Little Nelly - waterfront view and roof terrace!
Excellent! 4.9/5
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