The Brouwersgracht has been chosen more then once to be the most beautiful canal in Amsterdam. 2 minutes away you will find: the Haarlemmerstraat – and its extension, the Haarlemmerdijk - is a gem!
Offering independent boutiques and specialty stores, little salons, trendy but affordable restaurants and bars and the oldest cinema in Amsterdam, this area will certainly appeal to the most jaded of world-travelers.
You are guaranteed to find a special little gift from Amsterdam in this alternative shopping district. And with a constant passing parade along the Haarlemmerstraat, you can spend a very entertaining afternoon just watching the world go by.
The houseboat is located in the very heart of the historical Jordaan. Originally a working-class neighborhood, the Jordaan has become one of the most expensive, upscale locations in the Netherlands. It is home to many art galleries, particularly for modern art, and is also dotted with specialty shops and restaurants.
Markets are held regularly at Noordermarkt, the Westerstraat (the Lapjesmarkt a textile market) and Lindengracht.
Rembrandt spent the last years of his life in the Jordaan, on the Rozengracht canal. He is buried in the Westerkerk church, at the corner of Rozengracht and Prinsengracht, in walking distance from our boat. The Anne Frank House is also located nearby, on the Prinsengracht canal.
Houseboat description
Entering this boat you find yourself in the kitchen area overlooking the historic canals of Amsterdam. Cooking the perfect pasta or drink the best coffee can be done in this fully equipped kitchen watching the ducks swim by. In the middle of the boat you find a dining table, comfortable couch, music stereo and Kingsize bed. Behind the bed is a large bath tub with shower and a separate toilet. On board are flatscreen TV with DVD player, HBO movie channels, dishwash machine, and also fresh towels and bed linen are included.
We have received guest with wheelchair before, so yes it is possible but some assistance is needed. Please do inform before booking!
Smoking is permitted but next to and with the door to the water side opened! We all love a nice smelling house, don't we!
Kitchen:
Beach Towels Provided
Dining Table & Chairs
Dishwasher
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Iron
Linen Provided
Microwave Oven
Toaster
Towels Provided
Heating/cooling:
Central Heating
Entertainment:
DVD Player
Internet Access
Music System/cd Player
Satellite / Cable Tv
Wi-Fi
WIFI code provided at check in
Activities Nearby:
Amusements / Water Park
Climbing
Cycling / Mountain Biking
Fishing
Golf
Horse Riding
Swimminig / Watersports
Tennis
Walking / Hiking
Bedrooms:
1 Bedroom(s), 3 Sleeps Number of double beds - 1 Number of single beds - 1
This cosy boat is ideal for a couple looking for a special romantic getaway in Amsterdam.
But is also possible to change the comfortable couch into another double bed, perhaps for your children or for friends traveling together who prefer to sleep separate.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom(s) Number of en-suite - 1 Number of toilets - 1
Added by: Charles, date added: , country: the United States
As the name implies, The Heart of Jordan is well located in this part of Amsterdam. There are many nearby shops, places to eat and even a few coffee shops. One can walk along the Brouwersgracht straight into the center of the city.
A tram stop is about three blocks away, making a day pass a good investment as you can easily travel all around Amsterdam on the tram system
Claire and Gwen were very helpful. Gwen met us at the boat when we arrived and again when we checked out. They are easy to contact via phone and were very helpful when we had questions. The boat has space for three and a handy kitchen. It was easy for us to shop at nearby markets and fix meals back on the houseboat. It is clean, neat and the Jacuzzi tub is quite nice.
A bonus is being able to watch all the other canal traffic. Lots of different boats and interesting people watching.
A houseboat stay in this city is a great idea.
I hope this one is available the next time we visit Amsterdam.
What a weekend
Added by: Felix, date added: , country: Germany
It was a marvelous weekend in Amsterdam. The Houseboat was cozy, with all amenities and the location was absolutely brilliant. We will come back!
Wonderfull week-end.
Added by: Alistair, date added: , country: France
Thank you so much for your welcome this week-end.
Your houseboat is just perfectly spoted in Amsterdam and it’s a perfect shelter during the cold nights in this beautyfull City.
thank you again and see you soon I hope.
Alistair & Marine
Amazing
Added by: Heidi, date added: , country: Denmark
My first stay in Amsterdam,whit my son and on a houseboat. The boat was beautiful, and there was everything we needed. Also some welcome gifts, some cookies and a very cold beer, its was great.The owner Gwen was very helpful with what ever we ask for. The bed and the blankets was very good, we sleep as babys. The houseboat was near everything, so we could walk to all the things we would see. After a day walking, its was great to take a long warm bath in the bathtub. The kitchen had all we needed, and we was very glad for the coffee machine. the weather was great sun and 18 degrees so we opened the door to the kanals and sad in the doorway and just enjoy life. Amazing.
I will come back to Amsterdam on holiday and on this houseboat again
Cool houseboat at a relaxed location in Amsterdam
Added by: Rebecca, date added:
Really cool place not far from the Amsterdam City itself. We walked about 20 minutes at a leisurely pace. The boat itself is very clean and well kept. A privillege to stay at. The owners are very friendly and lenient with check-in and out times. We even got a nice welcoming present. Definitely recommended if you want to visit the city but don't want to to stay near the busy streets.
Fell in love with this lovely houseboat!
Added by: G, date added: , country: England
Yes, we truly fell in love with this lovely houseboat. Everything you need is provided for. The owner is very nice, she helped us out with all our questions. The area is just perfect. Amsterdam Jordan at its best. we will definitely return!! :-) Thank you Gwen & Claire!
Ein tolles Hausboot in Amsterdam
Added by: Benjamin, date added: , country: Germany
Bereits beim betreten des Bootes wurde man herzlich von der Besitzerin empfangen. Ein tolles Hausboot, man findet darin alles was man für einen entspannten Aufenthalt in Amsterdam braucht. Egal ob man Frühstück mit frischen Kaffee zubereiten möchte oder auf dem Sofa gemütlich die Gracht anzusehen. An schönen Tagen ist auf der Gracht reger Betrieb :) Wir kommen wieder !
As a film maker I get travel a lot, so meanwhile I am happy to host you at my cozy boat!
Hope to meet you soon!
The houseboat is located in one of the most popular areas of Amsterdam the Jordan. Where hip and happening meet local's favorite casual breakfast hang out and evening drinks. Cozy restaurants and fun boutique's just around the corner. In short.. a place you'l love at first sight.
Living like a local on a houseboat