The Harmony Houseboat

Small houseboat with nice host and the charm of couchsurfing. Quiet and out of town, better to reach by bike or bus.

We had a wonderful time in Utrecht! Gerard, the host of The Harmony Houseboat was very kind and helpful. The boat is a very nice 15 mins bike ride away from Utrecht Central. We rented bycicles near the station for just 7,50/day. Near the boat wild parrots live - we loved them. Also, biking farther to the north are nice bike routes; an acient castle 10 mins away and a windmill 15 mins away. Please note: the windmill on the picture is not nearby the boat. Neather the cows are. But afcourse you can find windmills and cows in the Netherlands everywhere. For us the biggest surprice was that our host was also living on the tiny houseboat. We were actually very disappointed! This houseboat consists of a bigger room, a small room, a kitchenette and a bathroom/toilett. Only the small room is rented out; you will be using the same kitchenette, the same shower and same toilett as the host on board. The boat is basic: needs to be renovated, but othervise everithing is functional and operating well. It is clean.

A charming and welcoming host for a functional room and practical small kitchen at the water's edge. Small terrace very pleasant to have breakfast in a setting conducive to relaxation. Gérard rents bicycles, ideal for reaching the city of Utrecht.

I loved staying in Gerard's houseboat. It is cozy and peaceful. Gerard was very accommodating of my late arrival. I only stayed one night but wish that I could have spent more time here! It is a bit far from the city, but perfect if you are looking for somewhere quiet and beautiful to relax.