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Juul

Houseboat at Amsterdam area, Zaanse Schans

Excellent! 4.6/5 (63 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. Amazing panoramic views
  2. Close to Amsterdam
  3. Near Zaanse Schans - 100 hards from first Windmill
  4. Lapping water to the hull of the ship
  5. Feeling the freedom of being on a ship!

From our guests

  1. Unique houseboat stay near Zaanse Schans windmills.
  2. Quiet, secluded riverside setting; peaceful after crowds.
  3. Hosts very welcoming; breakfast baskets often provided.
  4. Free bikes available; easy reach station and sights.
  5. Spacious, comfortable, well-equipped kitchen for cooking.
  6. Many stairs/spiral staircase; not ideal for mobility.

Welcome to your stay

We warmly welcome you aboard on our traditional houseboat at the world famous Zaanse Schans, just 20 minutes away from Amsterdam. The perfect starting point to explore this famous area with it's UNESCO heritage windmills (you will find the first one just 100 meters away!). And the utlimate way to experience the freedom of living on the water!

Explore your stay

We promise you a great sense of freedom, with amazing views over the Zaan River and the famous Dutch clouds, that inspired Rembrandt to create his amazing paintings, drifting by. Yet you're in the buzz of Amsterdam in just 20 minutes by car and less than 30 minutes by public transport. 

The houseboat is spacious and really offers anything you might need during your stay, and more. We host up to four guests to ensure you have all the space you might possibly want. The fully equipped open kitchen enables you to cook a great diner. Both bedrooms have an own bathroom and toilet, so no need to share with the rest of your party. And what better place is there to enjoy your breakfast than the wheelhouse with great panoramic views over the water. 

With good weather you can use two outside terraces to enjoy the sun. During the colder months the fire place is a great plus, especially with the comfortable couch to snuggle up. You have a private entrance to the houseboat apartment and we offer parking options as well. We live on the same boat, so we're there if you have any questions, yet full privacy during your stay is ensured.

The nummer One touristatraction "Zaanse Schans" is with its windmills and her historic neighborhood. It describes the time approximately from 1600 to 1870. There are many other fun activities. There are many restaurants nearby. You can eat from very simple to very sophisticated. Volendam is near, 20 minutes by bus (bus 391) or car.  Ask us how you can get there easily. You can visit us by car, by train or bus. 

The windmills are just a short walk away and we love to share our knowledge and houseboat with you during your next houseboat holiday in Zaandam! 

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Houseboat details

Property type

Moored houseboat

Payment policy

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

Cancellation policy

Security deposit

Not required

Check in/out time

Check in between 15:00 and 18:00.

Check out before 11:00.

Bedrooms

2 Bedrooms, 4 Sleeps

  • King size beds: 1
  • Single bed: 2

The boat offers two bathrooms and two separate toilets. 

The toilets are equipped with a 'Sanibroyeur' in which you should ONLY throw toilet paper.

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Bathrooms

Number of bathrooms: 2
Number of en-suite bathrooms: 2
Number of toilets: 2

General information

Free parking No pets allowed Smoking not allowed Child friendly

Outdoor facilities

Terrace / balcony Sun loungers Private swimming pool Shared swimming pool

Heating / cooling

Central heating

Amenities

Fully equipped kitchen Dishwasher Microwave / oven Toaster Washing machine Linen provided Towels provided Iron Dining table & chairs

Activities nearby

Swimminig / watersports Walking / hiking Horse riding Golf Fishing Cycling / mountain biking

Services

Tour guide Transportation to and from airport

Entertainment

Internet access WiFi / internet Music system

Location

Panoramic views City views Close to the beach Close to the shops Close to the ariport

Holiday type

Historic / sightseeing Family Lake / riverside Romantic

Location

Distances

Airport

20 km

Bar

1 km

Ferry port

10 km

Golf course

3 km

Highway

1 km

Night club

10 km

Restaurant

1 km

Super market

1 km

Train station

1 km

How to get there

Zaanse Schans, known for its windmills and historical neighborhood, represents the period from 1600 to 1870.

Currently, the Keukenhof, the largest spring flower garden, is a must-see, offering free WiFi and wheelchair accessibility.

Amsterdam is conveniently nearby as well.

Visitors can explore "de kalverpolder," a protected nature area, among other attractions. The vicinity boasts a variety of dining options, from simple to sophisticated.

Accessible by car, train, or bus, this area is filled with activities and scenic beauty.

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Houseboat owner

Peter & Joyce

Life on the water and the freedom you feel with it is incomparable. With this in mind, we help you have a great time on board, while respecting you and your privacy.

Let us know your wishes and we will make your stay as comfortable as possible. You will stay with us at a 10-minute walk from the station. The train will take you to Amsterdam Central Station in 15 minutes, right in the middle of Amsterdam.

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Response time
Normally within 6-10h
Language spoken
English, French, German, Dutch

63 Reviews - Juul

Excellent! 4.6/5

  1. Andrew I - the United States

    16 Sep

    Magical experience

    This was by far the highlight of our stay in the Netherlands. We were warmly welcomed, shown to all local interest points, and multiple amenities on the boat. Hosts were very welcoming - offering us snacks as they introduced themselves! At any point, we felt like highly welcome guests. On the first morning, the owner’s wife brought us a breakfast basket, which added charm to this already miraculous experience! We were provided bicycles to move around. If you find yourself looking for a unique Dutch-only experience, make sure stopping at the “Juul” is in your short list - not only do you get to experience local culture and nature, but also amazing Dutch hospitality! Thank you so much! AJ and Amanda

  2. Iris H - Austria

    23 May

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    Very charming houseboat, former cargo ship, that's what makes it so special. A quiet place to feel good, every now and then it smells wonderfully of freshly ground cocoa 🤎, which you can then enjoy freshly at the Zaanse Schans mills nearby. 😋 Very dear owners welcome you on the day of arrival and departure with a delicious Dutch breakfast 🧀 en warm brodjes. 👏🏼 Sunset on deck was beautiful, we enjoyed it sooo much. 🥰 Everything you need is there on board, the kitchen is well equipped 💯 thank you very much dear Juul & Peter for these unforgettable days ❤️🤍💙 on your ship. ⛴ We felt very welcome & comfortable! 🥰

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  3. Russell D - Germany

    21 Aug

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    Were very nice days on the boat Juul. Very friendly owners Peter and Joyce, and the boat is also very nicely equipped. We will definitely book here again if possible. Kind regards Heike and Russell

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  4. Christian U - France

    08 Jul

    Good and pleasant stay.Show original

    Friendly owners and they did everything for us to have a pleasant stay, Even José picked us up at the station, good explanations.

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  5. Clazina V - Canada

    15 Aug

    August 2023

    Our stay on the boat was very good. Hosts were lovely people. Very helpful. It's a twenty minute walk to Zaandam train station or you can take use their bicycles and then its a 10 min bike ride. You are a five minute walk to Zaanse Schans. Would definitely book a stay there again in the future!

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