Watercradle Houseboat Amsterdam

Offering an authentic experience of life on the water, this one bedroom houseboat grants the ultimate Amsterdam adventure for up to two guests.

Ideally suited to a couple seeking a refreshing change from generic hotel rooms, this charming abode allows the unique opportunity of living like a local on a peaceful canal in the west of the city. Close to numerous amenities and the capital’s treasured Westerpark and Jordaan district, the houseboat allows for a more relaxed Amsterdam encounter than the tourist infested core.

Stylishly decorated with tasteful tones, warm wooden floors and modern furnishings, the lodging creates an attractive environment to return to after a busy day sightseeing. The bedroom ensures an undisturbed night’s sleep in the luxurious double bed and also comes fitted with a mounted flatscreen TV with international channels and a cosy dining table, perfect for romantic home cooked meals. All culinary treats can be prepared in the adjacent kitchen, which supplies essential facilities for making simple dishes throughout your stay. A delightful outdoor terrace provides an al fresco alternative for intimate dining or simply enjoying a bottle of wine overlooking the water. The smart bathroom concludes the residence with a sink, toilet and shower unit.

Located in the west of the city, this Amsterdam accommodation grants respite from the crowds and a chance to explore authentic local life in a hospitable neighbourhood. Amenities are in abundance within the vicinity, including supermarkets, cafes, public transport links and parks, with one of the capital’s most adored natural expanses situated within easy reach of the houseboat. Developed recently out of a dismantled gasworks, the Westerpark is simply adored by residents and tourists lucky enough to discover it, boasting both picturesque trails and an influential cultural calendar. Utilised for a variety of music and film festivals, food fairs, sports events and much more, this thriving sanctuary includes numerous eateries, a delightful animal farm, several water features and a unique cinema, highly recommended for an afternoon’s perusal.

Access to Amsterdam’s vibrant centre is simple, with the nearby Van Hallstraat offering a regular bus service to Central Station, which takes approximately fifteen minutes. However, the capital is surprisingly small and can easily be traversed on foot, with the popular tourist destination of Anne Frank House reachable in just fifteen minutes.