Boat vacation rentals in IJsselmeer

We loved our stay here. It was central to everything we wanted to see and do, incredibly walkable, lively and comfortable. The space was exactly as it appeared in the photos, and it was a very unique way to experience Amsterdam and everything it has to offer! If we are back in the city we will certainly be booking again!

We thoroughly enjoyed a long weekend aboard Johan's houseboat, in a great location in the Jordaan! It was an experience simply not available in a hotel or B&B. We drank morning coffee and late afternoon cocktails on the deck whle soaking up the few remaining days of late summer sun. It was ideally located close to neighborhood restaurants, shops, and even weekend organic food and flea market, and a short walk to tourist attractions in the old city center. If not up for a longer walk along the canal to the museum quarter and beyond, a public transportation options were always available nearby. Communication prior to arrival and during our stay was proactive and prompt. The inside of the houseboat was even more spacious than we anticipated, and the beds were comfortable. We'll definitely opt for a stay here during our next visit to Amsterdam!

Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt auf der Nova Cura. Die Unterkunft war perfekt für uns 11 Mädels und die Lage ist super - Restaurants, Bars und Supermärkte sind fußläufig zu erreichen. Wir können dies sehr empfehlen :-)

Très bon séjour sur ce superbe bateau, nous y avons passés 4 jours à 13 amis. Bateau très propre, super accueil, super bien placé (ferry gratuit pour aller dans le centre) tout en étant au calme. Supermarché à 5 min. Grand salon et cuisine bien équipée. Merci à Grietje et son mari pour leur accueil et recommandations sur les informations pratiques. 😀👍

We had a great time staying on Marcel’s boat! It was outside of the city center, but not too far to make daily trips in to be able to see everything. Thanks for hosting us!

The house boat was just as it looked in the pictures! It was very spacious and comfortable for our family of 4. It was perfect how the kids sort of had their side, or wing, and my husband and I had our space in the master bedroom, on the other side. We all slept very well! We loved the cats, Skip & Bo. We are animal people, so it was fun having them come and go, and socialize and snuggle with us! The views were amazing and there were plenty of spots to just chill when we weren't out exploring. The house boat was very walkable to many fun spots and different areas. We definitely felt like we were staying in someone's home versus a rental. Enjoyed all of the personal touches in the kitchen as well! We would go back in a heartbeat and recommend Joost's place without hesitation!

Heerlijk verblijf met mijn zoontje op De Steert! Goed eten ook in het restaurant van Marianne. De boot is prachtig en knus en van alle gemakken voorzien.

Wir hatten einen gemütlichen Aufenthalten im Winter an Bord. Das Schiff lag sehr schön im alten Hafen mit toller Umgebung. Alles was man braucht ist an Bord. Jurgen und sein Team sind von Herzen Gastgeber. Klare Empfehlung. Nächstes Mal unter Segel 👍🏻

C'était incroyable !!! Quelle expérience et même si le temps n'était pas de la partie, nous avons adoré ce moment de joie et détente en famille. Je recommande vivement cette expérience unique.

We had a great stay on the boat! The place is unique, comfortable, and well located. The host was very friendly, welcoming, and available. I highly recommend this unique experience!

Can highly recommend staying here. So nice to return to after a busy day sightseeing in Amsterdam. Near bus stop, 10 mins walk away, takes you straight to Amsterdam Central station. Get off at bus stop before station if you do not need metro, we walked everywhere. We used credit card each for bus, swipe on and then swipe as you get off, about 7 euro return. The Johanna is just a joy to be on, comfortable and clean with stunning views. Everything that you need and more is supplied. Sandra and her partner are a joy to deal with, checking in with us to ensure all was ok.

Fijne host mooie ruimte. Slaapkamertjes zijn natuurlijk wel klein. Bedden zijn goed. Geen vaatwasmachine. Vonden wij niet erg maar goed om te weten. Prachtige ligplaats.

Arjan reageert snel en is aardig. De boot is heerlijk vertoeven. Ik heb heerlijk geslapen. Ik heb hem feedback gegeven ergens op en dat nam hij serieus. Hele fijne plek en zou zomaar kunnen dat ik nog eens terugkom.

We had a wonderful time on Paul's boat. Paul was a great host who communicated early and was always available to answer questions. He also met us on our arrival and gave us a tour of the boat. Everything is lovingly designed, and we loved the special atmosphere and the unique charm of the old sailboat. Basic amenities for everyday life (towels, pans, kitchen seasonings, toilet paper) are provided. Of course, many things are functionally furnished, in keeping with the space—that's just how it is on a boat. I'm 1.86m tall and didn't have any major issues with space other than the upper level being slightly* shorter than me. There's several heaters and a heated blanket for cold days. There's even a bathroom on the boat which was perfectly functional. Since you can't flush paper, we made use of the bathroom facilities in the harbor for some things which was also convenient. We would definitely recommend Paul's boat for anyone looking for something out of the ordinary!

We enjoyed our stay on the boat immensely! Valentine provided us with a little extra electric boat just to get around. The main boat was moored at a little island which had plenty of space and allowed us to setup extra tents. We stayed with 5 kids and 6 adults. Everything worked out great!

Great Host and great Stay. Easy Kommunikation. We did go sailing with a skipper the host kindly arranged for us, wich was a great experience.

Unser Ausflug zum 13. Geburtstag unseres Sohnes hat voll ins Schwarze getroffen, es war eine Überraschung für ihn. Er hatte sogar auf der Pluvier hinten sein eigenes Abteil 😄 Es war sehr gemütlich Abends mit der LED-Beleuchtung hinten unter der Überdachung auf dem Boot zu sitzen und zu entspannen. Wir würden es wieder buchen 👍 LG eine Familie aus der Schnee-Eifel

Vielen Dank für den angenehmen Aufenthalt auf Deinem Schiff. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und kommen gerne wieder. Besonders schön ist auch die Lage des Schiffes. In der näheren Ungebung gibt es viele Ausflugsmöglichkeiten in schöne Naturschutzgeiete, und die man gut mit Bootstouren erkunden kann.

The boat Amalia is unique and well placed for both transport and exploring the wonderful city of Amsterdam. We really enjoyed our unforgettable stay.

Het was helaas maar 1 overnachting maar wel een om nooit te vergeten! Een prachtig schip die van alle gemakken voorzien is! En die heel warm en als ‘thuis’ aanvoelt! Zo ook de host, heel gastvrij en vriendelijk. We hebben 2 fantastische dagen gehad! Dank jullie wel ❤️

Alles bestens! Die Unterkunft ist einfach nur toll, wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, Alles sehr gut ausgestattet. Lage superzentral im historischen Hafen neben dem Schiffahrtsmuseum mit Wassertaxistand direkt nebenan. Moniek hat uns auch zum Parken ein Parkhaus direkt um die Ecke empfohlen. Abwicklung sehr nett und unkompliziert. Wir können diese Unterkunft nur bestens weiterempfehlen.

Fantastic stay! The facilities were top-notch—clean, modern, and had everything we needed. The location was truly special, offering both tranquility and memorable family experiences on the lake. Our host was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout. Highly recommend!

Das Wohnen auf dem Schiff war etwas sehr Besonderes. Die Lage war prima,da es sehr zentral lag,z.B. auch gegenüber einem Supermarkt. Es hatte einen besonderen Charme und wir wurden vom "Manager" sehr freundlich und unterstützend empfangen. Sehr empfehlenswert.

I’ve never stayed in a boat before, but I’m afraid I will do it more often in the future is all of them are as nice as this!