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10/10 Excellent
Kristina S.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique stay in a charming village
Kristina S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
House boat
UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM!
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Reviews
8.0 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Monnickendam
- Volendam Harbour8 min drive
- Dam Square18 min drive
- Anne Frank House19 min drive
- Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
About this property
UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM!
Ah! Welcome on board!
This is your captain speaking .. It's my pleasure to show you the most unique stay you'll probably ever find on HomeAway in The Netherlands. This unique lifeboat has such a great story behind. Once, this boat was being a hero on a very special ship called Polarstern with its homebase of Bremerhaven - Germany. The Polarstern, which is still active and running, is doing research at the polar circle in Antarctica. They do something awesome for the science nowadays. One of the most valuable studies they do is all about the research of the melting ice level which is increasing every single year. This boat had the really important function to help all the crew to evacuate in case of emergency, luckily it never went that far. But they also took this boat into the ice floes when the research vessel couldn't get that far. It took a long time for this little beauty to end up in The Netherlands, but it finally arrived at its last destination: (idyllic) Monnickendam.
We love the story behind this orange monster, so we decided to create something special. We completely renovated the entire boat to make it a unique place to sleep and relax. And here it is! Our guests really loved it and higly recommend this place to others. We hope you love this as much as we do! But I'm sure, you won't be disappointed.
The boat:
If you love a cozy, nice and lovely place to stay: this is it! Weird to find and unique in its sort. It has a really comfy double bed, a three seat sitting area with a foldable table to sit down and relax, free WIFI and a satellite TV with a wide variety of national and international channels. With the installed Chromecast you 're able to watch any film or series you like right from phone, tablet or laptop! Pretty much everything you need. Also, there's a fridge on board to keep your stuff cool at any time, different kids or snacks and drinks and don't forget some board games to spend the late evening hours. On top of that there is a coffee machine to make yourself an early morning coffee or tea. We provide you with free coffee and tea as a gift, to thank you for choosing our stay! There´s no bathroom facility on the boat itselves, but on walking distance (less then a minute) there’s a big bathroom facility which offers free hot / cold showers and toilets. And believe me, they're clean and comfy! Nothing to lie or worry about.
This is your captain speaking .. It's my pleasure to show you the most unique stay you'll probably ever find on HomeAway in The Netherlands. This unique lifeboat has such a great story behind. Once, this boat was being a hero on a very special ship called Polarstern with its homebase of Bremerhaven - Germany. The Polarstern, which is still active and running, is doing research at the polar circle in Antarctica. They do something awesome for the science nowadays. One of the most valuable studies they do is all about the research of the melting ice level which is increasing every single year. This boat had the really important function to help all the crew to evacuate in case of emergency, luckily it never went that far. But they also took this boat into the ice floes when the research vessel couldn't get that far. It took a long time for this little beauty to end up in The Netherlands, but it finally arrived at its last destination: (idyllic) Monnickendam.
We love the story behind this orange monster, so we decided to create something special. We completely renovated the entire boat to make it a unique place to sleep and relax. And here it is! Our guests really loved it and higly recommend this place to others. We hope you love this as much as we do! But I'm sure, you won't be disappointed.
The boat:
If you love a cozy, nice and lovely place to stay: this is it! Weird to find and unique in its sort. It has a really comfy double bed, a three seat sitting area with a foldable table to sit down and relax, free WIFI and a satellite TV with a wide variety of national and international channels. With the installed Chromecast you 're able to watch any film or series you like right from phone, tablet or laptop! Pretty much everything you need. Also, there's a fridge on board to keep your stuff cool at any time, different kids or snacks and drinks and don't forget some board games to spend the late evening hours. On top of that there is a coffee machine to make yourself an early morning coffee or tea. We provide you with free coffee and tea as a gift, to thank you for choosing our stay! There´s no bathroom facility on the boat itselves, but on walking distance (less then a minute) there’s a big bathroom facility which offers free hot / cold showers and toilets. And believe me, they're clean and comfy! Nothing to lie or worry about.
Property manager
Nicky Heertjes
Languages
Dutch, English
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Amenities
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Monnickendam
Located in Monnickendam, this houseboat is on the waterfront. The 9 Streets and Flower Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore ARTIS and Vondelpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Johan Cruyff Arena or Ziggo Dome. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
Monnickendam
What's nearby
- Volendam Harbour - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
- Passenger Terminal Amsterdam - 17 min drive - 16.5 km
- Dam Square - 18 min drive - 17.0 km
- Anne Frank House - 19 min drive - 18.4 km
- Van Gogh Museum - 20 min drive - 19.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kaasboerderij Henri Willig - 16 min walk
- Paviljoen Smit-Bokkum - 6 min drive
- Strandvier - 4 min drive
- Restaurant Pieterman - 6 min drive
- Grand Café de Botterwerf - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Check-in
9.0/10
Communication
8.6/10
Location
7.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Kendra U.
8 June 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adventurous Stay
Kendra U.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
John W.
4 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very interesting
John W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan B., Bentonville , AR , US
2 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique stay in a suprise Town
Megan B.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
2/10 Terrible
Hannah O.
14 September 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beware of spiders and no water
Hannah O.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Muriel L.
24 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sejour insolite en bateau de sauvetage
Muriel L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
cecile a.
1 May 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Séjour unique, oui. MAIS...
cecile a.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Maickel G.
19 August 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Unique and lovely stay for the night
Maickel G.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Carolina
24 July 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Carolina
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ann Marie G.
24 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint town an extra draw!
Ann Marie G.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
4/10 Poor
Niklas W.
22 June 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Leider anders als erwartet
Niklas W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matthew B.
25 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Spot!
Matthew B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Heather L., Lakeport Ca
14 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Epic
Heather L.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Laura C.
17 August 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nice stay on boat
Laura C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
8/10 Good
Thomas M.
31 December 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolles Abenteuer
Thomas M.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
About the host
Hosted by Nicky Heertjes
Languages:
English, Dutch
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