This is one of; if not the most beautiful places I have ever stayed. My wife and I felt like we were on a second honeymoon. We stayed in the cook suite, which is very romantic and cozy. It truly felt like you were a local, climbing up the tight, steep staircase to your loft studio apartment. It has its own separate entrance which is very handy. Normally we don't care too much for B+B's, but this was just perfect. Claudia (the hostess) was always nearby and easy to reach if we needed anything, and she is extremely nice and helpful. It was great being able to reach outside our door and grab the breakfast basket, and eat at our leisure.

One of my favorite features of the suite was all the windows. If it got stuffy, you could open, or close any combination of the wiondows to create the perfect cross breeze. I especially liked the two little "hidden" windows. The lighting was also easy to control to create the perfect mood.

One awesome thing that happened while we were there was "the storm of the century" on the night of May 25th (2009). We were out enjoying an evening canal cruise with St. Nicolaas Boat Club (highly recommended) when the storm started rolling in. We had to hurry to get back to the F.P. As soon as we did the bottom fell out. This was one of the most intense storms I have ever witnessed and we get some wild ones back here in North Carolina. The lightning was amazing, and it rained, hailed and the winds blew like a hurricane. Google it, there's pictures of the lightning and damage that occurred all across the Netherlands. We really passed some initiation into a special club by riding out this storm up in that little loft! Great memory!

To summarize, this is a great value for what you get. You truly feel like a local staying here. The neighborhood is pleasant and quiet, and handy to the tram. You will not regret staying here!

Tip: there's a great little shop down the street at the corner of Nieuwe Prinsegracht and Roeterstraat that sells good sandwiches and good beer ,etc. at good prices.

Also, don't try to walk all the way from Centraal station, it's a hike. We only had one "full" backpack each, but it was just a little farther than we cared to walk. When you come out of C.S. go left and grab tram #9 to Plantage Kerklaan instead, easy!

Thanks again Claudia!

Best for honeymoon couples! The room is well designed (lots of white, beam woods,fireplace, wall mounted espresso machine, steam room), balancing modern aesthetics and coziness superbly. The host gives heaps of privacy but is always good to help with any questions or bookings. Located away from the touristy bits so it's quieter :) but you can still take 10-15 mins walk to it. Love it to bits, best place i've stayed so far..will go back there again. Wish there's such lodging in all the cities i go to.

I cannot think of a better and more comfortable place to stay in Amsterdam; quiet neighourhood pretty close to the center and major attractions. Everything has been perfect (fireplace, flowers, drinks...); the bad thing is that you cannot stay there forever. Thanks Claudia for being such a great hostess

A perfect haven of calm, quiet, comfort and style. Claudia was an extremely kind, accommodating hostess. Loved the shower/bathroom and fresh flowers. Our suite was simply perfect for our 3-day stay... a little piece of affordable luxury. Definitely do not miss the Indonesian restaurant that Claudia recommends.