Title: UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire house boat # UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM! Houseboat in Monnickendam ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42650000/42646600/42646577/43ba86af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42650000/42646600/42646577/23c5b68c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42650000/42646600/42646577/22dcde61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42650000/42646600/42646577/dd8f648e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42650000/42646600/42646577/c4237b3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM! provides a terrace and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 8.2 Very good ### Entire house boat 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space £153 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Toilet paper ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Terrace ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96220000/96220000/96219902/afd22d41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Enjoy the liberty and tranquility on the water. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property accepts cash 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Unique Stay ON THE Water - Close TO Amsterdam! Houseboat Unique Stay ON THE Water - Close TO Amsterdam! Monnickendam ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.46350%2C5.03663&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4qCwSoLASTrj7vfS-EMnH1Mttsg=) Monnickendam #### What's nearby - Volendam Harbour - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles - Passenger Terminal Amsterdam - 16 min drive - 9.8 miles - Dam Square - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles - Anne Frank House - 21 min drive - 11.4 miles - Van Gogh Museum - 24 min drive - 11.8 miles #### Getting around - Noord Station - 10 min drive - Purmerend Overwhere Station - 12 min drive - Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Palingrokerij Smit-Bokkum - ‬6 min drive - ‪Kaasboerderij Henri Willig - ‬16 min walk - ‪Restaurant Pieterman - ‬6 min drive - ‪Strandvier - ‬4 min drive - ‪Grand Café de Botterwerf - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM!? > As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM! on 1 Nov 2025 start from £152.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam-Hotels-Unique-Stay-ON-THE-Water-Close-TO-Amsterdam.h42646577.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM!? > Checkout is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is UNIQUE STAY ON THE WATER - CLOSE TO AMSTERDAM! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is steps from Markermeer and within 9 mi (15 km) of Volendam Harbour and WONDR Experience. The Kromhouthal and Nemo Science Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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