Title: NEW - The Cosy Houseboat - on a lake near 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 apartment # NEW - The Cosy Houseboat - on a lake near Amsterdam Lakefront apartment with kitchen and balcony ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103130000/103122300/103122208/5bf90fbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103130000/103122300/103122208/a6094a05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103130000/103122300/103122208/e6a7194a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103130000/103122300/103122208/bb1fe5ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103130000/103122300/103122208/89e47061.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience a tranquil retreat at The Cosy Houseboat - on a Lake Near Amsterdam. Enjoy the serene surroundings with in-room WiFi, unwind by the firepit, and connect with nature in the garden. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### NEW - The Cosy Houseboat - on a lake near Amsterdam Welcome to The Cosy Houseboat, one of the accommodations at Ubuntu Lake Houses. This fully equipped houseboat embraces you with a holiday vibe. With a lovely canopy in the garden to seek shade during warm days and enjoy the sun through the sliding doors in winter with the wood stove on to keep you extra warm. With direct access to the clear water and all amenities within walking and cycling distance, it\`s the perfect spot amidst the Vinkeveense Plassen. Listing Space: The houseboat comfortably accommodates 4 people: 1 bedroom with a double bed (160 x 200) 1 bedroom with a bunk bed (both 90 x 200) 1 pull out sofa with a double bed (140x200) Guests have complete privacy and access to the beautifully landscaped garden with fencing as well as the entire houseboat. Listing Acces: You have full access to the beautiful garden, where privacy is guaranteed thanks to the surrounding fencing. Additionally, you have unlimited access to the entire houseboat, providing your stay with a sense of exclusivity and comfort. A key safe is available at the houseboat for self-check-in, allowing you to arrive at your convenience, after 3 PM. We will provide all information regarding your stay 5 days in advance. The check-in code will be shared with you at 3 PM. If you require alternative check-in or check-out times, please inquire about the possibilities. (Organizing parties in this accommodation is not allowed.) Listing Interaction: We are available at all times to assist you and strive to provide you with optimal service, ensuring you lack nothing during your stay. If you have any questions, please don\`t hesitate to ask. We\`re here to help. Listing Neighborhood overview: Vinkeveen is a beautiful picturesque village, particularly known for the Vinkeveense Plassen. It\`s a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, such as sailors, kayakers, and divers, due to the clear water and the diversity of flora and fauna underwater. In addition to water sports, Vinkeveen also offers beautiful walking and cycling routes around the lakes and through the surrounding countryside. The area is known for its peaceful and natural surroundings, making it an ideal place for relaxation and enjoying the outdoors. Vinkeveen is not far from urban areas such as Amsterdam and Utrecht, making it attractive for those who want to combine nature with the proximity of urban amenities, attractions, or nightlife. Moreover, there are two supermarkets and a variety of dining options nearby, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for our guests. Listing Transit: Accessibility Motor vehicles cannot directly reach the accommodation, allowing you to enjoy total tranquility on the edge of the Vinkeveense Plassen, surrounded by nature, birds, and serene silence. A 550-meter walk from the parking lot will bring you to this prime location. Upon arrival, our convenient cargo bike awaits you at the entrance of the harbor, allowing you to effortlessly transport all your belongings to this beautiful holiday destination. We provide 2 bicycles free of charge, allowing you to easily cycle to and from the parking lot. Upon arrival at the parking lot, you can safely leave these bicycles. Furthermore, there are 10 large carts available in the park for free use. Parking From October 1st to March 31st, you can park for free on the road in front of the harbor. Outside of this period, there is a maximum parking duration of 2 hours within the disc zone between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM. It\`s possible to park your car in a large parking lot opposite the park for a fee. (The cost to park your car in the parking lot opposite the park is €10 per day.) On-demand services For a fee, we offer the option to pick you up with a golf cart and transport all your luggage directly to the accommodation. This service is available Monday to Friday between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM and on Saturday and Sunday between 11:00 AM and 10:00 PM. If you\`re interested, please inquire about the possibilities in advance. Listing Notes: Verder stellen we diverse voorzieningen ter beschikking voor een heerlijk vakantiegevoel aan het water. Waaronder een airconditioning voor de warme zomers dagen. In de tuin staat een comfortabele tuinset, naast de loungeset in de overkapping. Voor de culinaire liefhebbers is er een barbecue beschikbaar om van te genieten tijdens uw verblijf. Tegen betaling kunt u een bootje of SUPs (Stand-Up Paddleboards) bij ons huren, zodat u optimaal kunt genieten van de verfrissende Vinkeveense Plassen direct vanaf onze locatie. Aan het begin van de Haven kunt u op vrijdag, zaterdag en zondag terecht voor een borrel en een hapje van de kleine kaart. Ook zijn er tal van opties voor het bestellen via thuisbezorgd. En als u tijdens uw verblijf toch even zin hebt in het stadsleven, dan bent u met de auto (of taxi) in 20 minuten vanaf de parkeerplaats midden in Amsterdam, waardoor deze rustige oase aan de Vinkeveens Plassen de perfecte uitvalsbasis biedt voor zowel ultieme rust als een bruisend stadsleven. Bekijk vooral de opgegeven voorzieningen en u zult zien dat het u aan niks zal ontbreken tijdens deze perfecte get-away. General Behavior Rules: \- Normal interaction with fellow residents and users of the park. \- No noise disturbance to fellow residents (quiet hours on the park from 11:00 PM to 9:00 AM). \- No parties or gatherings allowed. \- No theft or misuse of others\` belongings. \- Avoid improper parking and/or ignoring parking instructions. In case of excessive behavior and failure to comply with the rules, you can be immediately removed from the accommodation. Any damage to third-party property will be directly charged to the responsible party. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On the waterfront ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112310000/112307500/112307402/1d1762d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Perla Mare - Sauna Experience - On a lake near Amsterdam Vinkeveen - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=112307402&PinnedHotelID=112307402&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102010000/102002300/102002202/bc6e30ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW - Little Asia - Houseboat on a lake near Amsterdam with Sauna Vinkeveen - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Laundry 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=102002202&PinnedHotelID=102002202&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106380000/106372100/106372046/7614f7d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New- Waterhouse Linada, on a lake near Amsterdam Vinkeveen - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=106372046&PinnedHotelID=106372046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102890000/102882400/102882309/3e9ea935.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW - Private Cabin - on a lake near Amsterdam Vinkeveen - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=102882309&PinnedHotelID=102882309&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102890000/102882400/102882316/10764d4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW - Waterfont Villa08 - on a lake near Amsterdam Vinkeveen - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=102882316&PinnedHotelID=102882316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36930000/36927200/36927172/0ff2dda8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Amsterdam Chalet at The Lake! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 250778 ## 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%7C52.22720%2C4.93656&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OTKmzal149ZZrz_vvDnEXdAnHyY=) Vinkeveen, Utrecht #### What's nearby - Vinkeveense Plassen - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Ziggo Dome - 16 min drive - 9.0 miles - Van Gogh Museum - 24 min drive - 13.4 miles - Dam Square - 27 min drive - 14.2 miles - Anne Frank House - 29 min drive - 14.8 miles #### Getting around - Holendrecht Station - 14 min drive - Bullewijk Station - 14 min drive - Schiphol Airport (AMS) - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bistro De Zuwe - ‬12 min walk - ‪'t Kruytvat - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wander Island - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Harbour Club - ‬6 min drive - ‪Lelie Garden - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is NEW - The Cosy Houseboat - on a lake near Amsterdam pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at NEW - The Cosy Houseboat - on a lake near Amsterdam? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at NEW - The Cosy Houseboat - on a lake near Amsterdam? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at NEW - The Cosy Houseboat - on a lake near Amsterdam? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is NEW - The Cosy Houseboat - on a lake near Amsterdam located? > Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is steps from Vinkeveense Plassen and within 9 mi (15 km) of Loosdrecht Lakes and Academic Medical Centre. Aalsmeer Flower Auction and Ziggo Dome are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## NEW - The Cosy Houseboat - on a lake near Amsterdam Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Hubert G. 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy sehr gut eingerichtetes Feriendomizil. Tolle Kaffeemaschine u. sonstige Geräte was man so braucht.Sehr gepflegter Aussenbereich mit tollem Chillraum!!!Ideal für Familien mit Hund ##### Hubert G. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holger U. 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Cosy Houseboat Sehr schöne Woche, gerne wieder ...Kontakt und Kommunikation top, sehr freundlich, sehr schnell ##### Holger U. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Nicole J. 2 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Schöne Unterkunft Sehr schöne Lage ##### Nicole J. 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