16 Reviews of Property 426550 in East Amsterdam, Netherlands

We have used VRBO many times both in Europe and the States...this was by far the most satisfying experience. Martijn was extremely helpful when we booked the apartment and also upon our arrival. It was nice to have the owner meet us (which is unusual) and show/explain the apartment and appliances. The apartment is as pictured, clean, well appointed and spacious. The area was convenient to everything we wanted to see and do. Grocery store, wine store and restaurants within five minutes. Museums walking distance or a short tram ride away When we booked the apartment we hadn't realized we would be in Amsterdam for the King's investiture (what a party), Rememberance Day and Liberation Day. That was an added bonus. Thank you Martjin for printing out our tickets for the Andre Rieu Concert.

Barbara and Mike
Washington, DC

We would like to confirm all the positives listed by previous reviewers and to add that the apartment more than met the high expectations they create. It is large, light-filled, very livable, and in a perfect location both for everyday living and for whatever one might want (or have) to do in Amsterdam, whether on a short or a long stay. Trams 9 & 14 were rerouted during our visit (for how long we don’t know), but having the subway so close we did not miss them, especially as so much we wanted to do was within walking distance.

In the apartment itself, the kitchen works very well (allowing a cook to be as ambitious as he or she wants to be), the study provides excellent workspace (and/or out-of-the-way storage), the bedroom is spacious and the bed very comfortable, the living and dining areas are welcoming, and the outside deck is an urban oasis. A full-size Albert Heijn supermarket is very close by, another supermarket (Marqt) is just across the Amstel, and there are excellent restaurants close at hand in every direction (among those we enjoyed were Olijfje, just downstairs, and Greetje’s and Breitner, each no more than a 10 minute walk).

Finally, like other reviewers, we very much appreciated Martijn’s attention and responsiveness. It’s a bit paradoxical to say that when we travel, we want to feel at home, but that’s exactly how we felt during our two weeks in Amsterdam.

I have been in Amsterdam many times and I can tell that it's very hard to find a place that is central and charming, but also has all the modern comfort, offers plenty of space and light and is affordable. But this time I was lucky to find exactly that! I felt really at home in this apartment. It's stylish, full of light with lots of windows on three sides, it has all the equipment one can think of, it's made for living and not for "renting out", like so many others, and it makes a great difference! It also has a beautiful terrace that could become your living room whenever the sun is shining. And it's on the upper (5th) floor, but you don't have to climb the famous and dreaded "Amsterdam stairs", which can be quite an adventure and might also prevent you from bringing any luggage with you as well as from drinking (and eating) too much! But this modern house has got a full size elevator as well as a full size staircase! Believe me, this is rare enough in Amsterdam. Another great side of this apartment, and quite important as well - the owner is the nicest and the most helpful person you can imagine. Whenever I needed something or had questions, he was always very quick to answer and to help. It was a pleasure meeting him. Now the location: it's as central as you can wish. You can easily walk to nearly every place worth seeing from there, and Amsterdam is great for walking and well worth seeing all over! I couldn't have been happier with my choice. The only thing there I might wish for - is to come back some day! Thanks so much, Martijn!

We rented Martijn's apartment as a family of 3 of which one is a 8 month old baby. Martijn personally greeted us upon arrival. The apartment is very well located in downtown Amsterdam, walking distance to Dam, Rembrandt and Waterloo square, Supermarket is around the corner. The apartment has a parking garage under the building which we used for our rental car. Upon entering the apartment we thought that the apartment looked bigger and lighter then what the photos do justice. It is a very well maintained and clean apartment, fully furnished with all appliances and kitchen-ware needed for a perfect stay in Amsterdam and the apartment is as cosy as the pictures show. We would certainly recommend this apartment to others but we also would rent this apartment again when we are back in Amsterdam.

My husband and I used VRBO for the first time on our recent trip to Amsterdam and very glad we did. The owner, Martijn, was very accommodating and communicative during the rental process and then later upon arrival in Amsterdam. Our flight arrived earlier than the check-in time but Martijn let us come directly to the apartment, which was very nice after a long flight from the U.S. The apartment was exactly as the listing described and then some...beautiful, modern, and very clean. Martijn prepared a welcome basket that included wine, snacks, and breakfast items, and provided complimentary coffee. The washer/dryer in the apartment was essential for packing light. The location was good and close to the Waterlooplein metro stop which was very useful in getting to the Centrale train station for the next leg of our trip to Brussels. Overall, a great experience and wonderful place to stay for 4 nights in Amsterdam!

Very well appointed large apartment. Good location, clean, quiet and well equipped. Good restaurants near by. Easy access to metro or tram. I would stay here again on returning to Amsterdam.

This unit is exactly as described and pictured. The unit is very clean and the furniture is very comfortable. We loved all the amenities...washer/dryer, large television, great internet connection, fully furnished kitchen, and great location. Martijn met us at the unit and made us feel very welcome. This was soooo much better than a hotel. The metro is only 5 minutes away.

The penthouse is amazing and beautifully decorated. The owner is a great guy and very easy to deal with. I am so glad we chose to do this instead of a hotel. Location is perfect, you can walk to everything. It was fun to go to the market around the corner and be able to cook small meals or breakfast in the unit.

The bed is comfortable for sleeping and the unit is very quiet. The terrace was great and there were great views as you have views in all directions.

There were TV's in both the bedroom and living room and the owner has a great selection of DVD's and CD's. The unit has a washer/dryer, microwave, and is definitely fully equipped.

Great way to experience Amsterdam, it feels like you really live there. Next time we will stay much longer and would definitely want to rent this unit again.