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Houseboat: "De Walvis" with tender. 6p 4+ 2 kids

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A modern floating house with a flat roof, large glass windows, and a deck with seating.
A modern room with a wooden herringbone floor, a white sink, and a view of a body of water through a large window.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and bookshelf, overlooking a body of water.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a round table and wicker chairs, and a view of a body of water through large windows.
A bathroom with a white vanity, a round mirror, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Buitenkaag, South-Holland
  • Place, Kagerplassen
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Dieperpoel
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Keukenhof Gardens
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Buitenkaag

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Kagerplassen, this houseboat places you within a few miles (5 km) of Teylingen Castle Ruins. Guestrooms at this houseboat include kitchens, fireplaces, and balconies.

What's nearby

  • Kagerplassen - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dieperpoel - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Keukenhof Gardens - 20 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Vondelpark - 22 min drive - 21.0 miles
  • Van Gogh Museum - 28 min drive - 22.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sassenheim Station - 8 min drive
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪De Vergulde Vos - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪lola's voorheen Lowietje aan de kaag - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Op Eigen Wijze - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nozems - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Graaf Jan - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Houseboat: "De Walvis" with tender. 6p 4+ 2 kids

A Surla Houseboat is a sailing summer residence. Our water villas are fully equipped, 100% ecological and self-sufficient. Luxury, comfort and respect for nature come together here. From April/May on the houseboat is docked on open water. This houseboat (built in '22) is fully equipped. We'd love to welcome you as guests on our Surla houseboat to create beautiful memories with this unique experience. This specific houseboat is suitable for 4 adults and 2 children.

There is a spacious living room with a couch, dining table, tv, pellet stove and sliding doors to the front terrace with outdoor chairs. The open plan kitchen is fully equipped with an induction cooker, fridge, oven, dishwasher, kettle and Nespresso coffee machine. There's also a table-top freezer in the utility room. The bathroom is equipped with a shower, sink and a dry toilet. There are 2 bedrooms on the houseboat. Two bedrooms with hotel beds (1.80 x 2.00m), especially designed for Surla Houseboats. And a nice bunk bed for children in the hallway with a sliding door in front. Via the outside stairs you can go to the spacious rooftop terrace (24m2) where there is a lounge set to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Last but not least: on the back terrace is a warm outdoor shower, great after a swim.

Before arrival:
The check-in time is between 15.00 and 18.00pm. Earlier check-in is not possible due to cleaning of the houseboat.

We have a host available: Wendy. Please inform the host your expected arrival time. This host is also available during your stay for questions or emergencies. You will receive her phone number with the check-in instructions one week before arrival.


NOTE:
* Surla rents out several houseboats at different locations. It is possible that the location, the floorplan of the houseboat and the interior in the photos differs from the actual houseboat. All our houseboats were built in 2022-2023.

* We have a camera that faces outward, and it hangs outside on the front deck. This turns off as soon as the guests come on board. So it is purely for safety if there are no guests. There are no cameras inside.

*Swimming certificates are highly recommended. We will not recommend the houseboat for people with walking difficulties.

*We advise you to do necessary shopping before boarding. Standard on board is a few Nespresso coffee capsules, milk, sugar, tea, oil, pepper, salt and a few toilet rolls. We have towels and the beds are made for your arrival.

*There is no public transport nearby. Everything has to be done with the dinghy, such as visiting a restaurant or a supermarket.

*No parties allowed.

Our Surla Houseboats are built sustainably and are 100% self-sufficient. We have ingenious systems on board that allow you to recreate without going on shore power, and we also have filter systems that mean we don't have to have water tanks on board. We are guests on the water and have done everything possible to implement 100% off-grid and ecologically responsible solutions.

We would love to welcome you as guests to create beautiful memories with this unique experience.
Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

12740

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this houseboat?

This houseboat is located in Buitenkaag, close to Keukenhof Gardens, Keukenhof Castle, and Naturalis Biodiversity Center. You'll also find Kagerplassen and Teylingen Castle Ruins within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Houseboat: "De Walvis" with tender. 6p 4+ 2 kids?

No, there isn't parking available at the houseboat.

Is this houseboat next to a casino?

No, this houseboat is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this houseboat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this houseboat.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Houseboat: "De Walvis" with tender. 6p 4+ 2 kids?

Couples staying at this houseboat will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Houseboat: "De Walvis" with tender. 6p 4+ 2 kids?

No, this houseboat doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this houseboat include breakfast service?

No, this houseboat doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this houseboat allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this houseboat.

Are there connecting rooms at Houseboat: "De Walvis" with tender. 6p 4+ 2 kids?

No, this houseboat doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this houseboat?

The closest major airport to this houseboat is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is 12.1 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Rotterdam (RTM-Rotterdam The Hague), which is located 28.7 mi away (41-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Houseboat: "De Walvis" with tender. 6p 4+ 2 kids?

Yes, every accommodation at Houseboat: "De Walvis" with tender. 6p 4+ 2 kids comes with a balcony.