The 10 most beautiful houseboats in the Netherlands

A houseboat is an English name for a recreational home or vacation bungalow on the water. Because of its unique location and amazing views, staying on a houseboat for a holiday or weekend getaway in the Netherlands is becoming increasingly popular. Therefore, nowadays there are more and more places where you can rent a houseboat. Most houseboats are equipped with heating and can therefore be booked all year round. Also on Vipio you can book several beautiful houseboats for an unforgettable stay. Especially for you we made a top 10 with the most beautiful houseboats in the Netherlands. Check them out below. Don't wait too long to book, because before you know it they are fully booked!

Book a weekend or (short) holiday at a unique place on the water near Bataviastad in the province of Flevoland. This spacious houseboat for up to 6 people can be found among the boats in the marina of Lelystad. You can use all facilities in the marina, like food & drinks (restaurant and bar) with nice terrace, boat rental, laundromat, loan bikes, luggage carts, good sanitary facilities, playgrounds for the kids, BBQ- sailing event beach, and much more. Interested? Take a look at this houseboat

Experience the optimal feeling of freedom on this special houseboat. Enjoy the comfort of a luxury holiday home surrounded by water. While you enjoy a delicious breakfast you can watch the boats sail by. Or how about watching the sunset on the roof terrace? A special experience, at a unique location in a marina at the Sneekermeer in Friesland. Because the Sneekermeer and water sports are inseparable, there is always something going on. Would you like to discover Friesland in a unique way? Then you can rent a sloop or sailboat at the marina, for example. Check out this houseboat.

Who looks at this unique boat will probably immediately see that the design is inspired by the legendary Airstream caravans. The boat's design combines the design of this American classic with original Dutch design. And the love for design is not only visible on the outside because also in the houseboat is thought about every detail.The special looks, but certainly also its solid construction and living comfort make this boat the perfect location for a special night. The houseboat is remarkably spacious and suitable for a total of 5 people. There are 2 bedrooms, one with a double bed (2.00 m long and about 1.80 m wide) and one with two single beds. In the cozy sitting room there is another sofa bed for a fifth person. The boat has a permanent mooring in the Burgundian city of 's-Hertogenbosch. Den Bosch is a water city par excellence with a cozy center. View this houseboat

Suppose you want to get away from it all. Just the two of you, or the four of you. And you are looking for something special or something surprising so you can make memories you will never forget... Then this luxury houseboat in Friesland is for you! Sleeping on comfortable beds, taking a dive in the morning from your own terrace, drinking coffee on your private deck, enjoying the beautiful view, cooking in the fine kitchen, having drinks in the evening sun and endlessly talking about another great day. The houseboat has 2 bedrooms with comfortable beds, a bathroom with shower and toilet, a spacious living area with TV, a kitchenette with stove and refrigerator + freezer, lovely relaxing chairs and an aft deck, a spacious foredeck and a spacious upper deck with a fantastic view. To top it off, this houseboat has its own slide on the upper deck. Fun for kids and adults alike. Check out this houseboat.

This beautifully designed houseboat is located directly on the water in a unique environment. Because of the low terrace and large windows you can optimally enjoy the water and nature. This special accommodation therefore offers a unique overnight stay that you will remember for the rest of your life! This holiday home on the water can be found on the beautiful grounds of an informative and educational center that focuses on nature, recreation and education for the floriculture sector. In addition to a number of special overnight accommodations, the location includes 2 catering establishments and a regional store. Here visitors can visit the terrace for coffee/tea, breakfast, lunch, drinks and regional products. This accommodation is fully equipped so you can also enjoy several days here. The accommodation has 2 terraces where you can enjoy the surroundings. There is a terrace directly at the water and there is a second terrace on the upper floor. View this houseboat

This modern houseboat is suitable for 4-6 persons and has all luxury facilities for a pleasant and wonderful stay. The harbor lodge is located in a marina right on the Muiderzand in Almere (Flevoland). Water, boats, sun, nature and beach.... here you will find everything! You have access to a cozy living room (with sofa and TV), a bathroom and a compact open kitchen with a stove, refrigerator and a Dolce Gusto coffee maker. There are 2 bedrooms and a sofa bed in the living room. The bathroom has a shower and toilet. The harbor lodge also has free wifi. Outside, when the weather is nice, you can enjoy your own terrace with furniture where you can enjoy the unique environment until late in the evening. The marina is located against the dunes of Almere and offers everything a true water sportsman desires. The marina is the perfect base to sail on the IJmeer, the Markermeer, the IJsselmeer and the Randmeren. View this houseboat

Floating on the water, while the ducks swim by with their offspring, you will completely relax in this beautiful water villa. The accommodation has been furnished with great care and looks straight out of an interior design magazine. This unique accommodation is suitable for 4 to 6 people and is only a 20-minute drive from the center of Amsterdam! Upon entering the houseboat you will be surprised by the size of the rooms inside. This is because the boat is 20 meters long and 6 meters wide (total 250m2) and divided over two floors. The water villa has three beautiful bedrooms, where the bedroom with two comfortable bedsteads may be fun for children. The large kitchen is fully equipped, but you will want to spend most of your time in the lovely living room. After all, the deeper location allows you to study aquatic life up close from the huge sofa. View this houseboat

Experience a special overnight stay on the water with stunning views of Lake Leuker. This holiday home on the water for 4 people can be found on a beautifully located 5-star holiday park in Limburg. A place where young and old will have fun and enjoy a top vacation. The luxury vacation park is located directly on the Leuker Lake, a recreational lake that includes a harbor and a beach. In addition to its beautiful location on the water, the holiday park has various facilities that will make your holiday even more fun. Among other things, the vacation park has playgrounds, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a game hall, tennis court, padel court, snack bar, mini-golf, supermarket and bicycle and scooter rental. Are you a water sports enthusiast? To rent a canoe, boat, pedal boat or SUP Bike, you are welcome at the beach kiosk. In the summer months, you'll also find an aqua park in the water. View this houseboat

This luxurious and spacious recreation houseboat for 4 people with unobstructed views can be found in the National Park, the Weerribben-Wieden, just a few kilometers from the tourist center of Giethoorn. The modern recreation villa of over 95 m2 is an example of Dutch Design. Large glass walls offer views of the surrounding nature with a wide variety of birds, deer and rare species. The houseboat has 2 bedrooms. A large bedroom with a double bed and a smaller bedroom with bunk beds. The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, stove, refrigerator and dishwasher. On the houseboat is a bathroom with shower, bath and toilet. There is also a second separate toilet. The sheltered garden on the quay has several lounges and its own small harbor. In the late season and in the evening it is an oasis of peace and quiet. View this houseboat

In a wooded area on the edge of the Mookerheide lies this beautiful Houseboat overlooking the Mookerplas (Limburg). A wonderful holiday will certainly succeed in this accommodation. With the same comforts as a fully equipped vacation home, this Houseboat is the ultimate experience on the water in both winter and summer. From the terrace (with swim ladder) of your own Houseboat you can dive straight into the clear lake for a swim or enjoy the beautiful view. This lovely accommodation also has a roof terrace accessible via a staircase on the outside. On this terrace you can sit freely on the benches with fantastic views over the lake. The terrace has artificial grass and a parasol. View this houseboat

Are you still looking for another houseboat? No worries! On Vipio you can find many more special accommodations on or near the water. How about the water villa on this vacation park in Friesland or this cruise ship in the port of Rotterdam? Also take a look at all our special accommodations. Accommodations that are so unique that you will never forget them. We are sure you will book every stay at Vipio from then on. And would you like to surprise someone else with a nice overnight stay? Then buy a Vipio gift certificate. The most original gift for a birthday, anniversary, wedding or other occasion.

Are you the owner or manager of one or more houseboats in the Netherlands (or abroad)? Then you can also offer them for rent on Vipio. We will look for guests for you. They can book and pay directly through us. All you have to do is welcome your guests. Our motto is: No booking through Vipio means no costs. Want to know more about renting through Vipio? Then contact our team at sales@vipio.com or check this page for more information.