5 beautiful houseboats for an overnight stay

The Netherlands is a land of water. Everywhere in our country you can find rivers, lakes and canals. Besides sailing on these waters, you can also live on them! In the Netherlands, people have been living on houseboats for hundreds of years and you will find houseboats of all shapes and sizes all over the country. In the city of Amsterdam alone, for example, there are more than 2,000 houseboats. Some of these houseboats in the Netherlands are rented out as accommodation for spending the night. Spending the night on a houseboat is very popular. Sleeping on the water is a special experience for many people.

Also on Vipio you can find some beautiful houseboats that you can book for a nice overnight stay, a weekend or a short holiday. The houseboats are often located in beautiful places or have stunning views. Below we have highlighted 5 special houseboats for you that you can book directly on Vipio.

This large water villa is probably one of the most beautiful houseboats in the Netherlands. Not only from the outside is the houseboat a picture, but also the interior of the houseboat is beautiful. The water villa is 120 m2 in size and has 2 floors. There is a large living room with pantry, lounge seat, bathroom with bath and shower, 2 toilets, 3 bedrooms and a large kitchen with all amenities. Sitting on the couch in the living room you literally look at the ducks and swans. From the second floor you look out through the large windows over the Dutch polder landscape. Here you live in the middle of the seasons; in the summer you can enjoy boating here. In autumn it is a pleasure to walk or cycle here and then warm yourself up by the stove. In winter you can be the first to skate here on the small, shallow ditches. And when spring arrives you can see the lambs frolicking in the meadows. In the water villa, "a room with a view" actually applies everywhere. Check out this houseboat.

This beautiful ship was built in 1900 and is probably the oldest houseboat in the Netherlands. The ship is currently on a permanent location in the marina of Naarden and can be rented for overnight stays. The ship is suitable for 7 persons and has unique, authentic and attractive furnishings. The ship has three bedrooms, a nicely equipped kitchen and two modern bathrooms. On the terrace you can enjoy the view of the marina. During your stay you can use all the facilities of the marina such as bbq locations, a natural swimming pool, playground, boat rental, bike rental and laundry. There is also a restaurant with a terrace overlooking the marina. There is an awful lot to do in the area. You can rent a boat and go on the water, but a visit to Naarden Vesting is also worthwhile. View this houseboat

Giethoorn has great appeal for tourists and day-trippers. The village is known worldwide for its picturesque houses, the many bridges and waterways where you can take tours with so-called whisper boats. Giethoorn is therefore also called "Dutch Venice. This elongated houseboat is located in a tributary in Giethoorn. The modern houseboat for 4 people 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. In the high season you can see the boats passing by from Giethoorn. A unique location to unwind and a good starting point to explore the sights of Overijssel and National Park Weerribben-Wieden. View this houseboat

If you're looking for a unique place to stay in North Holland, take a look at this houseboat. Here you can unwind on the rippling water. Its central location makes the houseboat an ideal base for excursions. Whether you want to enjoy the beach, walk in the woods or explore the dunes, it is all close by. There are also plenty of opportunities to visit local markets and colorful flower fields, so you can experience something new all the time. The houseboat is located at the marina by a beautiful lake, which is perfect for water sports enthusiasts. Want to bring your own boat? No problem, you can rent a berth. It is also possible to rent a boat, sub or sailboat. If you prefer the hustle and bustle, Alkmaar, the charming artists' village of Bergen and Haarlem can be reached within 20 minutes by car.

This houseboat in Friesland is the perfect destination for families. While the parents enjoy a drink on the terrace of the houseboat, the children will have a great time on the slide which they can use to slide right into the water from the roof of the houseboat. 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. It is even possible to take this houseboat out for a sail with a private skipper! View this houseboat

In addition to these special houseboats, you can book many more nights on boats at Vipio. For example, spend a night on this historical cruise ship. Would you rather spend the night with both feet on solid ground? Check out all the other special accommodations on Vipio and book a nice accommodation easily and quickly. On Vipio you always benefit from the lowest price and current availability.

Do you own a houseboat or a boat for special overnight stays and would you like to rent it on Vipio like many other owners? Then contact our team at [email protected]. We will gladly tell you more about the advantages of Vipio and how you can offer your boat or houseboat. Otherwise, visit our owners page and read more information about Vipio.