Beatrijs is the most famous independent midwife of the Netherlands and most likely of the world. She is a true advocate of the natural birth and the Dutch tradition of giving birth at home. Beatrijs wrote several books on pregnancy and giving birth and appears regularly in the Dutch and international media. At the moment she is writing a autobiographical trilogy on women, sex and love. Beatrijs is married with Roel, a well known documentary film director and musician. Beatrijs and Roel have two grown-up sons. Beatrijs: 'We think this canal is the most beautiful place to live in Amsterdam. From the moment we saw the house for the first time, we fell in love with the location and with the house.'

Beautifully restored 17th century house in the heart of Amsterdam. The house is situated on one of the best well kept secrets in the heart of Amsterdam, one of the most picturesque canals of the city, with old sailing ships right in front of the house. The space where you will stay is enormous, an expertience you will never forget. It is a very quiet spot, a great sleeping place and to come to rest. In summertime you can enjoy the sunshine in front of the house, until at least 22.00 hrs pm and from there oversee the old medieval city of Amsterdam. You will enjoy the boats slowly coming by. It's relaxing! The apartment is tastefully appointed and renovated for any traveler, with a new bathroom (shower), with plenty of space. If you are tired walking it is great to launch and read a book or surf the internet with our wifi network. We have a romantic sleeping area with a kingsize bed (180-200 cm).

The location of the house is absolutely gorgeous. When you stand in front of the house, it is as if you are standing in the 17th century. Furthermore, everything in Amsterdam is walkable from the house! Nearby, 5 minutes walk, there are wonderful terrasses, where you can have sunny hours and dinner after a great swim in a canal- swimming-pool around the corner, in front of Pension Homeland. A truelly great spot! There are several impressing museums in the neighbourhood (Scheepvaartmuseum, Tropenmuseum, Rembrandt-huis), lovely markets like the Waterlooplein-market and a greenery market on the Nieuwmarkt square. Wonderful shopping areas like the Rokin, Kalverstraat & Nieuwedijk are nearby, as well as the famous '9 streets'. The central railway station and city subway are only 3-5 minutes walk and will bring you everywhere where you want to go. This is a truly great spot from where to discover the city.