Bonita y acogedora casa situada en el centro histórico de Edam, en un lugar muy pintoresco y tranquilo. Disfrutamos de Amsterdam pero también recorrie...
Read More...Jan & Dominique
Belgium
Apr 7, 2024 - Apr 14, 2024
Became a member in: 2000
Renewal Date: 01/Apr/2025
We are both working. Our children are from 2000 and 2003, both living on their own. If allowed, they like to spend a few days with us in our exchange homes. We love to take care of pets.
Additional languages spoken
English
Affinities
Skiing,
Hiking,
The Arts
Affiliations
University Professors,
Science / Research,
NGO workers
Profession
Training / Research
Jan & Dominique
Belgium
ANTOLIN
Spain
Bonita y acogedora casa situada en el centro histórico de Edam, en un lugar muy pintoresco y tranquilo. Disfrutamos de Amsterdam pero también recorrie...
Read More...Bonita y acogedora casa situada en el centro histórico de Edam, en un lugar muy pintoresco y tranquilo. Disfrutamos de Amsterdam pero también recorriendo preciosos pueblos de la campiña, Marken, Volendam, Zaanse Schans y bonitas ciudades: Hoorn, Alkmaar, La Haya, Delf, Utrecht, Amersfoort...realmente nos encantó. Muchas gracias a Ellen y a Dennis, perfectos anfitriones, por sus detalles de bienvenida, por sus recomendaciones y por ser tan buenos comunicadores.
Read Less...Dave & Julie
United Kingdom
This was a lovely exchange. Thanks for the clear information and the welcome wine! Your home is beautiful and thanks for being such good communicator...
Read More...This was a lovely exchange. Thanks for the clear information and the welcome wine! Your home is beautiful and thanks for being such good communicators around the exchange.
Read Less...Lotta & Markus
Germany
We had a great, chill week in Amsterdam. Ellen's and Dennis' flat is cozy and bright, with lots of cardboard games (which we enjoyed a lot). It is sit...
Read More...We had a great, chill week in Amsterdam. Ellen's and Dennis' flat is cozy and bright, with lots of cardboard games (which we enjoyed a lot). It is situated in a very quiet street, yet surprisingly close to a vibrant area with lots of little shops. Amsterdam is just a cool place with so many different possibilities. We would have loved to visit one of the children's farms in the city, but we were too busy visiting other things like the Rijksmuseum (also very recommended for families), a trip to the Archeon museum in Alphen, riding Ellen's and Dennis' bikes through the city and playing at least two cardboard games a day. Ellen was very easily accessible for any type of questions via Whatsapp. When we got home, everything was very clean and tidy and the cats seemed to have enjoyed their time with Ellen and Dennis, too. :-) So: Thank you a lot for this uncomplicated swap!
Read Less...Alice
Austria
We felt very comfortable in the apartment and enjoyed thr qiuet neighborhood.Your recommendations and suggestions were very helpful. We had a great ti...
Read More...We felt very comfortable in the apartment and enjoyed thr qiuet neighborhood.Your recommendations and suggestions were very helpful. We had a great time! Thanks!
Read Less...Nita
Netherlands
Echt ideaal gelegen, lopen naar de Albert Cuyck, metro de Pijp en lopen naar de tram die elke 6 minuten naar de stad rijdt en toch een heel rustige pl...
Read More...Echt ideaal gelegen, lopen naar de Albert Cuyck, metro de Pijp en lopen naar de tram die elke 6 minuten naar de stad rijdt en toch een heel rustige plek.
Read Less...Roland & Lizette
Belgium
Ellen and Dennis' apartment is ideally located to discover Amsterdam. We gratefully used their bikes and felt like a local for a moment. Thanks to bot...
Read More...Ellen and Dennis' apartment is ideally located to discover Amsterdam. We gratefully used their bikes and felt like a local for a moment. Thanks to both for this very successful home exchange.
Read Less...Wim
Belgium
Ellen, Denis and family live in very nice apartment in the center of Amsterdam, close to famous sights like the Rijksmuseum. The apartment is located ...
Read More...Ellen, Denis and family live in very nice apartment in the center of Amsterdam, close to famous sights like the Rijksmuseum. The apartment is located in a lovely and quiet neighborhood. The lively area 'De Pijp' (with restaurants and pubs) is within walking distance. Very warm welcome and smooth communication. Recommended.
Read Less...Christel & Jérôme
Switzerland
We spent 2 very nice weeks in the small but well located apartment (and also quiet and safe) from Ellen and Denis. Near the museums area and we had th...
Read More...We spent 2 very nice weeks in the small but well located apartment (and also quiet and safe) from Ellen and Denis. Near the museums area and we had the plaisir to use the bikes that were at our disposal. Thank you for all the informations about Amsterdam and things to do. We had a great time!
Read Less...Anna & Hubert
Norway
We had absolutely great time while staying in your place in Amsterdam. Your apartment offered all we have needed and was perfectly located - very clos...
Read More...We had absolutely great time while staying in your place in Amsterdam. Your apartment offered all we have needed and was perfectly located - very close to many attractions, yet still sheltered from big city noise and rush. Meeting you in person on our way to the Netherlands was really nice and thoughtful. I hope that some day we can exchange again. There is no doubt that we will be coming back to Amsterdam and surrounding.
Read Less...Eduardo
Spain
Stacey & Jeff
United States
Barbara
Italy
We spent 10 fantastic days here: the information provided were very helpful as well as recommendations for restaurants. We moved always by bike, whic...
Read More...We spent 10 fantastic days here: the information provided were very helpful as well as recommendations for restaurants. We moved always by bike, which were provided by the owners; we rented a bike just for our youngest child. All was well organized!
Read Less...Simultaneous Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | Serbia |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Ref:GOLD
Our apartment is located in the cutest town possible. Amsterdam with all its museums, restaurants, shops and parks are all in 30 min public transport distance. Double living room, two bedrooms, including office area. Wifi/internet access. Parking in front of the house is free.
We have 2 bedrooms. One has the double bed, one a single bed.
We also own a sleeping couch in the living area, but since the house is not very big we would not feel comfortable swapping the house with 4-5 people. Of course, 1-2 nights would be fine! Please feel free to communicate about what you need!
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
A beautiful, green and quiet area, close to Central Amsterdam. Edam itself is beautiful! We have multiple bakeries, a mediterranean freshshop and a supermarket at 900 m. From Edam you can take the bus to go into Amsterdam in 24 min. (recommended) or take the car. Edam is a safe, quaint neighbourhood where the people greet each other. Parking is free and in front of the house.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Edam is beautiful, and is very old. There is a museum and cheese-tasting shops. The immediate environment is breathtakingly charming and quaint.
We live close to Amsterdam.
http://www.iamsterdam.nl is very useful for tourists and locals.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Please check our exchange preferences below. We are free to exchange outside of school holidays. We would love to spend a (couple of) week(s) working from another country!
Lots of English books. Talk to us if you need anything else!
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2000
Renewal Date: 01/Apr/2025
We are both working. Our children are from 2000 and 2003, both living on their own. If allowed, they like to spend a few days with us in our exchange homes. We love to take care of pets.
Additional languages spoken
English
Affinities
Skiing,
Hiking,
The Arts
Affiliations
University Professors,
Science / Research,
NGO workers
Profession
Training / Research
Jan & Dominique
Belgium
ANTOLIN
Spain
Bonita y acogedora casa situada en el centro histórico de Edam, en un lugar muy pintoresco y tranquilo. Disfrutamos de Amsterdam pero también recorrie...
Read More...Bonita y acogedora casa situada en el centro histórico de Edam, en un lugar muy pintoresco y tranquilo. Disfrutamos de Amsterdam pero también recorriendo preciosos pueblos de la campiña, Marken, Volendam, Zaanse Schans y bonitas ciudades: Hoorn, Alkmaar, La Haya, Delf, Utrecht, Amersfoort...realmente nos encantó. Muchas gracias a Ellen y a Dennis, perfectos anfitriones, por sus detalles de bienvenida, por sus recomendaciones y por ser tan buenos comunicadores.
Read Less...Dave & Julie
United Kingdom
This was a lovely exchange. Thanks for the clear information and the welcome wine! Your home is beautiful and thanks for being such good communicator...
Read More...This was a lovely exchange. Thanks for the clear information and the welcome wine! Your home is beautiful and thanks for being such good communicators around the exchange.
Read Less...Lotta & Markus
Germany
We had a great, chill week in Amsterdam. Ellen's and Dennis' flat is cozy and bright, with lots of cardboard games (which we enjoyed a lot). It is sit...
Read More...We had a great, chill week in Amsterdam. Ellen's and Dennis' flat is cozy and bright, with lots of cardboard games (which we enjoyed a lot). It is situated in a very quiet street, yet surprisingly close to a vibrant area with lots of little shops. Amsterdam is just a cool place with so many different possibilities. We would have loved to visit one of the children's farms in the city, but we were too busy visiting other things like the Rijksmuseum (also very recommended for families), a trip to the Archeon museum in Alphen, riding Ellen's and Dennis' bikes through the city and playing at least two cardboard games a day. Ellen was very easily accessible for any type of questions via Whatsapp. When we got home, everything was very clean and tidy and the cats seemed to have enjoyed their time with Ellen and Dennis, too. :-) So: Thank you a lot for this uncomplicated swap!
Read Less...Alice
Austria
We felt very comfortable in the apartment and enjoyed thr qiuet neighborhood.Your recommendations and suggestions were very helpful. We had a great ti...
Read More...We felt very comfortable in the apartment and enjoyed thr qiuet neighborhood.Your recommendations and suggestions were very helpful. We had a great time! Thanks!
Read Less...Nita
Netherlands
Echt ideaal gelegen, lopen naar de Albert Cuyck, metro de Pijp en lopen naar de tram die elke 6 minuten naar de stad rijdt en toch een heel rustige pl...
Read More...Echt ideaal gelegen, lopen naar de Albert Cuyck, metro de Pijp en lopen naar de tram die elke 6 minuten naar de stad rijdt en toch een heel rustige plek.
Read Less...Roland & Lizette
Belgium
Ellen and Dennis' apartment is ideally located to discover Amsterdam. We gratefully used their bikes and felt like a local for a moment. Thanks to bot...
Read More...Ellen and Dennis' apartment is ideally located to discover Amsterdam. We gratefully used their bikes and felt like a local for a moment. Thanks to both for this very successful home exchange.
Read Less...Wim
Belgium
Ellen, Denis and family live in very nice apartment in the center of Amsterdam, close to famous sights like the Rijksmuseum. The apartment is located ...
Read More...Ellen, Denis and family live in very nice apartment in the center of Amsterdam, close to famous sights like the Rijksmuseum. The apartment is located in a lovely and quiet neighborhood. The lively area 'De Pijp' (with restaurants and pubs) is within walking distance. Very warm welcome and smooth communication. Recommended.
Read Less...Christel & Jérôme
Switzerland
We spent 2 very nice weeks in the small but well located apartment (and also quiet and safe) from Ellen and Denis. Near the museums area and we had th...
Read More...We spent 2 very nice weeks in the small but well located apartment (and also quiet and safe) from Ellen and Denis. Near the museums area and we had the plaisir to use the bikes that were at our disposal. Thank you for all the informations about Amsterdam and things to do. We had a great time!
Read Less...Anna & Hubert
Norway
We had absolutely great time while staying in your place in Amsterdam. Your apartment offered all we have needed and was perfectly located - very clos...
Read More...We had absolutely great time while staying in your place in Amsterdam. Your apartment offered all we have needed and was perfectly located - very close to many attractions, yet still sheltered from big city noise and rush. Meeting you in person on our way to the Netherlands was really nice and thoughtful. I hope that some day we can exchange again. There is no doubt that we will be coming back to Amsterdam and surrounding.
Read Less...Eduardo
Spain
Stacey & Jeff
United States
Barbara
Italy
We spent 10 fantastic days here: the information provided were very helpful as well as recommendations for restaurants. We moved always by bike, whic...
Read More...We spent 10 fantastic days here: the information provided were very helpful as well as recommendations for restaurants. We moved always by bike, which were provided by the owners; we rented a bike just for our youngest child. All was well organized!
Read Less...Maravillosa estancia en Edam!
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