A rare find! Enjoy old-world atmosphere with today’s comforts at this opulent
apartment located at the Vondelpark and Amsterdam's main canals, just a minute's
walk from major museums such as the Rijks Museum and Van Gogh
Museum. Amsterdam’s most prestigious shopping street, the P.C. Hooftstraat,
is around the corner, as are many restaurants and bars. This exclusive apartment
offers fresh flower bouquets, discreet service, a wonderful location and ample food / drink amenities. All these amenities are replenished during your stay.
With its
antique furniture from the "Empire" period (Napoleonic era), this luxurious apartment
is unique in style and quality. The second-floor apartment is 70 m² (750
sq ft) and comprises 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2 large reception rooms, and a private
garden patio. The very quiet bedroom is at the back of the house and offers a large
double bed (not separable). The living and dining room feature antiques, high ceilings
with period mouldings, and a working fireplace (in addition to central heating). The
stylish living room has two large windows and double doors to a French balcony with
park views. The walls are lined with silk draperies, reminiscent of Empress
Josephine's boudoir. The walls in the garden room (at the back of the apartment) are
also lined with silk. During the summer, guests are welcome to use the private, quiet
garden patio. During chilly evenings, the fireplace makes all the difference ! Firewood is supplied.
The bathroom has a shower (no bathtub) and comfortable floor heating;
hair dryer is provided. The fully equipped kitchenette includes a
stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, coffeemaker, and convection/microwave oven.
Amenities: Stereo radio and CD player, and TV with video upon request.
The kitchen is stocked with a wide range of food and drinks; from milk, cheeses, cold meat cuts to nuts, crackers, wines, yoghurts, breads, coffees, teas, cured fish, etc, etc.
Also included in
the price: Personal laundry and ironing. Fresh flower bouquets and fresh fruits,
refreshed during your stay. On a weekly basis: maid service including fresh
bedlinen, towels, personal laundry/ironing. Wood for fireplace.
Upon
request (not included): Driver and car for transfer to the airport and/or day trips and
sightseeing at a modest rate.