Arrantea Guest House Bed & Breakfast, Stoombootweg 11, 1035 TS Amsterdam, Noord Holland, Netherlands
Stoombootweg 11, 1035 TS Amsterdam
+31 644 198785, +31 847 113547
Innkeeper: Therese Goos
http://www.thegooses.com
Arrantea Guest House Bed & Breakfast is a drug- and smoke-free establishment situated in the safest northern area of Amsterdam within a few busminutes from the heart of the city. This neighborhood of Amsterdam is the only one who has kept its original appearance of a Dutch village from a century ago. So guests of Arrantea Guest House B&B will enjoy picturesque surroundings and at the same time they have 24-hour access by bus to any center point of Amsterdam. The house offers cozy guest rooms, each with a private bathroom, TV set, heating, free wireless internet. Free ample parking space, airport pickup and bike rental are also available.
An interview with the innkeeper(s) of Arrantea Guest House Bed & Breakfast (07th of June 2009)
What is(are) your name(s)?
Ruud and Therese Goos
For how long have you been running a B&B?
12 years
Please share something about the history of your present bed and breakfast.
When we bought this house in 1996 we had running it as a B&B already in mind. This area in Amsterdam is just perfect. Away from the 24hr noisy hectic centre of the city in a traditional Dutch village-like street. But still within the city and with a 24/7 bus connection to the very centre of Amsterdam. We converted the bedrooms into bedrooms with bathrooms and have been running it as a B&B for international guests ever since... We have met the nicest people from all over the world. And it was the perfect chance for us too, to keep practicing the many different languages that we had learned in school...
What are the unique characteristics of your B&B?
We take great pride in being a smoke- and drugs free establishment ! With the weird reputation Amsterdam has, that seems almost unique nowadays. We have private free parking for our guest on our premises. Parking a car anywhere in Amsterdam is a nightmare so having our own private parking space is a big bonus. Being located where we are, it is also easy to visit 'Zaanse Schans' the (traditional) windmill village.
Based on your guests' opinions, what feature of your B&B has made their stay special?
In our guestbooks many guests mention the helpfulness and personal attention as well as the typical Dutch laid back attitude and open mind. The setting seems perfect to most guests. The large breakfasts, usually enough to make lunch too. The easy and free pick up from Central Station on arrival is greatly appreciated as well as the drop off at the end. For those guests without a car of course...
Please describe in short your bed and breakfast and its general services and amenities.
All our guestrooms have private bathrooms. We have 1 (4p) Family room which is on the ground floor and therefore also accessible for a wheelchair. There is free private parking for all guests on our premises. There's free wireless high speed internet available 24/7.
How many rooms are offered at your B&B and what is its maximum capacity?
There are 2 double rooms and 1 Family-room (4p).
What kinds of rooms do you offer?
1x Sunset room (extra bed possible); 1x Sunrise room; 1x Family (4p) or Cottage room (extra bed possible).
Please describe the in-room facilities for each type of room in your B&B.
All guest rooms have a private bathroom with toilet and shower. Bedlinen, towels, hairdryer etc. are provided. There are also a mini bar and TV set with approximately 30 channels, in English too.
Which room is your personal favorite?
We like them all...
What do the room rates include?
Room, bed linen, towels, breakfast, parking, VAT, wireless internet, pick up and drop off at Amsterdam Central Station. Airport pick up is also possible at a surcharge...
What may guests expect from a typical breakfast at your property?
Continental (Dutch) breakfast.
When and where is breakfast served?
Breakfast is brought to the room(s) at 08:00 in the morning.
Are dietary needs accommodated?
Yes
Do you serve other meals?
No
Are there cooking facilities, which guests may use?
No
Is your bed and breakfast suitable for children?
Yes
Do you accept pets?
No
What is your smoking policy?
No smoking and no drugs inside! Outside guests may do whatever they like...
Is there a parking facility on premises or nearby?
Yes
Is your B&B suitable for disabled guests?
We have 1 room on the ground floor that is not designed for disabled guests but is accessible by wheelchair(s).
What safety precautions are provided at your B&B?
Standard smoke alarms and fire extinguishers.
What is your check-in/check-out policy?
Check in ; 11:00 / check out : 10:00 or by appointment
Are there a minimum number of nights for staying at your B&B?
2 consecutive nights minimum basically.
How can guests check availability and make a reservation?
Via email: stay@thegooses.com
What is you cancellation policy?
It is stated at our website: http://www.thegooses.com
What types of payment do you accept?
Visa, American Express, MasterCard, cash (Euro only)
Is there a special etiquette that guests should know about and comply with?
No special etiquette.
Please tell us what things guests might enjoy visiting, seeing, doing, etc. in your area.
Amsterdam, Zaanse Schans (the windmill village).
Where is your B&B located and how it may be reached?
When you are on the A10 (AMSTERDAM RING) take junction nr. S117. At the end of the junction turn right (Kadoelen). First street right (between Total Fuelstation and McDonald). First street left (Kadoelenweg). At the end of that road turn right (Landsmeerderdijk). The first street on your right is the STOOMBOOTWEG (it's nr. 11,
left side). It is easy, you will see....
What would you say to people who have never stayed in a bed and breakfast?
Just try it, you might be pleasantly surprised !
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