The Piri Reisplein Residence No 2
Perks for the Parents
This spacious modern apartment in Amsterdam comes with plenty of children’s toys and overlooks a beautiful natural playground. It sleeps 6 + 1. Spend your days sightseeing in this family-friendly city full of green spaces, before you settle down to relax for the evening in this cozy residence - you’ll find TVs in the master bedroom, second bedroom and living room, so you can catch up on your favorite shows after the kids go to bed. There are 2 terraces to choose from, so you can sit out on the hammock during the warm summer nights and take in the beautiful park views. If you feel like cooking, the fully-equipped kitchen comes with a big gas-fired stove and huge oven, so it’s ideal for family meals, but there are plenty of child-friendly cafes and restaurants nearby too.
Why Kids Love it
The hosts have lots of toys for children under 10, including Lego, K’nex, puzzles, board games, dolls and soft toys. They can provide an alternative camp bed in the children’s bedroom if your kids are under 2 and too young to use the top bunk bed. Amsterdam is known for being a family-friendly city so it’s a great place to take the kids on vacation: visit the nearby Rembrantpark or Vondelpark for beautiful green spaces, open air theaters and boating on the lakes, or take a trip into the city for the child-friendly NEMO science museum and Artis Zoo (both around 35 minutes away) during the cooler months.
Things to Know
Minimum stay: 5 nights. The apartment is on the top floor (4th) of a modern complex but is serviced by an elevator. Car hire is not necessary in this area - the city is known for its reliable and efficient public transport - the nearest tram stop is just 3 minutes’ walk. The apartment is well suited for toddlers and younger children: the hosts can supply children’s utensils, high chair, window guards, travel crib and plenty of toys and books. The residence comes with a dishwasher, washer/dryer, TV and WiFi.
About the Location
The apartment is located in the west of Amsterdam, at the edge of the Baarsjes and Oud-West neighborhoods. Schipol airport is around 20 minutes away by car or train/tram. The city center is a 5-minute tram ride away and the Vondelpark (Amsterdam's smaller version of the Westerpark) is just 15 minutes’ walk. This is a quiet area yet perfectly situated for access to the city center. The natural playground ‘Plan West’ is a 1-minute walk, which opens 5/6 days a week from 12-6pm - the perfect spot for running, playing and burning off some energy. On arrival, the hosts will provide a full list of all the great restaurants and bars that are within walking distance (and how child friendly they are). The Foodcourt known as the 'Hallen' (5 minutes’ walk) is great for the whole family, with a cinema, food stalls and library.
Accommodation Details
This residence has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, all set on 1 floor. There’s a living area with a large corner sofa, 50 inch TV, dining table seating 6/8 and a contemporary kitchen. The master bedroom has 1 kingsize bed, the second bedroom/TV room has 1 double bed (with storage underneath) and the children’s bedroom has a bunk bed (for children aged 2-10) and a toddler bed on the bottom (with bed guard). The apartment has 2 terraces: one at the front of the apartment overlooking a peaceful natural playground and one at the side that has a hammock, perfect for relaxation.
Style Notes
Park-side apartment. This modern apartment was completely refurbished in 2014 to incorporate modern appliances and a stylish open plan layout. The hosts have decorated their home with neutral tones and natural wood floors, finished with pops of color and patterned furnishings. We love the tropical print wallpaper in the bedroom (mirroring the botanical aspect from the terrace), the mid-century style leather dining chairs, and the spectacular floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room.
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Air Conditioning
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Baby Bath
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Baby Monitor
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Babysitter / Nanny
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Backyard / Garden
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Balcony
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Bathtub
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Bed Rails
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Bicycles
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Cabinet Locks
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Changing Table
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Chef / Catering
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Children's Dinnerware
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Corner Guards
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DVD Library
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DVD Player
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Dishwasher
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Elevator
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Fireplace Guards
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Game Console
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High Chair
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Housekeeper
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Outlet Plugs
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Parking
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Pet-friendly
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Pool
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Pool Gate
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Stair Gates
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Television
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Toys / Children's Books
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Washer / Dryer
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Wifi
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Window Guards
Oud-West, Amsterdam
Handsome houses and street markets
This area of the city is 10-minutes to the east of downtown and is known for its handsome houses, busy shopping streets and street markets. It's close to the Vondelpark and is a great place for a family, with good restaurants and terraces for people-watching. It's also known for having the highest concentration of coffee bars in the city.
