A UNIQUE ADVENTURE Living on the water has always been my big dream. In 2020 I embarked on an adventure and started project Surla#1. Houseboats and Tiny houses are becoming increasingly more popular, but I couldn’t find an existing design that met all my needs. After months of preparation, numerous sketches, meetings with many partiesand a design development process with an architect as well naval construction engineers, the time hadfinally come. We started construction late October 2020 and on April 4 the following year Surla#1 went on its Maiden Voyage, fully equipped, operational and ready to become our home. We immensely enjoyed building Surla#1, our passion and fun during the development was reflected in the final result and even more by the overwhelming feedback and interest we received from the world around us. Soon it became clear to us we couldn’t keep this unique experience to ourselves. Together with my partner Judith, we founded the company Surla Group and are now professionally producing a series of Surla’s. Providing you the opportunity to either buy, rent or invest in a top of the line houseboat and start your own Surla adventure. Note: Surla has check-in hosts available at various locations. These hosts will welcome you and guide you to the houseboat. Judith Nijmeijer & Robbert Jan Meerpoel

Houseboat Isola is located in a wonderful spot in the Monnickendam Marina. The historic town of Monnickendam and a beautiful nature reserve are within walking distance. There is a bus station from which you can reach Amsterdam North within 15 minutes. The harbor is quiet and a cozy and nice place to stay during your holiday. Nature and water play a leading role in this accommodation. There is a beach bar in the harbor where you can also rent sailing boats, motor boats, SUPs and canoes.

Marina Monnickendam is embraced by the picturesque Monnickendam. And at the same time surrounded by historic towns, special nature reserves and of course: endlessly beautiful sailing areas. And that close to Amsterdam. The houseboat is moored in the harbor with a beautiful view on the Gouwzee. With a dinghy (you can hire them) you can sail to and from the houseboat. Our host will guide you the first time. A week before arrival you will receive a digital guide with all information about your stay and tips about the area. There is plenty to discover. This location is ideal for water sports enthusiasts, nature lovers, families and peace seekers. Parties or any form of noise nuisance is absolutely not allowed.