We stayed in the garden cottage. It is a bit rustic the way a cottage should be but It was completely comfortable and the bathing facilities unusual (like most of the Netherlands) but very adequate. Xaviera and Phillipe are so very welcoming. After flying from Geneva etc, we were tired. When our gorgeous hostess opened the door we felt at... more

My Husband and I really enjoyed our stay in Xaviera's B&B, as well as our stay in Amsterdam. Xaviera and her husband Philip are wonderful hosts and give excellent advice about where to go and how to get there. Plus this is very personalized service based on what you are interested in rather than just some general information. The B&B... more

I stayed at Xaviera's bed and breakfast for the first time in June 2009. I had the honor and pleasure of being welcomed by the infamous Madame X herself, Xaviera, and her wonderful husband Philip. Xaviera is not only one of the most interesting people I have ever met, she is also one of the most kind, genuine and entertaining.... more

Xaviera is a living legend, so I felt privileged to simply be allowed into her home, let alone sit at the breakfast table with her and her charming husband Philip who even picked me up from the airport. The house is huge, with flowering trees and a lovely backyard. I stayed in the Goliath room, and was glad I picked... more

The location is good especially if you do NOT want to stay in the busy Leidseplein or Dam Square. We were able to walk about 2 blocks to the main tram stop where we could take one of three trams to pretty much any main attraction. Amsterdam is fairly small, so you are just minutes away from anything. The trams... more