Houseboat or yacht
Houseboat rental in Holland: cruise licence-free on a Linssen yacht
A few days or a week on the water, without any rush and without a boating licence, in a comfortable home that simply travels with you.
Houseboat or motor yacht: what is the difference?
Anyone looking to rent a houseboat in Holland usually wants the same as our guests, and that is exactly what we offer, only not on a classic houseboat but on board a luxury Linssen motor yacht. A houseboat is built first of all for living on the water, while a Linssen is built for cruising and gives you the same comfort on board: a bright saloon, a fully equipped galley, proper beds and your own bathroom.
Can you cruise in Holland without a boating licence?
Yes, in the Netherlands you only need a boating licence for boats of 15 metres or longer, or boats that go faster than 20 km/h. Our Linssen yachts are shorter and slower, which makes all of them licence-free. On departure we take our time for a personal briefing and a training session, so that you set off with confidence. How licence-free boating works →
Where will you cruise?
The Randmeren are a chain of calm, sheltered lakes between the Veluwe and Flevoland, with harbour towns you reach at your own pace.
Which yacht suits you?
Each of our yachts handles calmly and predictably, and yet each has a character of its own.
Dojo
Linssen 30.0 SL SedanStylish for two guests, with two extra berths in the saloon.
from € 1,945 per week
Idefix
Linssen Grand Sturdy 35.0 ACTwo bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, a lovely fit for two couples or a family.
from € 2,445 per week
Vita Lenta
Linssen Grand Sturdy 40.1 ACFrom 2027, three cabins and six berths for the whole family or for friends.
from € 4,225 per weekPrices are for 2027 and include the final cleaning. The first and last night in our marina are free. You can read all about diesel, mooring fees and the deposit on our page What does it cost to rent a Linssen?
Frequently asked questions about houseboat rental in Holland
Can you rent a houseboat in Holland without a licence?
Yes, in the Netherlands you may skipper boats shorter than 15 metres that do not go faster than 20 km/h without a boating licence. That applies to all our Linssen yachts as well, and on departure we give you a personal briefing and a training session.
How much does it cost to rent a houseboat in Holland for a week?
With us you rent a Linssen yacht from € 1,945 per week, including the mandatory final cleaning. Diesel, mooring fees along the way and the deposit come on top of that.
What is the difference between a houseboat and a motor yacht?
A houseboat is built first of all for living on, a motor yacht such as a Linssen for cruising. You have the same comfort on board, but you travel more calmly and pleasantly, and thanks to the bow and stern thruster mooring is easier.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes, many of our guests are cruising for the first time. The Randmeren are calm, sheltered waters, the yachts cruise gently at 10 to 12 km/h, and on departure we show you at your leisure how everything works.
When is the best time for a boating holiday in Holland?
Our season runs from April to the end of October, so you can set off with us from spring until well into autumn.
How much diesel does a Linssen yacht use?
At a calm 9 to 10 km/h, Dojo uses around 3 litres per hour, Idefix around 4 litres and Vita Lenta around 5 litres.
How many people can stay on board?
Dojo is ideal for two and sleeps up to four, Idefix has two bedrooms each with its own bathroom, and from 2027 Vita Lenta offers three cabins and six berths.
Where do you depart from?
You set off from Harderwijk: our yachts lie in the marina of Molecaten Flevostrand, and from there you are straight on the Randmeren.
Curious which yacht is free on your dates?
Compare our yachts and choose your dates straight away.