I stayed two months in Anne's appartment, part of the time together with my family (husband and 2 kids). We enjoyed our time very much! The appartment is located very conveniently for all kinds of activities in Istanbul. Harbiye is a neighborhood where local families as well as strangers live - for me this was a perfect mix, I could feel part of the normal live and at the same time be relaxed to live as a woman on my own. The 10-15 minutes walk to Taxim Square is pleasant - some schools, many shops on Babil street where you get everything from fruit to smartphones.

The flat is exactly as described. Particularely liked the spacious living-room and the decoration - pleasantly sober, not overdone. The kitchen unit is small but very well-equipped (we've successfully used the little oven for everything from grilled fish to baking cakes :-)). As the appartment is located on the topmost floor of the building, it can be a bit hot in summer (the fan helped a lot!). Also, Harbiye is a dynamic neighborhood, contruction work being done somewhere nearby maybe isn't unusual.

The neighbors were very nice and helpful. And Anne was available via eMail for all of my questions. For me it was the ideal place to stay - I'd love to come back if possible and have already recommended the place
to some friends. Thanks a lot Anne!