It's located very closely to the Topkapi Palace & Gülhane Park (it's around 2 minutes walk from the house to the main gates of Gülhane Park). You can walk to both the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) in less than 10 minutes. The nearest public transportation is the Gülhane tram station (around 5-10 minutes walking). The only issue i had was the minor steep hill climb to the house, as it's difficult for my mother (she's old). The stairs in the house is also a steep climb (could be an issue if you have many luggages). This is not an issue for me and my wife. The house is located in a touristic place so the cost of food is quite pricey, you can get cheaper food at shops close to the Gülhane tramp station. It's also possible to walk from the house to the spice bazaar & grand bazar (if you enjoy walking), it's not that far. The area quiet & safe, good for families.