Efe is a great host. And with the help of his brother and friend they will ensure you have everything you need to make you comfortable in the apt and also your visit to their city an enjoyable one. Any question by email before arrival Efe responded to immediately. When I enquired about the best way of getting from airport to apartment Efe clearly explained the shuttle bus option as opposed to taxi which would be much more expensive and likely no quicker in the traffic. He even offered to pick us up at Taksim Square even though the apt was only one metro stop away. When we arrived at the apt Efe's brother and friend were just finishing the apt from the previous tenants. When speaking about the best way of getting around Efe's brother offered us a card which could be topped up, similar to our Oyster card but can be shared. They day before checkout I emailed Efe and told him I was changing the locks on the apartment. It felt a real privilege to be there and was so comfortable I didn't want to leave it. The apt was ingeniously designed, spacious in the living areas and compact and practical in the shower room and kitchen, though not at all cramped. There was one curiosity about the layout in that there was a dining table that would easily seat 10 which seemed a bit oversized for the compact kitchen. The living area was sizeable to handle the table so this was only a curiosity. This apartment was designed by an architect for himself and it felt a real opportunity to experience the place. The night before we left Efe got in touch offering to pick us up in the morning to take us to Taksim Square for the airport shuttle. Most generous of Efe, but it felt like extradition. I will be back.