If you need a calm, functional, beautiful apartment with the bonus of a quiet back yard, then Tuçe's place is that oasis, in bustling Kadıköy.
The area, Moda, is achingly trendy on one hand with very popular places to eat and drink, but it is also very residential and calm. It is a 5 minute walk downhill to the coastal promenade and the amazing Caferağa district is within minutes in the other direction.
Tuçe was very responsive from the start and very welcoming. She could not make it in person, but her father (who we communicated with in English perfectly) was ready to receive us when we arrived.
Her place was perfect - although because of our need to use a laptop at a table we asked if there was an extension lead and voila (!) in about 10 minutes one appeared outside our apartment door! She had taken the trouble to welcome us with some nibbles and wine too.
All in all, a wonderful stay for us and a super host.