Dündar and his girlfriend are very friendly. They did everything to make us at home. If you need anything, just ask them. They will be happy to help you. They had great advises about Istanbul, and the place is amazing (beautiful design). I forgot to tell him that my friend and I are not a couple and he managed to arrange a great room with king size beds with tv, stereo and sofa (We could not dream better). You will have access to the living room and the kitchen where we can share nice moment with your host or other guests. The apartment is on the top of hill but it's 15 min walk to Taksim and there is plenty of bus nearby (number 70ky) to Taksim that cost 1TL and plenty of taxi (6TL or 10TL if the driver is dishonest) that will take you to Taksim in 2 minutes. So location is not an issue. There is plenty of shop in the street (food, night shop, Carrefour). I do recommend Dündar's place. Enjoy your holidays !