Hatice is a wonderful host. The view from the apartment is stunning. Istanbul is fascinating. We were delighted with the wonderful service which we received from Hatice. The apartment had everything we needed for a stay of about six days. To the west is the real Istanbul as the ordinary Turkish people know it. To the east is the more upmarket touristy area along Istiklal Cadessi. To the south, two stops on the metro, across the Golden Horn is the Old City of Istanbul. And everywhere are the fantastic cats of Istanbul. (If you don't know about them, find out before you go.)