Our host was fantastic from initial booking through to showing us around the flat and the local area on arrival. He responds quickly to any requests and also kindly arranged transfers to and from the airport.

The flat was exactly as described and a lovely place to stay. It was clean and the host had considerately left us water, fruit and chocolate in the fridge :) The flat is nice and cool because it doesn't get much sunlight but it can also feel quite damp as a result.

The immediate surrounding area is residential with a small local shop down the road to buy basic bits. It's about a 7 minute walk to the main road where all the shops and restaurants are but I wouldn't recommend the walk be attempted in heels. From this main strip you have everything you need. We were able to visit Sultanahmet via tram, take a boat trip to the Princes Islands, visit Galata Tower and Taxim Square. All in 3 days.