To start with, Aslinaz is a nice person and honestly I was surprised by her good English when I spoke with her on the phone. The apartment was suitable to a 6 persons family with old fashioned furniture. The airconditiong unit is available in the living area only, so during warm weather time it's going to be uncofrtable alittle if you are in the bedrooms. The kitchen was equipped with the sliverware and kitchen ware that we needed. The apartment was in the second floor which was no problem because the elevator in the building was a relief for my kids. The location is excellent since the building is in the heart of Taksim and 70 meters away from Istiklal street and about 300 meters from Taksim Metro station and taksim square, the metro bus station is about 70 meters in the same street and those metro busses are like a mini-bus which transfer passengers to different main location in Istanbul with a fare higher than what it cost in the public transportation but much less than a taxi fare. The family enjoyed the visit and being in istanbul however I face one problem since I'm a light sleeper, the noise from the bars and pubs nearby was aloud especially in the week-ends. I got the chance to see Aslinaz's twin brother , they were nice and helpful. Finally I'd like to thank Aslinaz for being in touch and doing her best to help us in every way possible.