A lovely and cozy little apartment in the lively quarter Beyoglu close to many restaurants and bars. There is some construction work going on in the street, so be prepared for some noise during the day. We didn't really care, because were exploring magical Istanbul throughout the day anyway. Plus, as a bonus, nights were really calm and quiet, although many lively bars are just a few steps away. I was sleeping in the living room on the side of the street, and I could even open a window at night. Besides, the apartment is decorated really nicely and tasteful with a mixture of old furniture and functional equipment, including a splendid bathroom.
Handan is a great host and almost always answered within minutes, which was impressive and I admittedly liked that very much. Istanbul is a great city and I definitely will come back. Handan's place surely is on the shortlist for my choice of apartment.