We had a wonderful time staying at Yeshim's apartment. The description of the apartment is accurate and the location is central -- within walking distance of Taksim Square and a tram line to the old city. Yeshim met us at the apartment on the first day and was full of tips on where to eat and how to see the tourist sites. She is very well plugged into the restaurant and club scene, so don't hesitate to ask for tips. Yeshim is fluent in German and English, so communication was never an issue. She also helped us graciously when we had a key mishap. A very patient landlady, she is!! Her apartment was cosy and clean. There were just four of us, but the apartment could have fit another two people easily. It has a tidy little kitchen, which we used for our breakfasts. Yeshim will even provide you with a map that leads you to a great local grocery store. Istanbul is a hilly city, so get ready for some hiking to get to the tram line, and bring really good shoes. We were there on Easter weekend, so the lines to all the most famous spots were quite long. Bear in mind that there are a lot of people in this city who live in harsh conditions. It can be a little shocking. On the other hand, the warmth and true hospitality that we encountered at every turn made the whole trip all the more meaningful -- you know, aside from the world famous architectural and historical treasures. If you have any trouble walking, you might have to consider a hotel closer to the tram line, but this apartment is perfect for anyone in reasonably good shape and a desire to see how middle-class folks live in Istanbul.