Breathtaking is the word – even for people born in Istanbul revisiting their hometown like myself – to describe the experience of sitting in the living room and watching the boats and the lights dance on the waters... The apartment tastefully and minimally furnished, the wardrobes full of extra bedsheets and towels, the kitchen functionable, the area amazing. The giant construction side closeby is nearly finished, so that the noise mentioned by earlier guests is not there anymore. Simay was a great host too, taking care of little extra wishes immediately and being available at all times. The two weeks here will be remembered, and I would not hesitate to rebook for my next stay...