Look no further this place is amazing! Home is fully equip with everything you need - soap, shampoo, towels, big blowdryer, a good steam iron, washer & dryer with detergent too and good strong wifi. Istanbul is extremely safe even for female solo travellers, but if you need more security, Berna's building is armed with keycode security gate and her apartment has 3 locks to make you feel triple safe. Response were always quick from Berna. We encountered problems with aircon remote & internet but Berna sent someone to help us right away. Location is amazing! 5-7mins walk to the shopping and food busy Istiklal Street and Taksim Square and metro/train station, yet away from the noise. During peak traffic hours on the road, it's best to take the metro/trains and trams which take you to great places around Istanbul quickly. There are so many hidden treasures to explore around Berna's neighbourhood which conveniently connects to Beyoglu/Galata districts if you continue the walk. Vintage stores, antiques, furniture, museums, cafes, breakfast, vegan-friendly eats, thousands of adorable cats and dogs to 'Merhaba' to and so much more.