I had to come to Istanbul during the coronavirus pandemic for a long stay to work on some personal things. So I needed a place that is clean, safe, comfortable and central because I was going to spend most of the time indoors and required to have easy mobility around the areas of Taksim, Fatih and Üsküdar.
This has been the most comfortable and convenient stay I've had in İstanbul!!!
Tülay's place is great. It is pacious with lost of natural light and fresh air. It is equipped with all what you need for a short or long stay.
The house is super clean and is properly managed and maintained.It also looks better than the photos on Airbnb!
The best thing about the house is the location as it's located in a lovely neighbourhood away from the crowde and noise of the tourists.
All public transports are available within a maximum of 8 minutes walk. You can literally walk to the Bus stop, Metro station, ferry station that takes you to the major attractions if you are a tourist and all around Istanbul if you are coming for business.
The house is located in Kasımpaşa which is a superb place for grocery and essentials shopping.
My favorite part was the ferry station that I preferred to use during the coronavirus pandemic.
It is located in the golden horn so you may go all the way to the Golde Horn stations or all the way to Üsküdar via Karaköy.
You'll never face any issues with taxis finding the place as in some places in Istanbul.
Tülay is literally a Super Host.. She has been great in communication since befor the booking.
Very prompt in her responses and straight forward.
She made sure the house is well cleaned and took all required hygiene measures to insure it's a safe environment during these unusual times.
During my stay, Tülay kept checking if I needed anything and as always she was responsive and helpful.
She also helped me with some deliveries and explaining my requirements to the non-English-speaking driver who was taking me back to the airport.
Unfortunately I didn't get the chance to spend time with Tülay since I rented the eniter place and we both were practicing social distancing while met on my arrival.
But from the brief time we chatted, it was quite clear that she is a very kind and caring person.
I would love to stay in her place again if I ever visited Istanbul again.
I am very lucky to have found Tülay's place and spent over 5 weeks in such a lovely house.
Thank you Tülay for everything and I hope to see you again.