This place is fantastic! I could not have asked for a better experience in Istanbul. The house is beautiful, has balconies, a washing machine, 3 bathrooms and a large bathtub- great for relaxing after a long day. The room I rented was very spacious, warm, with beautiful natural light flowing everyday and had everything I needed; desk, dresser, shelf, and comfy mattress. The wifi is excellent in all areas of the house as well (I work online and never had any issues). It's a great value for the space and location! Taksim Square is only a 10 minute walk away, with access to the Metro, Dolmus busses, shopping, and plenty of amazing restaurants. I was a little hesitant about the Tarlabasi neighborhood (as a solo female traveler) but honestly it is such a wonderful, vibrant, welcoming community. I never felt unsafe, even walking around at night, and the shop owners are so friendly and helpful. You can get a delicious sandwich or rice and chicken on the corner at pretty much any time of night. There are also several supermarkets and other shops within 5 minutes walking into Tarlabasi. The real gem about this stay though is Iremo, she is the most thoughtful host I've ever rented from. Any questions you might have or anything you need, she is happy to help. She gave me great advice on how to get around, what to do, and was just incredibly helpful with overall advice on how to adjust to life in Istanbul. Originally, I had planned to move to another area of Istanbul after a month, but decided to extend my time at her place because she is such a wonderful host and friend. Whether cooking, going to the markets, or practicing Turkish, she will be the best part of your stay in Istanbul and you will not be disappointed renting from her! There's also an adorable dog named Shanti <3