Tansel was extremely helpful, communicative and responsive during our stay. He explained in detail how to get to get to different places we wanted to visit and gave us tips on which mode of transport made more sense. He also made suggestions on what to do and visit. He and his Mom welcomed us upon our arrival and gave us a mobile phone as well as a metro card. It was very convenient to be able to call him at any time to ask a question or if something was not working. Tansel was quick to replace the hardware when the Internet was not working.

In terms of the apartment, it is as in the pictures, although the garden is much smaller than what appears in the picture. In terms of location, it is in a quiet neighborhood, a 10 minute walk to Sultanahmet mosque, and a 15-minute walk to Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the tram. It's truly located in the heart of the old city. There are small grocery stores nearby as well as many restaurants and tea houses.