I loved my stay. Can was great about being in communication and his mom, Karin, who runs the guesthouse, originally from Denmark, is an angel who speaks excellent English and German, always welcoming and helpful.

The room was just like the photo- cozy, bright, quiet, and with its own lovely patio with a view of the castle. I absolutely loved it. It does get hot during the day, but I was out all of the time, so that was fine for me. Also, there is a short set of steep stairs to the rooms. I felt welcome to use the whole of the house, and loved our breakfasts out at the lushly shaded patio table.

Her dogs are very sweet and if you get lucky, you might get to see the small tortoises that live there too.

The taxi station is nearby, when Karin called, they arrive in minutes. It is a relatively short, though steep, picturesque walk to the metro bus stops, Bosphorous and restaurants. The neighborhood is safe, and one of the most magical of Istanbul.

I highly recommend staying here. The house is a gem, a very positive place with positive people, in one of the most beautiful places in the world.