I had a lovely stay at Özgür's place in the summer of 2022. Her place provided the perfect home base for my work in Istanbul. The location is great. From her place it is possible to easily navigate Istanbul through a combinations of ferries, metro, and walking. Since I was traveling as a single woman this time, I was conscious of safety and felt very comfortable at her place and in the neighborhood. I really enjoyed the living room set up and it served me well as a kind of office space while I was there. Özgür greeted me on arrival and had a nice selection of local treats to offer me. She was also available throughout my stay via text and responded promptly to a small issue that arose at the apartment. If you are looking for a sterile, hotel experience, this is not the place for you. But if you are looking for a cozy, thoughtfully designed pad that feels like staying at an actual home, look no further than Özgür's place for your next Istanbul trip.