We had a wonderful stay in Aydas Flat. It was very cold in Istanbul in January and we always happy after sightseeing to came back to the Flat what was super cosy with the Chimney and the Stunning views over Istanbul. The Flat is very spacious and clean and 100% as in Aydas description ,also trough the central Heating and the Chimney you can warm it proper up.
Ayda was a very helpful host , she arranged as 2 Taxi Reservations to go to the Airport , also her Restaurants and other recommandations was very helpful and we could easily find nice places to eat and dine away from tourist traps.
The Area is very quite and peaceful but with a 3-5 minute walk you are on Taksim Square or on the other side you can walk quickly down to the Waterfront.
We highly can recommend Aydas Flat and I would stay there definetily again.