Damir and his team are great. Stopped by soon after our check in to fix a minor water problem and the rest of our 4 day stay was without issue. He also came out with my group for a beer and recommended a good restaurant. The unit itself is great. Very clean and spacious with nice towels and linens as well as a new washer and drying rack. Four of us stayed in the apt and had plenty of room to spare. The location, too, is good for anyone looking to stay in Beygolu/Istiklal/Taksim area. You are two blocks walk from Istiklal and a short 10 lira cab from the sights in Sultanamet. Plen of taxis right outside the door and a good cheap 24 hour convenience store downstairs. Two things worth noting, the place is a penthouse-with incredible views and sunset, though this means it's on the top of a 6 floor building with no elevator and would be difficult for anyone disabled or elderly. Also, I wouldnt walk west from tarlabasi, as the neighborhood was a bit sketchy - though towards Istiklal it is fine with great restaurants and bars.

I summary, probably the best airbnb place I used on this trip. Great host, well appointed affordable apartment and perfect location for our purposes. Thanks Damir!