Bora and Stephanie could not possibly have been better hosts. The apartment was even BETTER than the photos - very clean and lovely - and a perfect place from which to explore Istanbul. It's not in the thick of the touristy areas, which we love, because then our family can get to know a real neighborhood. The people at the bakery and market down the street were very kind and helpful, and though public transportation wasn't as convenient as it could be in a busier location, it was easy to take a cab up the hill to the Metro - and well worth it when we came back every evening to the beautiful view and relaxing home. If ever we return to Istanbul, we will definitely hope to stay here again.

Thanks so much, Bora and Stephanie.