A lovely property in a quiet location away from the hustle and bustle with amazing views over the Bosporus.
The property itself is on the second floor and is very clean and well maintained. There are three double bedrooms with plenty of storage space, a large living room overlooking the Bosporus, two toilet / shower rooms and a kitchenette with a fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, a gas hob and a small electric oven/ grill. There is a large shared roof terrace with fantastic views.
The property is about 5 mins walk from the sea front (where you can find a small number of shops, cafes and restaurants) but does require a rather strenuous walk uphill - this may be a problem for those with mobility issues - nevertheless a small price to pay for those amazing views! We didn’t have a car, but parking near the property is difficult as it is on a narrow winding road on a cul de sac. There were several incidents of cars blocking access to residents on the road throughout the stay. Migros supermarket has a good range of groceries etc. for your stay. Arnavutkoy and Bebek are easily accessible by a gentle stroll along the seafront.
For those not familiar with Istanbul (we have visited many times) it’s worth saying a little about transportation. If you want to get to the main tourist attractions I recommend taking a ferry from Arnavutkoy to Eminonou (they are every 30 mins or so and the journey takes about 30 mins). From there you can walk to the Sultanamet, Grand Bazar, Topkapi Palace, Galata Tower (or you can take the tram from Eminonou). It’s worth getting an Istanbul Travel card which can be used on buses, trams and ferries and is much cheaper than paying in cash every time - you only need one per group. Taxis are a relatively cheap option if you’re in a hurry.
Overall we had a lovely stay and would strongly recommend.