This is an excellent spot. It is located midway up the hill from the Bosphorus. It is about a ten-minute walk to the coast where there a lot of restaurants, coffeeshops, and a great promenade. Walking back takes a little longer because it is uphill, part of it is quite steep. Because of the layout of the streets, the taxis sometimes have a difficult time finding it. Even though it is not far from the hassle of the city, the house provides a completely quiet and peaceful environment. Murat is a great host. Readily available, helpful, and very responsive.