Ilhan has an amazing apartment, and did a wonderful job of welcoming us to Istanbul. We found the apartment very comfortable and like home - we cooked several meals while staying at Ilhan's and had everything we needed. The terrace is fantastic and we spent hours just watching the ships on the Bosphorus go by. I would note that the neighborhood is quite hilly so be prepared for steps or inclines, but the view at the top is completely worth it!