Alexis is an excellent host - very prompt, responsive and helpful. He provided clear directions (including even a note in Turkish for the taxi driver from the airport) and gave us good advice and suggestions for the neighbourhood. The flat itself is lovely, exactly as shown in the pictures, with high ceilings, good bed and comfortable furniture. The flat is clean and warm and well equipped with a good supply of hot water and other comforts, such as a reliable and fast internet connection.

The location is excellent, on a picturesque cobblestone street with antique shops and other boutiques nearby. (Check out the shoe shop and jewellery shop just around the corner, for instance.) Just a bit further is the fabulous Hayvore restaurant. Busy Istiklal Caddesi is a block away, leading to Taksim Square in one direction and the Galata Tower in the other. Very easy to walk to all the main tourist sights, but also easy to wander down the hill through the cool Cihangir neighbourhood where we had excellent breakfasts at Van Kavahlti Es and Cihangir Kavahlti Es.

All in all, a very enjoyable stay. Thank you and best of luck, Alexis!