The place: the room is very comfortable. It's spacious, it gets plenty of natural light, the bed is comfortable, and there's climate control. The shared space is also nice - the balcony is a cozy spot for getting fresh air, and the living room is comfortable for chilling. Everything is kept very clean. The location was ideal for me - it's right next to lively Besiktas but stays quiet enough at night, and there's loads of public transport available within steps of the apartment.
The people: Soner and Erdem are fantastic hosts! They're very generous and kind people. I always had everything I needed, and they treated me like a flatmate. Soner is a great cook and Erdem is a talented musician. They're also great resources for anyone new to Istanbul or Turkey.
I stayed here for two weeks and was very glad I did. Definitely consider!