I loved staying here in Istanbul.
The apartment is comfortable, practical, clean and spacious. The shower is excellent!
I love this area of Istanbul - the old Fener & Balat neighbourhoods are full of character with many old buildings that are gradually being renovated. While still maintaining its old-world charm, the area has also become one of the chic places to be in Istanbul. The new cafés have loads of character with great coffee (and you will find the very best of all at Coffee Department, just five minutes' walk from the flat), delicious food, and often combined with antique stores or even a glass-making craft studio.
I would never have imagined finding a quiet spot in a city of around 15 million, but this apartment is on a very quiet and clean street, with only the occasional car going past. It is actually quite astonishing how quiet this street is - just the neighbours wandering past, or someone selling local bread rings.
You don't need to go far for dinner (or weekend brunch) - the cosy up-and-coming restaurant, Smelt & Co, with US-trained owner/chef, is right across the street.
Best of all, your host, Işıl, will take very good care of you, showing you around the immediate area, providing a travel card for all public transport in the city (extremely useful!), and answering any questions you may have. I especially recommend this apartment and this area for single female travellers - you will feel entirely safe and comfortable here. I intend to return!