Staying in Figen's beautiful home was a window into an elegant, artistic and "leafy" piece of Istanbul. There is beautiful artwork everywhere and the house is extremely well-appointed. We felt like we were truly living in Istanbul in a warm and inviting home; it's perfect for a family. Figen and her family were always available for quick answers to any questions. Etiler the neighborhood is up the hill from Bebek, a chic and happening Bosphorus neighborhood and we enjoyed walking down the hill to the cafes and shops. The house is about 10 minutes from one of Istanbul's major indoor shopping malls, filled with medium and high end shops and an organic grocery store. We felt at home immediately.