We had an amazing time in Istanbul and Tao + his sister's place were part of the magic. Tao + Hilal were wonderful to deal with and went beyond the call of duty! They had great recommendations, and answers to tons of our questions. The area is amazing and full of delightful restaurants, cafes, antique shops, bar, culture and everything needed for an incredible stay in Istanbul. There were 4 of us and the house allowed for both privacy and togetherness. Specially in the garden and the sun room where you could unwind to a glass of wine after a full day exploring Istanbul. Just enough to gather your energy to head back out and explore the area!