It a quite nice neighbourhood, many cafes and restaurants , but still quite - the next bigger street is not istiklal , but the SIraselviler Caddesi, which I like much more anyway - less crowded, more real bars and restaurants and little shops, then imbisses and shopping, like on istiklal. * Those big arm chairs in the living room are reeeaally comfortable.* Note: ask how the TV works before; we didnt get it. *The record player, though, makes shitty sound - I cant believe a real vinyl-lover left the collection in the flat, or he took his player ;). *The kitchen is ok, well equipped, but basic ingredients were missing, as sugar and oil. Oil should be there now ;). All in all, its a big luxury place in a good sourounding, with just some little points to improve.