Ozlem and her place was amazing. Some things that specifically stood out to me:
1. The place is so cute and vintage. All the furnishings are balanced to look old school while being comfortable. It really transports you to another world. It does have a wifi, washing machine, a small stove and pretty much anything you’d need. Stayed here for more than a week and was very very comfortable. I ended up catching a cold and couldn’t go out for 3-4 days. The place has bay windows and a cute sofa nestled in one of those with the views of the river. I sat around there watching the beautiful views and colorful streets for that time and couldn’t have spent the time in a better way.
2. The neighborhood is super cute. I spent a month in different areas of Istanbul and this was my favorite. It’s littered with cafes and boutique stores that are so unique to Istanbul. It’s also not as crowded as the usual touristy spots
3. The area is super accessible with bus, trams and taxis. If you have spent any time in Istanbul, you will know finding a taxi is a skill and a half. This is the easiest place to get a cab
4. The team is so so nice and accommodating. They’re all super friendly, helpful and will make sure you get anything you need without taking up your privacy. They run the cafe downstairs so very accessible. You can go down and ask them for anything/ directions/ advice etc.
Perfect stay! I’d come stay back here when I visit again.