The space was amazing! The location, the views and Murat’s care and attention made this apartment a wonderful place to stay. As some others have said, it is a walk up which makes loading in and out more difficult. However, for me the views and the breeze off the Bosporus was worth it! The apartment has two comfortable bedrooms and two large couches so our family of five pushed the space to its limits but we made due. It has a gas stove and a panini maker, which we used to make toast. The water pressure in the shower was great and always hot. We had a problem with the a/c and Murat responded quickly, though with the cool breeze at night it was hardly necessary. Being in the Beyoglu was perfect, we walked all around the neighborhood exploring the many shops and restaurants. The old city was a short tram ride away from Tophane station down the hill; though keep your small bills because the tram machine only takes cash, 5, 10 or 20! Istanbul is an amazing city and I hope to be back many times.