Melike has been an exceptionally helpful and positive host. The flat looks exactly as in the pictures and as described. It is a cosy flat, more spacious than we expected. The flat is located in a nice hilly neighbourhood with amazing cafes frequented by the locals, easily available groceries, fresh juice places, Mr Pamuk's Museum of Innocence and Istanbul's legendary cats :) The apartment is 15 minutes from Taksim Square, 15-20 minutes to the Galata Bridge, which will take you to all the famed gems of Istanbul, including the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, in another 20 minutes. We are grateful for your homely stay and will be glad to come back :)