Berit's apartment was the perfect place for me to stay while I was in town for a conference. I pretty much just needed a place to sleep, and this apartment was just what I needed. Berit went above and beyond to make me feel at home in Istanbul, ordering me food when I arrived late on the first night, providing me with ample fantastic recommendations for exploring Istanbul, and even offering to show me around herself. She's one of the most social, outgoing people I've ever met and was very happy to chat and hang out every night when I got back to the apartment. She has a very cute, well-behaved, cuddly dog as well as another dog or two that weren't in the apartment during my stay. I will note that if you're sensitive to the smell of cigarettes, I probably wouldn't recommend staying here (but I think that's a frequent problem in Istanbul). But if you want a social and welcoming environment while in Istanbul, Berit's apartment is perfect for you!