I would like to start with underlining that Istanbul is the most beautiful city I have ever seen in my life. And with that in mind the Ozkar is part of it. The house was indeed small but nonetheless cute and beautiful. The area is authentic and maybe intact from modernization. Being honest to you my boyfriend commented to me that it might be dangerous staying in Ballat. I told him no ways it is amazing. I have nothing negative to mention about the apartment or the area. It was amazing and lovely altogether. I would highly recommend it and experience the culture in a tangible way.