Emir and his family are such great hosts! The house was brand new and the location is brilliant. It's close enough to all the main hubs but still away from the noise. There's a huge park just 7-8 mins walking which is a beautiful spot for a picnic.
As with most places in Istanbul, the road is quite steep and walking is a challenge. Apart from that everything else is great. The view from the balcony is worth the effort :)
Look forward to staying at Emir's place again.