Tansel’s place is excellent for a short stay in Istanbul. It's right below the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet) and the garden is literally just across the street from the Sea of Marmara. Furthermore, it is not too far if you come from the Airport by taxi. And Tansel is a very caring, respectful, and super helpful host. Our flight arrived late in the evening, but he nevertheless met us and provided us will all the information we required (which he kept doing throughout our stay). He also provided us with a local cell phone, which is very smart and certainly helpful, and he kept our luggage safe the day we left.