I was at Alev's home for five days with my boyfriend, the house, in a small street but close to all the important areas (5 min to Istikal Caddesi, Taksim and 10 to Galata Tower), is really cozy and well kept. We had wonderful time and spent our evenings on the balcony looking at the marvelus colour of bosphorus. The photos show exactly what u can find and all the rooms're very clean. Alev wasn't in town during our holiday but we didn't have any problem: she sent us a mail about the city, all the important place and suggestions and we had an easy contact with her by phone. I definitly reccomend this place