All-in-all, I enjoyed my stay. The flat was clean and cosy, the district was quiet, but close to cafes and restaurants. There are 2 supermarkets nearby (Bim and Migros) and within 15 min of walking distance there is a huge Carrefour. The apartment is not far from Taksim, you can get there by bus (the bus stop is very close to the flat) or you can go by foot, as it will take you no more than 25-30 min. Ayda is a great host, she went above and beyond to make sure that my stay was good. Her mom met me, showed me around and even prepared a breakfast for me! When I had problems connecting my phone to TV, Ayda even purchased a special cable and had it delivered. The only nuances I can think of is that curtains let the light through, so take your sleeping mask with you, otherwise you will be woken up by early sun rays. The apartment itself, on the opposite, lacks a light, and in the evening it can be a bit dark if you need to read or write. Apart from this, the place is perfect.