Even though my stay was in the middle of a rainy and cold January, I had a fantastic week in Istanbul in no small part due to this awesome flat. Lisya was very professional from start to finish. Keys were on the door when I arrived and every detail was taken care of. Within minutes, she called to make sure I settled and had everything I needed. It was the perfect balance of attentive but unintrusive hosting. The flat is very centrally located, close to the main pedestrian center, a quick walking distance away from the tram and bus lines, and minutes away from the gorgeous, historic Pera Palas Hotel. Even though it is in the middle of the hussle and bussle of the city, it was surprisingly quiet. Amazing, amazing view day and night. On an exceptionally rainy morning, I happily spent the whole morning just watching the view and taking it easy. Across from the apartment and up a few steps is a small grocery store, and a vender with fresh simit and pastries. There is tea and even a bottle of olive oil in the kitchen, so I made a few breakfasts in the flat. Overall very very positive experience and will definitely look to book this place again. A quick note, the cafe downstairs has great Turkish coffee and pretty good happy drinks.