Giuseppe was a fantastic host and made arrival a breeze. Despite being delayed 3 hours and stuck in traffic, there was someone waiting there at midnight to let me in and show me around the apartment. Don't be dissuaded by the stairs - you'll need the workout after eating all the Turkish food that Turkish people serve you. Also, my local friend pointed out at least 2 famous actors and directors within steps of the apartment, so safe to say you're in a pretty cool neighborhood.