We had a wonderful stay in Serdar’s apartment. It was our first time in Istanbul and the location of the apartment is perfect. There are so many places that are within walking distance. I can’t remember if others mentioned this but the area is very hilly. There are some steep hills so be prepared for that. The stairs to the apartment can be a real ass-kicker at the end of a kind day exploring…but once you get into the comfort of the apartment you’ll feel relaxed. The shower is in an odd place away/separate from the bathroom but it wasn’t a problem for us. We would definitely stay in this place again or try one of Serdar’s other listings next time we visit Istanbul.