Mehmet's place is very new, big, beautiful, clean and organized. It is perfect for 2 people.
Pros: Supermarkets, facilities, amenities, security, there is everything you need for living inside, a big outlet just 15 minutes away by walk, another big outlet just 7 minutes by car, one huge outlet 3 stops away, Mall of Istanbul is close, as well. You do not need to walk far away for buying food or products you need for living. It is very convenient because there are 2 supermarkets just in front of and behind the building. There are excellent restaurants around. We also found a nice street (Menderes caddesi) where you can enjoy shopping, eating and drinking delicious coffee in many places, buy the most delicious baklava and bread. Just walk and discover. The home had everything for us to use and enjoy. Also the view from the apartment windows was spectacular.
Cons: Lack of public transportation, hard to get a taxi, far from main touristic places. We were able to take a taxi to subway or tram station and from there we took train or subway to the main places. Honestly while booking this apartment, we already knew about this location, so it was not a big issue for us.
One thing I really need to mention: Mehmet was always available for us. Just one message away. Also he was too nice to us when we lost the entrance door key. He did not get mad and stayed calm and kind, even offered to bring a new one the next day. He has been an amazing host. I will definitely stay in Mehmet's place again.
Also when we wrote him about need of a desk, he immediately got a desk and brought it all the way to our place. I have never seen a friendly and responsible host as much as Mehmet.
Due to flight changes we had to leave home 10 days before scheduled time. Mehmet offered us 10 days free stay in his place for our next trip, which we really appreciate.
We really enjoyed our stay in Mehmet's home.
Thank you very much for everything.