This home is beyond great and well suited for families. The view cannot be overstated: it’s got an unobstructed panoramic view of the Bosphorus from the deck, the living room, each of the 4 bedrooms and the kitchen. Extraordinary. Also laudable is the styling and quality of furnishing. Very tasteful and comfortable, and everything seemed brand new. In addition, the host was highly responsive, direct and clear in our communications. Two things to check for future guests: while internet connectivity was not always reliable during our stay, we didn’t bother seeking to improve it since we were here for a personal trip. However, if we had anyone working remotely it would be important to ask about. Secondly, it’s worth asking about the fan situation in the bedrooms. We visited in early September when Istanbul is a bit cooler, so temperature was not an issue for us, but I would have to imagine in the hotter months this could be really important.
Overall, this was an amazing stay and I hope Meltem would have us back in the future.