Thank you to Necati and his family for being the host with the most. Very kind, friendly and nothing was ever too much to ask. The location is fantastic- topkapi, ayasofya and blue mosque are all walking distance! You do not need a taxi to any of these from Necatis place.
The room was cosy, comfortable, and simple. For me this was enough and I was happy. I spent many mornings on the rooftop watching the sunrise over the blue mosque and ayasofya. And you can see the Bosphorus.
It felt very relaxed staying there and although on a side road, I felt very safe coming and going. Thanks again Necati