Whom ever is reading this post let me say, this was a great stay and Can the host was extremely accommodating!! On entry to the city he had already organized VIP transport to his apartment and back to the airport at the end (free of charge).

His place was "very" clean and neat, he made a point in discussion on our last day that he has learnt through his own airbnb experiences and good constructive criticism on what was important and cleanliness was up there on his list. The decor was modern and artistic with a splash of vintage collectables I.e. Dated Singer sewing machine and analogue radio as ornaments. Some of his furniture has been cleverly constructed from antiques (table /benchtop from the old singer stand) - all clean and functional.

All the necessities were available: microwave, aircon, Internet, hot water and kitchen appliances I.e. Kettle (you don't know how much this is needed until you don't have one). He also provided an assortment of complimentary teas and coffees. All bed sheets, towels, robes, shower slippers, soaps/shampoos etc were provided in hotel like provisions. Not to mention a Lonely Planet book and Map for use. The apartment was 2minutes walk from the main and lively street Istiklal Caddessi, 5-10min walk from Galata Tower and Galata Bridge (seaside), we even casually walked one day to Tepkapi Place, Grand Bazaar, Sophia Hagia which took 45mins or so (depending on how often you stop since Istanbul by nature has some hill'y streets) - hence VERY close to everything.
"Can" was always a phone call away (especially when you struggle to find people who scan speak English - which He does proficiently) and was insistent if we were missing anything he'd provide it. 'Can' was a charming young man, very polite and also had a sense of humour. Thanks Can it was great to have met and the stay was memorable. (Quote "Hasta La Vista." - Can)