Mahmud was a great host, and was there not only when we arrived but also at 5 am when we departed! He was also very helpful when it came to tips about local markets, restaurants, Bosphorous tours and was kind enough to arrange for the apartment to be cleaned during our visit as well as we were travelling with two toddlers - one of whom was crawling all over the floors. The apartment is newly renovated and very nice and clean. Furnishings are tasteful and discreet - and the views from the living room and master bedroom are fabulous! The apartment is in an excellent location - around the corner from the Blue Mosque and the tram lines - and also close to restaurants and cafes. We would recommend this apartment without reservation - and would ourselves use it again.