Enes is simply wonderful! He's a great, attentive and accommodating host and also a lovely human being. The stylishly decorated room is on the top floor of a charming walkup building housing a lovely ceramic shop on the ground floor and a studio space on the second floor. It's located in Balat closer to the Fener (Phanar) neighborhood, this is one of Istanbul's most fascinating neighborhoods with loads of history and an eclectic mix of galleries, shops, cafes and restaurants. (I recommend Kofteci Arnavut, Forno and Primi for food, Agora Meyhanesi if you want to splurge a bit on fish and raki and Coffee Department for an amazing morning cup, explore the area around the Phanar Greek Orthodox College, do it at night and then during the day) I have been coming to Istanbul since 2005 and staying for long periods and this was one of my most memorable stays. Thank you Enes and friends! I will be back soon.