Wonderful house in a colorful, lively neighborhood of Balat. The place is spacious, clean, and it has all the amenities needed to make our stay very comfortable. The neighborhood was pulsating with the busy lives of locals, even during the lockdown. Balat gives out the same vibes as the East Village in NYC in the late 80s and 90s, with working class citizens going on with their lives, mingling with artists and entrepreneurs. If you want to explore Istanbul and get away from the touristy area around Karakoy, then this is the place for you.