Thank you Okan for hosting us in his cute and complete apartment. Very comfortable at a very reasonable price. We enjoyed our stay in Istanbul and felt very comfortable and happy to return to our 'home' in istanbul. Okan himself was very helpful and responsive whenever needed. Only thing to be noted was the 'hike' up hill to get to the tram station, ok for the youngsters but quite a challenge for the elderly.however taxis are almost always available.
Thanks again