Can't say enough about our wonderful stay here. Idil's place is cheerful, welcoming, comfortable and ideally situated -- the perfect spot from which to visit all Istanbul has to offer, located in a great neighborhood for walking, transportation and restaurants. Idil was the ideal host, responsive and helpful from before we arrived till the moment we left. She sent restaurant and sightseeing suggestions in advance per my request, advised on our Bosphorus boat tour and New Year's Eve reservation during our stay in response to my email questions, arranged airport transfers and was generally a wonderful host, like a real friend. Not only did she personally greet us upon arrival, but made us feel welcome with fruit and chocolates laid out, coffee for the coffeemaker and bottled water and milk in the fridge. She also has brochures and maps on hand. Her home is old-world Istanbul, with latch windows, wooden floors and tile in the bathroom. Yet has modern comforts like wireless Internet service; a telephone for local restaurant calls; soft sheets and ample towels -- even a hair dryer. Great place for our family of four!