We had a wonderful stay in Istanbul. Our host arranged for private transport for our family of 4, which was very easy. He gave us a map and showed us where everything is and gave us suggestions, which was very helpful. He was very friendly and helpful, and we appreciated his advice. The apartment is large and well located in a residential neighborhood walking distance to all of the Old Town sites and just around the block from shops and restaurants. The furniture was very comfortable, and there was a washer and a drying rack, which was nice. Our host was happy to get us anything we needed, and to provide additional suggestions when we contacted him. He was fast to respond and always available. The apartment itself was very functional and had several large windows letting in a lot of light and a nice breeze during our stay. The curtains made the apartment quite dark for sleeping, too. The sitting area was large enough for all 4 of us to relax together, and the TV got channels in every language! The Wi-fi was strong. But the apartment could have used some detail work (light bulb hanging in the kitchen rather than a light fixture, nicks in the bedroom walls, missing light switch covers and the closet doors were very tough to open and close in the bedroom). Also, the kitchen only had one glass and 3 mugs, and did not have a lot of plates or other dishes. We loved living so close to everything but still surrounded by children playing, people walking to work or shopping, and families together. It helped us to get a feel for life in Istanbul, not just the life of a tourist.