Farouq's place is in an excellent location. We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go in the old section as well as to the ferries. There is a lovely restaurant around the corner, The Arches, as well as a great breakfast spot, Sultan Lale, which is at the end of the street. The owner, Mehmet, is a delight and shared local tips with us.
Farouq was a great host. He met us upon arrival and kept checking to make sure we had what we needed. He provided a large jug of water which was much appreciated.
The apartment was clean with a good-sized bathroom, basic studio kitchen, and 2 bedrooms. It is on a quieter street, so that was a bonus. All in all a nice experience.