Ilhan was a very welcoming host! He responded to emails in a prompt manner and met us in the apartment upon arrival to show us around. He also spoke with the taxi driver on the phone to ensure we arrived at the correct final destination. The apartment itself was beautiful and very spacious. The balcony overlooking the Bosphorus was serene and easily fit our group of four. Both of the beds were quite comfortable and the kitchen and bathroom (with washer/dryer!) were very modern and new. This was a great place to stay to explore Istanbul.