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Stylish gem with amazing charm and nightlife buzz!

Stylish gem with amazing charm and nightlife buzz!

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Living and dining with lots of character
View or the apartment from the street
Recent magazine feature about the apartment, Tarkan and Julia
Contemporary kitchen
Outside space on the shared roof terrace

Overview of Stylish gem with amazing charm and nightlife buzz!

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Istanbul, Istanbul
  • Popular LocationIstiklal Avenue1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTaksim Square12 min walk
  • Popular LocationGalata Tower15 min walk
  • AirportIstanbul (IST)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Stylish gem with amazing charm and nightlife buzz!

This is a truly unique apartment. It has many grand features from the 19th century, well-balanced with contemporary style and an astonishing original gilded ceiling. If you'll enjoy being in the midst of vibrant night-life yet close to daytime cultural highlights it's a great choice. Shared roof terrace access.
This is one of Istanbul Place Apartments' sensitive restoration projects. It's on the on the first floor - one flight of stairs - of a 19th century building overlooking a busy little street with a baker shop, bars, cafes, restaurants and night clubs. The famous Istiklal Avenue is 1 minute walk away and Taksim Metro is a 10 minute walk. The picturesque vintage tram stops very near the top of the street.

This apartment is great if you wish to have a memorable, authentic experience of Istanbul based in the very centre of everything and with a lively and unique party atmosphere at the doorstep.

The surrounding streets are noisy at night. We've installed sound-proofing window shutters in the bedroom, but music from the street and nearby nightclubs still comes into the apartment. This apartment is therefore most suitable if you'll fully embrace the spirit of the surrounding night-life.

The double bedroom is stylish, with a chic velvet headboard, high quality crisp white linens, frescoes and gilded cornicing. The living-dining room is comfortable, with a feather-filled sofa and armchair around the fireplace plus an antique dining table with designer chairs. The contemporary shower-room, with rain-shower, and galley kitchen balance the ornate character of an original marble fireplace and amazing carved and gilded ceiling.

The apartment is 50m2 in total and well laid-out, with very large windows, amazing high ceilings and frescoes. The exposed floorboards are all original and the huge panelled double-doors are the original dark oak. The bedroom comfortably accommodates two people.

TimeOut Istanbul says "If you have just one night to spend in Istanbul, spend it on Nevizade Sokak". From this apartment you can spend as many as you like: you'll be just 50m from Nevizade Sokak.

Guests will have the complete privacy of the entire apartment.

Four floors up there's a shared roof terrace with views over other intriguing buildings in the neighborhood. This is available for your careful use at any time.

This is a small Turkish-British family project. Julia and Tarkan used to live in Istanbul then Singapore and are now balancing life between England and Istanbul. If we're in Istanbul during your stay we'd love to meet you.

Your questions and booking will be handled by us wherever we are. When you arrive in Istanbul Tarkan's wonderful family and/or our friendly team will welcome you to your apartment, give you the keys and explain about practicalities and the neighbourhoods.

We'll all help you as much as you need and we're only a phone call or email away.

Istiklal Avenue is the elegant pedestrian street at the core of Beyoglu. It's 1.4 kilometers long and thronged with people for much of the day. It's lined with boutiques, music shops, bookstores, art galleries, cinemas, theatres, libraries, cafés, pubs, night clubs, historical patisseries, chocolateries and restaurants.

This apartment is 1 minute walk down a side-street from Istiklal. It's very near Nevizade Sokak, which is famous worldwide for its meyhane restaurants and lively street scene at night. There are late night food vendors and nightclubs very nearby.

10 minutes walk up Istiklal you'll find Taksim Metro, the transport hub of the whole city. Bus, tram and ferry stops are also close. You can be in Sultanahmet (for the big sights of Ayasofya, Topkapı, Blue Mosque etc.) in about 20 minutes by public transport or 35 minutes on foot. In the other direction, by Metro, you can be in Şişli (for Istanbul's biggest shopping mall) in 15 minutes or Levent (for Istanbul's business district) in 20 minutes.

Taxis are also easy to find.

Will your stay with us make a difference? We hope so…

By self-catering right in the local community you'll quickly become part of it, financially supporting small grocery shops and other family businesses. You'll soon make relationships with these friendly people and develop a genuine understanding of the culture around you. We're sure you'll leave with special memories and more developed perspectives as a result of your encounters.

For each confirmed booking we arrange a tree to be planted in Turkey (via TEMA) to offset part of the carbon dioxide emission from the resulting flight. We encourage you to plant more trees: easily arranged during online booking.

We use local maintenance and cleaning services for the apartments and in this way we provide a good income for 2 families who lives nearby.
We do everything we can to preserve all the original features and materials in the apartments. Where new materials are needed we source them locally, prioritising products that are designed and/or made in Turkey.

Our apartments are uniquely situated amongst mosques, churches, synagogues, a mevlevi 'whirling dervish' hall and other sites of religious significance. We encourage guests to sense the history of religious tolerance and hopefully! to experience something of it themselves during their stay.

Property manager

Julia and Tarkan
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Languages

English, Turkish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Istanbul

This apartment is located in Taksim, a neighbourhood in Istanbul. Istiklal Avenue and Grand Bazaar are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bosphorus and Florya Beach. Pierre Loti Tepesi and Vialand Tema Park are also worth visiting.
Map
Istanbul, Istanbul

What's nearby

  • Istiklal Avenue - 1 min walk
  • Taksim Square - 12 min walk
  • Galata Tower - 15 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 6 min drive
  • Grand Bazaar - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Taksim Station - 9 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station - 12 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • James Joyce Irish Pub - 1 min walk
  • Bubble Pub - 1 min walk
  • Beer House - 1 min walk
  • Quba Club - 1 min walk
  • Vera - 1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stylish gem with amazing charm and nightlife buzz! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stylish gem with amazing charm and nightlife buzz!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish gem with amazing charm and nightlife buzz!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stylish gem with amazing charm and nightlife buzz! located?

Located in Taksim, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Istiklal Avenue and Taksim Square. Galata Tower and Bosphorus are also within 1 mile (2 km). Taksim Station is 9 minutes by foot and Tophane Station is 13 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

6.0/10

Location

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian P.

Lovely place - absolute gem :)
Lovely place - absolute gem :)
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10/10 Excellent

Shuran L.

Such a great place!
Such a great place!
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10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Lovely apartment full of character and interesting details.
Lovely apartment full of character and interesting details. In a good location a short walk from some great restaurants and bars. The apartment is loud at night but it didn’t stop me sleeping. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a place to stay in Beyoglu!
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10/10 Excellent

James S.

Had a great stay!
Had a great stay at Julia and tarkan’s place. Place felt very central and easy to walk/ get public transport to. As it is very central there is some noise that can be heard later in the night, however that didn’t stop us from enjoying our stay. Was very helpful that they left an Istanbul card for us to use to help getting around the city - an essential!
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10/10 Excellent

Alvy L.

A truly delightful stay!
Julia and Tarkan's residence boasts a prime location adjacent to the bustling Istiklal Street, brimming with vibrant shops and charming street vendors. It's nestled just a stone's throw away from the picturesque districts of Cihangir and Tomtom and is within comfortable walking distance to the key Taksim metro station. A standout feature is the portable air conditioner which ensures the apartment remains refreshingly cool even during the peak of summer. The interior is further accentuated by lofty ceilings adorned with exquisite decorations, lending an airy and spacious feel to the setting. Perfectly suited for two, this apartment is not only well-equipped but also offers exceptional value for its price. A truly delightful stay!

About the host

Hosted by Julia and Tarkan

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We've been busy, building up a collection of lovely historical apartments in Galata, our favourite part of Istanbul. We've personally renovated most of them and stay in them ourselves whenever we can. Very recently we've added a sweet flat in the UK's Cotswolds into the mix.

17 years ago we met in Istanbul, Tarkan's home city, while I was there for a photography assignment. Since then we've led international lives together, based in Istanbul, Singapore and now England, my original country.

Along the way we've raised our son, Eren, across the cultures as we've steadily grown this holiday apartment project, our second baby. We see it as a way to find balance in our family life and to always have a home in our best-loved city.

We understand from our own experiences, what makes a great city-break stay and we try our very hardest to deliver it to you in Istanbul. For this we've won i-escape's global Guest Award for 'Best City Apartment' two years running and Tripadvisor's Certificate of Excellence 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 (2020 isn’t announced yet ;). We are also listed in many guidebooks.

Your questions and booking will be handled by us. On your arrival our manager Taskin and friendly team with their natural Turkish hospitality, will welcome you to your apartment, pass over your keys and explain practicalities and the neighborhood. You'll have as much or as little help as you choose and we're sure you'll soon feel at home in the cosmopolitan and very welcoming local community.

"Life is a balance of holding on and letting go" said Rumi.
We agree, do you?!

Languages:

English, Turkish

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