Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wonderful Apartment

Guest: wah3576 (Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 02/11/12 Review Submitted: 03/16/12

We stay for a little more than a week in this outstanding apartment in February. We only wish the weather had been warmer to enjoy the spectacular views from the two balconies. The apartment is tastefully furnished and located in a very convenient and nice area. Within easy walking distance were markets, restaurants, and shopping. Public transportation was nearby as well, and as well as cab stands, but we never found a need to take a cab. The two bedrooms were large with ensuite baths--clean and modern. We arranged a transfer to the apartment on our arrival, but a convenient and much cheaper bus is available from the airport to Taksim Square, not a far walk from the hotel for only $10.00 US and runs ont he half hour. The transfer went smoothly as did check-in which after a 10 hour flight was welcome indeed. Enzo is easy to work with in making arrangements, but keep in mind he travels a great deal and may take a couple of days to respond. This is not a sign of disinterest, merely a busy man, I think. One note, the floors creak a bit, for this is a renovation of an old apartment, but that is hardly a knock against a place with so much room (the private elevator was a blessing after a long day of walking), incredible views, and every convenience you could imagine. I would stay there again and definitely recommend the apartment to others. Istanbul is an amazing city, and this apartment made our stay even better.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Turkish Delight

Guest: Kim (Vermont)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11 Review Submitted: 11/09/11

2 Couples (50ish parents and their 20-something newlywed kids) LOVED this property for a week's stay the first week of November 2011. The weather was sunny and 50F- jacket and sweaters, perfect for sightseeing. This apt.is very hip, and extremely comfortable for sleeping, hot showers, relaxing and even cooking if you so desire. It is ideally located for touring Istanbul- we walked everywhere, everyday. We also ran each morning from the apt to numerous locations & parks, Taksim Sq is only a mile away. We went to the Grand Hyatt in Taksim for spa & massage one day. Istikal Street in the Beyoglu is where all the action is and the apt is tucked nicely right off of it about 300 yards- quiet enough for sleeping but very close to stores, markets, take-out, cafes, shopping and restaurants. This was much better than staying in a hotel. I would recommend it for 2 couples, maybe one kid the couch, but certainly not 6 adults.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Excellent location and view

Guest: Cynthia (Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11 Review Submitted: 11/06/11

We stayed in this apartment for a week and it was wonderful. Booking and arrangements were handled easily and the driver was waiting for us at the airport. The owner's representatives were always available even though there were minor glitches with one of the toilets not working for a day. The views from the terrace were beautiful and the apartment was quiet and clean. Best of all was the location: right off of Istiklal Caddesi and near fabulous restaurants. Around the corner, you can stroll quieter neighborhoods. It was a lovely place to come back to after a full day of sightseeing and there are gorgeous views off the terrace, night and day. I would highly recommend this apartment. It is a gem.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.

Amazing time in Istanbul

Guest: NHM (California)
Date of Stay: 05/22/11 Review Submitted: 06/08/11

We had a wonderful time staying in this apartment for a week. Great location and close to many restaurants. The Hamam down the street is a must. Having breakfast on the terrace every day was just amazing.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Perfect Location, Fabulous Views!

Guest: Lantern Lady (Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/09/11 Review Submitted: 05/27/11

We stayed at Enzo's Istanbul penthouse for a week in April of this year and just loved the whole experience. A beautiful modern apartment in an interesting, old building and located close to shopping, restaurants and great access to public transport and taxis as well. The private elevator, the patio with fabulous views over the old city and Golden Horn, the comfortable beds, hi speed Internet , lovely modern kitchen with all the amenities for cooking and serving a great home made Turkish feast. So many good features! I can't think of a better place to stay in Istanbul.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Beyoglu Penthouse

Guest: Susie (Baton Rouge, LA)
Date of Stay: 01/09/11 Review Submitted: 01/24/11

We loved this apartment. It's beautiful, comfortable and the view is stunning. Some nights we had to tear ourselves off the balcony! The location made a great base for exploring Istanbul. The owner was very easy to deal with and Mrs. Selma and her daughter were pleasant and helpful. A week wasn't long enough to do the city justice. It's a fascinating place and I hope to return. I'd stay in this apartment again in a heartbeat!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Enzo's Place in Istanbul

Guest: Michael (CA, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/19/10 Review Submitted: 04/03/11

We were there in August of 2010 and planned to write a review at that time but a family emergency forced us to leave early and I never got to it. Enzo was very helpful during the arrangements phase and his on-site staff were wonderful too. The location and the apartment itself are all great. We rated it 4 out of 5 because several things adversely impacted our stay. When we arrived, one bed room was still being painted. Admittedly we arrived several hours early but the room was unusable for two days as the paint degassed. We would have preferred a usable room. In addition, the street was a sea of dirt as it was being rebuilt during our stay. This is a lengthy process and we would have preferred to know about ahead of time. Nonetheless, we have recommended this to friends and sought it out for a return trip (it was already booked)

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Chuck & Mary Munroe (St Louis, Missouri, USA)
Date of Stay: 01/26/10 Review Submitted: 01/26/10

A luxurious apartment in an exciting neighborhood in one of the most facinating cities in the world - who could ask for more? The apartment is well appointed and has magnificent views from the large windows and terrace. It is perfectly located to take advantage of public transportation to take you anywhere in Istanbul. Shopping and a great traditional turkish bath are just steps away. Enzo and his representatives are extremely kind, helpful, honest and professional. We would recommend this rental to everyone.

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Guest: Andrey Mesh. (-)
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

We stayed here at January, 2010. We have had a wonderful time. And I would like to mention a few points: - communication with Enzo during and after reservation was fast and easy, with Selma and Nahide (live at the ground floor) too; - apartment - well done designing and conveniences, realy working WiFi (~128-256kb/s), heated floors in bedrooms make comfortable warmth and etc. - strongly advise to buy fresh fish (levrek or other) and grill in oven - personal elevator - luxurious It is right place for people who loves Istanbul. Thank Enzo very much for his work.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/12/09 Review Submitted: 07/12/09

Absolutely beautiful apartment: extremely close to the hussle and bussle of Taksim but miraculously quiet (being 4 floors up). The layout of the apartment was literally written up in an Home Art magazine (a copy of which is subtly displayed on the coffee table). Well worth the price!

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Guest: Eve (Manalapan, NJ, USA)
Date of Stay: 01/19/09 Review Submitted: 01/19/09

We LOVED this apartment. Having rented Enzo's Rome apartment last year, we knew that all of the arrangements would go smoothly. This apartment is even nicer than shown in the pictures. We had more than enough room for the four of us (2 adults and 2 older teen girls) and really enjoyed the location as well. The bathrooms were beautiful and the kitchen was enjoyable to cook in. We appreciated the balcony off the living room on New Year's Eve when we watched fireworks over the mosque domes of Sultanahmet. All in all this was a wonderful place to stay in a fascinating city. We would definitely stay here again when we next visit Istanbul.

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Guest: Margaret Fitzgibbons (Boulder, Colorado, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/17/08 Review Submitted: 12/17/08

Wonderful location, views, amenities, well appointed kitchen and quiet. Our Istanbul friends were impressed as well. The property manager was pleasant & helpful. We hIghly recommend the penthouse to anyone whom prefers a neighborhood experience to an hotel.

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Guest: Andrea D.1 (-)
Date of Stay: 10/17/08 Review Submitted: 10/17/08

Having stayed in several accommodations during my trips around the world, this flat stands out superbly in comparison. The amenities are impeccable (terrace, en-suite bathrooms in each of the two bedrooms ,a lift; etc.) and the location is ideal. The owner and his local representative are very helpful. I much prefer this haven to any hotel.

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Guest: Valerie11 (New York)
Date of Stay: 09/13/08 Review Submitted: 09/13/08

Excellent apartment in the heart of lively Beyoglu. Just 2 minutes walk from Taksim square. The aparment is clean and quiet, located on a small street with no traffic noise. It contains everything one may need for a short or long stay, including air con, a washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, internet access and even a large flat screen TV. A spacious terrace provides a pleasant view of Bosphorus, Blue Mosque, Aya Sophia and Sultanahmet. Communication with the owner via email was superb - fast and informative. Highly recommended!

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Guest: Paul R. (Paris)
Date of Stay: 09/02/08 Review Submitted: 09/02/08

Cet appartement avec une terrasse exceptionnelle (soleil, vue) est bien situé en plein coeur de Istanbul . Ceci permet donc de visiter tous les monuments et musées à pied ou en transport en commun. Beaucoup de restos dans le quartier. Très confortable, très bien équipé (l’ ascensor privé constitue un atout supplémentaire ), prope ( tout est neuf), bien décoré et sans bruit la nuit! Très très satisfait du séjour !!!Pour visiter Istanbul c´est parfait! Il est l'appartement meilleur equippé et plus complet de ceux que j'ai visité. Merci beaucoup .

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Guest: A. Delacroix (-)
Date of Stay: 08/26/08 Review Submitted: 08/26/08

This luxury apartment lived up to every expectation that we had. We all loved it! The ambience of the Penthouse, with plenty of room, was just what we wanted for a relaxing holiday. The Penthouse was thoughtfully equipped in every way, very clean and really quiet. The views were lovely by day and night and we often had dinner in the terrace. The private elevator is fantastic! The location is superb to discover Istanbul. The service provided by Enzo and his representative was excellent: they arranged also a pick up service from Airport.

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