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Shellie's Bosphorus Nest
This upscale 2 bedroom, 1 and 1/2 bathroom apartment with balcony is located in Gumussuyu area which is next to Taxim. It has a spectacular Bosphorus view that makes the living room and the balcony perfect spot to hang out while you are in Istanbul. Even though it is central, still very quiet, in a neighborhood where mostly writers and diplomats live.

When you get into the apartment, living room is on your right. Bathroom is across the hall facing the kitchen and the bedrooms are located next to ech other on the backside of the flat. The flat belongs to Shellie who is from the U.S. and has been living in Istanbul for 8 years. The flat is personalized as it is actually Shellie's home. Great kitchen with all utensils that a home needs, beautiful large dining table in the living room, cosy and quite bedrooms and a great balcony overlooking Bosphorus makes this flat just perfect vacation rental.

You could walk down to Findikli and Kabatas where you can take the tram to Blue Mosque area and ferries to the Asian side. Cihangir is 10 minute walk and Taxim is 5 minute walk away. Many markets and grocery stores around the neighborhood.

This place is perfect for couples who like to have a good time with Bosphorus view and still be in the center to access sightseeing spots easily. Shellie is available 24 / 7 with all your needs and she is happy to give recommendations on restaurants and areas of interests.

Complimentary Turkish Breakfast on the first day and fresh fruit for all guests.
Amenities
  • 4th floor
  • no elevator
  • linen and towels provided
  • air-conditioning in living room only
  • fan
  • full kitchen
  • American coffee machine
  • dishwasher
  • tea kettle
  • toaster
  • phone for incoming calls
  • cable/satellite TV
  • WiFi
  • private balcony
  • on-site parking
  • hair dryer
  • iron
  • washing machine/dryer
Booking details
Booking details: vacation rental apartment
Payment accepted: cash on arrival in euro
Minimum stay: minimum stay of 3 nights
Cancellations allowed up to: 30 days before arrival
Occupancy: double
Bed options: 1 queen (160 cm) or 1 queen and 1 French double (120cm)
Policies & Extra Charges: smoking permitted on balcony only, check-out time is 11 am, apartment will be clean by 2 pm on day of check-in, cleaning fee of €40 is not included in the price
Spoken Language(s):
Rates and Availability
Location
 Shellie's Bosphorus Nest
A
Hagia Sophia
B
Topkapi Palace
C
Blue Mosque
D
Dolmabahce Palace
E
Galata Tower
F
Taksim Square
G
Süleymaniye Mosque
H
Miniaturk Museum
I
Istanbul Modern Museum
J
Grand Bazaar
K
Bagdat Street