Marmara & Istanbul Vacation Rental apartment

3+bdrm, lg.balcony,breathtaking Bosphorus views, best central neighborhood

Description Apartment, 1500 sq. ft.,
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, 1 Bathroom
Amenities downtown, near the ocean, balcony, pets considered, air-conditioning, internet access
Rates per property (USD)
$195 - $295/night 
$2,100 - $4,000/month 
Elif or Marco
+90 212-2929676
+90 536-5544968
Speaks: English, German, Spanish, Turkish

Photos and Description of the Marmara & Istanbul vacation apartment rental 3 + bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 8

I'm a travel writer who has lived short term in over a dozen countries. Finding one of a kind places to stay in each city has become my specialty! I handpicked this flat because it is everything I look for in a city home. Slightly off the tourist track so that I feel like I 'live' in the place for however short a time. And a view that leaves no doubt where I am. In the charming Parisian-like Istanbul neighborhood called Cihangir popular with Turkish film industry types as well as intellectuals and artists. Lots of sidewalk cafes and turn of the century architecture.This large flat is fully furnished and includes television, A.C, washing machine, ceiling fans, dishwasher, wireless Internet and much more. It is a bright sunny flat facing the Bosphorus with its beautiful bridges, mosques, castles, and more. A quiet retreat from Istanbul's chaotic center, while just moments away. Ask about similar properties in this same neighborhood.
Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - NE view of Bosphorus from desk

NE view of Bosphorus from desk

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - Large master bedroom with a wrap around view

Large master bedroom with a wrap around view

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - Lg. dining & living room,wood parquet floors,View!

Lg. dining & living room,wood parquet floors,View!

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - nook in lg living room. balcony. large tv, parquet

nook in lg living room. balcony. large tv, parquet

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - desk with a view

desk with a view

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - View of Asia from your perch in Europe!

View of Asia from your perch in Europe!

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - magical night views of Bosphorus Bridge

magical night views of Bosphorus Bridge

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - Large bdrm. #2. Lots of closets and light. Quiet!

Large bdrm. #2. Lots of closets and light. Quiet!

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - Charming central Cihangir neighborhood

Charming central Cihangir neighborhood

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - large kitchen with dishwasher, stove, oven, etc...

large kitchen with dishwasher, stove, oven, etc...

Marmara & Istanbul apartment rental - Handwoven textiles and Turkish charm throughout

Handwoven textiles and Turkish charm throughout

Location: Turkey

Nearest Airport: Ataturk at 25 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 5 Miles
Car: not necessary
Central Istanbul, Turkey. On European side looking across the Bosphorus to Asia. Neighborhood is Cihangir popular with artists, film industry people, and foreigners. Charming. Oft compared to Montmarte, Paris. 10 min. walk to Taksim, 10 min. tram ride to Sultanahmet.Quiet, close to all the sites while far away from carpet salesmen and pushy vendors. Sidewalk cafes and boutiques abound. Close to tram and metro. Taxi stand one block away. Or walk anywhere from this location.

Availability Calendar

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Rental Rates for this vacation apartment rental in Marmara & Istanbul, Turkey

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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend Weekend
Night
Extra
Night
Monthly Minimum Stay
fall shoulder Nov 15, 2009 - Dec 12, 2009 - $195 - $195 - $2,100 3 Nights
Holiday Dec 13, 2009 - Jan 5, 2010 - $295 - $295 - - 1 Week
Notes: $70 one-time cleaning/prep fee
Winter Jan 6, 2010 - Mar 14, 2010 - $195 - $195 - $2,300 3 Nights
Notes: 4 people, ea extra is $20 per night. One-time cleaning/prep fee $70
High Mar 15, 2010 - Nov 15, 2010 - $230 - $230 - $4,000 1 Week
Notes: disc. for 7+ days, rates based on 4 people. Each xtra person $10 pr nt. Ask about other properties

Additional information about rental rates

  • All prices based on 4 people or less. $20 per night per extra person. One-time $70 cleaning/prep fee
  • Low season - Dec.1-March 15 - $160 per night, plus $100 per week for utilities and one-time cleaning fee of $70.
    Holidays Dec. 15-Jan 5 - $260 per night, plus $100 per week for utilities and one-time cleaning fee of $70.
    Shoulder season - March 16-Apr 30 and the month of November - $190 per night plus $50 per week for utilities and one-time cleaning fee of $70.
    High season May 1-Oct.31 - $225 per night, plus $100 per week for utilities
  • one-time cleaning fee of $70.
    Extra options available are airport transfers, city orientation tour, tour guide to the major sites, and we even have a guide who will take you to the off the beaten track historical sites. Babysitting and cooking available also.

    Ask about our other 3 bdrm properties in this neighborhood.

Fees

Cleaning:
$70

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation apartment rental in Marmara & Istanbul, Turkey

Property Type:
  • apartment

Floor Area:
  • 1500 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • downtown
  • near the ocean

Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all

General:
  • hair dryer
  • towels provided
  • bottled water
  • alarm clock
  • filtered water
  • laundry soap
  • local maps
  • paper towels
  • restaurant dining guide
  • shampoo
  • soaps basic
  • toilet paper
  • telephone
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • linens provided

Kitchen:
  • coffee maker
  • iron & board
  • cooking utensils
  • grill
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • stove top burners

Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 4 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 10 people
  • Master - 1 Queen, 1 Twin/ Single, includes office, incredible views
    Bedroom 2 - 1 King, 1 Queen, peaceful, tons of closet space
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Queen, quiet and pleasant
    Bedroom 4 - 1 Twin/ Single, quiet and pleasant
  • Master bedroom is quite large and can be shut off from rest of apartment. Includes separate sleeping area with large twin bed...can be shut off. Has desk chairs, and bookcases. Guest Room number 2 is lovely. Quiet, next to bathroom, walls are lined with white built in cabinets and closets. Guest Room number 2 is on the other side of the bathroom. It is small and cozy with queen bed. There is a twin bed/day bed in the living room and a wide single in the master bedroom (bedroom #3) in addition to the queen bed. There are 2 couches in the living room that can accommodate 2 youngsters.
Entertainment:
  • books
  • books adult
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • stereo system
  • radio
  • CD

Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access

Outside:
  • parking on street
  • walkway to water
  • balcony
  • outdoor grill gas
  • 6 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome

Local Activities:
  • antiquing
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper included

Attractions:
  • arboretum
  • ATM/bank
  • babysitting
  • bay/sound
  • botanical garden
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • duty free shops
  • fitness center
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground

Leisure Activities:
  • hiking
  • live theater
  • outlet shopping
  • paddle boating
  • pier fishing
  • sight seeing
  • sound/bay fishing

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives

Nearby Services:
  • babysitting
  • massage therapist
  • medical services

Notes: Airport pickup, personal driver, personal English/Turkish speaking guide, daily maid service, and tour guide are optional. There is a one-time cleaning/prep fee of $70. This is a quiet building and guests must sign a contract on arrival to be reasonably quiet between midnight and 8am.

Further details for this vacation apartment rental in Marmara & Istanbul, Turkey

Location!Views!Great neighborhood!: As a travel writer who has lived in flats in over 14 countries in 9 years, I have a good idea of what global travelers like in a home away from home. I chose this flat for two main reasons: the neighborhood & the view. Homes with Bosphorus views in Istanbul are very expensive and much coveted. From this large 3+ bedroom flat you will enjoy one of the most outstanding views in all of Istanbul. Sit on your balcony in Europe and watch ships cross from Asia. Cihangir is considered one of the best places in Istanbul to live. Oft compared to Montmarte Paris. It is bohemian with many excellent outdoor cafes, turn-of-the-century architecture & cobblestone streets. The choice of residence for the city's artists, intellects, & foreigners. It is a short walk or tram ride to all the major sites. You'll have no hassles from rug salesmen or vendors here. Yet you are just moments from tourist central. It's the perfect combination of location, comfort, and views.

Be 'part' of Istanbul, and enjoy the view!: If you want to feel like you are part of Istanbul as opposed to a tourist - observer only, this is the place to stay. It is entirely safe day and night, and centrally located so that you are not more than a few minutes from Taksim and/or Sultanahmet. You will 'live' briefly in a charming neighborhood occupied by the city's artists, intellects, and foreigners. You'll see many a Turkish film star dining outside one of its cafes. The view will blow you away. And the apartment is large enough for comfort but small enough to be cozy. 3+ bedrooms, large kitchen, dining...well, look at the pictures and you'll see. It is fabulous for entertaining in too. Filled with light and breathtaking views. Large balcony.

Your own personal guide, like visiting a friend: I have several Turkish friends who will take you by the hand if you wish and show you the city...the best places to eat, where to get your hair done etc....they'll even arrange for private tours of the city's monuments and outside the city if you like. Their English is impeccable and being a native of Istanbullan they know the city inside and out. They can show you the best places to eat, arrange private tours...and they can be your 'family' while you are in Istanbul.

Other Activities: cafes, markets, ruins, shopping, restaurants, wonderful city life

Reviews for this vacation apartment rental in Marmara & Istanbul, Turkey

Rating
5 out of 5

Beautiful & comfortable

reza Sandefjord , Vestfold , Norway
Review Submitted: January 19, 2008 Date of Stay: January 2008
I and my family saw pictures of house, we love it.it is so beautiful.If we rent it , we can write more about its positivites!
Owner's Response: Thank you. I guarantee that this flat will far surpass your expectations. Really nice. Warm and cozy in the winter. cool in the summer. Beautiful. Charming. Wonderful neighborhood. Walk everywhere. Feel part of this great bohemian neighborhood. Close to public transportation. A slice of Istanbul you'll never experience from a hotel room.
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Rating
5 out of 5

exciting

me and friends Freising, Germany
Review Submitted: April 21, 2009 Date of Stay: April 2009
We stayed with six persons for a wonderful week in the apartment between April 5 and 12, 2009. We found all as described on the homepage. The flat was very clean and the hints in the house-book were very precise and useful. We loved to explore the surrounding streets (Cihangir) and to use the tram to reach all attractions in between 10 minutes. The view to the Bosphorus will follow us for a long time in our dreams. We could have spent the whole day, only sitting at the window and counting the passing ships as Orhan Pamuk recommends.
Karl
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Rating
5 out of 5

Amazing Apartment

TM Russellville, AR USA
Review Submitted: December 19, 2007 Date of Stay: July 2007
My husband and I absolutely loved this apartment! The view was so beautiful. We loved watching the boats traveling in the day and the lights at night. The apartment was very comfortable and safe and had all the conveniences of home. I would highly recommend it.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 7/8
 

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