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AES Aldgate, London
About the Property
AES Aldgate is an excellent student accommodation in London. This property offers splendid shared apartments to choose from. This is an ideal student accommodation as it has most of the major universities in the nearby area. Middlesex University is only an 8-minute walk and Coventry University is an 11-minute walk from the property.
Features
This property is designed to make you feel as homely as possible. You’ll get a fully furnished spacious room with a comfortable bed for a sound sleep every day. You can relax by watching your favorite movies using the free high-speed Wi-Fi. With ample storage space, you’ll never run out of space to store all your belongings and stay content within yourself. After a long tiring day at college, you can prepare your favorite meals back from home in the shared kitchen at this property, and later on, you can hang out with your roommates in the lounge area.
Location and What's Hot?
Every day is going to be a party when you are staying here as you might run out of time, but you won’t run out of things to explore. If you are craving a hot cup of cappuccino, then you have just to step outside, and at a 2-minute walk you will reach The Pastry Parlour Cafe or you can visit The Amber Restaurant which is also just a 2-minute walk from this property.
Commute
Every day is going to be a party when you are staying here as you might run out of time, but you won’t run out of things to explore. If you are craving a hot cup of cappuccino, then you have just to step outside, and at a 2-minute walk you will reach The Pastry Parlour Cafe or you can visit The Amber Restaurant which is also just a 2-minute walk from this property.
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Room Types (1)
2 Bedroom Apartment
Common Amenities
Safety and Security
Payment Policies (4)
- Security DepositThis property requires security deposit.
- Pay In InstalmentThis property offers 1, 12 flexible instalment plans.
- Mode Of PaymentPayment via easy transaction modes.
Cancellation Policies (2)
- Cooling Off PeriodThis property offers cooling-off period.
- Replacement Tenant AcceptedFind the replacement tenant and easily cancel your booking
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to bring bed linen?
No, all bed linen is provided. If you bring your own linen, please make sure it is clearly labelled and well away from the bed on the day the cleaners change your linen. Property is not responsible for any linen or other items that are mistakenly taken.
Do I need to bring my own towel?
No, upon arrival, property will provide a towel. However, the students are welcome to bring their own towels if necessary.
Are there laundry facilities?
Yes, the apartment will include a washer/dryer as well as a clothes airer.
Are there kitchen facilities?
Yes. All apartments have kitchen facilities. The students must, however, bring their own detergent and dishcloths.
Do I have a telephone in my apartment?
No, Property apartments will not have telephones.
Is there a TV?
Yes, all the apartments will have televisions.
Is there wireless internet access in my building?
All the buildings have wireless Internet access.
How far is the nearest Underground station?
The nearest underground station is a 3 minute walk from the apartment.
What happens when I check in?
Property staff will contact you prior to your arrival to advise you on how to check in to the apartment, which is usually a code to enter the building and then a code to retrieve your key from a key box.
Do I have an orientation session for my apartment?
Yes. Property staff will arrange for a person to conduct an orientation shortly after your arrival.
Is anyone else allowed to stay in my apartment?
A two-bedroom flat can accommodate up to four people, but if anyone stays overnight and their name is not on the lease, property must be notified in advance.
What should I do if my apartment is missing certain items?
Contact property staff and they will be happy to help you with any missing items if possible.
What happens if I break something?
Property understands that breakages do occur and is willing to replace broken items within reason. However, there will be a charge if there are a significant number of breakages.
Who else has access to the apartment?
Housekeeping staff will have access on cleaning days, and maintenance staff have access to carry out routine maintenance. All staff carry ID cards that can be shown on request. The staff will always knock or ring the bell before entering any apartment.
When will my apartment be cleaned?
The cleaning schedule will be posted on the residents' building bulletin board. The student will be notified if cleaning day must be changed for any reason. Please note, that if a resident's regular cleaning day is a Tuesday and he/she checks in on a Wednesday, then property will not be able provide a cleaner visit that week; all apartments are deep cleaned on students’ departure.
What are the cleaners’ responsibilities?
During the week, students are required to take out all other trash to designated areas; this is not the cleaner's responsibility. Your cleaner will complete the following tasks:
Replace all sheets and pillowcases (except in Hall, where you are responsible for bed linen laundering).
All common areas should be vacuumed and dusted.
Clean the restroom(s).
Clean the kitchen surfaces, which the student must clear prior to the cleaning service..
Washing up will not be done by the cleaner.
Take out no more than two bags of trash, as long as they are properly bagged.
What happens if I lose my key?
Unfortunately, losing your keys will incur a charge. Please ensure that you do not have anything identifying your address with the keys, as this will result in changing the main front door lock and thus a higher charge to yourself.
What happens if I lock myself out?
Whilst property accepts that lockouts do happen, and staff will come out as quickly as possible, please be aware that it can take up to an hour to reach you. If you can avoid calling the property, please do so.
How do I know what is and isn’t an emergency?
Please refer to the handbook, a copy of which is found in each apartment.
How do I contact property in an emergency?
If you need to contact property team, you can use any one of the emergency numbers. property team have a 24-hour call service for all students.
What if I have a maintenance issue?
You can email property maintenance team advising the nature of the issue.
Can I stay in my apartment for an extra night?
Usually, this will not be problem. If you need to stay additional nights, please email property team as early as possible. However, please understand a charge will apply on the additional accommodation. If property team is unable to offer additional accommodation in the apartments, they can recommend a locally based hotel.
What happens when I check out?
You will receive a letter relating to the check-out procedures approximately a week prior your departure date.
Can I have my own room?
Who will I share my apartment with?
Can I choose who I share with?
Property will ask your college for a rooming list. Unless you are an individual, property does not allocate you a specific space in a room.
Can you offer accommodation for delegates?
While property apartments do not have bedrooms on-site, property does work closely with several local hotels and can assist with overnight accommodation if required.
What standard equipment do your rooms have?
Do you have breakout areas?
Do your centres have onsite parking?
Property does not have private parking at property centres. However, there are a range of parking facilities around the area.
Are there WiFi facilities?
Do you have drinks and snacks facilities?
Property offer refreshments, including tea, coffee and biscuits that can be arranged at a cost per person, per serve. Refreshments will need to be booked in advance.
Can we bring our own food?
Yes. Property charge a nominal fee for external catering.
Is catering provided at Richbell House?
Do your facilities have disabled access?
What are your opening hours?
Property opening hours are 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. Property can provide room rental until 9.00pm on weekdays and from 9.00am to 5.00pm on weekends, upon request.
What room layouts are you able to provide?
Property is flexible as possible. All rooms can be set up in a variety of styles including theatre, U-shape, classroom, cabaret and boardroom. If you have specific requirements please let the property know, and property staff will do there best to accommodate your request.
Can I extend my booked morning or afternoon session?
Is VAT included in your rates?
Do all of your rooms have natural daylight?
Yes. It is property key features at Richbell House.
Where will my accommodation be?
All property accommodations are in Zone 1 or 2 of the Capital. You will be advised of your precise location before you arrive, normally by your university. Please see the apartment profile pages for more information.
Where should I have my mail sent?
Property staff recommends that you have parcels sent to their main administration office at Richbell House in Holborn (5 Richbell place, holborn, WC1N 3LA). Please ensure that parcels include your name, your college, the flat and building where you live. All other post, such as letters, can be sent to your apartment.
How do I know if the maintenance issue is being dealt with?
Sometimes, as good as the service is, property may miss something or its follow up is not as prompt as it would like. If this is the case, please call us on the Freephone number 0800 183 9955 and property will give you an update.
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