Nido Ashlin House, Cork

Yes, the agreement for your room, which you are required to accept in order to complete your booking and secure your room, is a legally binding contract.

Please note that cancellations must be submitted in writing to your residence team at the following address and must be emailed by the student, they cannot accept written notices from parents or guardians.

All bills (water, gas and electricity) are covered in a separate utility fee.
For all 38-week bookings in 2024/25, the utility fee is charged in full with your 1st instalment €467.90 in total.
You can pay for your laundry on a pay-as-you-go basis, using the on-site laundry facilities.

If you wish to terminate the agreement for your room during your period of residence, you should contact the reception team to discuss the option of a room agreement takeover.

If you choose to pay by instalment (8 payments) or are a 17-year-old resident then an Ireland-based or International guarantor is required. You choose your guarantor and enter their information as part of the booking process. They will then get in touch with them directly to confirm.

Dual occupancy is available in studios only, students are not permitted to share ensuite rooms. Please note both tenants must be students.

They understand you may not have your PPSN yet but don’t worry, you can still book a room.
During the booking process, simply mark this field as “n/a” or “none” and make sure to update your profile with the information once your PPSN has been granted (this last part is super important!).

Although they love fluffy animals, pets are not permitted at property. However assistant/support animals are welcome provided that evidence of same is provided by the student, this includes verification from the disability support officer of your college

They do allow day and night guests, however, for your own safety and security, there are a few guest policies in place:
– You can have unlimited guests visiting during the day between 9am and 10.30pm
– For overnight stays, one guest can stay for a maximum of three consecutive nights. Any guest staying longer than this must be discussed with management and may not stay more than 8 consecutive nights
– All guests must be 18 years of age or over
You will have to sign in your guests, and they must bring a photo ID to gain entry into the building

They have laundry rooms in all of their property’s in Ireland. You’ll have 24-hour access to washers and dryers.
Payment is done through an app that you can download and use as you wish.

They have accessible rooms available at all their residences. They want to make sure that everyone is able to have a safe and comfortable stay with them. Please let them know about any medical information or disabilities on your application or contact them directly to find out more. Property will be happy to liaise with your college disability support officer to meet your needs.

Contents insurance is not currently included in the rent for the property’s in Ireland.

In their ensuite rooms you will find:
– A small double bed
– Study desk, chair and storage space
– Ensuite bathroom with shower, sink & toilet
– Wardrobe with hanging space and shelving
Our studio rooms include:
– A small double bed
– Wardrobe with hanging space & shelving
– Ensuite bathroom with shower, sink & toilet
– Study desk & chair
– Breakfast bar and kitchenette with storage, hob, microwave oven and fridge
– A TV
Lastly, their kitchen/living room spaces include:
– A shared kitchen with storage, hob, combi microwave oven, oven and fridge
– A dining area with a dining table
– A lounge area with sofas and a TV

Your kitchen comes with some cooking and eating utensils, however they strongly advise also bringing some additional items if needed, please note their hobs are induction ready so please ensure your items are compatible.
They do not provide linen as they tend to be personal items, so please bring your own bedding/pillows/towels. You can order these to the complex in advance of your arrival and they will be in your room when you arrive. Please liaise with staff to organise

Yes, they have high speed Wifi throughout each property so you can be connected at all times. More information on how to connect will be provided upon your arrival.
They’re even the first student accommodation building in Ireland to have been awarded a Silver rating by Wired Score, this means guaranteed connectivity everywhere in the building and their WiFi is super fast and reliable, plus you’re able to connect from day one.

Cleaning services of your room and flat are not included in your stay. However, they ensure all common spaces and corridors are regularly cleaned.

TVs are provided in their studio rooms and all of their shared kitchen/lounges.

If you’d like to move rooms, they’ll always try to accommodate it. Please do note that they can only offer room changes if there are rooms available to move into within your property residence and there is an understandable reason for wanting the change.
Keep in mind that different rooms can be offered at varying prices. The rates are based on a number of things, like the size of the room, location in the building and its availability so it may be that you will have to pay a different rate to occupy another room.

They encourage everyone to bring their bikes to university as it makes for a much more environmentally friendly way to get around town. In fact, all of their Nidos have bike storage available. Simply speak to the team to book your space. Bikes must only be stored in the specified bike stores. You are advised to take out contents insurance that covers loss or damage to your bike, property is not liable for any damage, theft or loss of bikes in the bike store.

Their maintenance teams are available to help with any issues or questions. They’re also available for any emergencies during the weekends.
If you do experience any maintenance issues during your stay, please email reception with your maintenance requests. The team will update you on the progress of the job and book a time with you for accessing your room.

They don’t allow smoking inside your residence, but you’re free to do so in the designated smoking areas. These are located at the front of reception and the centre courtyard. Smoking inside, in the bike store, bin store or at rear of building is strictly forbidden.

You can personalise your room, as long as you’re able to return your room at the end of your contract in the orginal state. You will be recharged for any damages on your room, such as holes, nails or glue marks on the wall.

Their reception team will accept parcels on your behalf during office hours where possible. They will then send you an email to inform you your package is ready for collection.

There are a very limited number of parking spaces at Ashlin House open to students. These are on a permit basis only, if you are not allocated a permit, you will not be able to park in the Ashlin House car park.

Before making your first instalment, you will need to submit your proof that you are a registered student. They will accept the following:
• Proof of registration from Academic Records office of college
• Acceptance or offer letter from course director
• CAO offer letter or acceptance
Irish students (only) will need to submit their PPSN with their documentation. During check in, students must have acceptable photo ID, this includes passport, public services card, drivers licence or age card.

Where they have availability they may be able to extend or start your contact with them early. Please contact your residence team to find out if this is possible for your requirements.

If you like to share the same communal kitchen and living area with your friends, you can choose to live with your friends by selecting the same apartment number when you book with them. Please note, this is subject to availability, so ensure to book in advance. Please contact them when you need any help in choosing your rooms.

To ensure you get the best check in experience, they will send out an email with different timeslots when it gets nearer to your check-in weekend, so you can book a time that’s suitable for you.

It is perfectly understandable that you might be anxious or worried about being away from home.
Here are some ways to relieve stress and anxiety: You can also speak to your residence team about it and they can help with local resources, groups and university support too.

• Look for ideas of exercises you can do and are comfortable with
• Spend time doing things you enjoy – this might include reading, cooking, other indoor hobbies or listening to the radio or watching TV programmes
• Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, drink enough water and try to avoid smoking, alcohol and drugs
• Keep your windows open to let in fresh air, get some natural sunlight if you can, or get outside into the garden (where possible)

You can also speak to your residence team about it and they can help with local resources, groups and university support too.