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Intro
Bloomsbury Janet Poole House is a trendy student accommodation located on Gower Street in Bloomsbury London. Being in Londons Zone 1, Bloomsbury Janet Poole House is close to most of the London universities including SOAS (School of African and Oriental Studies), University of Westminster, University College London as well as Imperial College London; making it an ideal accommodation option in London for students. Spend your spare time at the propertys outdoor courtyard chatting with roommates or binge watch your favourite series on Sky TV. Learn new skills like photoshop on your laptop with the help of high-speed Wifi or have a gala time with other residents in the social spaces.
The Bloomsbury Janet Poole House offers a wide range of options for students to choose from; right from studios to shared apartments. Each studio apartment comes with a comfortable bed, personal study space, private bathroom and fully-fitted kitchenette. And if you wish to live with other students shared apartments would be perfect for you. Every shared apartment comes with a comfortable bed and study desk and chair, however the bathroom, kitchenette and lounge has to be shared among the roommates.
Apart from this, the residents of Bloomsbury Janet Poole House London student accommodation also get to enjoy on-site laundry service, so students wont have to worry about washing clothes. The property also facilitates a secure door entry system so students wont have to worry about the safety of your personal belongings. The students can also contact the on-site security and maintenance team at any time of the day regarding any query or issues.
Living at Bloomsbury Janet Poole House London, students can enjoy the fantastic nightlife at Soho or venture off to Oxford Street and shop to your hearts content or visit Leicester Square, all of which are at a commutable distance from the student property. Enjoy a great cup of coffee with a delicious breakfast menu at Bloomsbury Coffee Shop or kick-start the weekend at the Cafe de Paris in Mayfair.
Bloomsbury Janet Poole House London is perfect for every student who wishes to have a healthy balance between work and play.
Distance
1. Distance to Goodge Street (Northern Line):
Walking - 4 min
2. Distance to London Euston Station:
Walking - 10 min
3. Distance to University of London:
Walking - 1 min
4. Distance to University College London Hospital:
Walking - 3 min
5. Distance to University College London:
Walking - 4 min
6. Distance to The University of Law:
Walking - 5 min
7. Distance to University of Westminster:
Public Transport - 16 min
Walking - 14 min
8. Distance to University of Arts London:
Private Transport - 10 min
Walking - 19 min
9. Distance to LSE (London School of Economics):
Private Transport - 9 min
Public Transport - 15 min
Walking - 22 min
10. Distance to SOAS (School of African and Oriental Studies):
Private Transport - 1 min
Public Transport - 4 min
Walking - 4 min
Apartment Facilities
Community Facilities
Configurations
basic
Bloomsbury Janet Poole House is undergoing extensive refurbishment and improvement works during summer 2018, so all images are indicative. The Twin Ensuite Room is a compact shared room approx 20m2 with two 3/4 beds and an ensuite bathroom as well as study desks and plenty of storage. The kitchen is shared with another Twin Ensuite Room.
Apartment Features
basic
A spacious self-contained shared studio measuring approx 23m with two single beds. All of their Classic Twin Studios have a private kitchenette and a modern en-suite bathroom as well as study desks and plenty of storage.
A spacious self-contained shared studio measuring approx 25-27m with two 3/4 beds. All of our Bloomsbury Twin Studios have a private kitchenette and a modern en-suite bathroom as well as study desks and plenty of storage.
Apartment Features
basic
The Gower Room measures around 9-12m and offers a comfortable private bedroom with a 3/4 size bed and all their usual bedroom furniture. A separate bathroom is shared with a couple of their current or future friends, and their shared kitchen is also perfect to hang out and enjoy a tasty meal.
Apartment Facilities
basic
The Premium Twin Apartment is a huge 45m apartment, with 2 double beds within a shared bedroom. You'll have a private kitchen with integrated appliances and a modern ensuite bathroom. With unlimited 100Mbps wifi and newly refurbished common areas, outdoor courtyard, comfortable snug and on-site laundry.
The Deluxe Twin Apartment is the largest room in the building measuring 52m, with two double beds in the large, shared room. The apartment is fitted out with contemporary furniture and with a large private kitchen with integrated appliances and a modern ensuite bathroom, the apartment is the height of luxurious student living. With unlimited 100Mbps wifi and newly refurbished common areas, outdoor courtyard, comfortable snug and on site laundry. Available for single occupancy.
Apartment Features
The Gower Room En-suite is a compact and comfortable private bedroom with a 3/4 double bed and all of their usual bedroom furniture with a separate shared bathroom. The shared kitchen is also perfect to hang out and prepare a tasty meal but we know there'll be those busy times when they just want a quick snack, so each of their Gower Rooms comes with its own fridge freezer and microwave.
Apartment Features
The Bloomsbury Ensuite Room offers a comfortable bedroom with a 3/4 double bed and our usual bedroom furniture. You room comes with a modern ensuite bathroom and a shared kitchen.
Room Facilities
The ever popular Classic Studio measures around 15-16.5m and comes with everything you need for a comfortable place to call home. This studio comes complete with a modern kitchenette and en-suite bathroom.
Apartment Facilities
basic
Why not call our Gower Studio 'home'? Enjoy your beautiful open plan bedroom measuring around 17-18m with either a double or 3/4 size bed and modern en-suite bathroom. You'll also have your own kitchenette within the room to cook up some tasty treats!
Apartment Features
The popular Bloomsbury Studio is a really spacious, self-contained studio that comes with everything a student needs for a comfortable place to call home. This studio comes complete with a modern kitchenette and en-suite bathroom.
Apartment Features
basic
The Bloomsbury Suite is a comfortable and spacious self-contained apartment with a comfy sized bed and all of our usual bedroom furniture. The Bloomsbury Suite offers a modern en-suite bathroom and its own self contained kitchen.
The Deluxe Apartment is the largest room in the building measuring 52m, with two double beds in a large bedroom. The apartment is fitted out with contemporary furniture and with a large private kitchen with integrated appliances and a modern ensuite bathroom, the apartment is the height of luxurious student living. With unlimited 100Mbps wifi and newly refurbished common areas, outdoor courtyard, comfortable snug and on site laundry. Subject to availability, the Deluxe Apartment is also available as a Deluxe Twin Apartment.
Apartment Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Self Catered
- WiFi
- Cooker
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Desk & Chair
- Double Bed
- En Suite
- Lockable Bedroom
- TV in room
- On Site Maintenance
- Laundry Room
Booking Details
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your booking up to 14 days after you accept your offer or pay your deposit (the Initial Cancellation Period), which reduces to 7 days from 1st August ahead of the academic year being booked, providing you have not already moved in to the property and we will refund your security deposit in full. Deposits will normally be refunded within 28 working days of cancellation, however our legal obligation as a landlord is to secure all deposits with a third party protection scheme. In the event that your deposit has already been sent to the protection scheme by the time you cancel your booking, your refund could take up to 60 days to be refunded due to the protection schemes processing period and your deposit refund will come directly from them you will need your repayment ID which will be sent to you directly by the protection scheme. If the deposit has already been sent to the deposit protection scheme, unfortunately, we are unable to influence their processing time.
If you cancel your booking after the 14 day Initial Cancellation Period (7 days after 1st August), you will remain liable for the weekly rent (for each and every week or part week) until we are able to re-let the room. If we are able to re-let the room we will release you from the agreement upon payment of a 250 release fee which we will recover by retaining your deposit (which will not, therefore, be returned). If you have paid a lower deposit amount, thats the amount that will be retained.
Payment Details
Deposit Fees:
50-250 to confirm the booking (Refundable at the end of tenancy)
Rent Payments:
If you have a valid UK Guarantor, you can choose to pay your rent in three instalments, which are due in September, January and April.
If you dont have a valid UK Guarantor, you are required to pay the full rent in August, 14 days prior to your contract start date.
Please note you must have paid the rent due by the time you arrive to check in.
Other instalment options may be available, however admin fees may apply.
Mode of Payment:
Online via by logging into your student account
At the property reception desk
By telephone to the property team
By bank transfer (please ensure you use your name and student ID as the payment reference).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I live here?
You must be a full-time student, and be 18 years or older to live in the property. You can book with this property whether you have a conditional or unconditional offer. However, please be aware of the cancellation policy prior to booking should your place at university not yet be confirmed.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not permitted in the buildings.
What are your contract lengths?
Each of the properties offer different contract lengths and room types.
Can I choose who I live with?
If you are applying to live with friends, please ensure that you enlist the details of friends that you would like to live with in the booking form with us, we will then contact them and make the arrangements for you!
Can I request to move rooms during my tenancy?
You would need to make a formal request to the accommodation team of the property you are residing at. If you request to move rooms during your tenancy please note there is a room move admin fee of 50.00, you would also be issued with new documents confirming the details of the room move.
A room move would be impacted by the availability at the time of the request and if there is a waiting list for the requested room or flat type.
Should your requested room move result in moving to more expensive accommodation then yourself and the Guarantor shall be liable to pay the higher rent from the date the Tenant is given access to the more expensive accommodation.
Do you provide summer accommodation?
Yes, the summer accommodation of the same provider usually opens around March.
Do I have to move out in the holidays?
No, your room is yours for the full contract period! You wont have to move out in the holidays, so you wont have to remove your belongings every term.
How do I book a viewing?
You can book a viewing of any selected property by sending us an email.
How do I cancel or re-arrange my viewing?
By dropping us an email for the same.
Can I book a room without a viewing?
Absolutely. However, we would always recommend booking a viewing wherever possible.
How long does a viewing take?
Usually up to 30 minutes. However, the sales team are always happy to spend as much time as is needed assisting you with your booking.
What will I be shown on my viewing?
All communal areas and room types requested (dependent upon availability).
I'm in a different country, how do I view a property?
All the properties of the provider have access to Skype option, so you can view a property from wherever you want. Just drop us an email the date & time that suits you and we would arrange a viewing for you.
What do I do if Im a first-year student and Im still waiting for my exam results?
If youre still waiting for your exam results and youre not sure whether your place at university is confirmed, dont worry! You can still apply. You just need to ensure that if you do not get your place at university, you let us know on your chosen property in writing a maximum of 3 days after the A Level results day, to cancel your booking. You must provide a UCAS letter to verify your change in circumstances. In this instance, you will receive a full refund of your deposit. If you dont let us know within 3 days, your tenancy agreement will remain in place, and you will be liable for the rent on your room for the entire contract period.
Can I book if Im under 18?
The bookings from students who are under 18 are accepted only if they will turn 18 in the first term of the academic year. Unfortunately, for health and safety reasons, applications from students who wont turn 18 in their first term are not accepted.
What is included in my rent?
All utility bills are included in your rent such as gas, electricity and water and unlimited wifi*. However, your TV license is not included and this is the sole responsibility of the resident as this is not classed as a utility.
Can I pay my rent from overseas?
You can pay your rent either online, or by bank transfer depending on your chosen property. Please note that if you make your payment using a credit card or an overseas debit card, you will be required to pay a surcharge of 1.5%.
Can I pay my rent weekly?
The largest instalment plan with this provider is 10, the total contract value is divided into 10 equal amounts and this is paid across 10 months.
What do I need to provide to be a guarantor?
Please note to be a guarantor you must be in full time employment or a homeowner and lived in the UK (England or Wales) for more than 5 years.
You can provide:
A copy of proof of identity (with photograph) such as:
- Passport
- Driving License
- ID Badge
A copy of proof of address (less than 3 months old) such as: Utility bill statement (i.e. Electricity, Water, Telephone)
- Bank statement
- Council tax bill for current year
Can I move in before I pay my rent?
Students who are up to date with their rental schedule are only allowed to move in early.
What do I do if my student loan hasnt arrived yet?
A deferred rent payment option is available for students paying their rent instalments with student finance.
Please note the following steps in order to request a deferred rent instalment plan if you are student who has rebooked to live in a Homes for Students property.
In order to defer your 1st, 2nd and 3rd rent payments you will be required to do the following:
- Provide evidence of your student loan finance schedule, showing when you will receive your 1st payment, please forward this by email to the property you will be living at in September.
- Make a payment of 2 weeks rent, 14 days prior to your contract starting, the date of your tenancy can be found on your tenancy agreement.
- The 2 week rent payment will be deducted from the 1st instalment and the remaining balance will need to be paid in line with the date your student finance will be paid.
- You will also need to advise if you wish to defer the date of the 2nd and 3rd rent payments in line with your student finance, this request also needs to go to your property team.
There is no additional charge for the deferred payment plan for rebooking student
Do I need a guarantor?
If you wish to pay your rent in three instalments, you will need a guarantor. Your guarantor must be a homeowner or in full-time employment.
What happens to my deposit?
Your deposit is placed into a Deposit Protection Scheme, where it is held safely throughout the academic year.
When do I get my deposit back?
Your deposit will be returned to you after your tenancy agreement has ended and your room has been inspected. The amount returned to you will depend on any outstanding charges and any damages found in your room or the communal areas in your flat. Please see your tenancy agreement for more information. The deposit can take up to 30 days to get credited.