Full Payment Discount
Pay your full annual rent in advance and receive a 2% Discount.
Granary Studios has a fantastic location in the heart of Chester, and the stylish studios are the perfect base for students in the city.
At Granary Studios you can rest assured youll only be living with other students, both Undergrads and Postgrads, meaning a fantastic community, with like-minded friends and social events all under one roof!
With loads of space and stylish dcor, Granary Studios is the ideal place to spend your uni years. Each studio comes with a comfy small double bed, your own mini-kitchen, loads of storage space and a great work area. All you need to choose is how much extra space you want! And remember, our studios are perfect for couples to share as we dont charge any additional fees, our prices are per studio.
Studios are great to have your own space, but with exciting social spaces and a weekly social events schedule, youll have all the opportunities to hang out with friends when you want to. With a TV lounge, games area and weekly events schedule, youll never be bored. And when you need to get your head down theres also a study space too.
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They are in a fantastic location for the city and universities:
University of Chester, Parkgate Road Campus
12 Minutes' Walk
University of Chester, Kingsway Campus
17 Minutes' by Bus
Chester Train Station
16 Minutes' Walk
Grosvenor Shopping Centre
8 Minutes' Walk
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Self-contained studio living starts here for you and perhaps your plus one. If you choose to share the en-suite shower room, small double bed, storage, fitted kitchen and study area, theres no more to pay. 19-20sqm
Tenancies
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If you like to spread out, then this more spacious studio could be for you. The top notch facilities feature an en-suite shower room, small double bed, storage, fitted kitchen and study area. 21-22sqm
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This beauty of a studio, even bigger than the Silver but with the same quality features and fittings, comes with space guaranteed. Ideal if youre alone and like to spread out or theres room enough for two to share. Theres no additional charge if couples share a studio. 23-25sqm
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All the incredible features of the Gold, but with even more space! Perfect to have all to yourself or if you're a couple wanting to share. There's no extra charge for couples sharing! 29sqm
Booking Details
We operate a 72 hour cooling off period up to the 31st July so if your circumstances change you can cancel your booking. To cancel your booking you need to email the accommodation team within 72 hours of signing your Tenancy Agreement. From the 1st August the cooling off period is reduced to 24 hours.
Once the Cooling Off period has expired, you can cancel your booking if:
- You do not have a visa to enter the UK
- You have not acquired the grades to be offered a place at the chosen university
- You have failed to achieve the grades to continue your study at university
In these circumstances, you can cancel your booking prior to the tenancy start date by providing evidence to the Accommodation Manager within 72 hours of being notified. To cancel your booking under these circumstances, please send your UCAS notification/ Visa refusal documentation to the Accommodation Manager within 72 hours of receiving it. There are no other circumstances when we will accept a request for a cancellation either before or during the tenancy. It may be possible with the Landlords agreement to transfer your obligations to someone else who would be eligible to live at the property. This arrangement is known as a Tenancy Takeover. Once the new person has signed and accepted to take over all your obligations are you then released from your obligations to pay the rent and other terms of the Tenancy Agreement.
Payment Details
Rent Payments:
Pay in Full before the tenancy start date, get a discount of 2%
Pay in 4 instalments.
Pay in monthly instalments, if one can demonstrate that he/she is in receipt of a monthly bursary.
Mode of Payment:
Pay using a debit card or a credit card (with 2% surcharge) online, over the phone or at the reception.
Or pay via Pay-to-Study for easy bank transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I choose a certain room?
Absolutely! Floors, flats and room numbers are available to select during the online booking process.
Can we book as a group?
Of course! For locations with shared student apartments, group booking can be completed easily online. One member of the group just needs to register and when asked to Create a group booking, give the group a name and log in. Complete everyones personal details and then pay the booking fee. When done, the rest of the group have 24 hours to register, select Join a group booking and pay their booking fee and thats it your perfect flatshare is secured!
What deposit do I need?
To secure your room you only need to pay the booking fee the amount varies across locations so look at each building individually for details. This becomes your damage deposit in case of any little mishaps while living with us. The booking fee is non-refundable but the good thing is that youll get it back if nothings owing for damage or outstanding rent at the end of your stay. Deposits are fully secured by the Tenancy Deposit Scheme in England and Wales or the My Deposits scheme in Scotland. (For bookings in Scotland see the accommodations full Terms & Conditions.)
Can I have pets?
Sorry, pets of any shape or size arent allowed.
Do I need a TV licence?
Whether we supply the TV or if you bring your own, or watch it through 4TV or the BBC iPlayer, youll need to have a valid TV Licence unless we tell you were covering it. Visit www.tvlicensing.co.uk for details and latest costs.
What is the policy on guests staying in my room?
Were all grown-ups here, so of course occasional overnight guests are allowed. Please dont invite someone to stay for more than three consecutive nights though, and always check with your flatmates first that theyre ok with extra house guests.
Will my student flat be cleaned?
Your student room and any shared areas within your apartment will be spotlessly clean when you arrive, and some of our tenancies include complimentary cleaning throughout your time with us. Look for it when checking out our locations.
How do I log repairs?
Log an issue on our Student Portal and our switched-on team will resolve it as soon as possible. Take a look at the Student Handbook on your chosen Fresh Student Living location page for our managing repairs policy.
How do I find out who I am living with?
On booking, you can see whether your flatmates are male or female, what year they are in and where they are studying. We dont give out names for data protection but you can always use our Facebook pages for each location to find your flatmates before you move in and plan exactly who is bringing the kettle!
Can I smoke?
All Fresh Student Living student accommodation is smoke free and this includes all types of E-cigarettes. Smoking is not allowed in any private and communal areas including bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and all internal social spaces. Designated smoking areas can be found outside of the building.
Are my possessions insured?
Rest assured that every single booking with Fresh comes with free Contents Insurance with Cover4Insurance . Individual locations explain how you can view the Contents Insurance cover certificate online. To upgrade your insurance contact Cover4Insurance directly.
Will my room be inspected?
Your apartment or studio will be fully inspected at least three times during your tenancy. Well keep an eye on cleanliness and hope not to see any damage and missing items. After each inspection we will tell you if any charges will need to be made to put something right. You will be invoiced immediately for recharges for the first two inspections and on the final inspection a deduction will be made from your deposit. The cost of recharges for cleaning, damages and missing items can be found in the Tenancy Handbook.
Do I need to move out over the Christmas and Easter holidays?
No, your room is yours for the whole of your tenancy. You only need to move out at the end of the agreement.
Can I stay in my room over the summer holidays?
We do our best to offer summer student accommodation extensions, or you may want to explore the UK and give another city a try. Contact the Accommodation Team at your chosen accommodation to see what they can do.
When will I get my deposit back?
Your deposit is registered with a Government-approved Tenancy Deposit Scheme. As long as your room is clean and nothing is missing or damaged from your stay, we will aim to get your deposit back to you within 10 working days.
How do I collect my post?
Depending on which Fresh Student Living location is yours, post may be delivered directly through your door by Royal Mail or collected from on-site post boxes. Fresh accepts larger parcel deliveries at reception, but we accept no liability for loss or damage.
Is visitor parking available?
All our student accommodation is centrally located, close to good public transport links and other facilities, so you should be able to get around easily without a car. A small number of sites have limited parking, available at an additional charge, on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact the Accommodation Team at your chosen location for more information.
Is there a laundry on-site?
Yes, so please dont bring any portable washing machines with you! There are on-site laundries at all of our student accommodation locations at an additional charge.
How can I pay if I'm an overseas student?
PaytoStudy is the easy-to-use online payment process thats a secure, fast and affordable way to make international payments to Fresh Student Living. Make international payments free of charge and at competitive foreign exchange rates. And, when PaytoStudy has a local bank account they eliminate the banking charges usually associated with international payments. Benefits include; No International sender/receiver fee, Preferential exchange rate, 24/7 online payment tracking and Customer Service, Receipts of all payments issued to sender/receiver and Easy payment process Bulk Payment options. To make a payment via PaytoStudy, log onto the Student Portal and select Pay here in the Financials section.