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New for 2019, Holbrook is the latest addition in London student accommodation and has been designed with you in mind. Just 20 minutes from Oxford Circus, North Acton has fast become a favourite destination for students and Holbrooks location on the Central Line, only a few steps away from the tube station, makes it the perfect choice for easy reach the University of London, BPP University, and the wonders of the capital city. With everything you could need right on the doorstep, Holbrook offers a wide choice of contemporary, best value student housing in London, from a range of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom apartments in shared flats to self-contained studio apartments.
If you're looking for great value check out the beautifully fitted rooms which are in smaller apartments for only three people, or you may choose to be in a larger flat with 7 or 8 en-suite student bedrooms and a shared lounge. If you prefer your own space with private cooking facilities there's a great selection of studio apartments. Whichever accommodation you choose you can live in style and be part of our Holbrook community with fantastic social space and first-class facilities.
You can benefit from the communal relaxation and study areas, cinema room and gym there's always something going on so that you can socialise, make friends and feel at home. Our experienced and friendly management team will be on hand 24/7 to take care of you. Secure, convenient, luxurious and great value Holbrook is Londons newest student accommodation designed by experts especially for you.
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Booking Details
CANCELLATION POLICY
An Academic year covers the period 1st September to 31st August. Provided you havent collected the keys to the accommodation, you may be able to cancel your booking by writing or sending an email to us at Email, subject to the following terms:
APPLICATIONS MADE/COMPLETED BEFORE 30TH NOVEMBER 2020
For bookings made before the 31st July for the next academic year you may cancel your booking within 48 hours from accepting the terms of the agreement and completing the tenancy on line. If you chose to cancel your booking with Downing Students during the cancellation period they reserve the right to retain GBP 50 from the Security Deposit paid in lieu of costs incurred
For Bookings made between the 1st and 31st of August for the next academic year you will not be able to cancel. (Please refer to the Re-let policy / No Place, No Pay policy)
Bookings made in and for the current academic year may not be cancelled once the terms of the tenancy have been accepted and the agreement completed (Please refer to the Re-let policy)
Failure to complete the Agreement: In the instance where a deposit is paid and the offer of accommodation is declined i.e. the tenant fails to manually or digitally sign a Tenancy Agreement, they reserve the right to retain GBP 50 from the Security Deposit in lieu of costs.
APPLICATIONS MADE/COMPLETED ON OR AFTER 30TH NOVEMBER 2020**
For bookings made before the 31st July for the next academic year you may cancel your booking within 48 hours from accepting the terms of the agreement and completing the tenancy on line. If you chose to cancel your booking with Downing Students during the cancellation period they reserve the right to retain the Holding Deposit in lieu of expenses incurred
For Bookings made between the 1st and 31st of August for the next academic year you will not be able to cancel once you have accepted the terms of the agreement and competed the tenancy online. (Please refer to the Re-let policy / No Place, No Pay policy)
Bookings made in and for the current academic year may not be cancelled once the terms of the tenancy have been accepted and the agreement has been completed (Please refer to the Re-let policy)
Failure to complete the Agreement: In the instance where a holding deposit is paid and the offer of accommodation is declined i.e. the tenant fails to manually or digitally sign a Tenancy Agreement, they reserve the right to retain the Holding Deposit in lieu of costs incurred.
Subject to the cancellation periods stated above once you have signed your tenancy agreement you will be legally bound by the terms stipulated in your tenancy document.
** Note: cancellation terms may vary if you booked on our free cancellation offer. Full terms and conditions here.
Once the Cancellation Period has expired or if you have collected the keys for your accommodation you will be legally bound by the terms and conditions of the Tenancy Agreement and will be liable to pay all the amounts due. You cannot terminate, or be released from your Tenancy, until such time that you have successfully re-let your room (see Re-let Policy). Please note that a room can only be re let at the higher of the rent specified on the tenancy agreement and the current prevailing rent. This may not necessarily be the same as the rent specified on the outgoing tenants agreement. Any outstanding amounts on your account must be paid in full prior to the landlord agreeing to re let your room. You are not permitted to sublet your room; all rental agreements must be made through Downing Students. In order for Downing Students to re let your room you must complete a Re let form and administration charges will apply.
No Place No Pay: Provided you have not collected your keys the following will apply:
If your offer of a place at your preferred/current University/Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University/Higher Education Institution as a result of you not achieving their required entry grades or passing your end of year exams, you may be eligible to be released from this agreement. You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different University because you have exceeded your expected grades. To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you will need to supply us with a copy of:
a written rejection letter from your chosen university /college or UCAS or a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved; or
a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
These document(s) must be received by us within 7 calendar days from the date your results are published or by 1st September (which ever date is the sooner). Please email the documentation to Email. On receipt of the required documentation it will be verified and, provided they are satisfied, they will cancel your agreement and refund your deposit in full.
If you cannot get a VISA to study in the UK and therefore do not have place at a UK University (either to study online remotely or on Campus) Provided that you have NOT collected the keys, and you have evidence in writing that your Visa and University application has been refused and due to this you no longer have a place on your course (either remote study or on Campus) , they will release you from the tenancy and refund the deposit, provided that you send this evidence to us within 1 week of your notification.
If the Tenancy has already commenced, and you have NOT collected your keys, you will be charged for the period from the Tenancy Start Date to the date you send us with evidence that you have not been granted a VISA and do not have a place at a UK University, (and due to this you no longer have a place on your course) provided that they receive the evidence in writing within 1 week of your notification. If the tenancy has started and/ or you have moved into the accommodation prior to your Visa application being declined you will be responsible for the rent until they can find a student to rent your room.
Summer Let Cancellations:
Summer cancellation request made more than two weeks before the summer tenancy start date:
May be cancelled if evidence is provided to support reason for cancellation (e.g.no summer course, unable to meet conditions of offer etc)
In the case where the summer let is cancelled by Downing the Holding Deposit will be refunded
If customers want to cancel and are unable to provide supporting evidence to support the reason for the cancellation / they have changed their mind the Holding Deposit paid will be held in lieu of costs incurred
Summer cancellation requests made less than two weeks before the summer tenancy start date cannot be cancelled
Payment Details
Booking Deposit:
Pay deposit to confirm the booking
Rent Payments:
Pay in Full (1.5% discount), due in August (included in the price per week)
Pay in 3/4 installments, due in August, September, January and April (UK guarantor required)
Pay in 3/4 installments, due in August, October, December and February (Without UK guarantor)
Mode of Payment:
Pay using a debit card or a credit card (with 2% surcharge) online, over the phone or at the reception.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a student?
Do I need to be studying at a particular University or College?
Will I need to pay a deposit?
Do I need a Guarantor?
What if I fail my end of year exams/A Levels and the University does not offer me a place for September?
What if I cannot get a Visa to study in the UK?
If the Tenancy has already commenced, and you have NOT collected your keys, you will be charged for the period from the Tenancy Start Date to the date you send us with evidence that you have not been granted a VISA, provided that we receive the evidence in writing within 1 week of your notification. If you have moved into the accommodation prior to your Visa application being declined you will be responsible for the rent until we can find a student to rent your room.
Is there a cooling off/ cancellation period?
Subject to the cancellation periods stated above once you have signed your tenancy agreement you will be legally bound by the terms stipulated in your tenancy document.
2. Once the Cancellation Period has expired or if you have collected the keys for your accommodation you will be legally bound by the terms and conditions of the Tenancy Agreement and will be liable to pay all the amounts due. You cannot terminate, or be released from your Tenancy, until such time another full time student has entered into an agreement, with Downing Students, to rent your room. Please note that a room can only be re let at the higher of the rent specified on the tenancy agreement and the current prevailing rent. This may not necessarily be the same as the rent specified on the outgoing tenants agreement. Any outstanding amounts on your account must be paid in full prior to the landlord agreeing to re let your room. You are not permitted to sub let your room; all rental agreements must be made through Downing Students. In order for Downing Students to re let your room you must complete a Re let form and administration charges will apply.
3. No Place No Pay: Provided you have not collected your keys the following will apply:- If your offer of a place at your preferred/current University/Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University/Higher Education Institution as a result of you not achieving their required entry grades or passing your end of year exams, you may be eligible to be released from this agreement. You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different University because you have exceeded your expected grades. To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you will need to supply us with a copy of:
a written rejection letter from your chosen university /college or UCAS or a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved; or
a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
These document(s) must be received by us within 7 calendar days from the date your results are published or by 1st September (which ever date is the sooner). Please email the documentation to us. On receipt of the required documentation it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your agreement and refund your deposit in full.
What am I responsible for?
What does my rent include?
How will I pay my rent?
Please see the tariff for more details.
If youre awaiting a student loan and cant meet payments as scheduled you should contact us at least 48 hours (Monday to Friday) before the payment is due. You will be liable for all bank and administration charges incurred by the Landlord for failed payments and will be expected to reimburse the Landlord for these charges upon demand.
What if I cannot make my rent payment on time?
You will be liable for all bank and administration charges incurred by the Landlord for failed payments and will be expected to reimburse the Landlord for these charges upon demand.
How do I change my payment details?
When can I move in?
When do I have to move out?
What if I want to terminate my agreement and move out?
What do I need to bring?
In a shared apartment there is a TV in the lounge area, while all studios have a Smart TV. There is no TV provided in the 3DIO apartments though there is a TV point provided if you wish to bring your own.
All kitchens include microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge and freezer. Irons, ironing boards and vacuum cleaners are available. Kitchen utensils (crockery, cutlery, pans, etc.) are not provided.
You will not be allowed to bring your own fridges, tumble dryers, portable heaters or other large electrical appliances. Chip pans and deep fat fryers are forbidden, as is the use of candles.