Intro
Living at Merlin Point lets one live in a quiet residential location yet close to the local amenities since its only a 10-minute walk from the vibrant city centre. Enjoy 5 minutes stroll to Coventry University campus and 20 minutes bus journey to the University of Warwick. Post-academic classes, one can take time to discover Coventry, a vibrant City in the heart of the UK and home to 2 major universities and students can also take a 20 minutes train journey to Birmingham, UK's second biggest city.
Students get an option to live in stylish studios or en-suite rooms depending on whether they choose to live individually or with a flatmate. The property is equipped with a communal lounge so that even students who live individually, get a chance to socialize with their peers and other flatmates in the accommodation. Merlin Point offers a plethora of wide cultural diversity as students from all over the world come to study live under a single roof. This encourages a spirit of co-dependence and amicability within peers. The community lounge can be used to catch the game or have parties over drinks. Students living here get a fully fitted kitchen to cook their favorite cuisine, if students want to eat out, they can choose from a wide variety of restaurants and pubs, just down the street from the property.
Students residing here get a full year gym membership with University Sports and Recreation Centre that is provided at Merlin Point free of charge. Students can also chill with friends for breakfast at the cafe or watch their favorite movie with their friends at the cinema room. There are plenty of social events organized at Merlin Point on the regular basis, students can take part in the draws to win amazing prizes or come for a friendly chat to the Reception.
This property also provides a 24-hour CCTV surveillance, and secure access controls that stop strangers from accessing the complex and helps students feel secure and protected.
Distance
1. Coventry University:
Walking - 5 mins
2. University of Warwick:
Public Transport - 20 mins
Apartment Facilities
Community Facilities
Configurations
Room Facilities
basic
No need to share in a private room, your sleep/study space/ bathroom is your own. Get to know your neighbours in the large shared kitchen or any other shared living space and facilities in the building. Room size around 12 m.
Relax in the privacy of a fully self-contained apartment. Your living space, cooking and bathing facilities are all just for you. Room size around 14 m (ground floor studio 16 m) with one window .
Relax in the privacy of a fully self-contained apartment. Your living space, cooking and bathing facilities are all just for you. Room size around 14 m (ground floor studio 16 m) with two windows. Limited rooms available.
If you want to live with your best friend or your partner, this is the best room choice for you in this building! You two can enjoy the full privacy in this fully self-contained apartment with necessary cooking and bathing facilities provided. Room size around 21 m
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a couple share one room?
This varies for different accommodation and different room types. Please ask our booking consultant for confirmation via online chat, emails or phone calls.
How to secure a room?
We will secure the room for you upon receiving your initial payment (including your reservation fee and security deposit).
Can I choose where I wish to live?
Yes. As long as there is availability, your requirement will be fulfilled to the most extent.
Apart from the rent, what else do I need to pay?
* Reservation fee to book the room (The Foundry: 100; Other accommodation: 400)
* Security deposit to prevent damage to property (350)
Your security deposit will be registered with the government scheme DPS (Deposit Protection Scheme) or TDS Custodial (Tenancy Deposit Scheme). The deposits will be returned to you after the check out based on the condition of your room.
How long can the tenancy be?
The standard length of UNINN tenancy agreement is 43/44, 47 and 51 weeks. Some student accommodation is available for short let (should be 6 weeks or above), please contact our booking consultant for more details via online chat, emails or phone calls if you are interested.
When do I need to pay reservation fee, security deposit and the rent?
* Reservation fee and security fee: you need to pay this within 48 hours when you book a room with us.
* Rent: you need to pay your first installment or your full rent at least 10 working days before you move into the property (The deadline of paying your first installment or your full rent for this year is 15.08.2018).
* Please note: Paying rent by installments is only allowed to the students who can provide guarantor information. The guarantor should hold British passports and work in the UK; or a qualified UK guarantor service providing agency. You can choose 2 or 3 installments as you wish, but you need to provide the following documents: filled guarantor forms, bank statements of guarantors and pay slips of guarantors). Please contact booking consultant for more information if you are confused.
Who can book a room?
Only full-time students are able to book a room with us. When you book a room, you will be asked to provide certificates of student status (e.g. CASConfirmation of Acceptance for Studies, student ID, valid student visa, etc.).
Can I move in early?
At the moment, apart from The Foundry Newcastle, all our tenancy options are fixed. If your move-in date may be different from the official check-in dates shown on the website, you need to check with our booking consultant for confirmation.Please note, once you've signed up your tenancy agreement, you wont able to change your check-in date shown on your agreement.
Do you have laundry facilities?
Yes, there is laundry in each property.
Does you provide cleaning service?
Regular cleaning services are provided in all communal areas including cluster kitchens. Residents are responsible for the cleaning of bedrooms and also daily cleaning in kitchens.
Can I smoke in my room or the student accommodation building?
No, our property is smoke free. Smoking is not permitted in the premises including studios/en-suite rooms and communal areas. However, a designated smoking area is allocated in the courtyard.
Is the room furnished?
Yes, all rooms are furnished with quality furniture provided.
Is there any social space?
Yes, our property has fantastic social space for students to socialise. There will be on-site events held for tenants to meet more people, to understand culture from all over the world and to be connected with employers.
Is my booking fee fully refundable? / Will I be charged if I cancel before the agreement starts?
Once your booking is accomplished, your reservation fee is not refundable, but your security deposit can only be fully returned if you can prove that you are unable to acquire the UK visa or you are going to study in a different city (e.g. evidences of rejections from universities and UK Home Office).
Can I move out during the agreement?
Yes, you can. However, please note you are still responsible for paying the rent until you find another student to be your substitute tenant. You and your substitute tenant must inform the landlord and accomplish administration works accordingly. Admin fee is applied.