Nestled in the heart of Oxford, The Mews Oxford, OX4 2SY offers a range of comfortable living spaces for students, including ensuites and studios. The Mews Oxford student accommodation offers an ideal haven for academic excellence, with proximity to esteemed institutions close to various educational institutions, such as student accommodation near Oxford Brookes University, Oxford Sixth Form College, and the University of Oxford. The Mews residence Oxford student accommodation Oxford stands out with its modern facilities, fostering a vibrant community. Immerse yourself in a comfortable, well-equipped environment designed for student success. With the perfect blend of convenience and quality, The Mews Oxford is not just accommodation; it's a lifestyle tailored to modern living experiences.
Located in England, UK, Oxford is a city steeped in academic excellence and cultural heritage, making The Mews Oxford student accommodation a prime choice for students worldwide. With a student population that contributes significantly to the city's vibrant atmosphere, Oxford ranks amongst the top educational hubs globally. The city's illustrious history extends to its medieval university, which has cultivated numerous leaders and intellectuals. Students residing at Oxford Mews have the added advantage of being surrounded by the city's myriad attractions, including the iconic Bodleian Library and Ashmolean Museum. The Mews accommodation Oxford is surrounded by diverse areas that contribute to the dynamic lifestyle Oxford has to offer. Glanville Road itself is a picturesque and tranquil area, providing a perfect retreat for focused study sessions. The Mews Oxford student accommodation is more than just a place to stay; it's a gateway to enriching student life in one of the most historic and intellectually stimulating cities in the world. With its prime location and thoughtful design, The Mews Oxford aims to create a home away from home for students, fostering an environment conducive to academic achievement and personal growth. The Mews Oxford is not just a haven for academic pursuits but also a gateway to the enriching experiences that Oxford offers, from its quaint bookshops and bustling cafes to serene parks and enthralling historical sites.
Designed for the modern student, The Mews Oxford blends comfort with convenience, ensuring a memorable and pleasant stay. The array of amenities offers a perfect mix of privacy and social engagement suitable for any student's lifestyle. Oxford Mews offers a range of ensuites and studios. At The Mews student accommodation Oxford, every detailed facility is tailored to enhance the living experience. The ensuite rooms are designed to provide you with the perfect blend of privacy and community living. Enjoy the luxury of your private room and bathroom, ensuring you have the space to unwind and relax after a long day of classes. Our shared kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, perfect for cooking up a storm with your new housemates. Your room comes furnished with a 3/4 double bed, large desk, chair, bookshelves, and a noticeboard, providing you with everything you need for a productive study session. Stay cosy and warm with central heating, and keep your belongings organised with a wardrobe, bedside table, drawers, and coathooks. Experience student living at its finest with our top-notch amenities! The studios also offer many of these amenities, plus a few more, such as an oven and hob, microwave, kettle, breakfast bar & stool, and a fridge/freezer including utilities like Wifi, heating and electricity.
The common amenities further complement the individual room features, fostering a community atmosphere while providing additional facilities for recreation and leisure. The Mews Oxford offers wheelchair-accessible rooms, ensuring that all students have equal access to our facilities. The communal lounge is the heart of the community, where you can relax, socialise, and make lifelong friendships. Get ready for fun and engaging Resilife events designed to enhance your university experience and help you thrive both academically and personally. Unwind with friends over a game of pool or table tennis on our games tables, or enjoy some fresh air in our outdoor courtyard. Keep your bicycle safe and secure with our secure bicycle parking. Our laundry room provides convenient washing and drying facilities, while our on-site recycling facility helps reduce our environmental impact. Plus, rest easy knowing that your belongings are protected with contents insurance included in your stay. Experience a vibrant and supportive student community at the Mews accommodation Oxford!
Live at the heart of a storied city at The Mews Oxford, where every corner brings you closer to the rich tapestry of history and academia. With the prestigious University of Oxford just 7 min walk from the property, enriched learning experiences beckon day and night. When the day's study at Oxford Brookes University or Lincoln College winds down, sip a well-deserved coffee at the nearby Missing Bean Coffee Roastery or unwind at Green Routes Cafe. Crave a gastronomic delight? Indulge your taste buds at Caprinos Pizza Oxford - Cowley, Everest Nepalese, and Yeti. Catch up with friends over drinks at The Rusty Bicycle and The Magdalen Arms. Fulfil daily needs with ease as major grocery chains such as Cowley Butchers & Grocery and Sainsbury's Local are a casual stroll away. If medical attention is ever required, rest easy knowing that Churchill Hospital and John Radcliffe Hospital are accessible for your well-being. Green spaces like South Park and the iconic Christ Church Meadow offer bountiful nature for mind-clearing jogs or peaceful reads.
Oxford's cultural and historical offerings, like the Ashmolean Museum, amplify the serenity within this educative domain. For an evening out, The Oxford Artisan Distillery presents spirited tastings or admires the stars from the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. From grocery runs to cultural explorations, this student accommodation choice not only provides a comfortable living space but also embeds students in the dynamic rhythm of Oxford's social and cultural life. Choosing The Mews Oxford means embracing a lifestyle where convenience, community, and cultural experiences seamlessly come together. The Mews Oxford student accommodation ensures you're part of this vibrant locale, participating in the exhilarating university lifestyle with every amenity at your grasp. Encapsulating a mixture of comfort and convenience, The Mews Oxford is a premium choice for those keen on embracing student life with zeal and zest.
Navigating your way around Oxford from The Mews Oxford is a breeze, thanks to the array of public transport options at your fingertips. Whether you are attending classes at the prestigious University of Oxford or spending an afternoon exploring the city, you'll find that key transport hubs are conveniently located. Close by are various bus stops, ensuring that no matter your destination in Oxford, you will have easy access to frequent and reliable services. You can take the Shelley Road bus stop and Howard Street east bus stop. The property's advantageous location means you are also not far from vital railway stations, connecting you to locales both near and far. You can take the Oxford travel terminals and Radley train station. Embrace the ease of having such connected services so close to The Mews Oxford student accommodation, giving you one less thing to worry about as you immerse yourself in student life in Oxford.
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Viewings at Northernhay House are available by appointment only. Please contact the management office to book a viewing.
If you cancel your contract before the contract begins, or you want to cancel and move out early, you will be subject to their cancellation terms and charges.
To take out a tenancy with them you need to be eligible for council tax exemption. This applies to all full-time students and some part-time students, if you are unsure your university or college should be able to advise you whether you are exempt.
When making your booking you can request to share with friends. They will not hold rooms for your friends, so it is up to you to make sure your friends apply at the same time as you so that they can try to place you in a flat together. Please be aware that they cannot guarantee allocations or preferences.
They are only able to offer double occupancy in their one bedroom flats. There is single occupancy across all other room types. If you would like to live with a friend in a room type other than their one bedroom flats, they can offer two rooms within the same cluster flat or two studios next door to each other.
They look at the room type you have requested, your year of study, gender and any other preferences. Northernhay House will try to allocate you to a flat that is suitable to your situation and preferences, however it is not always possible for them to meet your requests.
There is a section on your application form where you can state any preferences. Whilst they will do what they can to try to meet your requests, they cannot guarantee room type, flat type, location or the profile of the other residents in your flat.
Yes, it is possible for you to stay at Northernhay House throughout your studies. Bookings are taken on a first come first served basis so be sure to re-book as soon as possible.
A copy of the standard Northernhay House tenancy agreement can be downloaded from website via the relevant room type page. All residents will receive a copy of their tenancy agreement (AST) via email upon signing the document electronically during the online booking process.
If you cancel your contract before the contract begins you will be subject to their cancellation terms and charges Cancellations will only be accepted upon receipt of a completed cancellation form.
Once the contract has begun you are liable for the full tenancy as stated in the tenancy agreement. Cancellation terms and charges apply. You may be able to surrender your tenancy agreement early subject to a replacement tenant being found. Please check with reception for more information.
If another, suitable, tenant is found to take over your tenancy Northernhay House will agree to release you from your contract. You will be required to pay an administration charge. You must vacate your room and return the keys to reception. You will be refunded any overpaid rent after you have moved out. This refund will be calculated based on the date the new tenant takes up occupation of the room not the date you move out. Should no replacement tenant be found for your room you will be liable for the rent for the duration of your tenancy agreement.
Please make sure that you bring your Booking Confirmation email, one form of photographic ID and your Boarding Pass (available to download/screenshot once you have completed your online induction). Keys will not be issued without the online induction having been completed, so please ensure this is completed at least 24-hours prior to arrival.
Due to their fantastic location in the heart of Exeter City Centre and limited parking spaces, Northernhay House can only offer short stay parking when moving in/out of the accommodation. The team at Northernhay House will send out arrival information during the run up to the September move-in weekend(s) – please keep an eye out for this email as it contains important information on how to get to Northernhay House by train, bus and local pay-on-foot car parks should you wish to drive.
Northernhay House is staffed 24/7. At the start of contract, they are open from 9am to 6pm on each of the move in days. However, if you arrive when the office is closed, don’t panic, instructions outside their office will advise you how to contact the member of staff on duty.
You will be welcomed on arrival in their reception by a member of Northernhay House team. You will be asked to provide any documents that are outstanding from you. Once the paperwork (if any) is complete, you will be issued with your key and fob. As you will appreciate, move-in days are extremely busy for their team – please be prepared for possible delays/queues, and try to ensure that you bring with you any items that the team have requested in advance to speed the process along.
Part of the university experience is meeting people from different backgrounds, interests and cultures. They hope that you will enjoy the diversity of university life, however should you be unhappy it is worth spending some time talking to your flatmates to try to come to some mutually agreeable solution. It is usually not possible for a room move, please speak to reception if you have any problems and should someone else be in the same situation they may be able to swap rooms between residents. It is important to remember that moving to university is a stressful time and that initial teething problems are usually resolved within the first few weeks.
It is not usually possible to change rooms after you have arrived. All rooms are allocated on a 43 or 51 week contract and unless another resident also requests a room swap they would be unable to change your room.
Please contact Northernhay House for more information if you would like to move in early. You will need to complete a separate summer application and you may not be able to stay within the same room for the summer stay as you would for the academic year.
All flats come with a cooker, hob, microwave, toaster and kettle provided as standard.
Northernhay House provides a mattress and mattress protector; however additional bedding is not supplied.
A 100Mb Wi-Fi connection is provided to every room at Northernhay House free of charge. Their provider also offers residents additional add-ons for TV, gaming and back-up. All residents wishing to use the internet services must sign up to the terms and conditions of use.
You can connect via Wi-Fi or a Cat 5 patch cable.
Yes, they have lifts that service all floors at Northernhay House.
No bikes may be stored within the flats. Bike storage may be available on site, contact reception for further information.
Northernhay House is staffed Monday-Friday between 9:30am and 5:30pm, with rotational staff members patrolling the site between 5:30pm and 9:30am, as well as on weekends.
Reception is open Monday-Friday, 09:30am to 5:30pm.
You are given access to the online portal where maintenance jobs are able to be logged. Once logged, their team will work quickly to try and rectify the issue for you. For out of hours emergencies, contact the caretakers.
Once reported, the maintenance job appears on the caretakers iPad for them to see. They will come and assess the issue, and hopefully fix it for you on their first visit. Occasionally, it will not always be possible to complete the repair on the first visit and a subsequent visit may be necessary. Repairs are responded to on a priority basis, please be aware that it may not be possible to attend to your problem the same day you report it, especially at busy times of the year.
If you have a maintenance problem that needs urgent assistance when the reception is closed you should contact the member of staff on site. The caretaker or security guard will respond to your problem and do whatever is possible to resolve the issue, but it may not always be possible to complete the repair out of office hours.
There are two launderettes at Northernhay House located one located on the 4th floor and another on the 5th floor. Washers and dryers are provided, and managed by, the third-party company Circuit Laundry. Information on how to report issues within the launderette is displayed on posters within the room itself, alternatively, speak to reception and they will be more than happy to assist with reporting any issues on your behalf.
Mail boxes containing your post are located in reception, Reception staff will issue you with a key at check-in. Parcels and recorded mail will be signed for by Northernhay House staff without liability.
It is the resident’s own responsibility to clean their rooms and they share responsibility for the communal area of the flat. On-site staff will conduct monthly inspections and you are expected to ensure that your bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, lounge and hallway are clean on these days. Failure to meet the required cleanliness standards will result in external cleaning contractors being brought in, the cost of which will be passed onto the resident(s). At the end of the tenancy the bedroom and flat must be returned in a good, clean condition to avoid cleaning charges, again it is the responsibility of all residents to ensure the kitchen, lounge and hallway are clean. The block stairways, corridors and all communal facilities are regularly cleaned by their team of caretakers – posters detailing which areas are cleaned when are displayed throughout the site on block noticeboards.
No, Smoking and vaping is not permitted in any area within Northernhay House; this includes bedrooms, kitchens, lounges, hallways, stairways, communal rooms. The designated smoking area is located in the courtyard to the front of Northernhay House. Charges will apply for anyone found to be smoking within the building.
Occasional overnight guests are permitted provided your flatmates agree. All overnight guests must be signed in at reception for safety, security and so that staff know who is on site in the event of an emergency. You must accompany your guests at all times whilst they are on site and you are responsible for their behaviour.
No, Northernhay House does not have guest rooms during term-time. If you need an additional room during the summer months, this should be possible.
The carpark is run and managed by Premier Park, all visitors must pay for parking following the signs in the car park to avoid receiving a parking fine.
Their accommodation has secure electronic fob access at the main entrances to ensure that only residents have access to the site. Visitors will need to contact reception or yourself to gain access. All visitors should be signed in at reception, this is for reasons of safety, security and to ensure that in the event of an emergency, the team know who is on site. Visitors must be accompanied by residents at all times whilst on site and residents should be reminded that they are responsible for their visitors actions throughout the duration of their stay.
No pets of any type are permitted at Northernhay House.
They hope that you never have any reason to be dissatisfied with the service they provide you. However, if you have any issues that you would like to bring up with them please contact a member of staff in your management office who will endeavour to resolve the problem for you.
Northernhay House does not take any deposits. The payment you make upon booking is an advance rental payment and is offset against your first or only instalment of rent.
If you do not live in the UK and do not have a UK guarantor, you will need to pay for your rent in full upon booking. You can arrange to do this either by credit/debit card or bank transfer. Please be aware that if paying by bank transfer the bank will usually deduct charges from the amount you send them, and you will need to pay the amount due, in full, before you can move in.
All UK students will be required to provide a UK guarantor.
Please note that all payments must be cleared in full upon the date they become due. This may or may not fall in line with Student Finance payments. Payment due dates are available to view on the relevant room type page on website.
If you are having financial difficulties, you should contact a member of the management immediately. Failure to do so could result in interest charges being added to your account if you fail to pay on the due dates as well as legal proceedings being started against you and, where applicable, your guarantor. Management staff can usually advise you of where to go to get additional financial help which will assist you in meeting your financial obligations.
You do not need to take any action here, as Northernhay House do not store bank account or credit/debit card details within their systems. Simply log in to your account the next time your rent is due, and clear the balance using your new credit/debit card.
Northernhay House cannot accept foreign currency or travellers cheques as payment. The safest and simplest way for international students to make a payment is by Credit/Debit card or bank transfer.
Please log in to your Portal Account and click on the ‘Account’ tab. You are able to view all charges, transactions and payment dates via this section of your portal.
If you don’t pay your rent daily interest may be added to the amount you owe to them. Your guarantor will be contacted and will be asked to pay the amount that you owe. Northernhay House will commence legal proceedings against any resident who fails to pay the rent due. These proceeding will also include action against the resident’s guarantor.
Provided you are a student in full-time education you will be exempt from council tax.
Their rents are inclusive of electricity consumption up to the value of £300 per room. No charge is made for water consumption, gas usage or internet provision.
A 100Mb connection is provided to your room free of charge. Should you wish to upgrade to a faster connection you should contact their internet provider and payments can be made online.
Northernhay House does not supply a TV licence for the television supplied in the lounge area of your flat you should purchase one prior to connecting the TV as detailed in your tenancy agreement. Should you bring a television for your bedroom or access TV through your internet connection you will need to arrange for a separate TV licence. Please contact TV Licensing for further details.
Contents insurance is automatically included with your rent. The property is working in partnership with Cover4insurance.com and their student insurance, Cover4Students, to provide some cover for the contents inside your room. You don’t need to do anything to activate this cover, but it is important for you to check and ensure that you fully understand the protection provided and whether it is sufficient for your needs.
You are expected to ensure that your room and flat are returned at the end of your contract in good condition. You must make sure that all areas within the flat are cleaned thoroughly and that all rubbish and unwanted items are removed from the flat to avoid any charges being incurred. Damage to the flat or missing items will be charged for in accordance with the publicised charges in reception. You must ensure that all outstanding invoices are settled prior to your departure. A final room and bedroom check will be completed at the end of the tenancy once the student has moved out and you will be notified and invoiced for any damages.
During office hours, they should be returned to the reception. If you move out when the office is closed you should put your keys in an envelope with your name and room number clearly marked on it, and return them to the member of staff on duty.
Northernhay House does not take a deposit, and as such no money will be refunded upon your departure. All damages will be invoiced for after you have left, and you will need to ensure these are paid within 7 days of receiving the invoice to avoid legal action being taken.
You are responsible for ensuring that you leave your room and flat in the same condition that is was given to you. You will be asked to complete and return an inventory to record the condition of your room upon arrival. Marks on the walls or furniture, including those caused by blu-tac, white-tac or pins will require painting once you have left and you may be charged in line with their advertised schedule of charges.
You can choose to pay your rent in full, by 3 instalments, or on a monthly basis.
There is limited parking available at Northernhay House. The reception team will be able to provide you with more information.
Exeter is a city known for its education and culture. It is home to the renowned University of Exeter and Exeter College! These educational centres attract students from all over the world. However, finding student accommodation in Exeter is a challenge for many. Though there are various Exeter student accommodation options scattered across the city, these properties tend to get filled quickly. For this reason, you should decide early which type of student accommodation Exeter you need – studios, ensuites, bedroom apartments, and more options, catering to students with fantastic amenities.
Exeter offers stunning landscapes of the beautiful city and the happening atmosphere, which students worldwide like. The top student accommodation in Exeter is located near varied hangout spots to keep the students from getting bored and feeling lonely. Amber offers various luxurious and affordable options for student accommodation in Exeter. Which include well-known residences ranging from modest en-suites to student apartments in Exeter. These Exeter student accommodation options provide the enrolled students with the necessary amenities. Among many student accommodations in Exeter, some of the popular ones are Northernhay House, Collegiate Point Exe, and Atlas House.
Exeter is one of England's largest cities, known for having a tranquil neighbourhood and scenic surroundings. The city is known to have left an impression of an enriching history. It has now transformed into a beautiful metropolitan area between the two river exe channels. The town's youthful population contributes to the lively atmosphere and abundance of activities. This makes Exeter a dream destination to study for students around the world. The city offers numerous opportunities to relax, eat good food, and shop. The city has a wholesome combination of beaches, historical infrastructure, entertainment, diverse cuisines, and travel. It shares its borders with various renowned towns such as Plymouth, Newport, and Pontypridd. Exeter is said to be influenced by historical and modern economic and warfare history; this combination is reflected in the city's culture even today. Additionally, the city embraces international students from all over the world, including travellers. Exeter welcomes more than 30,000 students, making it one of England's top preferred educational destinations. Additionally, Exeter's compact city centre is filled with shops, cafes, restaurants, and entertainment venues, making it a convenient and enjoyable place to live and study.
Owing to various educational centres, many students flock to the city to pursue their dreams and careers. Finding private student accommodation in Exeter can become a daunting task for many. Amber helps you find the best student housing in Exeter in three easy steps: pick, book and pay. We make the tiresome and lengthy process of booking student accommodation Exeter as easy as pie. Amber offers purpose-built studios, flats, and other affordable and off campus student accommodation Exeter. When planning to move to Exeter, students should look at the localities next to their university. Students can easily do this using the sorting feature. Although everyone's needs and wants differ, we have provide some of the best options for student accommodation Exeter.
3. Exeter One
4. Trust House
7. Collegiate King Edward Studios
9. Atlas House
10. Clifford House
Many students prioritise their comfort level when looking for Exeter student accommodation. Since student housing Exeter can be expensive, you need to make a budget. You should undertake careful assessments to avoid spending extra Pounds. Of course, the cost of living can decrease if the students decide on choosing the right Exeter uni accommodation. For student accommodation in Exeter, it is recommended to have a budget of £900- £1000 per month, including all living and other personal expenses apart from your Exeter student accommodation.
1. Books & Stationery - £300/Semester
2. Food - £35-£40/ week
3. Phone & Internet - £27-£30/month
4. Leisure Activities - £35-£40/week
5. Travel - £150-£200/ month
6. Electricity/ Heating - £228.95/month
Several public transportation options, such as taxis, vehicles, bikes, and buses, are available in and around the city. Every transportation system has a unique pricing structure, which changes depending on the day's traffic. We advise that you make living arrangements close to the transport options, making traveling from your private student accommodation in Exeter easy!
1. Railways
Exeter is connected to several major cities by a vast network of railroad tracks. Exeter St. Davids Railway Station is a well-known travel hub in the UK because one of Exeter's mainlines, the Cross Country Route, connects Exeter with other towns, including Bristol, Birmingham, Newcastle and Derby, Leeds, Edinburgh, and Aberdeen.
2. Buses
Stagecoach South West, Dartline, and First Devon & Cornwall, three of the city's well-known bus service operators, manage Exeter's bus routes. You may see a bus on every corner of the town because more than 150 buses operate continuously on the roads and highways. Exeter PlusBus offers student bus passes, enabling you to travel throughout the city from your student accommodation Exeter for much less money. For adults, a weekly pass costs between £11 and £15.
3. Butts Ferry
The Exeter Ship Canal, one of Britain's first ferry systems, is located near Exeter and dates back to 1566. The Dukes Marsh Port, close to Exeter City Center, is connected to every other port by the city's adequate water transportation system. The city also aims to add more significant dockyards to this system in the following months.
Exeter is well-known among international students for having a great student life. The town is excellent for exploring and traveling for people of all ages because it has many exciting and vibrant places for the crowd. Visit the well-known Northernhay Gardens Park if you enjoy spending time among serene bodies of water. The Conservatoire is a restaurant that offers a classic menu style comprising various English meals and modern cooking techniques that act as a cherry on the top. You can also eat out at Jack in the Green Inn, one of the two restaurants in Exeter, to have a prestigious 'bib gourmand' rating from Michelin.
You might also enjoy visiting The Old Firehouse, The Ram, Red Panda, Turtle Bay and various other restaurants in Exeter, which offer some of the best cuisines with lip-smacking dishes. The city also offers a very happening nightlife for the students. Mainly, all the top hangout spots in the city are very close to the student accommodation Exter listed on amber website. Some of the top ones preferred by the students include The Victoria Inn, The Terrace, Timepiece, The Vaults, and many more! As a student, you can also participate in Exeter's shopping spree at The Guildhall Shopping Centre. You can also enjoy taking a boat ride on the Exeter Ship Canal. Experience Exeter's history at Exeter Cathedral, as it is one of the oldest cathedrals in the UK.
Exeter isn't short on tourist attractions. You can travel from your student accommodation in Exeter. Students can explore the city's offerings when they wish to unwind and take a break from their academic life. Carrying their respective student ID cards issued by their university ensures that students can explore these sites at a lower price. Students can visit places like:
1. Exeter Cathedral
2. Exeter Quay
3. Northernhay Gardens
4. Royal Albert Memorial Museum
5. Exeter Guildhall
6. Topsham Museum
7. Exeter Quayside
8. Sandy Park
Apart from excellent student accommodation Exeter choices, this city is also renowned for its prestigious universities and vibrant academic community. Students from all over the globe flock to this educational hub that boasts a perfect blend of cutting-edge research and top-quality learning environments. There are many well-known and respectable universities near student accommodation in Exeter, providing various degrees and courses. Several universities are listed below:
3. Exeter Tutorial College