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Located in the heart of Aberdeen, this newly established property offers a range of en-suite clusters and a choice of high specification studios for students. The University of Aberdeen is merely 10 minutes from the busy city centre. If convenience is what you are looking for? Then Powis Place is the right option for you. There is even a bus stop right outside putting the city's attractions within easy reach.
The accommodation is a sleek and yet retaining modern accommodation etiquettes featuring stylish and comfortable en-suite rooms and contemporary studios, all finished to a high standard and with all the features students need to work or unwind.
distance
1. University of Aberdeen:
Private Transport - 4 min
Walking - 13 min
2. Robert Gordon University:
Private Transport - 19 min
3. North East College (NESCOL):
Private Transport - 5 min
Public Transport - 3 min
Walking - 10 min
Apartment Facilities
Community Facilities
Configurations
Apartment Features
Our classic en-suite flat features four en-suite bedrooms that measure 13m and feature a 3/4 bed that has ample space underneath for storage. The room also includes a desk with 3 drawers, a notice pin board, desk chair and wardrobe. The shared area includes a kitchen with an oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and dining table, as well as a communal lounge with sofas and a TV.
Apartment Features
Our larger en-suite rooms measure 22m and feature a 3/4 bed that has ample space underneath for storage. The room also includes a desk with 3 drawers, a notice pin board, desk chair and wardrobe. The shared area includes a kitchen with an oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and dining table, as well as a communal lounge with sofas and a TV.
Apartment Features
Our 2 Bed Apartment features two en-suite bedrooms that measure 13m and feature a 3/4 bed that has ample space underneath for storage. The room also includes a desk with 3 drawers, a notice pin board, desk chair and wardrobe. The shared area includes a kitchen with an oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and dining table, as well as a communal lounge with sofas and a TV.
Features
Their self-contained studio apartments measure 20m and feature a small double bed that has ample space underneath for storage. The room also includes a desk with 3 drawers, a notice pin board, desk chair and wardrobe. Each studio has its own personal kitchenette with a combi-oven, kettle and toaster, as well as a dining table with two chairs. A stylish communal area is also available that features a pool table, study benches and a smart TV.
Apartment Features
Their self-contained premium studio apartment measures 20m and features a small double bed that has ample space underneath for storage. It has two large windows that allow a superior view of the city. The room also includes a desk with 3 drawers, a notice pin board, desk chair and wardrobe. Each studio has its own personal kitchenette with a combi-oven, kettle and toaster, as well as a dining table with two chairs. A stylish communal area is also available that features a pool table, study benches and a smart TV.
Booking Details
Extended cancellation policy (21-22 academic year bookings):
Students who make a booking after 14/01/2021 but before 31/05/2021 can benefit from this extended cancellation policy:
Some properties have an extended flexible cancellation period for 21-22 academic year bookings. Properties will allow cancellation of your booking up to 31st May 2021 for any reason without penalty, and we will refund your security deposit in full as outlined in the standard cancellation terms.
1. This applies to any tenancy length for 21-22 academic year bookings only.
For the avoidance of doubt, it does not apply to any bookings for accommodation during the 20-21 academic year or summer 2021 period.
2. You must notify us in writing (including email) no later than 23:59:59 on 31/05/2021. After this date, the standard cancellation terms apply.
3. This promotion is in addition to our standard cancellation terms which continue unaffected.
4. This promotion only applies to bookings made directly with us or through an agent and does not apply to bookings made via universities or other institutions as part of a nominations or referral agreement unless expressly specified.
5. Cancelling your booking using this promotion invalidates any other promotion you may have been eligible for, including but not limited to any prize draws, cashbacks or referral incentives.
6. Existing customers must be up to date with payments due on their account to be eligible for this promotion.
7. We reserve the right to withdraw or change this promotion at any time, and the new terms in place will then apply to bookings made after any amendment.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your application up to 14 days after the date your booking is confirmed (the Initial Cancellation Period). For bookings made from 1st August to 30th September, the Initial Cancellation Period reduces to 7 days. As confirmed in your agreement, we will refund the full security deposit.
Please note, 20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks under these circumstances.
If you cancel your booking after those 14 days, you remain liable for the weekly rent (for each and every week or part week) until you are able to find another tenant that is acceptable to Homes for Students and we are able to re-let the room. The replacement tenant must be over the age of 18 and a have the necessary student status (it is your responsibility to find another tenant and provide them with the correction information). If you find a suitable replacement tenant and the room is re-let we will refund your deposit, less any appropriate charges, as well as a deduction of 50 for the variation of the contract.
Covid-19 Special Tenancy Procedures for 2020-21 Academic Year Bookings
Tenancy Agreement
The tenancy agreement is a legal contract between the tenant and Homes for Students. The tenancy agreement is for a fixed term and the student (and guarantor) are liable for the full term of that agreement unless and until express written release is granted.
The usual Termination of Student Tenancy Policy applies for all cancellation requests that are not EXPLICITLY related to the COVID-19 (Corona virus) outbreak.
Initial Cancellation Period A student can cancel a tenancy agreement for up to 14 days after the date the booking is confirmed (the Initial Cancellation Period). For bookings made from 1st August to 30th September ahead of the academic year the booking is for, the Initial Cancellation Period reduces to 7 days. We will refund the full security deposit. 20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover any international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks.
Outside the Initial Cancellation Period If a student wishes to cancel outside of the Initial Cancellation Period, and the cancellation reason is explicitly related to COVID-19, then the following applies:
COVID-19 Special Cancellation Policy (2020-21 Academic Year)
Outside Initial Cancellation Period You may cancel outside of the Initial Cancellation Period in the following circumstances:
20-21 Course which is reliant on IELTS/Pre-sessional course If the student is a prospective first year Undergraduate or Postgraduate student and the offer of a place at the University or Higher Education Institute in the UK is subject to completing and passing an IELTS (or equivalent) in the UK or in the students country of origin, and this is unable to be completed because the IELTS (or equivalent) is withdrawn entirely, the student may be eligible to be released from the 20-21 tenancy agreement.
The student must provide written evidence that the course is no longer taking place at all within 3 days of being notified by the education institute and we will release the student from the 20-21 contract without penalty and refund the deposit paid.
Travel Ban If the student is unable to travel to, or enter, the UK due to a restriction on leaving their country of origin, or a restriction on entering the UK which means they cannot arrive in time to start their course, the student may be eligible to be released from this agreement subject to evidence being provided of a formal travel ban being in force.
There must be a specific government ban in place at the start date of the students course that prevents the student coming to the UK, or entering the UK in time to start their course, and there must be no realistic prospect of a delayed course start date.
Covid-19 Special Tenancy Procedures for 2020-21 Academic Year bookings 2020
20-21 Flexible Start *SOME PROPERTIES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE 2020-21 FLEXIBLE START POLICY, THIS IS ONLY APPLICABLE AT PROPERTIES AS DISPLAYED If the course start date in the UK is formally delayed by the University or Higher Education Institute, the student may be eligible for a reduction in the 20-21 tenancy length, and start the tenancy later.
The student must provide written evidence that the course start date has been delayed within 3 days of being notified by the education institute, or this must be publicly available and formally announced by the University, the contract may be adjusted accordingly.
If a tenancy agreement is adjusted, the reduction in tenancy length will be by a maximum of the length of the formal delay to teaching unless specifically stated otherwise. Some properties may have a maximum length of delay.
Termination by Choice A tenancy cannot be terminated outside of the Initial Cancellation Period by a student who is already in the UK, or by a student who does not want to attend the university, or who does not want to come to the UK of their own choice. The student remains liable for the entire rent until a suitable replacement tenant is found and all clauses within the tenancy agreement remain applicable. If the room is re-let we will refund the deposit, less any appropriate charges and a deduction of 50 for the administration of the variation of the tenancy agreement.
Payment Details
Deposit Fees:
50-300 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 desk1
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?
Are pets allowed?
Can I choose who I live with?
Can I request to move rooms during my tenancy?
Do I have to move out in the holidays?
How do I book a viewing?
How do I cancel or re-arrange my viewing?
Can I book a room without a viewing?
How long does a viewing take?
What will I be shown on my viewing?
What do I do if Im a first-year student and Im still waiting for my exam results?
Can I book if Im under 18?
What is included in my rent?
Can I pay my rent from overseas?
Can I pay my rent weekly?
What do I need to provide to be a guarantor?
- Passport
- Driving License
- ID Badge
- Bank statement
- Council tax bill for current year
Can I move in before I pay my rent?
What do I do if my student loan hasnt arrived yet?
- 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.