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Riverside Quay is modern student accommodation with an overlooking view of the River Forth and Stirling Castle. Located at a commutable distance from Stirling's City Centre and with the University of Stirling just an 18-minute bus ride away, the Riverside Quay student accommodation is a good option for student accommodation in Stirling. Also, the Thistles Shopping Centre is just a 12-minute stroll down the street, so finding a store to shop or a place to refresh yourself wont be a problem.
The Riverside Quay Stirling student housing offers a wide range of fully-furnished studios, two-bed apartment and three-bed apartment to choose from.
Apart from this, the residents of Riverside Quay also get exclusive access to the propertys TV lounge, games room, quiet study rooms, private dining room, high-speed Wifi, outdoor social space, laundry and on-site gym.
The students at Riverside Quay also get bonus facilities including free dual occupancy, all-inclusive rent along with content insurance and secured deposit. Also Riverside Quay is a ANUK accredited property.
With the area being closely connected to the city via public transport route, the students can venture out to any part of the city without any problem. Also the Stirling Train Station is merely a 4-minute stroll from the property. Hungry? Grab a quick bite from the Gabes Diner or head out to the Beefeater Stirling City Centre.
Distance
University of Stirling
14 minutes' by bus
Stirling Train Station
4 minutes' walk
Thistles Shopping Centre
7 minutes' walk
Vue Cinema
6 minutes' walk
other
Cancellation Policy
If you book online up to the 5th of August without seeing the accommodation first we operate a 72 hour Cooling Off period whereby you may cancel your booking within 72 hours of paying your Deposit. You may apply to cancel your booking in writing or via email to the Residence Manager at your chosen residence at any time during the 72 hours after you have paid your Deposit. Once we have received this cancelation in writing, we will confirm the cancellation, refund your full deposit of 150 back to you, and the Licence will be terminated.
Outside of the 3 day cooling off period and prior to 5th August 2019, you may apply to cancel your booking in writing or via email to the Residence Manager. Once we have received your cancelation in writing we will confirm the cancellation, retain 50 from your deposit to cover our administrative costs, refund the remaining 100 of the deposit to you, and the License will terminate.
If you cancel your booking after the 5th of August your booking deposit of 150.00 will not be refunded. If you are not successful in obtaining your place at your chosen University then dont worry, we can help. We will consider releasing you from your License provided the following criteria are met: You submit your request to cancel in writing or email to the Residence Manager at your chosen residence on or before the 21st August 2019, with the following supporting documents: A copy of your rejection letter from the University Once we have this, we will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your deposit of 150 back to you and any advance room fee payments.
Flexible Tenancy Start Dates
We will agree a new tenancy start date without penalties or additional costs in the event that your Higher Education Institution confirms in writing that due to COVID-19 they are postponing on-campus face to face teaching by more than 3 weeks up to a cut-off date of 30th January 2021.
In order to qualify, you will need to demonstrate that your Higher Education Institution has officially delayed the start of the academic on-campus teaching by more than 3 weeks and request an amended tenancy start date in writing to the Accommodation Manager before the 31st August 2020.
Once verified your revised tenancy start date will be a minimum of 7 days prior to the commencement of your 2020/21 on-campus teaching. All tenancies will start on a Saturday.
You will not be liable for rent between the original start date and the amended start date as long as you are not living at the property during that period. The cost of these weeks will be credited to your account. For this reason an updated Tenancy Agreement will not be issued.
Your tenancy start date can be extended up to Saturday 30th January 2021 if the start of on-campus teaching is delayed until that point due to COVID-19.
Distance To
Bus Stop:
- 1 Minute
ALDI Supermarket:
- 14 Minutes
Nandos:
- 1 Minute
Stirling Community Hospital:
- 9 Minutes Drive
University of Stirling:
- 14-minute bus ride
Forth Valley College Stirling Campus:
- 14-minute bus ride
Forth Valley College Alloa Campus:
- 30-minute bus ride
Forth Valley College Falkirk Campus:
- 30-minute bus ride
Stirling Train Station:
- 4-minute walk
Thistles Shopping Centre:
- 7-minute walk away
Vue Cinema:
- 6-minute walk away
Apartment Facilities
Community Facilities
Configurations
Tenancies
Our two bed apartments are located on all floors with a shared kitchen and living area and your own bedroom.
Tenancies
Located on our lower ground floors and with over 19sqm. Our studios come with a small double bed, loads of storage and workspace, en-suite shower room and a mini-kitchen.
Tenancies
Located on floors 0-2 and with over 19sqm worth space. All with the same great features as the Bronze studio.
Tenancies
Located on our higher floor (3-5) with all the same great features and over 19sqm of space!
Located on the 1st floor of their Garden Studios, with all the same great features but access to your own juliet balcony.
Our Universal Studios are located on all floors and come with your very own kitchen. living space, bathroom and small double bed. The large size of the studio means it is great for tenants with a wheelchair. Plus, we don't charge extra couples wanting to share.
Located in their smaller block of studios with access to small garden terrace. These studios all include the same great features of a small double bed, loads of workspace and storage, en-suite shower room and your very own mini-Kitchen.
Located on Level 0 facing out towards Stirling and the Castle. A cozy apartment just for two with your own bedroom, and shared bathroom and kitchen.
Located on the ground and first floor, our three bed apartments come with a shared kitchen and living area and your own bedroom. Each room comes with a small double bed, loads of storage and workspace and your very own en-suite shower room. Average room size is 13-15sqm.
Tenancies
Located on floors 2-5, our three bed apartments come with a shared kitchen and living area and your own bedroom. Each room comes with a small double bed, loads of storage and workspace and your very own en-suite shower room. Average room size is 13-15sqm.
Located on 0-2 floors and with over 19sqm. The silver plus studio comes with a small double bed, loads of storage and workspace, en-suite shower room and mini-kitchen with an amazing view overlooking the River Forth.
Payment Details
Your Tenancy Deposit of 150 is due 9 days prior to your tenancy start date and is refundable at the end of your tenancy, less any deductions for damages or charges due.
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
What is the cancellation policy?
Book online until the end of 31st July, without seeing the accommodation first, and we run a 72-hour Cooling-Off period, allowing you to cancel your booking within 72 hours of paying your booking fee. Bookings made from 1st August for the forthcoming academic year have a 24-hour Cooling-Off period. To cancel, write to or email the Accommodation Manager at your chosen location.
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?
When the student makes the booking they will just need to complete their tenancy agreement within 5 days or their booking will be cancelled.
10 days before arrival the student must pay 150 security deposit which is refundable at the end of their tenancy.
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 property 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 their 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 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.