


Riverside House
Riverside House is the latest standout in Birmingham’s student accommodation scene, offering a fresh and modern living experience in the vibrant Harborne area. Featuring spacious studio apartments, this residence combines style with practicality, making it the ideal choice for students from the University of Birmingham, which is just a short ride away. With its contemporary design and community-oriented atmosphere, Riverside House is perfect for students looking to balance their studies with the lively local culture.
Features:
At Riverside House, students can enjoy an array of amenities that cater to their needs. Each fully furnished studio includes a double bed, study desk, wardrobe, and an en-suite shower room, offering both comfort and privacy. The kitchens come equipped with modern appliances, including a fridge, freezer, and convection oven, making meal prep a breeze. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, perfect for studying or unwinding with your favourite shows. The residence also boasts communal areas where students can relax or socialise, creating a friendly and welcoming environment.
Location:
This student housing Birmingham is ideally located in the charming Harborne area, known for its eclectic mix of shops and eateries. Students can enjoy a delicious meal at local favourites like The Plough or grab a coffee at Café Roma. Tesco Express is just a short walk away for all your essentials. For weekend adventures, you can explore the picturesque Harborne Walkway or visit Cadbury World for a sweet day out. With academic and leisure activities right on your doorstep, Riverside House is an exciting place to call home.
Commute:
Commuting from Riverside House is incredibly easy! The University of Birmingham is just a 9-minute bus ride away, ensuring you get to classes without hassle. If you’re heading to Birmingham City University, it’s about 20 minutes by public transport. University College Birmingham is also just 25 minutes away by bus. With bus stops conveniently located nearby, getting around the city is simple, making exploring Birmingham during your downtime a breeze.
Room Types:
Riverside House offers a range of room types to suit every student’s needs. Choose from spacious single-occupancy studios, offering plenty of space and privacy for independent living. Each studio is equipped with modern furnishings and appliances, ensuring comfort and convenience. For those who prefer a more communal living experience, there are also options that foster a sense of community while still offering personal space. Whether you seek solitude or enjoy socialising with others, Riverside House has the perfect living arrangement waiting for you!
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Nearby Locations
- Bar: The Alchemist, The Liars Club
- Entertainment: Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester Opera House
- Restaurant: Almost Famous, Dishoom
- Shopping Centre: Manchester Arndale, The Printworks
- Supermarket: Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local
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Payments
Deposit: £250 required for securing your room
Instalment: Termly, Monthly or Full Payment
Guarantor: UK-based guarantor (To pay in installments).
Mode of Payment: Credit/Debit Card.




House Policies
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy AY 24/25:
1.CANCELLATION BY YOU – CANCELLATION WITHIN THE COOLING OFF PERIOD
If you choose to cancel your booking with Premier Student Halls, you have until 31st May each academic year to do so and get a full refund of the Holding Deposit paid.
If you make your booking after 31st May in each academic year and you wish to cancel your booking, you will have 14 calendar days after receiving the deposit payment details to do so to get a full refund of the Holding Deposit paid.
If you have made your booking less than 14 days before your scheduled check-in date, you may cancel your booking up to the tenancy start date if this date is before the 19th August each year. If after this date, we will only refund any monies paid if a suitable alternative tenant is found.
You may cancel your booking by sending an email Shelly@duncan-smithgroup.com or Hector@duncan smithgroup.com. Premier Student Halls will refund your Holding Deposit within 7 calendar days of cancellation. If you cancel your booking after the cooling off period has expired, you will not get your Holding Deposit returned to you and your guarantor if reasonable, will be required to meet the obligations set out within the Tenancy Agreement.
2.PERIOD BEFORE YOU ENTER INTO YOUR TENANCY AGREEMENT
Premier Student Halls reserve the right to not return your Holding Deposit and cancel your booking on notice if:
2.1 We take all reasonable steps to enter into the Tenancy Agreement before the deadline and you fail to do so, for example, if you fail to complete your application or provide guarantor details and supporting documentation in good time;
2.2 You provide us with relevant false or misleading information; and/or
2.3 We are prohibited from entering to the Tenancy Agreement because of the Immigration Act 2014.
3. PERIOD FROM AND INCLUDING WHEN YOU HAVE ENTERED INTO THE TENANCY AGREEMENT - COVID- 19 CORONAVIRUS
If you have entered into the Tenancy Agreement and you cancel your booking after the cooling off period has expired, we will release you from the contract up to and including 23rd August 2021 where you meet the following criteria and can provide sufficient evidence:
• If you are a first-year prospective undergraduate student and your offer of a place at your preferred University/Higher Education institution is withdrawn because of you not achieving the required entry grades or you have surpassed your required entry grades and choose to go to a different University.
In order to meet the criteria, you will need:
• To provide a written rejection letter from your chosen university/higher education institute within 72 hours of your exam results being published
• To provide a copy of the acceptance letter from your new university.
• If you are unable to travel to the UK due to travel restrictions as a result of Covid-19 and that travel restriction can be verified. In order to qualify, the UK Government must have suspended inbound travel from your home country or the Government of your home country must have suspended travel to the UK
Where proof is provided in accordance with these terms and conditions and to reasonable satisfaction, you will be entitled to cancel the booking and you will not be liable for the contractual obligations laid out in the Tenancy Agreement from the date of cancellation.
Failure to obtain a UK Visa
If you fail to obtain a UK Visa before the start date of your tenancy, we will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any rent payments made, so long as you provide within 72 hours of receiving your official confirmation:
• Supporting official evidence that your Visa was declined
• Written confirmation that you wish to cancel your booking
Cancellation for any other reason
If you have entered into the Tenancy Agreement and you wish to cancel your booking after the cooling off period has expired and you do not fit into our eligible criteria above, you will not get your Holding Deposit returned to you, and you and your guarantor, will be required to meet the obligations set out within the Tenancy Agreement regardless of whether you have collected your keys.
If you cancel your booking and are able to find an eligible replacement tenant, subject to our agreement, you will be released from the contractual obligations as set out in the Tenancy Agreement. Any overpaid rent will be refunded to you, less a £50 cancelation fee. The date your obligations ends will be confirmed in writing by us.
4. CANCELLATIONS AFTER YOU HAVE MOVED INTO THE ACCOMMODATION
4.1 We hope you have a happy stay in your accommodation, but if for any reason you decide to leave during your contracted term, we may agree to release you from your contract. Providing the conditions set out below are met:
4.1.1 You agree that you will not transfer or sublet the tenancy created by the Tenancy Agreement to anyone else without obtaining our written consent.
4.1.2 You find a suitable replacement to take a new Tenancy Agreement for your room for the remaining period of your contract, replacement tenants must be agreed by us in writing.
4.1.2.1 Replacement tenants must be 18 years old or over and enrolled as a full-time student in a university or college in proximity to the accommodation.
4.1.2.2 The incoming tenant must enter into a Tenancy Agreement with us and pay sums due within this agreement.
4.1.2.3 The incoming tenant, where reasonable, must provide a suitable Guarantor. The Guarantor must accept the Terms and Conditions set out in the Tenancy Agreement.
4.1.3 Refunds due will not be processed until the replacement taking over the contract has signed the Tenancy Agreement, paid and moved into the accommodation.
4.1.4 If you do find someone to take over your contract, you will need to pay a £50 cancelation fee.
4.1.5 If you fail to find someone to take over your tenancy, you will be responsible for paying the full rent until the end of your contracted time at the accommodation.
5. CANCELLATIONS BY PREMIER STUDENT HALLS
If you fail to provide us with the relevant documents, guarantor details, first instalment (for termly and monthly agreements), full payment, right to rent documents, signed agreements or any other relevant information 7 days prior to your tenancy start date we may cancel your booking, giving notice by email and you will forfeit any deposit or holding deposit paid.
If you fail to check-in on your accommodation start date and you have not signed your agreement, we may cancel your booking at any time by giving notice by email. If you are outside the cooling off period, your Holding Deposit will not be refunded.
Once you have signed your Tenancy Agreement, it may only be terminated if we mutually agree to do so or in the circumstances set out above.
6. ROOM AND TENANCY CHANGES Change to Tenancy Length
If you wish to change your tenancy length, you will be unable to shorten your tenancy, but you can choose to extend without charge up until the Tenancy Start Date (Subject to room availability).
Tenancy Start Date
If you wish to change your tenancy start date, please contact your us.
Room Swaps
If you wish to upgrade your room, or move to a different room type, which is the same type as your original choice, you can do so free of charge up until the Tenancy Start Date, (Subject to room availability).
Room moves after the start date will be subject to room availability and subject to a charge of £50 for the variation of the Tenancy Agreement.
Governing Law
These terms and conditions shall be governed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
Frequent Asked Question (FAQ's)
What is platform fees?
Is it Refundable?
Will the booking fee be refunded to the student?
Why should a student book with UniAcco and not directly with the Property Manager?
What is my Parental Guarantor liable for?
Your Parental Guarantor is liable for any rent arrears or damages that occur during the tenancy. As the contract denotes a Joint and Several tenancy, each tenant is individually and jointly responsible for fulfilling the contract. Therefore, indirectly, Parental Guarantors are equally individually and jointly responsible for the whole rent/ damages.
We have confirmed our upcoming tenancy – what happens next?
As a requirement for your tenancy, you are legally required to provide the following: Proof of right to rent in the UK, a Parental Guarantor form in order to collect your keys. Please see a list of acceptable identification according to UK Governmental standards. We will require to see and photocopy one or more identification documents from the lists below, one from List A (Group 1) or two from List A (Group 2) or one from List B:-
List A (Group 1) (one from this group). Acceptable single documents which show an unlimited right to
UK Passport | EEA/Swiss national passport/identity card |
Registration Certificate or document certifying or document permanent residence of EEA/Swiss National | EEA/Swiss family member Permanent Residence card |
Biometric Residence Permit with unlimited leave. | Passport or travel document endorsed with unlimited leave |
UK immigration status document endorsed with unlimited leave. | A certificate of naturalization or registration as a British Citizen. |