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Nelson House and Drake House

Rupert Street, BS1 2JT

Nelson House and Drake House on Rupert Street in Bristol are student accommodations mainly serving students from the University of the West of England (UWE). The property offers a range of room types, including non-ensuite rooms for shared living, ensuite rooms for added privacy, and studio apartments for those who prefer complete independence. Following a £3 million refurbishment, all rooms and common areas have been upgraded. The accommodation includes all bills in the rent and offers free cancellation, providing students with a stress-free living experience.

Features

This student accommodation in Bristol offers many features designed to provide comfort and convenience. The apartments include all utility bills, WiFi, heating, secure access, and contents insurance, ensuring a hassle-free living experience. The community offers practical amenities like onsite laundry facilities, a vending machine, and bike storage. There are also welcoming spaces for socialising and studying, including a common area, communal study space, and an outdoor social area. With an onsite service team, maintenance support, and CCTV for security, this accommodation ensures a safe and supportive environment for students.

Location

Nelson House and Drake House, Bristol, are perfectly positioned in the heart of city centre, just a short stroll from the lively harbourside and the bustling shopping areas of Broadmead and Cabot Circus. The accommodation is well-connected to public transport, providing easy access to UWE campuses. Surrounding the property, students can enjoy a variety of dining options, such as Bella Italia for authentic Italian dishes and Nando's for its famous Peri-Peri chicken. For a quick coffee or snack, Starbucks and Costa Coffee are nearby. Essential shopping is made easy with grocery stores like Tesco Express and Sainsbury's Local close by, and for healthcare needs, pharmacies like Boots and Lloyds Pharmacy are within reach.

Commute

Nelson House and Drake House boast a prime location in Bristol, offering easy access to several nearby bus stops that connect students to various parts of the city, including the UWE campuses. Just a short walk away, the Rupert Street bus stop serves multiple local routes, while Bristol Bus Station, a 10-minute walk, offers extensive services throughout Bristol and beyond. For campus commutes, students can reach Bower Ashton Campus in 20 minutes, Frenchay Campus in 25 minutes, and Glenside Campus in 35 minutes by bus. Additionally, the nearby Bristol Temple Meads railway station, a 20-minute walk or quick bus ride, provides national connections, while Bedminster Station, 15 minutes away by bus, offers additional local rail services. With frequent local buses and easy access to key railway stations, Nelson House and Drake House students enjoy convenient travel to their university and the wider Bristol area.

Room Types

Nelson House and Drake House offer various room types to fit different needs. The Classic One Bedroom Flat provides a private bathroom and kitchen, while the Premium Range 1 Non-Ensuite and Classic Non-En-Suite rooms feature shared bathroom and kitchen facilities. The Premium Range 1 En-Suite offers a private bathroom. Tenancies usually cover the academic year.

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Facilities in Nelson House and Drake House

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Explore Beyond Nelson House and Drake House

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4 mins walk
places iconBristol Royal Infirmary (H1)

4 mins walk
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5 mins walk
places iconCabot Circus

11 mins walk
places iconSt Nicholas Market

6 mins walk
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locationRupert Street, BS1 2JT

Payments

Booking Fee: You are required to pay £250 as advance rent payment.(Adjustable in rent).
Instalment plan: If you are a student with a permanent UK home address then you will usually have the option of paying in one, three or seven instalments. If your permanent home address is outside the UK then you have the option of paying in one, two or four instalments.
Note: If you choose to pay your rent in instalments, an additional charge of up to GBP 99 may also apply.
Guarantor: UK or International guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Debit/credit card, Bank transfer.

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House Policies

Cancellation Policy

Cooling Off Period

1. Unless you have already collected the keys to the accommodation, you may cancel your booking by writing or completing our Cancellation Form, at any time during the 7 days after Property send you an e-mail confirming your booking is complete (the “7 Day Cooling-Off Period”). If your Tenancy is for a room in Wales, please contact us directly as a different cooling off period may apply. If you do that, you will not be charged and Property will return your deposit or any Advance Rent Payments you have made.

2. Once the 7 Day Cooling-Off-Period has expired, you will have to pay all amounts due under your Tenancy Agreement unless a replacement Tenant is found for your Room in accordance with this policy, or you enter a new Tenancy with Property Manager. To be considered a replacement Tenant, the individual would need to be a student who is eligible to book a Property Manager room in the usual way.

Replacement Tenants – Before your Tenancy Start Date has occurred

3. If you have proposed a replacement Tenant prior to your Tenancy Start Date, Property Manager has complete discretion as to whether it:

a. accepts the proposed replacement Tenant and enters into a Tenancy Agreement with them;

b. places the room back on general sale; or

c. allocates the room to an alternative student on a waiting list to enter into a Tenancy Agreement.

Property will release you from your Tenancy Agreement on the date seven days after any of the above has occurred.

Replacement Tenants – After your Tenancy Start Date has occurred

4. If a replacement Tenant is found for your Room after your Tenancy Start Date, Property will release you from your Tenancy Agreement from the start date of the replacement Tenant's new Tenancy Agreement. If you have occupied the Room prior to this, you will be charged £50.00 to cover our costs of preparing the Room for the replacement Tenant.

No Place No Pay – applicable to 1st year students only.

5. If you are a prospective first year undergraduate student and your offer of a place at your preferred University/Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University/Higher Education Institution as a result of you not achieving their required entry grades, you may be eligible to be released from your Tenancy Agreement. You may also be eligible to be released from the Tenancy Agreement if you are a prospective first year undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different University because you have exceeded your expected grades. To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you will need to supply us with a copy of:

d. a written rejection letter from your chosen university/college or UCAS or a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved; or

e. a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.

6. These document(s) must be received by us within 7 calendar days from the date your results are published. Please complete our Cancellation Form with your documents. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided Property are satisfied, Property will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. 

International Cancellation Policy:- 

These additional cancellation provisions apply for any individual making a booking outside of the United Kingdom.

Cooling Off Period – the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply;
After the Cooling Off Period - Once the Cooling Off Period has expired the Tenant remains liable for the rent for the whole length of the tenancy unless they want to cancel with one of these 3 conditions:
No Place No Pay: the provisions for No Place No Pay set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply, save that this option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.
No Visa No Pay:if the student doesn’t get their visa to come and study in the UK, the student must send us the visa application rejection letter within 7 days of receiving it. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided Property are satisfied, Property will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. This option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.
No ATAS certificate, No Pay: Some international students coming to the UK to study in very specific fields need to apply for an ATAS certificate. (Academic Technology Approval Scheme). If a student’s ATAS certificate application is rejected the student must send us the ATAS certificate application rejection letter within 7 days of receiving it. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided Property are satisfied, Property will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. This option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.

The cancellation requests along with the proof documents must be sent by the student, from the email address they have registered their account with Property Manager and must be sent.

If an agent is involved the evidence must be sent to the agent and then forwarded via mail.

Replacement Tenants – Before your Tenancy Start Date has occurred

If you have proposed a replacement Tenant prior to your Tenancy Start Date, Property Manager has complete discretion as to whether it:

a. accepts the proposed replacement Tenant and enters into a Tenancy Agreement with them;

b. places the room back on general sale; or

c. allocates the room it to an alternative student on a waiting list to enter into a Tenancy Agreement.

Property will release you from your Tenancy Agreement on the date seven days after any of the above has occurred.

The student remains liable for the rent unless they find a replacement Tenant.

Frequent Asked Question (FAQ's)

What is platform fees?

The Platform Fee is a one-time charge that prioritizes your booking and grants access to exclusive pre and post-landing services, potentially saving up to £1,500. This fee is refundable if UniAcco cannot secure the room category and property you select.

Is it Refundable?

You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of payment, after which platform fees will not be refunded (To be added on Cancellation Policy also)

Will the booking fee be refunded to the student?

Fee is non-refundable in case the student decides to swap their accommodation from a non-commissionable property to a commissionable property. Platform Fee is refundable to the student if they decide to cancel their booking within the defined “UniAcco Cooling Off Period”. This period will be upto 48 hours from the months April-September and 5 days from the months October-March.

Why should a student book with UniAcco and not directly with the Property Manager?

We will assist the student with the entire booking process. End-to-end handling of the cancellation process for the student. (Platform Fee won’t be refundable to the student in this scenario). Post Move-In Assistance to the student.

Is it possible to prolong my tenancy?

Certainly, if your current room is still vacant, we would be delighted to extend your stay. Kindly get in touch with us, we will be pleased to facilitate this arrangement for you.

Is there parking provided at my accommodation, and what is the associated cost?

Parking is available at some of our properties, and students can reserve spaces on a first-come-first-served basis. The parking fee varies depending on the property.
For details on parking availability at your accommodation, refer to your property welcome guide. Locate your welcome guide here.

Why is my credit no longer visible on my statement?

If there's a credit on your account, it will no longer be displayed on your account statement. However, if you have an upcoming future instalment (within the next 10 days), any previously shown credit on your account has now been utilized to offset the upcoming instalment. This means that the rent will be deducted, with the amount being reduced by the credit on your account.

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