Severn Point
Severn Point presents an affordable student accommodation in Cardiff, providing cozy en-suite rooms tailored for students on a budget. Each room is furnished with complementary furniture and appliances, while the communal areas offer a wide range of amenities to facilitate a smooth transition into student life. Situated in a neighborhood surrounded by well-known UK supermarket chains and highly-rated restaurants, Severn Point's location is ideal for students.
Features:
Featuring 288 en-suite rooms, Severn Point offers a comfortable living space equipped with basic furniture and living appliances, including tables, chairs, double beds, wardrobes, bookshelves, and ample storage space. Residents share kitchen and living room facilities with six roommates, fostering a natural social environment equipped with a TV and sofa for relaxation. The kitchen is equipped with essential appliances such as an oven, microwave, stovetop, and refrigerator, catering to students' culinary needs.
Committed to creating a comfortable and convenient environment, Severn Point provides facilities designed with modern students in mind. Amenities such as a laundry room, study rooms, and vending machines offering snacks and beverages round-the-clock contribute to a conducive living and studying environment. Secure bicycle storage facilities are also available for students who prefer cycling as their primary mode of transportation.
Location:
Located on Off Blackweir Terrace, near the picturesque Blackweir Fields, Severn Point enjoys proximity to supermarket chains including Lidl, Tesco, and Sainsbury's, all within a 10-minute walk. Students can also explore popular dining options such as Tuk Tuk, YukiYan Sushi, and Corfu By Night for a variety of culinary experiences. After a day of studying, students can unwind at nearby pubs like North Star, Blackweir Tavern, and Bar 105. Its proximity to Cardiff University and the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama further enhances its appeal as a desirable choice for student living.
The natural beauty surrounding Severn Point offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with the local Callisthenics public park providing space for outdoor fitness activities amidst nature's scenic backdrop. For swimming enthusiasts, the Maindy Centre boasts an inviting pool, while the Cathay Library offers a serene environment for academic pursuits.
Transport:
Transportation convenience is assured, with Severn Point located on the north side of Cardiff city centre, a short walk from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and Cardiff University. Nearby universities such as the University of South Wales Cardiff Campus and Cardiff Metropolitan University are easily accessible by bus. Cathays train station, facilitating travel to other cities, is also within walking distance.
Safety & Security:
Ensuring student safety, Severn Point features a 24-video surveillance system and round-the-clock security personnel at the reception desk. Free WIFI is available in the student housing, with options for upgrades upon request. Severn Point's student accommodation in Cardiff offers a secure, comfortable, and convenient living environment, catering to the diverse needs of students in the city.
Heating
Sofa
Electric Stove
Microwave
WiFi24x7 Personal Assistance
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Distance from City Centre
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Room Options
In Room TV
Study desk and chair
Underbed Storage
Wardrobe
Facilities in Severn Point
Apartment
HeatingSofaElectric StoveMicrowaveWiFi
Cleaning Equipments Available
Utility Bills Included
FridgeCommunity
24x7 Dedicated Support
Contents Insurance
Electronic Key Fob Entry System
Cinema
Laundry Room
CCTV
Bike Storage
Vending MachineExplore Beyond Severn Point
Parkfield Place
Cardiff Business SchoolRoyal Welsh College of Music and DramaEuropean Cancer Stem Cell Research Institute, Cardiff UniversityNearby Locations
- Bar: The Dead Canary, Lab 22
- Entertainment: Wales Millennium Centre, New Theatre
- Restaurant: The Potted Pig, Heaneys
- Shopping Centre: St David's Dewi Sant, Capitol Shopping Centre
- Supermarket: Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local
Location & Maps
13 Llys Y Gored Ddu, Off Blackweir Terrace, Cardiff, CF10 3EXSiddhant Rathod
Nice environment and very friendly staff. Good clean apartments
Dhanush Eswaravaka
Great accommodation at a very reasonable price
Payment Details
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.
Guarantor: UK or International guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Debit/credit card, Bank transfer.
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.
Cancellation Policy!
If a student wishes to cancel, has changed their plans, or was not accepted, they must send an email so the Property Manager can update the booking to an Early Leave Request or terminate it, depending on the situation.
Frequent Asked Question (FAQ's)
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.
What types of bank cards are accepted for payments on the Unite Students Website?
Accepted bank cards for making payments on the Unite Students Website include Visa, Visa Electron, Mastercard, Maestro, and UnionPay.
Which currencies can I use for making payments?
Payments made via Visa, Visa Electron, Mastercard, or Maestro will be in GBP (£).
For Chinese students making payments via UnionPay credit or debit cards, payments will be displayed in GBP (£) during the payment process. However, the bank will deduct the amount in CNY or RMB (¥).
Can I make payments using UnionPay?
If you are an international customer and unable to pay by Direct Debit or CCRA (recurring card payment), it might be possible for you to pay via UnionPay through your online Customer Account or during your booking.
What happens if I can't make a payment?
Instalment due dates are outlined in your tenancy agreement, and by accepting the contract's terms and conditions, both the customer and guarantor are accepting responsibility for payment on the provided dates. If you cannot make a payment, please communicate with your property team. They can discuss your payment options and advise you on any potential implications based on the lateness of the payment.
