The Bakery
The Bakery is a student accommodation in Cardiff located on Pendyris Street as a brand-new residential complex. It consists of a mix of studio and en-suite rooms, all furnished with modern amenities to ensure a pleasant stay. This student housing in Cardiff is ideal for students with its convenient location, close to top universities and excellent transport links.
Location:
Situated on Pendyris Street, The Bakery student accommodation is within walking distance of the University of Wales and Cardiff University, both of which can be reached in just 20 minutes on foot. The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama is also less than a 20-minute walk away. The property is conveniently located near the Fitzhamon Embankment bus stop, allowing easy access to the bustling St Mary's Street and Queen Street in just 20 minutes by bus. Additionally, the Cardiff Central train station is only a 7-minute walk away, providing connections to other major cities in the UK.
Features:
The Bakery offers a range of facilities to enhance the student living experience. The en-suite rooms provide personal bathrooms, while the shared kitchen areas are fully equipped with appliances. The en-suite rooms are perfect for those who enjoy socializing, while those seeking privacy can opt for the well-designed studio rooms, which feature a fitted kitchen, private bathroom, and study space. The property also boasts an exciting common area with a TV and comfortable seating.
Rooms:
The Bakery offers diverse living options to cater to different preferences. For those seeking a balance between privacy and shared facilities, the en-suite rooms provide personal bathrooms while sharing kitchen areas with fellow residents, promoting social interactions. On the other hand, students desiring a more independent living experience can opt for the studio rooms, which come equipped with fitted kitchens, private bathrooms, and dedicated study spaces, providing a conducive environment for focused learning.
Key Locations:
| Universities | Miles | Transportation | Miles | Places Of Interest | Miles |
| Cardiff University - Cathays Park Campus | 1.1 | Grangetown Train Station | 0.4 | Cardiff Bay | 0.9 |
| Cardiff Metropolitan University - Llandaff Campus | 3.2 | Various Bus Stops along Pendyris Street and surrounding areas | Within 0.1 mile radius | Techniquest - Science Discovery Centre | 1.0 |
| University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus | 1.8 | Cardiff Central Train Station | 1.2 | Cardiff International White Water | 1.1 |
| University of Wales Trinity Saint David - Cardiff Campus | 2.1 | Cardiff Airport | 11.7 | Cardiff City Centre | 1.3 |
| Cardiff University - Heath Park Campus | 2.5 | Bristol Airport | 35.7 | Cardiff Castle | 1.4 |
The Bakery is managed by Unite Students
Trash System
Heating
WiFi
Sofa
Electric StoveDistance from City Centre
14 m
13 m
5 mPrice Match Guarantee
24x7 Personal Assistance
Room Options
Study desk and chair
Underbed Storage
Wardrobe
Wheel Chair Accessible
Facilities in The Bakery
Apartment
Trash SystemHeatingWiFiSofaElectric Stove
Utility Bills Included
Fridge
MicrowaveCommunity
Bike Storage
Communal Relaxing & Study Area
CCTV
Laundry Room
Contents Insurance
Electronic Key Fob Entry System
Social Events
24x7 Dedicated SupportExplore Beyond The Bakery
Caerdydd Canolog Cardiff CentralGrangetown
Wood Street JQO'Grady HelenCentral Station JNNearby 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
Pendyris Street, Cardiff, CF11 6YYPruthwiraj Panigrahi
Best thing is the location.What else is good is the staff, really kind and helpful. Laundry is a bit expensive
Arthur Nindaba
cheapest student accommodation in Cardiff. Good rooms Should have more social spaces
Payments
Booking Fee: £250 to confirm your booking (Adjustable in your rent).
Instalment plan: 2, 4, installments, or make a full payment.
Guarantor: 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.
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.
