Elvet Studios
Located 19 minutes from the City Centre, Elvet Studios in Durham is one of the most sought-after student accommodations in the city. Starting from only GBP 185/week, it is an affordable living solution for all who prioritise comfort and convenience. Most prominently, the weekly rent includes utility bills as well. By choosing this property, you get around GBP 200 to GBP 300 to spend anywhere else! The rooms are vibrant and cosy, with excellent furnishing. The entire property has modern architecture and homely vibes. Select Elvet Studios today to experience a comfortable and memorable stay!
Features:
Elvet Studios student accommodation in Durham has ensured that residents have access to a long list of facilities. Most prominently, the property is accessible to specially-abled residents. Bored in a new city alone? You can bond with your fellow residents or make new friends through Elvet Studios’ exciting social events and communal relaxing area, garden, or courtyard. A vending machine is always stocked at the property for those who wish to grab a quick bite. You can store your bike in the specified bike storage area. Security is optimal with CCTVs, contents insurance and 24/7 dedicated support. The rooms are comfortably furnished with television, microwave, fridge, radiator, AC, heating system, WiFi, and sofa. What more could one ask for in such a perfect student accommodation?
Location:
One of the most exciting and enjoyable aspects of staying abroad is the social life. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of fun around Elvet Studios. The area has plenty of pubs, bars, restaurants, and cafes where you can explore local cuisine and culture. For instance, The Half Moon Inn, The Library, The Woodman Inn, Market Tavern and Whitechurch Durham are all incredible pubs to visit because of their affordability and proximity. If you're an art/science enthusiast, ‘What Lies Beneath Us’ would be a fun visit. It is an art and science installation close to Elvet Studios. You can also visit the World Heritage Site Visitor Centre and Palace Green on a holiday or weekend.
Commute:
Commuting from Elvet Studios is easy and manageable because of its ideal location. The University of Durham, one of the most popular universities in Durham, is located only 10 minutes from this property on foot. Similarly, Durham University is at a walking distance of 20 minutes. However, if you’re enrolled at New College Durham, biking to the campus for 20 minutes will be most viable. If neither of the above options suits you, you can always opt for public transport. Not only is Durham well-connected, but the public transit is also quite affordable for students. New Elvet - Three Tuns, St Oswald Church, and Hild-Bede College are all high-functioning bus stops roughly 10 minutes away on foot.
Room Types:
As the name suggests, Elvet Studios has four types of studios available. You can choose different studios depending on the range and comfort you want. For instance, 1, 2, 3, and 4-range studios are available. When you book any one studio, you get the entire place to yourself, along with significant furnishings such as a study desk, chair, double bed, wardrobe, and under-bed storage. You also get your private bathroom and kitchen. Book Elvet Studios today for a world-class accommodation experience!
Key Locations:
| Universities | Miles | Super Market | Miles | Places Of Interest | Miles |
| Durham University | 0.4 | Tesco Extra (Durham) | 1.0 | Durham Cathedral | 0.6 |
| Newcastle University (Newcastle) | 15.5 | Sainsbury's Local (Durham) | 0.6 | Durham Castle | 0.7 |
| Northumbria University (Newcastle) | 15.7 | Marks & Spencer (Durham) | 0.5 | Durham University Botanic Garden | 1.2 |
| Teesside University (Middlesbrough) | 19.8 | Aldi (Gilesgate, Durham) | 1.3 | Oriental Museum | 1.0 |
| University of Sunderland | 15.0 | Prince Bishops Shopping Centre | 0.6 | Crook Hall and Gardens | 0.7 |
| Metro | Miles | Bus | Miles | Train | Miles |
| Central Station (Newcastle Metro) | 15.0 | Durham Bus Station | 0.5 | Durham Railway Station | 0.8 |
| Haymarket (Newcastle Metro) | 15.5 | Sutton Street Bus Stop | 0.3 | Chester-le-Street Railway Station | 7.0 |
| Monument (Newcastle Metro) | 15.5 | North Road Bus Stop | 0.6 | Seaham Railway Station | 13.0 |
| Manors (Newcastle Metro) | 15.8 | New Elvet Bus Stop | 0.4 | Houghton-le-Spring Station (historical) | 10.0 |
| Gateshead (Newcastle Metro) | 16.0 | Claypath Bus Stop | 0.4 | Newton Aycliffe Railway Station | 11.0 |
Electric Stove
Heating
Utility Bills Included
Television
Trash System
Distance from City Centre
19 m
17 m
5 mPrice Match Guarantee
24x7 Personal Assistance
Room Options
Entire Place
Study desk and chair
Underbed Storage
Wardrobe
Entire PlaceStudy desk and chairUnderbed StorageWardrobe
Facilities in Elvet Studios
Apartment
Electric StoveHeatingUtility Bills IncludedTelevisionTrash System
Microwave
Sofa
WiFiCommunity
Contents Insurance
CCTV
Garden / Courtyard
Social Events
24x7 Dedicated Support
Laundry Room
Bike Storage
Communal Relaxing & Study AreaExplore Beyond Elvet Studios
New Elvet - Three TunsLeazes Rd - Underpass Stand BLeazes Rd - Underpass Stand A
The RiverwalkPrince Bishops Shopping CentreLocation
Elvet Studios Green Lane, DH1 3UAOur students love us!
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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
International Cancellation Policy AY 24/25:
These additional cancellation provisions apply for any individual making a booking outside of the United Kingdom.
1. Cooling Off Period – the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply;
2. 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 we are satisfied, we 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 we are satisfied, we 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 Unite Students and must be sent to internationalcancellations@unitestudents.com.
If an agent is involved the evidence must be sent to the agent and then forwarded on to internationalcancellations@unitestudents.com.
3. Replacement Tenants - the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply. Please note the point that Unite Students is under no obligation to enter into a Tenancy Agreement with any replacement Tenant that is suggested under this provision.
Passed the 31st August, the No Place No Pay and No Visa No Pay do not apply.
The student remains liable for the rent unless they find a replacement Tenant.
Elvet Studios FAQs
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.
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.
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.
Accepted bank cards for making payments on the Unite Students Website include Visa, Visa Electron, Mastercard, Maestro, and UnionPay.
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 (¥).
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.
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.
