Rushford Court
Rushford Court offers an outstanding living experience for Durham students, blending modern amenities with a lively community vibe. Housed in a charmingly restored Victorian building, it features spacious rooms, including studios and ensuites, designed for comfort and productivity. Residents benefit from on-site facilities such as a fully equipped gym, cinema room, music room, and communal study areas. Conveniently located a short walk from Durham's city centre, it provides easy access to shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.
Features:
Rushford Court Durham offers a range of studio and ensuite options, including Classic Studio, Classic Ensuite, Premium Range 1, 2, and 3 Studios. Each room features essentials like a bed with under-bed storage, wardrobe, desk and chair, curtain, mirror, stool, and a private bathroom. The kitchen includes a microwave, cooking hobs, fridge freezer, oven, and washbasin. Cleaning supplies such as a dustpan, mop, vacuum cleaner, and iron and ironing board are provided. This student accommodation in Durham also boasts excellent standard amenities, including a vibrant social area, high-speed WiFi, communal study spaces, a vending machine, recycling facilities, and a well-equipped gym.
Location:
Rushford Court Durham perfectly blends historic charm with vibrant student life. Centrally located, it’s a short stroll from Durham University and New College Durham, with Newcastle University and Northumbria University just a quick trip away. Enjoy the lively city scene with nearby hotspots like Fat Buddha and The Swan & Three Cygnets, and savour delicious meals at Alishaan and Dingswaysushi. For your morning coffee, visit Flat White Durham Cafe, and when you need groceries, Tesco Extra and Sainsbury’s are conveniently close. With the University Hospital of North Durham nearby for any healthcare needs and local parks and Durham Cathedral for relaxing breaks, Rushford Court offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience for an enriching student experience in Durham.
Commute:
Rushford Court at North Road, DH1 4RY in Durham, offers prime commuting convenience. Just a short walk away, you'll find Durham Sutton Street, Bus Station Setdown Stand Z, and North Road Bus Stop, making bus travel around the city easy. The Durham Railway Station is only a five-minute walk, providing seamless access to regional and national train services. For students, Durham University is a mere 20-minute walk, with a budget-friendly bus service connecting directly to all campuses. Other institutions like New College Durham, Newcastle University, and Teesside University are also easily accessible via public transport, making Rushford Court an excellent choice for students.
Room Types:
Rushford Court in Durham offers a variety of room types, including Classic Ensuite, Classic Studio, and Premium Range Studios. These options cater to different preferences and budgets. All rooms require a depositw, and tenures vary from 2 to 4 weeks, making it flexible for different student needs.
Microwave
Utility Bills Included
Radiator / AC
Couch
HeatingDistance from City Centre
6 m
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3 mPrice Match Guarantee
24x7 Personal Assistance
Room Options
Study desk and chair
Underbed Storage
Wardrobe
Windows / Curtains
Entire PlaceStudy desk and chairUnderbed StorageWardrobe
Facilities in Rushford Court
Apartment
MicrowaveUtility Bills IncludedRadiator / ACCouchHeating
Cleaning Equipments Available
Fridge
Electric StoveCommunity
Cinema
24x7 Dedicated Support
Specially Abled Access
Laundry Room
Contents Insurance
Gameroom
Vending Machine
Bike StorageExplore Beyond Rushford Court
Durham
DurhamBus Station (Stand A)Bus Station (Stand B)The RiverwalkLocation
Rushford Court North Road, DH1 4RYPayment
Booking Fee: No Booking fee required.
Security Deposit: No security deposit
Instalment plan: Upto 7 Instalments(UK Student), 4 Instalments(International students)
Guarantor: International Guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Debit/credit card, Bank transfer.
House Policies
Cooling Off Period
Cancellation policy (for Short Term Lease(STL))
If the booking is for check-in within 7 days, there will be no cooling off period. Additionally, if the student collects the keys to their accommodation the cooling-off period will not be applicable.
Cancellation policy (Domestic):
Unless you have already collected the keys to the accommodation, you may cancel your booking by writing or sending an e-mail to the amber agent at any time during the 7 days after property sends you an e-mail confirming your booking is complete (the 7 Day Cooling-Off Period). If you do that, you will not be charged and they will return your deposit or any Advance Rent Payments you have made.
Cancellation policy (International):
Once a booking is processed, the student has 3 days to accept the offer. It means for the student and the guarantor to accept the contract and pay the advance rent payment. Once these steps are done, the booking is completed. If one of the step is not completed within these 3 days, the offer will expire. If the student still wants a room, they can re-process a booking, but they cannot guarantee that the same room or the same price will be available. Once the booking is completed, the student has another 7 days to change their mind and cancel their booking without any reasons. This is called the cooling-off period.
Replacement Tenant
Provided 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 or you enter into a new Tenancy. If a replacement Tenant is found for your Room before your start date, the property will release you from your Tenancy Agreement on the date seven days after the new Tenants Tenancy Agreement is signed. If a replacement Tenant is found for your Room after your start date, they 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 GBP 50 to cover their costs of preparing the Room for the replacement Tenant.
No Visa No Pay
If you don't get the visa to come and study in the UK you must send visa application rejection letter within 7 days, to the amber agent, of receiving it and if the property is satisfied, they will cancel your agreement. This policy is valid until the 31st August.
The cancellation requests along with the proof of documents must be sent, from the email address you have registered the account with property.
No Place No Pay
For domestic students:
Applicable to 1st year students only. 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 this agreement. You may also be eligible to be released from this 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 the below documents to the amber agent:
1. 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
2. A copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
3. These document(s) must be shared within 7 calendar days from the date your results are published. Please email the documentation. On receipt of the required documentation it will be verified and, provided the property is satisfied, they will cancel your agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full.
For international students:
If the student fails their exams or is rejected by the UK University, the student needs to send the university rejection letter, or proof that the exam results don't meet the requirements of the university, and the booking will be cancelled. The student must send the proof documents within 7 days of receiving them to the amber agent. This policy is valid until the 31st August.
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 students ATAS certificate application is rejected the property will cancel the booking and refund the money to the student. The student must send the ATAS certificate application rejection letter within 7 days of receiving it and the booking will be cancelled. This policy is valid until the 31st August.
NOTE: The cancellation requests along with the proof documents must be sent by the student to the amber agent, from the email address they have registered their account with Property.
Rushford Court 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.
