Shaftesbury Hall
International students often look for a place that exudes comfort and homeliness. Shaftesbury Hall is a highly sought-after student accommodation in Gloucester as it fulfils this primary requirement. It is one of the city’s top-rated and best-selling properties because of its affordable price, secure rooms and ample facilities. Starting from only GBP 116/week, Shaftesbury Hall offers a furnished, premium ensuite room. Moreover, the weekly rent includes utility bills, making it even more affordable. The property has flexible move-in and two incredible offers - no visa, no pay and no university, no pay - to help you save on unnecessary deposits and hefty moving costs!
Features:
The rooms are well-equipped with basic furniture like desks, chairs, beds, etc. You also get a microwave, fridge, and electric stove to supplement everyday cooking. The property has high-functioning WiFi for consistent connectivity and large storage cabins for all your things. If you find something amiss in your stay, you can connect with Shaftesbury Hall’s 24/7 support staff. They also maintain a parcel receipt service for residents. You can unwind and relax in the communal relaxing area or find a calm place to study in the study room. Moreover, all your things come under contents insurance, thereby increasing security. The property is mapped with CCTVs to enhance residents’ safety.
Location:
Tourist attractions around Shaftesbury Hall, Gloucester, are far and wide. Only 12 minutes from the property is a popular display of Street murals, and 20 minutes away is the Neptune Fountain. You can also visit the Millenium Bridge, Devil’s Chimney, and Imperial Gardens to explore the happening area. If cooking is a hassle, you can grab a bite at the region’s affordable and famous restaurants, like The Coconut Tree Cheltenham, Dolce & Salato, Turtle Bay Cheltenham, and Paparrito’s. The popular food chain McDonald’s, is located only 12 minutes away. After a long day at university, you can relax and get a palatable cup of coffee at O’Hara’s, Nero, Sunrise, or School House Cafes.
Commute:
Sun Street, Tesco, Medical Centre, and Gardners Lane School are bustling bus stops near Shaftesbury Hall in Gloucester, where you can catch a bus to practically anywhere in the city. This is an incredibly affordable option as some of the city’s most famous universities, like the University of Gloucestershire Oxstalls Campus, Gloucestershire College, Royal Agricultural University, Royal Forest of Dean College, and Hartpury University and Hartpury College, are located relatively farther from this property. For closer places, you can conveniently walk or ride a bike without the hassle of booking expensive cabs.
Room Types:
As mentioned above, Shaftesbury Hall offers all residents a single ensuite room, including a private bathroom and kitchen. The rooms are well-furnished with a single bed, study desk, chair, wardrobe, windows, and curtains. The ample furnishings, comfortable storage, vibrant interiors, and cosy decor make Shaftesbury Hall a wonderful place to live. Book it today and grab a great deal!
Key Locations:
| Universities | Miles | Super Market | Miles | Places Of Interest | Miles |
| University of Gloucestershire, Park Campus | 2.4 | Waitrose & Partners Cheltenham | 1.5 | Pittville Park | 2.2 |
| University of Gloucestershire, Francis Close Hall Campus | 1.2 | Sainsbury's | 1.7 | Cheltenham Town Hall | 1.6 |
| Hartpury University | 12.1 | Tesco Superstore | 2.0 | The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum | 1.7 |
| University of Worcester | 27.5 | The Brewery Quarter | 1.4 | Sandford Parks Lido | 1.2 |
| University of Bristol | 43.6 | Regent Arcade Shopping Centre | 1.6 | Cheltenham Racecourse | 2.3 |
| Metro | Miles | Bus | Miles | Train | Miles |
| Birmingham New Street Station | 49 | Royal Well Bus Station | 1.2 | Cheltenham Spa Station | 2.1 |
| Bristol Temple Meads Station | 44 | Cheltenham Racecourse Park & Ride | 2.3 | Gloucester Station | 8.8 |
| Five Ways Station, Birmingham | 49 | GCHQ Bus Stop | 3.1 | Ashchurch for Tewkesbury Station | 9.4 |
| University Station, Birmingham | 50 | Arle Court Park & Ride | 3.5 | Stroud Station | 15.7 |
| Jewellery Quarter Station, Birmingham | 48 | Hesters Way Bus Station | 2.7 | Kemble Station | 21.2 |
Storage Cabins
Fridge
WiFi
Microwave
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Room Options
Study desk and chair
Wardrobe
Windows / Curtains
Single BedFacilities in Shaftesbury Hall
Apartment
Storage CabinsFridgeWiFiMicrowaveUtility Bills Included
Electric StoveCommunity
CCTV
24x7 Dedicated Support
Communal Relaxing & Study Area
Bike Storage
Contents Insurance
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Shaftesbury Hall, Clarke Way, Cheltenham, GL50 4AXMary Salikineti
I love the accommodation as it is spacious and in pleasant environment I genuinely feel it is worth the money The staff here are really nice and knowledgeable. I think I made the best choice in choosing this as my accommodation
Payment Details
Booking Deposit: £100 to confirm a booking (adjustable in rent).
Installment Plan: Full payment or 4 installments,
Guarantor: UK based guarantor required, If you’d like to pay in instalments but don’t have a UK guarantor, you can do so but will incur a 5% upfront fee on top of your total accommodation fees.
Mode of Payment: Debit/Credit cards and Bank Transfer.
House Policies
Cancellation Policy
You will have 3 days from making your booking to sign the Tenancy Agreement. The Reservation Rent is fully refundable if you cancel your booking within this period. Once the Tenancy Agreement has been signed, the Reservation Rent will be held until the first rental payment falls due under your Tenancy Agreement and will be offset against the amount due.
To cancel your booking, you must tell Property in writing by sending an email to the property you booked with.
You may be eligible to be released from your agreement if:
No Place, No Pay
Eligibility: This policy is only available to first-year undergraduate or first year postgraduate students.
Conditions:
• You must inform Property within 3 days of receiving your university place rejection.
• You must provide Property with a written rejection letter from your chosen
university/college.
• The final date to submit this evidence is 30th August.
Outcome: If these conditions are met, you can cancel your booking, and we will refund any rent paid.
No Visa, No Pay (International Students)
Eligibility: This policy is applicable only to first-year undergraduate or postgraduate international students coming to the UK.
Conditions:
• You must inform Property within 3 days of receiving notification that your visa application has been declined.
• You must provide Property with an official notification from the visa authorities.
• The final date to submit this evidence is 30th August.
Outcome: If these conditions are met, you can cancel your booking, and we will refund any rent paid.
Cancellation by Property
In the unlikely event that we have to cancel your booking, we will notify you in writing and provide you with alternative accommodation. If the alternative accommodation is not suitable, you will have the option to cancel your booking and receive a full refund of any rent
paid.
General Conditions
• Any refund due will be processed within 14 days of receiving the necessary evidence.
• This policy does not affect your statutory rights.
• If you have any extenuating circumstances that prevent you taking your place at
University or your room with Property, you will need to provide evidence of your circumstances. Cases of this nature are considered on a case by case basis, please contact the residence you booked at to enquire and to understand what evidence we may require.
It is important that you understand that when you sign your Tenancy Agreement, you are entering into a legal agreement with the Landlord, and are liable for the full rent due for the Residential Period.
Cancellation of your Booking by Property
Our terms and conditions require you to sign your Tenancy Agreement online within 3 days of receiving the Offer of Accommodation.
If you fail to sign your agreement within this timescale we may cancel your booking, giving notice by email, and you will forfeit any ‘reservation rent’ paid if it is outside the 3-day cooling off period.
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You have the right to cancel your booking within 14 days of the booking date ("Cooling-Off Period") and receive a full refund of all payments made, including any booking fees or deposits, provided that the residential period ("Tenancy Period") has not yet commenced.
If you cancel after the Cooling-Off Period but before the tenancy start date, you may still be eligible for a refund only under the following conditions:
You are unable to secure a place at a university or college located in the same city as the accommodation.
In either case, you must provide supporting evidence. If approved, a full refund will be issued, excluding any non-refundable booking fees, if applicable.
Once your tenancy begins and you have moved in, your security deposit will be held in a separate bank account and used against any damages (excluding fair wear and tear), unpaid rent, or other charges incurred during your stay. The remaining balance of the deposit will be refunded to you within 14 days of the end of the tenancy agreement.
It is important to understand that by booking the accommodation, you are entering into a legally binding agreement with the property owner and are liable for the full duration of the tenancy unless a valid cancellation reason is accepted.
Instalment Plan
Tenancy Instalment Plan (Approx. Weeks Paid)
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August: Payment for 4 weeks
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October: Payment for 16 weeks
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February: Payment for 20 weeks
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April: Payment for 11 weeks
Frequent Asked Question (FAQ's)
What is platform fees?
Is it Refundable?
Will the booking fee be refunded to the student?
Why should a student book with UniAcco and not directly with the Property Manager?
What do I have to pay and when?
In order to pay rent in three instalments, you will need to provide evidence of a guarantor based in the country of your accommodation, such as a family member or friend. The first rent instalment must be paid 10 days prior to your tenancy start date. Your second rent payment will be due in January, and your third and final rent instalment will be due in May.
If you are unable to provide a guarantor in the country of your accommodation, your rent payment will need to be made a year in advance, in full, 10 days prior to your tenancy start date.
I am paying my rent in instalments, when are my payments due?
For those students paying in instalments, the rent payment dates are:
1st instalment – 10 days prior to your tenancy start date
2nd instalment – the following January
3rd instalment – the following May
I am paying my rent in full, when is my payment due?
If you are unable to provide a guarantor in the country of your accommodation, your rent payment will need to be made in advance, in full, 10 days prior to your tenancy start date.
