Athena Hall
Athena Hall is a perfect Ipswich student accommodation option, offering students an ideal blend of comfort, convenience and modern living. It is just a 7-minute walk from the University of Suffolk. The rooms are thoughtfully designed to cater to student needs, featuring contemporary furnishings and efficient layouts that maximise space and functionality. With its strategic location, well-appointed rooms, and student-focused facilities, Athena Hall creates an environment of academic success and personal growth, making it an excellent choice for students seeking a place that feels like home during their university years.
Features:
Athena Hall, Ipswich, offers many features designed to enhance student living. Each apartment has an electric stove, couch, fridge, microwave, WiFi, and a bookshelf, with all utility bills included in the rent. The community amenities provide additional convenience and support, including 24x7 dedicated support, secure bike storage, a game room, and a paid laundry room. For security, the accommodation is fitted with CCTV. Students can also enjoy the garden or courtyard and communal relaxing and study areas, creating a comfortable and supportive living environment.
Location:
Athena Hall is ideally situated, offering students easy access to various local attractions and amenities. The historic Ipswich Waterfront is just a short walk away, a picturesque area perfect for strolls and exploring. The beautiful Christchurch Park is nearby for nature enthusiasts, providing a beautiful, relaxing setting. Dining options abound with popular spots like The Forge Kitchen Restaurant and Isaacs On The Quay. Additionally, grocery shopping is convenient with a TESCO Supermarket nearby. This prime location ensures that students have everything they need within easy reach.
Commute:
Athena Hall offers excellent commuting options for students. The St. Matthews Street Bus Stop is approximately 5 minutes away, providing easy access to local bus routes. Ipswich Railway Station is a 17-minute walk from the accommodation, offering convenient rail connections for longer journeys. Additionally, students can enjoy cycling around the area, making commuting efficient and eco-friendly. These options ensure students can easily roam around the city and reach their destinations.
Room Types:
Athena Hall offers three types of rooms to cater to different student preferences. Studios are self-contained flats with everything you need in one room, providing complete privacy and convenience. Ensuite rooms feature a private bathroom and a communal kitchen, balancing private and shared living spaces. With rents starting from £139 per week, these room options ensure a comfortable and well-equipped living environment for various budgets and needs.
Key Locations:
| Universities | Miles | Super Market | Miles | Places Of Interest | Miles |
| University of Suffolk | 0.1 | Sainsbury's (Upper Brook Street) | 0.7 | Ipswich Waterfront | 0.1 |
| University of Essex | 19.0 | Tesco Express (Fore Street) | 0.3 | Christchurch Park | 1.2 |
| Anglia Ruskin University | 51.0 | Asda Ipswich Superstore | 1.2 | Ipswich Museum | 1.0 |
| University of East Anglia | 44.0 | Buttermarket Shopping Centre | 0.6 | Holywells Park | 0.5 |
| Cambridge University | 56.0 | Co-op Food (Nacton Road) | 1.1 | The Regent Theatre | 0.9 |
| Metro | Miles | Bus | Miles | Train | Miles |
| Ipswich Train Station | 1.1 | Ipswich Bus Station (Tower Ramparts) | 0.8 | Ipswich Train Station | 1.1 |
| Derby Road (Ipswich) Train Station | 1.0 | Duke Street Bus Stop | 0.3 | Derby Road (Ipswich) Train Station | 1.0 |
| Westerfield Train Station | 2.3 | College Street Bus Stop | 0.5 | Westerfield Train Station | 2.3 |
| Needham Market Train Station | 8.2 | Fore Street Bus Stop | 0.4 | Needham Market Train Station | 8.2 |
| Manningtree Train Station | 9.6 | Grimwade Street Bus Stop | 0.3 | Manningtree Train Station | 9.6 |
Microwave
Book Shelf
Couch
Electric Stove
FridgeDistance from City Centre
22 m
17 m
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24x7 Personal Assistance
Room Options
Study desk and chair
Underbed Storage
Wardrobe
Windows / Curtains
Study desk and chairUnderbed StorageWardrobeWindows / CurtainsFacilities in Athena Hall
Apartment
MicrowaveBook ShelfCouchElectric StoveFridge
WiFi
Utility Bills IncludedCommunity
Laundry Room
CCTV
Gameroom
Garden / Courtyard
Communal Relaxing & Study Area
Bike Storage
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Payments
Booking Deposit: £100 to confirm a booking (adjustable in rent).
Security Deposit: £250 (refundable at the end of tenancy).
Installment Plan: Full payment (No Guarantor), 3 installments.
Guarantor: UK based guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Debit/Credit cards.
No Visa/University No Pay: Booking deposit will be non-refundable in the event of cancellation of Visa or University but students will be released from the license agreement (proof required).
House Policies
To apply for and book, a flat or bedroom at a Collegiate AC managed property, you must pay £100 to reserve the room (described herein as “Reservation Rent”). This payment is made at the time of booking through our on-line booking system.
You will have 7 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 us in writing by sending an email to us at: tenants@collegiate-ac.com
- No place, no pay – this will only be available to first-year undergraduates or first-year postgraduates and will enable them to cancel in the event of receiving a rejection from their university of choice, on the condition that they:
Inform us within 7 days of receiving their university rejection.
Provide written proof of the rejection.
Submit their cancellation and supporting evidence before 30th August.
- No visa, no pay – this will apply to first-year undergraduates or first-year postgraduate international students coming to the UK, on the condition that they.
Inform us within 7 days of receiving notification that their visa has been declined.
Provide official notification from visa authorities.
Submit their cancellation and supporting evidence before 30th August.
You may be eligible to be released from your agreement if:
Your offer of a place at your preferred University/Higher Education institution is withdrawn as a result of you not achieving the required entry grades, you have surpassed your required entry grades and choose to go to a different University or you have extenuating circumstances that prevents you taking your place at University.
In order to meet the criteria you will need one of the following:
- To provide a written rejection letter from your chosen university/Higher Education Institute
- To provide a copy of the acceptance letter from your new university
- Evidence as to why you cannot take your place
You will be required to pay a Deposit (“Deposit”) at the commencement of the Residential Period. This payment will be collected with your first rental payment.
Your Deposit will be held under a Tenancy Deposit Protection Scheme and will be used as security against any damage to the Room, the Flat or the Property (fair wear and tear excepted), any damage to the furnishings or other equipment provided (fair wear and tear excepted) and any unpaid Rent
or other charges incurred during the duration of your Tenancy Agreement. The balance of the Deposit will be paid to you within 28 days after the termination of the Tenancy Agreement, less any reasonable costs incurred for the breach of any obligation under the Tenancy Agreement.
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 Collegiate AC
Our terms and conditions require you to sign your Tenancy Agreement online within 15 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 15 day cooling off period.
Athena Hall FAQs
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.
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
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.
