The Grange
Grange student accommodation in Leicester is a trendy property habited by many international students. There are a range of stylish Non-Ensuite, Classic Ensuite as well as studios and apartments categories available. Located right next to the city centre, you will have access to not only eateries but also within walking distance from De Montfort University and Leicester University of Performing Arts.
Leicester is one of the biggest cities in the UK, owing to the growing student culture and the dominating Asian community. One of the most recommended places to visit here is ‘Golden Mile’ which has had a cluster of Indian shops and restaurants since the 70s. Leicester recently became the centre of attraction when an ancient king’s remains were found in a car park. You can visit King Richard III Visitor Centre where this great ruler is posthumously buried. Be a part of the massive football culture which this city boasts, King Power Stadium is the home ground of Leicester City Football Club. This city is also home to a number of green spaces and waterways which are highly frequented by students. Living near Leicester City Centre can get stressful but a walk around the Grand Union Canal can give you much-needed peace.
Location:
The Grange student accommodation Leicester is right next to Leicester’s city centre which is the hub for many bars and restos. This student living is conveniently located near the city centre, offering students easy access to a vibrant dining scene. The city centre is home to a variety of restaurants and bars, such as Wygston's House Bar & Restaurant, Middletons Steakhouse & Grill Leicester, Crafty St Martin's, and more, where you can savour delicious meals. If you're in the mood for a lively night out, Club Republic, Waikiki Nightclub, and The Basement are just a short distance away. Moreover, This city is popularly known for its vibrant nightlife. Whether you're craving a pint, a mouthwatering meal, or an exciting evening, The Grange in Leicester is surrounded by a range of clubs, cafes, and restaurants to cater to your preferences.
Transportation:
Transportation facilities around The Grange student accommodation are quite easy to access. You will find Leicester Railway Station just 15 minutes from the station. Although you will not have the need to use it since universities like De Montford and Leicester College are at a walkable distance. Within the university campus, students have access to a multitude of amenities for biking, including 300 protected bike parking spaces, shower facilities, and equipment designed to aid in securing their bicycles. Moreover, the city centre has several locations equipped with bike racks.
Features:
This cosy accommodation is adequately furnished but prepped with all items which students will require to live in a foreign country. There are ensuite rooms in the category of non-classic and classic. Each bedroom has a cosy bed, a study desk, a spacious double bed, a bedside table, a desk chair, a coffee table, curtains, under bed storage, a wardrobe, cooking hobs, dustpan and brushes, a fridge, a freezer, an iron, an ironing board, a kitchen bin, a microwave, a mop and bucket, and abundant storage space.
Room Types:
The Grange is in a superb location and is perfectly furnished as per students’ needs. The rooms are top-notch and the staff here is ever-friendly. With the city centre just a stone’s throw away, you will have all the eateries and more at your fingertips.
WiFi
Utility Bills Included
Heating
Electric Stove
FridgeDistance from City Centre
14 m
13 m
3 mPrice Match Guarantee
24x7 Personal Assistance
Room Options
Study desk and chair
Wardrobe
Windows / Curtains
Private Room
Study desk and chairWardrobeWindows / CurtainsPrivate RoomFacilities in The Grange
Apartment
WiFiUtility Bills IncludedHeatingElectric StoveFridge
Television
MicrowaveCommunity
Communal Relaxing & Study Area
Laundry Room
Parking Space
CCTV
Contents Insurance
Bike Storage
24x7 Dedicated Support
Garden / CourtyardExplore Beyond The Grange
Leicester
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41 Grange lane, LE2 7EGPayment Details
Booking Fee: You are required to pay £250 as advance rent payment.(Adjustable in rent).
Instalment plan: If you are a student with a permanent UK home address then you will usually have the option of paying in one, three or seven instalments. If your permanent home address is outside the UK then you have the option of paying in one, two or four instalments.
Guarantor: UK or 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.
Cancellation Policy!
If a student wishes to cancel, has changed their plans, or was not accepted, they must send an email so the Property Manager can update the booking to an Early Leave Request or terminate it, depending on the situation.
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.
