Moonraker Point
Moonraker Point is a modern student accommodation in London, situated in the vibrant Zone 1 borough of Southwark. Its prime location offers easy access to notable attractions such as the Tate Modern and the picturesque Thames River, allowing residents to immerse themselves in bustling city life. With its modern and stylish design, Moonraker Point student accommodation provides an ideal setting for students to make the most of their London experience. The residence fosters a friendly and social community, supported by KCL's residence life programme and King’s Sports’ BeActive Halls programme, which offers exciting activities like five-a-side football that are popular among residents.
London, the vibrant capital of the UK, is a thriving hub for universities and offers a plethora of opportunities for students. Studying in this bustling city provides an exciting experience for those seeking to immerse themselves in a lively and dynamic environment. London's allure lies not only in its academic institutions but also in its abundance of cultural activities and vibrant nightlife, making it an enticing destination for students. Additionally, its strategic location ensures excellent connectivity to other towns, cities, and even international destinations.
Location:
Located in vibrant London, Moonraker Point offers a convenient location with a wide range of amenities nearby. The prestigious London South Bank University is just 0.4 miles away, and this student housing in London is situated close to banks, eateries, shops, and post offices for everyday convenience. Enjoy a culinary adventure with a variety of nearby restaurants to choose from. London itself provides a vibrant and diverse atmosphere, with iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and a thriving food scene. Shop at renowned destinations like Oxford Street and Camden Market, and experience the dynamic nightlife with clubs, bars, and live music venues. Cultural events, festivals, and sports stadiums further enhance the vibrant student life experience.
Transportation:
Moonraker Point, London offers excellent transportation options, ensuring easy access to various parts of the city. Nearby, you'll find bus stops, such as Blackfriars Road (stop SM) and Stamford Street, within an 8-minute walk. The closest metro station, Southwark Station, is just a 6-minute walk away. The location is conveniently close to several educational institutions, including the London College of Creative Media (4-minute walk), the University of West Scotland (7-minute walk), London South Bank University (9-minute walk), and the London School of Commerce (13-minute walk). London's comprehensive transit system provides seamless connectivity, from the renowned London Underground Tube and the automated DLR light railway to trams and buses, enabling students to explore the city's different zones from Moonraker Point.
Features:
With private bathrooms, comfortable beds, and dedicated study areas, the rooms at Moonraker Point create a peaceful environment for focused work. After studying, residents can socialize in the spacious common area, fostering a sense of community. The accommodation provides essential amenities such as under-bed storage, bedside tables, spacious wardrobes, study desks and chairs, high-speed Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms in every room. Additionally, there is an outdoor social space for gatherings, and each apartment is equipped with cleaning supplies and kitchen facilities, including a stove, refrigerator, freezer, and microwave.
Room Types:
Moonraker Point, London offers a variety of well-appointed student rooms, including ensuites and studios, each thoughtfully designed to provide comfort and convenience. Along with this, it offers a spacious kitchen and dining area where students can cook and share meals, fostering a sense of community. The accommodation also provides Wi-Fi connectivity and convenient onsite maintenance services for resident's comfort and convenience.
Heating
Microwave
Fridge
Sofa
Utility Bills IncludedDistance from City Centre
30 m
21 m
13 mPrice Match Guarantee
24x7 Personal Assistance
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Room Options
Study desk and chair
Underbed Storage
Wardrobe
Windows / Curtains
Study desk and chairUnderbed StorageWardrobeWindows / CurtainsFacilities in Moonraker Point
Apartment
HeatingMicrowaveFridgeSofaUtility Bills Included
WiFi
Television
Electric StoveCommunity
Contents Insurance
CCTV
24x7 Dedicated Support
Gameroom
Lounge Area
Communal Relaxing & Study Area
Vending Machine
Laundry RoomExplore Beyond Moonraker Point
Waterloo StationBlackfriars StationWaterloo East
The Hop ExchangeWaterloo StationNearby Locations
- Bar: The Thirsty Bear, The Ring
- Entertainment: The Old Vic, Tate Modern
- Restaurant: The Refinery, Baltic Restaurant and Bar
- Shopping Centre: Borough Market, Oxo Tower Wharf
- Supermarket: Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local
Location & Maps
Pocock Street, SE1 0FNPayments
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.
Note: If you choose to pay your rent in instalments, an additional charge of up to GBP 99 may also apply.
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.
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.
