The Grafton
The Grafton is a comfortable student accommodation in Manchester, located in one of the most popular areas in the city. Situated opposite the Manchester Royal Infirmary and parallel to Manchester Oxford Road, it offers a convenient location for students to explore the vibrant city. The accommodation provides a total of 590 fully furnished en-suite, standard, and deluxe rooms in flats for two to seven people. With a focus on creating a welcoming environment, Sanctuary Students Grafton Street offers various amenities and features to ensure a pleasant living experience.
Location:
The Grafton enjoys a prime location in Manchester. It is situated just a short walk away from both Manchester Metropolitan University and the University of Manchester, making it an ideal choice for students attending these universities. Additionally, the property is near The Pankhurst Centre Museum, providing an opportunity for cultural exploration. The surrounding area is vibrant, with numerous cafes, restaurants, and bars in close proximity. Students can also find convenience in Morrisons Supermarket, located just a few steps away, for their daily grocery needs.
Features:
The accommodation at the Grafton Manchester offers a range of features to enhance the student living experience. The rooms are thoughtfully designed, providing comfort and functionality. Each flat comes with a balcony, and the spacious bedrooms are furnished with a comfortable bed, study table, wardrobe, drawers, and ample storage space. The fully fitted kitchen is equipped with all the necessary appliances for convenient cooking. Students can enjoy free high-speed Wi-Fi, access to an on-site gym for fitness needs, and shared communal areas to socialize and relax with friends. Safety is prioritized with CCTV surveillance and online maintenance service provided.
Rooms:
The Grafton Manchester offers various room options to cater to different preferences and budgets:
- Gold Non-Ensuite
- Silver Non-Ensuite
- Bronze Non-Ensuite
All room types come with a study desk and a chair, a private room, a single or double bed, and more. Students can make use of the top-notch amenities & communal facilities and more in their rooms.
Property Highlights & Advantages:
- The pricing of this accommodation is notably more affordable compared to other student housing options in the area.
- The whole staff is amazing and exceptionally helpful
- The location is excellent for both universities and the city center, with cafes and grocery stores nearby.
Key Locations:
| Universities | Miles | Transportation | Miles | Places Of Interest | Miles |
| University of Manchester - Main Campus | 0.7 | Oxford Road Railway Station | 0.3 | Whitworth Art Gallery | 0.2 |
| Manchester Metropolitan University - All Saints Campus | 1.5 | Wilmslow Road Bus Stop | 0.1 | University of Manchester Museum | 0.4 |
| Royal Northern College of Music - Main Campus | 1.3 | Rusholme Railway Station | 0.8 | Manchester Museum | 0.3 |
| University of Manchester | 0.9 | Moss Lane East Bus Stop | 0.1 | Platt Fields Park | 1.1 |
| Manchester Metropolitan University - Birley Campus | 2.7 | Piccadilly Gardens Bus Station | 1.9 | Victoria Baths | 0.7 |
WiFi
Electric Stove
Utility Bills Included
Microwave
FridgeDistance from City Centre
30 m
18 m
9 mPrice Match Guarantee
24x7 Personal Assistance
Room Options
Balcony
Study desk and chair
Underfloor Heating
Underbed Storage
BalconyStudy desk and chairUnderfloor HeatingUnderbed StorageFacilities in The Grafton
Apartment
WiFiElectric StoveUtility Bills IncludedMicrowaveFridgeCommunity
Laundry Room
Electronic Key Fob Entry System
CCTV
On-Site Gym
Parcel Receipt Service
24x7 Dedicated SupportExplore Beyond The Grafton
St Mary's (Stop C)Oxford Road/St Mary's (Stop U)Great Western Street (Stop K)
Imani StudioPet shopNearby Locations
- Bar: The Church Inn, The Wellington
- Entertainment: Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Symphony Hall
- Restaurant: The Warehouse Cafe, Opheem
- Shopping Centre: Bullring & Grand Central, The Mailbox
- Supermarket: Tesco, Morrisons
Location
60 Grafton St, Manchester M13 9NU, United KingdomOur students love us!
Rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 2k+ reviews
Payment Details
Deposit: £200 to confirm booking.
Guarantor: UK based guarantor.
Installment Plan: Full payment or 3 installments.
Mode of Payment: Credit/ Debit cards, Bank Transfer.
House Policies
2024/25 Academic Year
What if I sign/signed my contract on or before the 31st July 2024?
Up to and including the 31st July 2024, you can sign your contract but then request to cancel within 3 days of signing your contract. This is known as your 3 day cooling-off period (as once you sign the contract and surpass this 3 day period, you’re tied into the contract).
To inform us that you wish to cancel, you must submit a Cancellation Request on your online portal account under the “Your Requests” tab within your 3 day cooling-off period. The Sales Team would then check your online portal request was made within your 3 day cooling-off period, and if you are, they’d let you know the next steps.
If however you signed your contract on or before 31st July 2024, but you request to cancel outside of your 3 day cooling-off period, then you will be tied into the contract until a suitable replacement tenant is found and the replacement subsection of clause 9 of your contract is met. The replacement would pay the room type price displayed on our website at the time of their application being submitted – not the price on your contract. You would however still need to inform us that you wish to cancel, so please submit a Cancellation Request on your online portal account under the “Your Requests” tab. The Sales Team would then let you know the next steps.
If your tenancy has started and you have occupied the Room, you will be charged £50.00 to cover our costs of preparing the Room for the replacement Tenant.
What if I sign/signed my contract on or after 1st August 2024?
If you sign your contract on or after 1st August 2024, you will be immediately tied into the contract as we do not offer a cooling off period on or after this date. You will be unable to cancel your booking unless a suitable replacement student is found and the replacement subsection of clause 9 in your contract is met. The replacement would pay the room type price displayed on our website at the time of their application being submitted – not the price on your contract.
You would however still need to inform us that you wish to cancel, so you’d need to submit a Cancellation Request on your online portal account under the “Your Requests” tab. The Sales Team would then review your cancellation request and get back to you with the next steps. Just to confirm, you would need to find a suitable replacement for your room as per clause 9 of your contract.
If your tenancy has started and you have occupied the Room, you will be charged £50.00 to cover our costs of preparing the Room for the replacement Tenant.
When will I be released from the contract?
You will only be released from your contract if one of the below options are met (and you’re eligible for that option):
- If you email us within your 3-days cooling-off period to inform us that you wish to cancel, and you have submitted your online dwell portal cancellation request which has been accepted by us
- If a suitable replacement tenant is found and the replacement subsection of clause 9 in your contract is met (the replacement would pay the room type price displayed on our website at the time of their application being submitted – not the price on your contract)
- If you sign a new contract with us at dwell Student Living and you sign the new contract (and surpass the 3 days cooling-off period, if applicable)
If a suitable replacement tenant is found for your room (and the replacement subsection of clause 9 of your contract is met) before your contract start date, we will release you from your contract once the new tenant has signed their contract (and surpassed the 3-days cooling-off period, if applicable).
However, if a suitable replacement tenant is found for your room (and the replacement subsection of clause 9 of your contract is met) after your contract start date, we will release you from your contract from the date that the new tenant’s contract starts. This means that you’d be liable for the room’s rent up to the date that the new tenant’s contract starts.
To confirm, once a suitable replacement tenant has been found to take over your contract, there are a number of actions to be completed before we can release you from your contract. This is the replacement subsection of clause 9 stated in your contract, but we’ve also included them below:
- A replacement tenant has been found who has been approved by us as a suitable tenant
you have paid any administration fees owed to us for transferring your tenancy along with any rent owed on the room up to the end of your tenancy period - Paid any reasonable charges that are ascertained during an inspection of the flat and room at the end of your tenancy period
- The new tenant would pay the room type price displayed on our website at the time of their application being submitted – not the price on your contract
- The new tenant has paid any deposit and any rent owing on the room
- The new tenant has signed a tenancy agreement with us for a period that is equal to the rest of your fixed term
- The new tenant has provided all documents required, including guarantor information if applicable
Failure of a new tenant signing a tenancy agreement for the room and fulfilling all criteria will mean you are liable for all rent on the room until the end date set out in the principals of your contract.
If your tenancy has started and you have occupied the Room, you will be charged £50.00 to cover our costs of preparing the Room for the replacement Tenant.
Special Circumstances (outside the scope of the above points):
1st Year Guarantee:
If you’re going into your 1st year at university (applicable to Foundation or 1st year Undergraduate students only, full details below*), and you unfortunately do not achieve the required grades for your course, you will be released from your contract providing we receive a cancellation request and results evidence within 48 hours of your results being published (both submitted on your dwell portal).
Your results supporting evidence can be supplied from UCAS or your college/university showing your full name and the results outcome. Please submit your Cancellation Request on your online dwell portal account under the “Your Requests” tab, where you can also attach a copy of your supporting evidence. If we were able to release you from the contract due to this criteria being met, any deposit or rent payments already made will be refunded in full
*This section applies to anyone going into their 1st year of study of a Foundation course, or their 1st year of an Undergraduate degree. Please note: if you’ve already had a Foundation year, but then apply to live with us for your 1st year of an Undergraduate degree but wish to cancel your accommodation based on this ‘1st year guarantee’, it wouldn’t be applicable to you unfortunately as you had already studied your 1st year as the Foundation course – so you’d technically be in your 2nd year of study
International Students:
If you are coming to study from outside of the UK, and you require a VISA for this study but your VISA application is unfortunately denied, then you are able to cancel your contract as long as your contract has not yet started. You will also need to provide one of the following as supporting evidence, and there will be no penalty for your cancellation:
1) Confirmation of your VISA rejection or
2) Confirmation of failure to gain University place
We would still need you to submit your Cancellation Request on your online portal account under the “Your Requests” tab, where you can also attach a copy of your supporting evidence. If we were able to release you from the contract due to this criteria being met, any deposit or rent payments already made will be refunded in full.
If your tenancy has started and you have occupied the Room, you will be charged £50.00 to cover our costs of preparing the Room for the replacement Tenant.
2023/24 Academic Year
Cancellations during the 2023/24 academic year / tenancy period
If your booking is for the 2023/24 academic year, then as soon as you sign the contract, you are tied into it as it has surpassed the 31st July 2023 (this was the cut off date for a 3 day cooling off period when signing). So if you signed a contract for 2023/24 on or after 31st July 2023, you’d be tied into the contract immediately.
We are unable to cancel any contract unless a replacement tenant is found (and the replacement subsection of clause 9 in your contract is met) as detailed above. You’d be liable for the room’s rent up to the date that the new tenant’s contract starts. All cancellation requests should be submitted to your site team using your online dwell portal account under the “Your Requests” tab.
You will only be released from your contract if a suitable replacement tenant is found for your room (and the replacement subsection of clause 9 of your contract is met), including all of the below details:
- A replacement tenant has been found who has been approved by us as a suitable tenant
- You have paid any administration fees owed to us for transferring your tenancy along with any rent owed on the room up to the end of your tenancy period
- Paid any reasonable charges that are ascertained during an inspection of the flat and room at the end of your tenancy period
- The new tenant has signed a tenancy agreement with us for a period that is equal to the rest of your fixed term
- The new tenant has paid any deposit and any rent owing on the room
- The new tenant has provided all documents required, including guarantor information if applicable
If a replacement student meets the above criteria, then you’d be liable for the rent of the room up to the contract start date of the replacement’s contract start date. Your site team would tell you how much you owe, and would confirm with you once you are released.
Failure of a new tenant signing a tenancy agreement for the room and fulfilling all criteria will mean you are liable for the full rent on the room until the end date set out in the principals of your contract.
If your tenancy has started and you have occupied the Room, you will be charged £50.00 to cover our costs of preparing the Room for the replacement Tenant.
The Grafton FAQs
When applying to live with Dwell, there are no fees to pay. This makes it easier for you to book your perfect dwell room.
Once you have applied, our Sales Team will look through your application, check to find you the best room available and send you a ‘Room Offer’ email. After you have signed your AST (contract), you will be asked to pay a tenancy deposit, so please have your bank card to hand when accepting your Room Offer.
