


The Waterways
The Waterways student accommodation is located in one of Nottingham's prime locations. Perfectly situated for those attending the University of Nottingham, this accommodation is just an 11-minute bus ride from the campus, ensuring convenience and ease of access. The Waterways offers well-equipped and modern rooms designed to meet all student needs. The spacious and well-lit rooms provide a homely vibe, creating a comfortable and welcoming environment. The surrounding area is vibrant and lively, featuring numerous cafes, restaurants, and cultural attractions, ensuring students have plenty of options for dining and entertainment.
Features:
The Waterways student accommodation in Nottingham offers many features to enhance the living experience. Each room has a microwave, fridge, WiFi, and electric stove, ensuring modern convenience. Utility bills are included, providing a hassle-free living. The community is safeguarded with CCTV for security, and students can enjoy social events and a cinema for entertainment. Additional amenities include a laundry room, communal relaxing and study areas, an on-site gym, bike storage, and a game room, all designed to create a vibrant and comfortable student environment.
Location:
The Waterways, Nottingham, has a prime location that puts students in the heart of Nottingham's social scene and essential amenities. For a night out, popular bars like The Orange Tree and Revolution are within easy reach. Entertainment options abound with venues like Curve Theatre and O2 Academy Leicester, where students can enjoy live performances, concerts, and more. Regarding shopping, The Waterways is conveniently close to major shopping centres like Highcross Leicester and Haymarket Shopping Centre, providing a wide range of retail stores and services. For everyday necessities, supermarkets such as Tesco and Sainsbury's are easily accessible, ensuring students can quickly and conveniently purchase groceries and other essentials.
Commute:
The Waterways , Nottingham, offers excellent commuting options, making it easy for residents to explore Nottingham and beyond. The Nottingham National Express bus stop is just a 15-minute walk away, providing long-distance travel options. The Nottingham tram stop is also a 16-minute walk. The Broad Marsh bus station is a mere 15-minute walk, ensuring easy access to local and regional bus services. These nearby transportation options make The Waterways ideal for students needing reliable and convenient commuting solutions.
Room Types:
The Waterways offers three distinct room types that cater to different preferences and needs. The studio option provides a self-contained flat with everything you need in one room, offering complete privacy and convenience. For those who prefer a balance between privacy and social interaction, the ensuite rooms feature a private bedroom and bathroom, complemented by a communal kitchen where residents can connect and share meals. Each room type at The Waterways is thoughtfully designed to ensure comfort and meet the needs of students.
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Facilities in The Waterways
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Nearby Locations
- Bar: The Orange Tree, Revolution
- Entertainment: Curve Theatre, O2 Academy Leicester
- Restaurant: Turtle Bay, The Smoke Haus
- Shopping Centre: Highcross Leicester, Haymarket Shopping Centre
- Supermarket: Tesco, Sainsbury's
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Payment Details
Booking Deposit: No Advance Rent required.
Security Deposit: £150 to be paid as security deposit (Refundable at the end of your tenancy)
Instalment Plan: 4 Instalments or full payment.
Guarantor: UK Guarantor or International Guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Pay using a Credit Card, Debit Card or Bank Transfer.




House Policies
Cooling Off Period:-
- If the booking is cancelled by the applicant prior to it being countersigned, the Advance Rent payment will be returned.
Once the booking is countersigned, Property manager offer a 72 hour “cooling off” period so if circumstances change, the tenant can
cancel the booking subject to having not moved into the property.
- From the 1st August 2025 the “cooling off” period is reduced from 72 to 24 hours after the booking is countersigned.
- To cancel the booking during the cooling off period, please email the Residents’ Team within 72 / 24 hours of being sent
the ‘Lease Agreement Executed’ email. The tenant will then be refunded the advance rent payment. NB. This may take
up to 10 working days to reach your account.
Replacement Tenant:-
1. Once your cooling off period expires, you lose the right to cancel your tenancy. You are liable for the full rent until you find someone to take up a new tenancy with the Landlord for remaining term you no longer wish to have your tenancy for.
2. If you find a replacement, the property will need to do some basic checks to confirm their eligibility to enter into the contract.
3. Only when a suitable replacement has been found and they have completed their tenancy and paid any rent due, you will be released from the tenancy agreement.
Note: There will be certain charges incurred in this case.
No Visa No Pay:-
If an applicant fails to get a visa to enter into the UK, they can cancel their tenancy by providing evidence of their failed
visa application. Once Property manager receive this, Property manager will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your full Advance
Rent.
No Place No Pay:-
Once the “Cooling Off” period has expired, the tenant can cancel the booking prior to the tenancy start date if:
• You have not acquired the grades to be offered a place at the chosen university.
• You have failed to achieve the grades to continue your study at university.
In these circumstances, please provide evidence (UCAS notification) to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of being
notified. Once Property manager receive this, Property manager will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your full Advance Rent.
Should you not receive notification of these criteria until after the tenancy start date, you will be responsible for all rent
payments up to the date you provide us with confirmation documentation from UCAS and Property manager reply to confirm the release date with you.
There are no other circumstances under which Property manager will accept a request for a cancellation either before or during the
tenancy.
If travel restrictions related to Covid-19 prevent you from travelling to the UK or Ireland for the start of the 2021/22 academic year, and therefore unable to take up your study place at University, you may cancel your accommodation without penalty. Written evidence from the University must be sent by email to the Residents’ Team no later than 10th September 2021 confirming that you are no longer registered as a student with the institution. If you wish to delay your arrival until travel restrictions are lifted, we will amend your Tenancy Start Date in line with your new arrival date. Requests must be made by email to the Residents’ Team of the accommodation booked. We will apply a credit to your account for the period between your original Tenancy Start Date and your new one. All tenancies will start on a Saturday. This offer does not apply if you have taken up an online course with your University.
If travel restrictions related to Covid-19 prevent you from travelling to the UK or Ireland for the start of the 21/22 academic year, and you therefore decide to not take up your study place at University, you may cancel your accommodation without penalty. Written evidence from the University must be sent by email to the Residents’ Team no later than 10th September 2021 confirming that you are no longer registered as a student with the institution.
The Waterways FAQs
A few weeks before arrival, you will be invited to book a move-in slot by your Accommodation Team. This can be booked via our student portal once we've let you know check-in slots are available.
Book online until the end of 31st July, without seeing the accommodation first, and we run a 72-hour 'Cooling-Off' period, allowing you to cancel your booking within 72 hours of completing the booking. Bookings made from 1st August for the forthcoming academic year have a 24-hour 'Cooling-Off' period. To cancel, write to or email the Accommodation Manager at your chosen location.
Absolutely! Floors, flats and room numbers are available to select during the online booking process.