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Chaucer House

Chaucer House, 32 Isambard Brunel Rd, Portsmouth, PO1 2DR, UK

Chaucer House is a modern and well-equipped student accommodation in Portsmouth, offering a range of rooms to suit the needs of students. The property is ideally located close to the Portsmouth and Southsea train stations, making it easy to explore the city. With plenty of shops, restaurants, and cinemas nearby, Chaucer House provides everything students need to enjoy a comfortable and productive stay.

Location:

Located in the heart of Portsmouth, Chaucer House student accommodation is near the city's many attractions. The University of Portsmouth (Guildhall campus) is just a 10-minute walk away, while the Cascades Shopping Centre and Gunwharf Quays outlet mall are also within walking distance. Southsea, a centre for culture and cuisine, is just a short bus ride away. Portsmouth is a thriving city with stunning beaches, independent cafes, and many great places to eat and drink. With excellent transport links near this student housing in Portsmouth, students can easily explore the city and beyond.

Features:

Chaucer House offers a range of common facilities to enhance the student experience. These include bike storage, laundry facilities, a communal study space, and a common area for socializing with fellow residents. Students can also take advantage of vending machines for quick snacks and drinks. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and all utility bills are included in the accommodation package. Safety and security are a top priority, with CCTV, 24/7 assistance, and maintenance support provided.

Rooms:

At Chaucer House, you can choose between rooms with ensuites, where you share a spacious kitchen with friends, or studios with your own private kitchen and bathroom. Whether you prefer living with flatmates or in your own private space, there's a room that's just right for you. Chaucer House shares its entrance and reception with Margaret Rule Hall. The ground floor features a welcoming common room with comfortable sofas, armchairs, and tables, along with a fully equipped gym. Additionally, Block A offers a spacious study room on the first floor, while Block B boasts a large common room, perfect for studying or relaxing with friends.

Key Locations:

Universities Miles Transportation Miles Places Of Interest Miles
University of Portsmouth - University Quarter Campus 0.5 Portsmouth Harbour Railway Station 0.2 Gunwharf Quays 0.6
Portsmouth College - Hilsea Campus 2.6 Portsmouth Harbour Bus Station 0.2 Spinnaker Tower 0.7
Highbury College - Portsmouth Campus 0.9 Portsmouth International Port 1.6 Portsmouth Historic Dockyard 0.8
Solent University - Main Campus 1.3 M275 Motorway Junction 12 1.9 Old Portsmouth 0.6
University of Chichester - Chichester Campus 19.8 Southampton Airport 20.6 Southsea Seafront 1.4
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Distance from City Centre

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Room Types
Room Types
Room Types
Room Types
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Room Options

Room Image
En-Suite, Classic
Private Room • Private Bath
study-deskStudy desk and chair
underbed-storageUnderbed Storage
wardrobeWardrobe
windowWindows / Curtains
Stay 51 weekMove in 2025-09-20Advance Rent £250Rent £191 / week
Stay 44 weekMove in 2025-09-20Advance Rent £250Rent £197 / week
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Room Image
Studio, Classic
Private Room • Private Bath • Private Kitchen
Entire-PlaceEntire Place
study-deskStudy desk and chair
underbed-storageUnderbed Storage
wardrobeWardrobe
Stay 51 weekMove in 2025-09-20Advance Rent £250Rent £229 / week
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Facilities in Chaucer House

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wifiWiFi
radiatorRadiator / AC
microwaveMicrowave
fridgeFridge
electric-stoveElectric Stove
utility-billsUtility Bills Included
heatingHeating

Community

vending-machineVending Machine
cctvCCTV
support24x7 Dedicated Support
study-areaCommunal Relaxing & Study Area
gymOn-Site Gym
insuranceContents Insurance
bike-storageBike Storage
paid-laundryLaundry Room

Explore Beyond Chaucer House

Portsmouth & Southsea

2 mins walk
Station Street (Stand J)

3 mins walk
City Shops South (Stop C)

4 mins walk
City Shops South (Stop D)

4 mins walk
Royal Carriage taxi

7 mins walk
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Location

locationChaucer House, 32 Isambard Brunel Rd, Portsmouth, PO1 2DR, UK
4

5 Reviews for Chaucer House

Neighbourhood
4.2
Maintenance
4.0
Amenities
4.0
Security
5.0
Value of Services
4.0
4
Facilities
Maintenance
Value of Service

Kirsten

Dec 9, 2020

Ideal location, safe to walk into town.

5
Security

julia gudawajtys

Dec 9, 2020

The flats are huge, bedrooms double beds with ensuite, not massive but plenty of room for one.

Payments

Booking Fee: £250 to confirm your booking (Adjustable in your rent).
Instalment Plan: 2 or 4 installments, or make a full payment.
Guarantor: International Guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Debit/credit card, Bank transfer.

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House Policies

International Cancellation Policy AY 24/25:

These additional cancellation provisions apply for any individual making a booking outside of the United Kingdom.

1. Cooling Off Period – the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply;

2. 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 we are satisfied, we 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 we are satisfied, we 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 Unite Students and must be sent to internationalcancellations@unitestudents.com.

If an agent is involved the evidence must be sent to the agent and then forwarded on to internationalcancellations@unitestudents.com.

3. Replacement Tenants - the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply. Please note the point that Unite Students is under no obligation to enter into a Tenancy Agreement with any replacement Tenant that is suggested under this provision.

Passed the 31st August, the No Place No Pay and No Visa No Pay do not apply.

The student remains liable for the rent unless they find a replacement Tenant.

 

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Chaucer House FAQs

The Platform Fee is a one-time charge that prioritizes your booking and grants access to exclusive pre and post-landing services, potentially saving up to £1,500. This fee is refundable if UniAcco cannot secure the room category and property you select.
You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of payment, after which platform fees will not be refunded (To be added on Cancellation Policy also)
Fee is non-refundable in case the student decides to swap their accommodation from a non-commissionable property to a commissionable property. Platform Fee is refundable to the student if they decide to cancel their booking within the defined “UniAcco Cooling Off Period”. This period will be upto 48 hours from the months April-September and 5 days from the months October-March.
We will assist the student with the entire booking process. End-to-end handling of the cancellation process for the student. (Platform Fee won’t be refundable to the student in this scenario). Post Move-In Assistance to the student.

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.

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.

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.