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Standard
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
12.5 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
44 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 10 Jul 2027
51 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 28 Aug 2027
18 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 09 Jan 2027
25 Weekly Stay
18 Jan 2027 - 12 Jul 2027
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£245 / Week
£99 Deposit
Deluxe Ensuite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Tf Double
Booking Period
44 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 10 Jul 2027
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£250 / Week
£99 Deposit
Premium Ensuite With Sea View
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Tf Double
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 28 Aug 2027
40 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 12 Jun 2027
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£255 / Week
£99 Deposit
Superior Ensuite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
27 sqm
Private Room
Dual Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
44 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 10 Jul 2027
51 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 28 Aug 2027
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£280 / Week
£99 Deposit
Deluxe Plus Ensuite with Sea View
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Tf Double
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 28 Aug 2027
40 Weekly Stay
05 Sept 2026 - 12 Jun 2027
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£265 / Week
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Located along East Sands in St Andrews, East Shore St Andrews student accommodation is one of the most sought-after residences in this historic town. Offering a variety of room types, including en-suite rooms with breathtaking sea views, it provides students with a comfortable and luxurious living experience. This student accommodation in St. Andrews is conveniently close to prominent educational institutions such as the University of St Andrews & University of Dundee. Student life in St Andrews centres around a unique combination of academic excellence, historic charm, and a strong sense of community.
Features:
With various room options, from the cosy Standard En-Suite to the luxurious Deluxe Plus En-Suite with a Sea View, each room is fully furnished and equipped with modern amenities to suit every student's needs. Popular choices include the Standard Plus En-Suite, Premium En-Suite with Sea View, Deluxe En-Suite, Large En-Suites, Standard En-Suite with Sea View, and Superior En-Suites. Students can enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi for studying and entertainment and handy in-room facilities like a microwave and a fridge/freezer for easy meal prep. Some premium rooms have fully equipped kitchens, making home-cooked meals a breeze. The accommodation also offers great communal amenities, including a lounge for socialising, on-site laundry, parking, and hassle-free maintenance.
Location:
This vibrant location places you close to top educational institutions like the University of St Andrews and Dundee and Angus College while offering a lively social scene. Enjoy local cuisine at The Cheesy Toast Shack or grab a coffee at Sandra’s Cakes St Andrews. For essentials, Tesco and M&S St Andrews Simply Food are just nearby. St Andrews Community Hospital is also closed for any health needs. When it's time to unwind, stroll through Craigtoun Country Park, explore St Andrews Castle, or relax at East Sands Beach. Evenings can be spent at local bars like The Central Bar and The Criterion. With everything from daily essentials to entertainment just a stone's throw away, East Shore St Andrews student accommodation offers more than just a place to live; it’s a complete lifestyle.
Commute:
Commuting to nearby universities from this accommodation is straightforward and convenient. The nearest bus stop at East Sands is just a 5-minute walk away, offering local bus services, including the 99 line, which connects to various destinations. For longer journeys, Leuchars Railway Station is just 1.1 kilometres away, about a 13-minute walk. This station provides train services to major cities like Edinburgh and Dundee, making it easy for students to travel to and from their universities. With these accessible public transport options, getting to nearby educational institutions is hassle-free.
Room Types:
East Shore, St. Andrews, offers various room types to suit different preferences, including Standard, Standard Plus Ensuite, Superior Ensuite, Premium Ensuite with Sea View, Deluxe Ensuite, and Deluxe Plus Ensuite. The weekly rent for these rooms generally ranges between £227 and £260, with a consistent deposit of £99 required for all bookings.
House Rules
- To secure your booking, the deposit is payable upon signing the tenancy agreement. If you do not pay the booking deposit within 7 days, we reserve the right to automatically release any room being held. Do contact the property manager as soon as possible in order to avoid the room being released to someone else.
- Once your booking is confirmed, a 14-day ‘cooling off period’ applies, during which you can cancel the booking for a full refund.
- If you decide to leave early, you remain responsible for the rent for the duration of your tenancy. However, if you are able to find a suitable replacement for your room, then the tenancy will be cancelled. In line with your tenancy agreement, refunds will only be given when a suitable replacement is found.
No Place, No Pay
- If your university or higher education institution withdraws your offer because you did not meet the required entry grades, you may cancel your Tenancy Agreement without incurring any charges.
- This policy applies only to students entering the first year of their course.
To proceed, you must submit a written request to cancel your booking and include: - A formal rejection letter from your chosen university or HEI, or a screenshot of your UCAS status clearly showing that the required grades were not achieved.
- This information must be provided within 72 hours of receiving confirmation from your institution.
- All cancellation requests must be sent to the property manager by 5th September 2026 for tenancies due to begin in September of that academic year.
- Please note that Wood Green Hall cancellation requests must be received by 15th August 2026.
- If you fail to provide the required evidence within the specified timeframe, you will remain liable for the rent for the full term of the contracted tenancy until another tenant acceptable to the property manager is found and the room can be re-let.
If the property manager receives the correct documentation within the stated period, then the property manager will cancel your agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full.
- Please note that only the following sites offer a No Place, No Pay policy:
- Redgate, Nottingham
- Sycamore House, Leeds
- Threadworks, Leeds
- Valerian, York
- Coppergate, Swansea
- Wood Green Hall, London
- Centro House, Stirling
- Riverside Quay, Stirling
- Carters Yard, Stirling
- St Peter’s Hall, Bournemouth
- Telephone House, Dundee
- Powis Place, Aberdeen
- East Shore, St Andrews
- Central Studios, London
No Visa, No Pay
- If your visa application to study in the United Kingdom is rejected, you may cancel your Tenancy Agreement without any financial penalty.
- To do so, you must notify the property manager in writing of your intention to cancel and provide official evidence of the visa refusal from the UK Home Office or relevant authority within 72 hours of the letter/correspondence date.
- All cancellation requests must be received no later than 5th September 2026 for tenancies starting in September of that academic year.
- Please note that Wood Green Hall cancellation requests must be received by 15th August 2026.
- If this confirmation is not received within the specified timeframe and your tenancy period has started, you will be liable for the rent from the start of the tenancy until another acceptable tenant is found, approved by the property manager, and the room can be re-let.
- If the property manager receives the correct documentation within the stated period, then the property manager will cancel your agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full.
- Please note, only the following sites offer a No Visa, No Pay policy:
- Redgate, Nottingham
- Sycamore House, Leeds
- Threadworks, Leeds
- Valerian, York
- Coppergate, Swansea
- Wood Green Hall, London
- Centro House, Stirling
- Riverside Quay, Stirling
- Carters Yard, Stirling
- St Peter’s Hall, Bournemouth
- Telephone House, Dundee
- Powis Place, Aberdeen
- East Shore, St Andrews
- Central Studios, London
Payment info & policies
Deposit: £99 to confirm booking (refundable at the end of tenancy)
Installment Plan: 3, 10 instalments(UK Guarantor required) or else full payment.
Guarantor: UK based guarantor (To pay in instalments)
Mode of Payment: Credit/Debit Card or online payment.
Installments Plan
If booking date is after any rent installment due date, all prior rent must be paid in full at booking.
4 Installments Payment
Instalments
Due Date
Amount
1st Instalment
07 Aug 2026
4 weeks rent
2nd Instalment
15 Oct 2026
17 weeks rent
3rd Instalment
16 Jan 2027
20 weeks rent
4th Instalment
22 Apr 2027
10 weeks rent
This property needs a Uk Based GuarantorA guarantor is a person/entity who agrees to cover the student's rent or related charges if the student fails to meet their payment obligations during the stay.
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Mezzino understand that friends like to stay together. Therefore if you are applying as a group please: Make it clear on the application form of the names of your group; Size of apartment you require; Talk to your accommodation team early as many buildings sell out quickly. Then we will do the rest!
Many of our residents are returning students who just don't want to leave us. If you choose to stay for more than one year we often offer an early booking incentive. We can't prioritise when we're handing out rooms though, so apply as early as you can to improve your chances. And if you are staying we can give the rooms a thorough inspection, clean them and attend to any maintenance ready for when you return.
Rent is due the 7th of each month from August, nothing is due in September, and then the 7th of October through until the 7th of June.
As part of our Accommodation Team we employ several students at each of our sites to take on emergency call outs, post, administration support, student support duties. These roles are vital and contribute to forming a happy community at all our buildings. If you would like to become part of our Accommodation team, gain valuable experience and get paid to live at our building then forward a copy of your CV to your local Accommodation Manager who will be happy to provide a Job Description and remuneration details.
Great! Mezzino offers the opportunity for students to stay on over the summer. There are restrictions in terms of date and availability however if you speak with the local accommodation team they will advise you on availability and how you can book.
For East Shore, a UK-based guarantor is required.
East Shore offers 3 installments or the full payment option.
The student accommodation cost of East Shore ranges from £238/week to £280/week depending on the room and stay period. UniAcco also offers Exclusive cashbacks, discounts on group bookings, and seasonal student housing offers. Contact UniAcco team for more details.
Full-time students in the UK are exempt from Council Tax while staying at East Shore. Council Tax is usually already exempt and included in your rent. If required, you can download a Council Tax Exemption Certificate from your university and submit it to your local council. If you’re unsure, your UniAcco property team can guide you through the process.
"UniAcco offers a wide selection of modern room types at East Shore student accommodation in St. Andrews, including Standard, Premium Ensuite With Sea View, Deluxe Ensuite, Superior Ensuite, and Deluxe Plus Ensuite with Sea View. Each option is designed to provide comfort, privacy, and convenience, making it an ideal choice for students looking for high-quality accommodation."
