Riverside Quay
Riverside Quay is a top choice for comfortable student accommodation in Stirling. With a range of room choices available, this property offers the best amenities and a prime location near the city centre with a view of the River Forth. Students will find it convenient to be close to the top universities in Stirling, ensuring they never miss any classes. Stirling itself is a historic city with a vibrant community, affordable living, and a diverse population of over 120 nationalities. Known as the Gateway to the Highlands, the city offers a mix of modern amenities and natural beauty for students to enjoy.
Location:
Riverside Quay student accommodation is ideally situated near the city centre, allowing easy access to various restaurants, cafes, clubs, and parks. The University of Stirling is minutes away from this property. Students can explore attractions such as Stirling Castle, The National Wallace Monument, Doune Castle, Stirling Old Bridge, and Holy Rude. For dining options, popular choices include Stirling Beefeater, Gabe's Diner Bistro, Mediterranèa, and Mint Leaf. The city also offers a range of drinking establishments like Molly Malones, Cold Beer Company, Curly Coo Bar, and The Kilted Kangaroo. Students interested in art and history can visit The Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum. Riverside Park provides a beautiful view near the River Forth, while The Peak leisure centre offers various activities such as swimming, ice skating, wall climbing, and more.
Features:
At Riverside Quay, each room is equipped with world-class amenities to ensure maximum comfort. Students will find a small yet comfortable double bed, ample storage space, a wardrobe, shelving space, and a study desk. Shared rooms and en-suite rooms have access to a communal kitchen, while studio rooms have a mini kitchen attached. Additional features include a vending machine, private dining room, courtyard, private cinema room, on-site gym, laundry service, study rooms, CCTV security, on-site team assistance, and cycle storage.
Rooms:
Based on their preference & budget, students can choose from ensuites, studios, two-bed apartments, and three-bed apartments. Each room at this student housing in Stirling has been fully furnished to the highest standards, offering maximum comfort to students. Some rooms provide stunning views of the River Forth and Stirling Castle. For a peaceful study environment, students can utilize the study spaces available. Socializing can be done in the TV lounges and games room, where students can enjoy table tennis or watch TV.
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WiFi
Electric Stove
Utility Bills Included
Microwave24x7 Personal Assistance
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Room Options
Study desk and chair
Wardrobe
Windows / Curtains
Small Double Bed
Study desk and chairWardrobeWindows / CurtainsSmall Double BedFacilities in Riverside Quay
Apartment
TelevisionWiFiElectric StoveUtility Bills IncludedMicrowave
Dining Room
FridgeCommunity
Bike Storage
Electronic Key Fob Entry System
Garden / Courtyard
Coffee Machine
On-Site Gym
Laundry Room
Theatre
Communal Relaxing & Study AreaExplore Beyond Riverside Quay
Haig Avenue
ACE CorntonLocation & Maps
1 Forthside Way Stirling FK8 1HZJack Henderson
Fantastic service from the staff. Lovely place for students. Worth the money with the facilities they provide.
Diogo Ferreira
Staff are absolutely brilliant. The accommodation has really good common area and lots of facilities for students to use. I booked a three bedroom ensuite room.I had a double bed and workspace with my private bathroom. The train station is also nearby
Payments
Booking Deposit: £150 to confirm a booking (Adjustable in rent).
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
Cancellation Policy
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.
Instalment Plan
51-Week Tenancy Instalment Plan (Approx. Weeks Paid)
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August: Payment for 8 weeks
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October: Payment for 9 weeks
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January: Payment for 18 weeks
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April: Payment for 16 weeks
44-Week Tenancy Instalment Plan (Approx. Weeks Paid)
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August: Payment for 7 weeks
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October: Payment for 8 weeks
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January: Payment for 15 weeks
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April: Payment for 14 weeks
Frequent Asked Question (FAQ's)
What is platform fees?
Is it Refundable?
Will the booking fee be refunded to the student?
Why should a student book with UniAcco and not directly with the Property Manager?
When can I move in?
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.
What is the cancellation policy?
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.
Can I choose a certain room?
Absolutely! Floors, flats and room numbers are available to select during the online booking process.
