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City Block Gillows, Lancaster
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About the Property
City Block Gillows is an excellent student accommodation in Lancaster that offers a range of 2-bedroom apartments, en-suites and studios. The property is located within a 7-minute drive from the University of Cumbria and an 11-minute drive from Lancaster University.
Features
Every room features cosy beds, study desks & chairs, pinboards, free high-speed Wi-Fi, drawers, spacious wardrobes, fully equipped kitchens and smart storage space to keep your belongings. Socialise & meet new people in the furnished communal areas and wash & dry clothes in the on-site laundry. Other common amenities include free cycle storage, parcel service, free arrival pack and a free CityBlock card while you’ll have on-site maintenance to help you out.
Location and What's Hot?
The property is surrounded by tonnes of shops, pubs and restaurants. Get up and head to The Cornerhouse and The Tap House when you are low. You can also have Thai dishes at Araya Thai Restaurant Lancaster and contemporary British cuisine at The Quarterhouse. Witness the history at museums like Lancaster City Museum, Lancaster Maritime Museum and The Cottage Museum.
Commute
The accommodation has amazing connectivity with public transport. Bus stations such as Sainsburys and Sainsbury's Layby are just down the lane. You can reach Bus Station Night Std bus stop within a 4-minute walk. And when you feel homesick, board a train from Lancaster train station which is just an 11-minute walk away.
Other
Lancaster University is 28 minutes by bus
University of Cumbria is 17 minutes by bus
Lancaster Bus Station is 4 minute walk
City Centre is 5 minute walk
Room Types
Shared Community And Utilities
Security
Property Services
House Rules
Payment and Fees
No Guarantor is required if you are paying your rent annual in advance but for termly payment options you do need a UK guarantor. Your Guarantor will be required to accept your Tenancy Agreement and provide proof of ID.
To reserve a room they require a £100 holding deposit.
Weekly room rates are all-inclusive with flexible payment options available. Rent can be paid fully in advance or you can pay in termly instalments (August, October, January and April). The ‘Annual Payment’ dates are 04/08/2023 & 04/09/2023 and the ‘Termly Payments’ are 04/09/2023, 02/10/2023, 08/01/2024 and 22/04/2024.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Travel restrictions (UK or overseas) are preventing me from moving into my room at Property. Can I have my rent reduced to account for this?
My university is delaying the start date of my face-to-face university course. Can I have my rent reduced to account for this?
Yes if your university changes the official start date of your course, they will add a rent reduction to account for the delay. they will need clear evidence of this (university letter or other official communication) no later than 48 hours prior to your tenancy start date. A credit will be applied to your account for any difference in rent due to the course delays.
I am a prospective first year student and I missed the grades to get into the university I wanted. Can I cancel my room at Property?
Yes you will need to let us know in writing with a copy of either your rejection letter from your chosen university/college or a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved. They will need this information within 7 days of you receiving your results.
Do I need a Guarantor?
Can I make a group booking?
Yes, they welcome groups of friends to Property. Our dedicated lettings team will offer you a range of room types to suit all budgets so that you and your friends can live together.
Are all the rooms ensuite?
Are there different types of rooms available?
How does my check in appointment work?
You will need to book a check in appointment through your resident portal to ensure a member of the team is ready to welcome you to Property. During your check in they will show you to your room, then you can get settled and unpack all of your belongings!
When will I get the keys to my new home?
What do I need to bring?
Do I need to do anything before I check in?
Yes, before you can check in, they must have received your first rent instalment and completed tenancy agreement.
Is There A Connection Charge For The Internet?
Can I Smoke?
How Will I Get My Post & parcels?
Will My Room Be Cleaned?
Is There Car Parking Available?
No, as all of our sites are in city centre locations they are unable to provide parking. They are always happy to advise on alternative parking options locally.
Is There A Warden On Site?
Property is designed for independent living. In each city they have an on-site lettings office with an experienced and friendly lettings team on hand during normal working hours for your peace of mind. Our staff are also mulit-lingual. Out of hours there is emergency security cover (including bank holidays and weekends).
Do I Need To Move Out During Christmas And Easter Holidays?
Are Laundry Facilities Available?
When do I pay my rent?
How Much Is The Deposit?
To reserve a room they require a £100 holding deposit, which will be registered as a tenancy deposit with the Deposit Protection Service once you sign your Tenancy Agreement.
What is a holding deposit?
The holding deposit reserves your room whilst they carry out reference checks and prepare your tenancy agreement.
What happens to my deposit?
Can Property retain my holding deposit?
What is the “deadline for agreement”?
What Happens To My Refundable Deposit?
How Much Is The Rent?
What Is Included In The Rent?
Do I Need To Pay Council Tax?
As a student, you are exempt from paying council tax for the dates you are enrolled as a full-time student. This may fall slightly outside of your tenancy dates. You can check with your local authority or University for further advice. They will ask you to provide an exemption certificate when you move in - this is available from your University.
Do I Need My Own Insurance?
Do I Need A Tv Licence?
How does my check out appointment work?
When do I hand over my keys?
How about my deposit refund?
What if I have stuff I don’t need anymore?
If you have any unwanted items, e.g. un-perishable, unopened food or good quality items, please place them in the recycling tubs in your communal area. They will recycle and donate them to local charities and food banks.
What will happen with my post?
They offer a mail forwarding service for a period of 4 weeks after you move out, so if you would like us to forward your post, please provide us with an address. After this 4 week period, any post received will be returned to the sender.
