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Deaconess

Furnishings 

All study bedrooms are equipped with the following furniture: 

  • Single bed 
  • Desk with drawer and study chair 
  • Wardrobe 
  • Shelving/ storage at desk 
  • Full height mirror 
  • Bin 
  • Pinboard 
  • Internet provision, hard wired and wireless provision 

Bedding 

  • Bedding is NOT included in your rent. But why not take the hassle out of buying and transporting your bedding and kitchen items by pre-ordering from our friends at UniKitOut? All you need to do is choose the items you want, select your residence, then confirm and pay for your goods.

    If you’re staying with us over the summer, or place your order later in the year, UniKitOut's trusted courier will deliver the goods to you directly.

    For January arrivals, UniKitOut will be in touch directly after any purchase to confirm how they will deliver your bedding pack to your accommodation. 

    You’ll be able to order these when you accept your contract; we’ll also let you know what size bed you’ll need to order for, as well as giving you a special discount code.

Bathrooms 

  • All rooms are en-suite and have a private shower, WC and wash hand basin. 

Kitchen/living areas 

This is self-catered accommodation and kitchens are equipped with the following items: 

  • Four-ring electric hob and oven 
  • Microwave 
  • Fridge/Freezer 
  • Vacuum cleaner 
  • Breakfast bar and stools 
  • Sofa/s and coffee table 
  • 40" flat screen TV (TV Licence not included) 
  • Sweeping brush, mop and shovel 
  • Ironing board 
  • Kettle 
  • Crockery and cutlery are not provided 
  • Pots, pans and frying pans are not provided.

Communal facilities and services 

  • There is a common room in building 142, accessible by all students, this is equipped with seating areas, games table and TV/DVD player. 

Cleaning and housekeeping 

  • Staff on site will regularly clean the laundry, common room, common room toilets, stairs and lifts.
  • Staff will visit your flat weekly and assist you in keeping common areas clean (kitchens, any shared bathrooms and hallways), however residents should also clean between visits.
  • Residents should clear rubbish and remove all recycling to the designated areas: you are also responsible for keeping your own bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms clean.
  • Please note that all our accommodation is non-smoking, this includes e-cigarettes.

Utilities 

All utility bills included - there is an average allowance of electricity but overuse can result in additional charges. 

Insurance

Basic contents insurance will be provided by:

Endsleigh Insurance

Please follow the link to check the level of cover provided.  If additional cover is required Endsleigh can assist or you may choose your own provider.

Internet 

High speed wireless internet is available throughout the property and each bedroom has a data outlet for a wired connection. 

Resnet internet 

Use of internet services is subject to the University of Edinburgh computing regulations and those of the service provider for the property: 

University computing regulations