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Robertson's Close

Edinburgh, EH1 1LY

Overview

Robertson's Close has 210 single bedrooms, typically in 4-6 roomed flats each sharing kitchen and bathroom facilities. It is ideally situated in the heart of the city’s vibrant Cowgate area, with a range of entertainment venues and cultural attractions within easy walking distance. It’s also ideally suited for access to the University’s Central Area and to the fantastic Centre for Sport and Exercise. 

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Property Features

City centre location
Self-catered
Common room
Bicycle storage
Wi-fi provided by Resnet
Basic contents insurance provided by Howden
Laundry facilities
Cleaning equipment provided
Kitchens with oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle and dining area

Standard single room

Bathroom
Shared
Catering
Self Catered
Bills
All utility bills included - there is an average allowance of electricity but overuse can result in additional charges.

Duration Options

Full academic year
£9,319.00
Semester 1 only
£4,045.44
Semester 2 only
£5,129.04

What's included?

Furnishings

Single bed (bedding not included)
Small chest of drawers
Desk and chair
Bookshelves
Wardrobe
Bedside lamp

Standard single room

Bathroom
Shared
Catering
Self Catered
Bills
All utility bills included - there is an average allowance of electricity but overuse can result in additional charges.

Duration Options

Full academic year
£9,319.00
Semester 1 only
£4,045.44
Semester 2 only
£5,129.04

What's included?

Furnishings

Single bed (bedding not included)
Small chest of drawers
Desk and chair
Bookshelves
Wardrobe
Bedside lamp
Location Walking Distances* Bus Distances** Bus Numbers
George Square (University Campus) 9 min (0.4 mi)
Kings Buildings (University Campus) 39 min (2.4mi) 28 mins (2.4 mi) 7,31,37,47,62A,N37, X37
Easter Bush (University Campus) 37, 47, 62, N37, X37
University Gym 7 min (0.3 mi)
Princes Street (shopping) 13 min (0.7 mi) 24 min (0.9 mi) 29, 37, N37, 41, 42
Waverley Train Station 8 min (0.4 mi) 15 min (0.4 mi) 29,37,N37, X37
Edinburgh Castle 13 min (0.6 mi)
Closest Supermarket (Tesco Metro) 2 min (500ft)
Closest Large Supermarket (Sainsburys, Cameron Toll 21 min (2 mi) 7, 31, 37, N37, 49

*Duration of journeys and distances are approximate and provided by Google Maps.

**Bus services are provided by Lothian buses and are subject to change. Visit their website for more info: https://lothianbuses.com The duration of journeys and distances are approximate and provided by Google Maps.

Aged 21 or under? You can get a free bus pass when you live in Scotland. Find out more at freebus.scot.

Communal facilities

Shared shower, bath and WC with your flatmates.

Four-bedroom flats share one bathroom (comprising a shower over bath, sink and WC).

Five-bedroom flats typically share one bathroom (comprising a shower over a bath, sink and WC) and one WC, with sink.

Six-bedroom flats share two bathrooms (comprising a shower over bath, sink and WC).

A large common room with a pool table, and an upper mezzanine level furnished with soft seating and a TV.

Kitchens are equipped with the following items:

  • Four-ring electric cooker with oven and grill

  • Microwave

  • Chopping board

  • Kettle

  • Fridge/Freezer

  • Vacuum cleaner

  • Basin

  • Dish drainer and pail

  • Sweeping brush, mop and shovel

  • Ironing board (no iron)

Crockery and cutlery are not provided. Pots, pans and frying pans are not provided.

Residents are responsible for keeping their own bedroom clean and tidy.

Residents should clear rubbish and remove all recycling to the designated areas.

It is the joint responsibility of all residents to keep the communal areas clean (kitchen, shared shower/bathrooms & hallways).

Staff will visit your flat occasionally to assist you in keeping communal areas clean.

It is the joint responsibility of all residents to keep the Common Room, Laundry and other communal areas of the building clean and tidy.

Staff will attend regularly to clean Common Room, Laundry, stairwells and lifts (where applicable).

Communal facilities

Shared shower, bath and WC with your flatmates.

Four-bedroom flats share one bathroom (comprising a shower over bath, sink and WC).

Five-bedroom flats typically share one bathroom (comprising a shower over a bath, sink and WC) and one WC, with sink.

Six-bedroom flats share two bathrooms (comprising a shower over bath, sink and WC).

A large common room with a pool table, and an upper mezzanine level furnished with soft seating and a TV.

Kitchens are equipped with the following items:

  • Four-ring electric cooker with oven and grill

  • Microwave

  • Chopping board

  • Kettle

  • Fridge/Freezer

  • Vacuum cleaner

  • Basin

  • Dish drainer and pail

  • Sweeping brush, mop and shovel

  • Ironing board (no iron)

Crockery and cutlery are not provided. Pots, pans and frying pans are not provided.

Residents are responsible for keeping their own bedroom clean and tidy.

Residents should clear rubbish and remove all recycling to the designated areas.

It is the joint responsibility of all residents to keep the communal areas clean (kitchen, shared shower/bathrooms & hallways).

Staff will visit your flat occasionally to assist you in keeping communal areas clean.

It is the joint responsibility of all residents to keep the Common Room, Laundry and other communal areas of the building clean and tidy.

Staff will attend regularly to clean Common Room, Laundry, stairwells and lifts (where applicable).