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Silk Mill, Edinburgh

162 Dundee Street, Edinburgh EH11 1FH
1.5 miles from City Centershow on map >
From£245/per week

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About Silk Mill, Edinburgh

Silk Mill offers an optimal setting for university students in Edinburgh, helping you make the most of your university life in the beautiful city. A 12-minute walk to Edinburgh Napier University Merchiston Campus and a 26-minute walk to the University of Edinburgh ensure that you're never too far from campus, allowing you to maximise your time for studies and student life.
Step into a world of luxury and convenience with Silk Mill's impressive array of amenities tailored to enhance your student experience, such as every private studio and shared apartment having its own dishwasher and free washer-dryer!
Start your day right at the breakfast bar, where you can fuel up for the day ahead with a free coffee to wake you up!
You can focus on your assignments and coursework in the dedicated study area, providing the ideal environment for concentration and collaboration.
After a long day of classes, you can unwind and socialise in the communal lounge and the dry bar lounge, where you can relax with friends or meet new acquaintances. Head to the games room for an evening filled with laughter and good memories!
You will never have to worry about boring weekends due to our vibrant social calendar, offering a variety of events and activities to enrich your student experience.
Stay entertained and connected with the 'smart' TV in shared flats and studios, providing the perfect backdrop for movie nights or catching up on your favourite shows.
For those looking to host private gatherings or study sessions, the private dining room and private study rooms offer exclusive spaces for your convenience.
Embrace outdoor entertainment with the outdoor cinema, providing the perfect setting for movie nights under the stars. Let loose and showcase your inner Kpop-idol in our karaoke rooms with your best friends, a perfect way to blow off all the stress from university!
Silk Mill also has in-apartment washers and dryers, so you don’t have to worry about carrying heavy laundry around every week!
Maintain your fitness plan with access to the on-site gym, ensuring you can stay active and healthy without leaving the premises.
Explore the city with ease using our secure bicycle storage, promoting sustainable commuting options within Edinburgh.
When it's time to explore Edinburgh in your free time, head to Fountainbridge or Fountain Park Entertainment Centre, where you can discover a range of dining, entertainment, and retail options.

Most Affordable Rooms

8 Bed Standard Ensuite

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Jul 10, 2027
Duration:44 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£245/week
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6 Bed Standard Ensuite

Move in: Jan 11, 2027
Move out: Aug 30, 2027
Duration:33 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£262/week
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Amenities

Cinema Common Room Free bike hire and storage Games Room Karaoke Room On Site Maintenance On-site Team Onsite Security Outdoor Courtyard Secure Door Entry Social Events Study Area Television

Bills Included

All Bills Included Gym Wifi

Safety & Security

CCTV

Rooms of Silk Mill, Edinburgh

8 Bed Standard Ensuite

Choose the standard en-suite room, ranging from 11.8m2 to 12.5m2, and experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Furnished with a small double bed and a dedicated study area, this room provides sufficient space for relaxation and productivity. Stay organised with ample storage space, and enjoy the privacy of your own bathroom. Plus, you’ll have access to an open-plan shared living, kitchen, and dining area, creating a welcoming environment for socialising with flatmates.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Jul 10, 2027
Duration:44 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£245/week
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7 Bed Standard Ensuite

Embrace comfortable living in the standard en-suite room, ranging from 11.8m2 to 12.5m2. Featuring a cosy small double bed and a dedicated study area, this room offers the perfect space for rest and study. Stay organised with ample storage space, and enjoy the convenience of your own bathroom. Additionally, you’ll have access to an open-plan shared living, kitchen, and dining area, providing plenty of opportunities for socialising with fellow residents.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Aug 28, 2027
Duration:51 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£255/week
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7 Bed Premium Ensuite

Experience luxury living in the premium en-suite room, complete with a small double bed and a dedicated study area. These rooms are available on the ground, 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors. With room sizes ranging from 11.8m2 to 12.5m2, this room offers ample space for relaxation and productivity. Stay organised with sufficient storage space, and enjoy the privacy of your own bathroom. Plus, you’ll have access to an open-plan shared living, kitchen, and dining area, perfect for communal gatherings and shared meals.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Aug 28, 2027
Duration:51 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£260/week
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6 Bed Standard Ensuite

Step into comfort in the standard en-suite room, ranging from 11.8m2 to 12.5m2. Furnished with a small double bed and a dedicated study area, this room offers the perfect balance of relaxation and productivity. Ample storage space ensures all your belongings are neatly organised, while the private bathroom provides added convenience. Additionally, you’ll have access to an open-plan shared living, kitchen, and dining area, creating a welcoming atmosphere for socialising with flatmates.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Jan 9, 2027
Duration:18 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£262/week
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Move in: Jan 11, 2027
Move out: Aug 30, 2027
Duration:33 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£262/week
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Move in: Jan 11, 2027
Move out: Aug 31, 2027
Duration:34 weeks
Sold Out
Deposit £250
£262/week
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Essential Studio

Enjoy independent living in your Essential Studio, featuring a double bed with room sizes ranging from 17.8m2 to 21.1m2. Located on the ground floor and lower ground floor and featuring all the essentials – this studio is furnished with a smart TV and a dedicated study area, this studio provides the perfect space for relaxation and productivity. Stay organised with ample storage space, and enjoy the convenience of an en-suite bathroom and a private kitchen/dining area with integrated appliances, including a washer-dryer and dishwasher.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Aug 28, 2027
Duration:44 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£311/week
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Standard Studio

Enjoy independent living in your Standard Studio, featuring a double bed with room sizes ranging from 17.8m2 to 21.1m2. These studios are located on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors of the student accommodation. Furnished with a smart TV and a dedicated study area, this studio provides the perfect space for relaxation and productivity. Stay organised with ample storage space, and enjoy the convenience of an en-suite bathroom and a private kitchen/dining area with integrated appliances, including a washer-dryer and dishwasher.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Aug 28, 2027
Duration:51 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Advance Rent £315
£345/week
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Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Jul 10, 2027
Duration:44 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Advance Rent £315
£355/week
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Premium Studio

Experience luxury living in your Premium Studio, complete with a double bed with room size ranging from 21m2 to 22.8m2. Furnished with a smart TV and a dedicated study area, this studio offers ample space for relaxation and productivity. Stay organised with ample storage space, and enjoy the convenience of an en-suite bathroom and a private kitchen/dining area with integrated appliances, including a washer-dryer and dishwasher.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Aug 28, 2027
Duration:51 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£404/week
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Luxe Studio

Indulge in luxury living in your spacious Luxe Studio, featuring a double bed and room size ranging from 23.3m2 to 26.6m2. Furnished with a smart TV and a dedicated study area, this studio offers the perfect blend of comfort and style. Stay organised with ample storage space, and enjoy the convenience of an en-suite bathroom with accessible options available and a private kitchen/dining area with integrated appliances, including a washer-dryer and dishwasher.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Aug 28, 2027
Duration:51 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£407/week
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Executive Studio

Elevate your living experience in our Executive Studio with sizes ranging from 22.4m2 to 28.6m2. Featuring a double bed and a dedicated study area, this studio provides ample space for relaxation and productivity. Stay organised with sufficient storage space, and enjoy the convenience of an en-suite bathroom with accessible options available and a private kitchen/dining area with integrated appliances, including a washer-dryer and dishwasher.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Aug 28, 2027
Duration:51 weeks
Last Few Rooms
Deposit £250
£420/week
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9 Bed Premium Ensuite

Experience luxury living in your premium en-suite room placed on the 4th floor, complete with a small double bed and a dedicated study area. With room sizes ranging from 11.8m2 to 12.5m2, this room offers ample space for rest and study. Stay organised with ample of storage space, and enjoy the privacy of your own bathroom. Additionally, you’ll have access to an open-plan shared living, kitchen, and dining area, perfect for communal gatherings and shared meals.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Jul 10, 2027
Duration:44 weeks
Sold Out
Deposit £250
£240/week
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9 Bed Standard Ensuite

Enjoy comfort and convenience in the standard en-suite room, ranging from 11.8m2 to 12.5m2. Furnished with a cosy small double bed and a dedicated study area, this room offers the perfect environment for relaxation and productivity. Ample storage space ensures all your belongings are neatly organised, while the private bathroom provides added privacy. Plus, you’ll have access to an open-plan shared living, kitchen, and dining area, ideal for socialising with flatmates.

Move in: Sep 5, 2026
Move out: Jul 10, 2027
Duration:44 weeks
Sold Out
Deposit £250
£242/week
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Cancellation policy

Please review the property's terms.

  • Cancelling within the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’)

    • Cancelling within the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’)

    You can cancel your booking up to 7 days after you accept your offer or pay your deposit (the Initial Cancellation Period), providing you have not already moved in to the property and we will refund your security deposit in full

    If you cancel your booking after the 7 day Initial Cancellation Period, you will remain liable for the weekly rent (for each and every week or part week) until we are able to re-let the room. If we are able to re-let the room we will release you from the agreement upon payment of a £50 variation of contract fee which we will recover by retaining part or all of your deposit. If you have paid a lower deposit amount, that's the amount that will be retained.
  • Cancelling after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’)

    • Cancelling after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’)

    If a tenant wishes to cancel the booking after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’) has passed, the tenant remains liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.

    Important: Homes for Students is under no obligation to enter into a Tenancy Agreement with any replacement tenant that is suggested by any existing tenant, or its representative or agent under this provision.
    Rooms that are re-let to a new tenant will be at the current market rate, and not necessarily at the rate the room was previously sold at.

    While we will always do what we can to assist, it is not the obligation of Homes for Students or the landlord to find a replacement tenant to take over the tenancy.

    If a suitable tenant is found and the room is re-let, we will refund the security deposit, less any appropriate charges, as well as a deduction of £50 for the variation of the contract. Please note, £20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks.

    The deposit paid is non-transferable and cannot be moved to another tenant, or to another year.
    The ‘Cooling Off Period’ must have passed, or the new tenant have paid their rent and moved into the accommodation before the original tenant is released from their contractual obligations under the tenancy agreement. If the new booking is cancelled by the replacement tenant during their 7 day Initial Cancellation Period, the existing tenant remains liable for the rent until another replacement tenant is found.
  • Cancelling after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’), AFTER Collecting Keys and/or Taking up Occupation

    • Cancelling after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’), AFTER Collecting Keys and/or Taking up Occupation

    If a tenant wishes to cancel the booking after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’) has passed, after collecting the keys and/or taking up occupation of the room, the tenant remains liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.

    Important: Homes for Students is under no obligation to enter into a Tenancy Agreement with any replacement tenant that is suggested by any existing tenant, or its representative or agent under this provision.
    Rooms that are re-let to a new tenant will be at the current market rate, and not necessarily at the rate the room was previously sold at    .

    While we will always do what we can to assist, it is not the obligation of Homes for Students or the landlord to find a replacement tenant to take over the tenancy.

    The tenant is responsible for ensuring the room is suitable to be re-let, and it must be in the same clean and lettable condition as it was when the tenant took occupation and that it is available for viewings to allow it to be re-let.

    If a suitable tenant is found and the room is re-let, we will refund the security deposit, less any appropriate charges, as well as a deduction of £50 for the variation of the contract. No £50 charge will be made for tenancies coming to an end after any applicable legal notice period that applies under current legislation and the deposit will be refunded. Please note, £20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks.

    The deposit paid is non-transferable and cannot be moved to another tenant, or to another year. The ‘Cooling Off Period’ must have passed, or the new tenant have paid their rent and moved into the accommodation before the original tenant is released from their contractual obligations under the tenancy agreement. If the new booking is cancelled by the replacement tenant during their 7 day Initial Cancellation Period, the existing tenant remains liable for the rent until another replacement tenant is found.
    Please note, if the tenant moves out early, before the tenancy has ended, they will not be able to claim back the deposit until the tenancy end date.
  • Republic Of Ireland Only – Cancellation Policy

    • Republic Of Ireland Only – Cancellation Policy

    As detailed in the Licence to Reside:
    Cancellation Prior to Commencement of Licence Agreement:
    If the booking is cancelled within 24 hours of signing the licence the Licensor agrees not to hold you liable for the full term of your contract, however the Deposit will not be refunded.
    Cancellation after confirmation.
    Where the Licence is cancelled or revoked after payment is receipted all monies will be forfeited.
  • No Place , No Pay:

    • No Place , No Pay:

    1st Year Applicants And 1st Year Postgraduate Student Only

    If you are a prospective first year Undergraduate or Postgraduate student and your offer of a place at your preferred University or Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University or Higher Education Institution because you do not achieve the required entry grades, you may be eligible to be released from
    this agreement.
    You must provide written evidence from the University that you do not have a place within 3 calendar days of your results being published (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner). We will release you from the contract without penalty and refund the deposit paid.
    You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year Undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different university because you have exceeded your expected grades.
    To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you must:
    send an email from the email account you booked with to: salesenquiries@wearehomesforstudents.com or to your property email address if already in residence confirming that you wish to cancel your booking, stating your full name, details of the property booked;
    send the written rejection letter from your chosen university/college or UCAS, a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved, or a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
    These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner) from the date your results are published.
    On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your agreement and process the refund of your deposit in full within 30 days.
    If you fail to provide the information within 3 days, you will remain liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.

    2nd  Year & Subsequent Year Students

    Important: Once the offer has been accepted and the security deposit paid, the booking is complete, and you have entered a legally binding contract.
    You should be certain that you understand the terms of this legally binding contract before accepting it.
    You can cancel your tenancy agreement for up to 7 calendar days after the date of the booking, which is known as the Initial Cancellation Period, or ‘Cooling Off Period’, by sending an email to salesenquiries@wearehomesforstudents.com or to your property email address if already in residence.
    Providing your booking is cancelled within this Initial Cancellation Period, we will refund your full security deposit.
    Please note, refunding the deposit after cancelling the booking may take a number of weeks depending on where it is up to in the process of securing it with the tenancy deposit scheme, and we cannot influence the speed of this refund.
    Outside of the Cooling Off Period, termination of your tenancy agreement will only be authorised if a suitable replacement tenant is found, if any applicable legal notice that applies under current legislation is issued, or if your place at your University or Higher Education Institute is withdrawn because you do not achieve the required grades to proceed into your next year.
    To apply to be released from this contract if you do not achieve the required grades and your place at university is withdrawn, you must:
    send an email from the email account you booked with to: salesenquiries@wearehomesforstudents.com or to your property email address if already in residence confirming that you wish to cancel your booking, stating your full name, details of the property booked;
    send a letter from your university/college which confirms that the required results were not achieved, and that your place has been withdrawn.
    These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days from the date you receive this confirmation.
    If this confirmation is not received until after your tenancy period has started, you will be liable for the rent from the start of the tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
    On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified, and provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your agreement and process the refund of your deposit in full within 30 days.
    If you fail to provide the information within 3 calendar days, your deposit will not be refunded, and you will remain liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
    The deposit paid is non-transferable and cannot be moved to another applicant, or another year.

     
  • No Visa, No Pay:

    • No Visa, No Pay:

    International Visa Applicants Only

    Before your tenancy period has commenced:
    Should you fail to be granted your Visa before the tenancy agreement has commenced, you must:
    send an email from the email account you booked with to: salesenquiries@wearehomesforstudents.com or to your property email address if already in residence confirming that you have failed to obtain the required Visa and that you wish to cancel the tenancy agreement, stating your full name, details of the property booked; and
    send the official notification of Visa failure that you have received from UK Visas & Immigration.
    These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days from the date you receive this notification, and MUST be received before 20th September for academic year bookings.
    If this confirmation is not received by this date and your tenancy period has started, you will be liable for the rent from the start of the tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
    Providing we receive the correct documentation in the stated time period, you will be released from the tenancy agreement and your deposit will be refunded.
    After your tenancy period has commenced:
    If your tenancy period has already commenced, and you have NOT collected your keys you will be held rent liable until a suitable replacement tenant is found.
    If your Visa is revoked after collecting the keys you must notify the property team immediately (within 48 hours of receiving official notification) by emailing salesenquiries@wearehomesforstudents.com or your property email address if in residence.
    You will be required to provide written or email confirmation that the Visa has been revoked by providing official documentation from UK Visas & Immigration, and a letter from the University confirming your release.
    You will be unable to remain at the property however will be held rent liable until a suitable replacement tenant is found, or until the end of any applicable legal notice period that applies under current legislation.

    CAN I CANCEL MY CONTRACT ONCE I HAVE MOVED INTO THE ACCOMMODATION?
    No, you cannot cancel your tenancy agreement once you have moved in, even if you have terminated your university/college course.
    You will need to move out of the accommodation as you will no longer be eligible to live in the student accommodation, but you will remain liable for the remaining rent charges for the entire duration of the tenancy agreement, until the end of any applicable legal notice period that applies under current legislation, or until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
    IMPORTANT: Homes for Students is under no obligation to enter into a Tenancy Agreement with any replacement tenant that is suggested by any existing tenant, or its representative or agent under this provision.
    Rooms that are re-let to a new tenant will be at the current market rate, and not necessarily at the rate the room was previously sold at.
    While we will always do what we can to assist, it is not the obligation of Homes for Students or the landlord to find a replacement tenant to take over the tenancy. The tenant is responsible for ensuring the room is suitable to be re-let, and it must be in the same clean and lettable condition as it was when the tenant took occupation and that it is available for viewings to allow it to be re-let.
    If a suitable tenant is found and the room is re-let, we will refund the security deposit, less any appropriate charges, as well as a deduction of £50 for the variation of the contract. No £50 charge will be made for tenancies coming to an end after any applicable legal notice period that applies under current legislation and the deposit will be refunded. Please note, £20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks.
    The deposit paid is non-transferable and cannot be moved to another tenant, or to another year.
    The ‘Cooling Off Period’ must have passed, or the new tenant have paid their rent and moved into the accommodation before the original tenant is released from their contractual obligations under the tenancy agreement. If the new booking is cancelled by the replacement tenant during their 7 day Initial Cancellation Period, you remain liable for the rent until another replacement tenant is found.
    Please note, if the tenant moves out early, before the tenancy has ended, they will not be able to claim back the deposit until the tenancy end date.
    Once we have accepted the replacement tenant, or the end of any legal notice period that applies under current legislation has passed, you must return the room key to the property office within 5 working days.
    You will need to confirm your contact details to the property team before moving out to ensure you can be notified.
     
  • Special Conditions

    • Special Conditions

    Medical:
    You can request to terminate your tenancy agreement if you have an existing medical condition that renders you medically unable to continue at university and this medical condition is recorded on your application prior to a room offer being made.
    You (or a legal guardian, or representative) must:
    send an email to: salesenquiries@wearehomesforstudents.com or to your property email address if already in residence confirming that you wish to cancel the tenancy agreement on medical grounds, stating your full name, details of the property booked;
    send medical proof (e.g. letter from doctor) with your request;
    send proof of withdrawal or deferral from the University.
    You will be liable for a minimum of 4 weeks’ rent or to the end of the current rent period, whichever is the longer. For the avoidance of doubt, a rent period is the full contract value up to the fixed end date divided into 3 equal instalments, regardless of the instalment option that was chosen by you at the outset.
    If you have a medical condition that is not recorded on your application, you will remain liable for the rent until the end of the fixed tenancy end date, or until a suitable replacement tenant is found and the room is re-let.

    Sensitive or Exceptional Special Conditions:
    You can submit a request in writing, or by email to salesenquiries@wearehomesforstudents.com or your property email address with supporting evidence (including medical information or supporting information from your place of study as appropriate), to the Special Conditions Panel for your case to be reviewed.
    The Panel will review your request and make consideration of your circumstances. Once the Panel has reached its decision, both you and your guarantor will be notified in writing. The Panel aims to confirm a decision within 10 working days* and is final.
    *This can sometimes take longer due to additional Landlord approval requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can somebody be my proxy for check-in?

If you have reserved a room, ID will be required at check-in and the key will be handed to you after signing the necessary documents.

What amenities will be provided in my room?

All necessary furniture like bed, desk, chair, wardrobe will be provided plus if applicable, basic kitchen appliances will also be included. Some of the additional information will be given when you make a booking.

Do I have to notify the recipient in advance for the check-in?

Yes, we would be glad if you could let us know what time you plan to arrive so that we can have your scheduled check-in ready for you.

What should I do if I am not sure of when I can check out?

Your check-out date is stated in your tenancy agreement, the tenancy deposit schedule, or in any other documents that you’ve signed in relation to the tenancy. You can also go ahead and call the front desk to confirm the information.

How to check out?

To check out, please inform the front desk, return your keys, and ensure your room is left in good condition. Any remaining balance should also be settled.

Do You Need a Guarantor?

Most landlords and letting agents require a UK-based guarantor. Without one, you may be asked to pay your full year's rent upfront. To help students navigate this, we've partnered with Housing Hand, which can provide a recognised certificate of rental guarantee, giving both you and your landlord peace of mind.

It's worth knowing that several of our student halls don't require a UK-based guarantor at all, allowing students to pay rent in convenient instalments instead. To find out which properties qualify and how to get started, reach out to our team. We're happy to guide you through the booking process from start to finish.

* Please note that additional charges apply for this service.

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4.8based on 5 reviews
  • Google Review

    A Wonderful Year at Silk Mill – Four Stars! I would rate my year-long stay at Silk Mill from September 2023 to August 2024 with four stars. Here’s why: 【Pros】 1. Convenient Location: Silk Mill is ideally situated near Lidl and Sainsbury’s, making shopping a breeze. There’s a pharmacy right across the street and easy access to bus routes 1, 34, and 35, which makes commuting to the university and city center very convenient. I also love its proximity to the canal, where I enjoyed many leisurely walks. 2. Spacious and Clean Common Areas: The common areas at Silk Mill are spacious and well-maintained. I have celebrated Spring Festival and Dragon Boat Festival at the coffee bar with friends. The study area is also a favorite of mine, where I’ve spent numerous hours writing essays, reading literature, and studying with friends. 3. Friendly Staff: The staff here are always warm and welcoming. I was particularly touched by the festive atmosphere during the Spring Festival; the entire apartment was thoughtfully decorated, making it feel like home. Additionally, the staff was incredibly helpful when I needed assistance with trash disposal while I was away on a trip. 【Personal Experience】 1. Studio on the Ground Floor: My ground floor studio came with a large fridge (perfect for stocking up!), a washer-dryer which is crucial for me, and a dishwasher that I used as storage for pots and pans! The bathroom is twice as big as those in typical apartments, and the wardrobe with a mirror is impressively large. 2. Room Orientation: My room faces the sun, so during summer, I had to keep the curtains drawn and use a fan to stay cool. Fortunately, the air conditioning in the common areas was always on, providing a nice escape from the heat. 【Cons and Suggestions】 1. Waste Management: There was a period when the garbage room was quite messy, which was a concern for all residents. 2. Breakfast Misrepresentation: Initially, the promise of a free breakfast attracted me, but it turned out to be just energy bars and cookies for the first few weeks. I would suggest not using this as a selling point anymore, as the amenities like the washer and dishwasher are attractive enough. 3. Maintenance Issues: Sometimes, the response time for in-apartment repairs and the maintenance of the communal printer could be improved. Living at Silk Mill truly felt like home, and I’ve made great friends here. Whenever I spoke to my parents, I would say “I’m home” rather than “I’m back at the apartment.” Thank you!

    Ashlyn

    Mar 15, 2026

  • Google Review

    I had a great experience at Silk Mill. The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly, especially Kieron, who went out of his way to help me with a chair issue quickly and professionally. The response was efficient, communication was clear, and the overall service felt very caring and student-focused. Really appreciate the support and would definitely recommend Silk Mill to others!

    yining liu

    Mar 15, 2026

  • Google Review

    Majid demonstrated highly efficient and professional work performance. He quickly identified and resolved the bathroom issue in my room, completing the repair smoothly and effectively. His technical skills and positive attitude made the entire process easy and stress-free. I truly appreciate his prompt assistance and excellent service. And Yimin is a very kind and warm-hearted reception. He promptly followed up on my issue, contacted the maintenance staff, and helped translate the problem clearly and accurately. His enthusiasm and professionalism made a big difference, and he was able to assist me with many issues efficiently. I truly appreciate her help and positive attitude！！！

    王子悦

    Mar 15, 2026

  • Google Review

    I am a resident here. I am very grateful to the staff here. They are all very friendly and helpful, and manage the apartment very well. Especially Kieron, he is very dedicated and kind-hearted. He is always there and willing to offer help. Having him in the apartment makes me feel very safe and happy 😊 btw Thanks soooooooo much for temporarily storing and transferring important items for me last week 谢谢🩷

    Jiaying Yu

    Mar 15, 2026

  • Google Review

    Clean and well-maintained apartment with a convenient location. The room is comfortable and management is responsive.

    李jeecer

    Mar 01, 2026

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