Collegiate Granary Studios, Chester
About the Property
Collegiate Granary Studios, located on Hunter St, Chester, CH1 2AR, United Kingdom, is a modern choice for students looking for student accommodation in Chester. The property offers studio accommodation. University of Chester is a 17-minute walk away, while University of Chester (Queen’s Park Campus) can be reached within a 21-minute walk, making Collegiate Granary Studios a convenient option for students who want to stay within easy reach of their university.
Chester is a historic city with a lively student community, combining its Roman heritage with a modern atmosphere. The city offers a mix of independent cafés, restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, while its compact layout makes many parts of the city easy to explore on foot. Students can spend their free time walking along the famous Chester city walls, exploring the historic city centre, or discovering the city’s varied food and entertainment scene. Chester is a fantastic location for international students, with a Walk Score of 87/100 and a Safety Index of 72.4/100 (2025). Properties around Chester Hunter Street offer modern studios and spacious studios, with facilities such as a laundry room and essentials just a short walk away. With its fantastic location, walkable streets, and student-friendly atmosphere, Chester is a convenient choice for students.
Features
Collegiate Granary Studios offers studio accommodation, with options ranging from a bronze studio to a deluxe studio. All studios include a private bathroom and a private kitchen, giving students their own comfortable and independent living space. Each room includes a bedroom, double bed, desk and study chair, bathroom, kitchen, fully fitted kitchen, personal fridge space, and private ensuite shower room. Some rooms have non-opening windows, which are supported by a ventilation system to maintain airflow and comfort. Every studio also comes with a smart TV.
Essential utilities are included in these student flats Chester, with wifi, electricity, heating, and water provided for residents. Collegiate Granary Studios also offers several shared facilities, including social spaces, a games room, and bike storage, giving students convenient places to relax, socialise, and store their bicycles.
For fitness and recreation, residents of these student houses Chester have the option to use the gym at Tudor Place and can enjoy a tennis table for recreational activities. Collegiate Granary Studios is also a short walk from the university, making it convenient for students travelling to campus. For everyday convenience, residents can use the on-site laundry to manage their washing without having to travel elsewhere.
Location and What's Hot?
Located in Chester, Collegiate Granary Studios places students close to universities, shops, restaurants, healthcare facilities, and entertainment venues. Students attending Cheshire College South Chester Campus, University of Law - Chester, and The Hammond School can benefit from the Collegiate Granary Studios’ central location and Chester’s convenient transport network.
Sainsbury's Local and Tesco Express can be found within walking distance, perfect for the little day-to-day shopping. Superdrug Pharmacy and Well Pharmacy are great places for getting medicines and personal care items. If the students want to see and taste food on a bigger scale, Chester is the city, with Big Lola's Taqueria, Thai By Thai And Poon Poon, and The Fresh Pasta Kitchen as some of the more local restaurants, serving various cuisines for dinner, meals, and dining out.
Healthcare services are also within reach, including Regent Street Clinic Chester, and City Walls Medical Centre. Chester Town Hall Police Station provides access to essential public services. When students want to shop or explore, Coachworks Arcade Chester, Chester City Centre, and Eastgate Square Shopping Centre offer a mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options.
Beyond shopping and dining, Chester’s historic surroundings provide plenty to explore. Students can walk along the city’s Roman walls, visit historic landmarks, or spend time discovering independent businesses across the city centre.
Commute
Students at Collegiate Granary Studios have several public transport options nearby. Foregate Street (Stop AA) is around a 10-minute walk away. Foregate Street (Stop BB) is an 11-minute walk away. For rail travel, Bache Station is around an 8-minute drive away, while Chester Train Station is approximately a 21-minute walk away. Students can also use Chester’s local bus network and cycling routes to travel around the city.
Distance
They are in a fantastic location for the city and universities:
University of Chester, Parkgate Road Campus
12 Minutes' Walk
University of Chester, Kingsway Campus
17 Minutes' by Bus
Chester Train Station
16 Minutes' Walk
Grosvenor Shopping Centre
8 Minutes' Walk
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Room Types (4)
Studio
Gold Studio
Deluxe Studio
House Rules
Payment and Fees
Booking Deposit
£100 Reservation Rent required at booking Fully refundable if cancelled within the 3-day cooling-off period Retained if cancellation occurs after 3 days Adjusted against the first rent payment after the tenancy agreement is signed
Mode Of Payment
Payments can be made via: Online portal (card payments) Bank transfer (via portal details) Bank transfers: Must be arranged in advance due to longer processing time
Pay In Instalment
Available options: 1 instalment (full payment) 4 instalments For 4-instalment plan: Must pay 4 weeks’ rent 10 days before the tenancy start date Second instalment due at the end of September (aligned with student loans/grants) Instalment plans designed for students relying on loans or grants Students paying in instalments without a UK guarantor must pay a 5% upfront fee on the total accommodation fees. Note: Instalments are not available if the student books a tenancy agreement of less than 27 weeks.
Guarantor Requirement
A UK guarantor is required for the standard instalment payment plan. The guarantor must: Resident of the UK (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland) Recognised as a UK tax resident (HMRC) Must have a fixed address Must provide: Proof of address (utility bill within last 3 months or council tax bill) Photo ID Must be over 25 years old If no UK guarantor: Students without a UK guarantor can still book accommodation by choosing one of the following options: Pay in Full Upfront: Pay the full accommodation fees upfront without requiring a guarantor. Pay in Instalments: Pay in instalments by paying a 5% upfront fee on the total accommodation fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
What documents do I need to check in?
• Paid your deposit
• Signed your tenancy agreement
• Paid your first rental instalment (or full rent if applicable). Please be aware, no keys will be issued to you if rent has not been paid
• Provided 1x photo ID and 1x proof of address for yourself (and your guarantor if applicable)
• Provided 1x proof of Visa if required
• Provided 2x passport photos and 1x proof of student status
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