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All in all I’ve spent 3 full years here in a studio room and I can say ive had an amazing experience and I have met some great people. It’s very close to the university (5 min walk to the uni) and the housekeeping staff always keep the place clean. The reception team is very friendly and always willing to help and it’s managed by Aimar who always goes above and beyond for the students here.
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Most helpful review
All in all I’ve spent 3 full years here in a studio room and I can say ive had an amazing experience and I have met some great people. It’s very close to the university (5 min walk to the uni) and the housekeeping staff always keep the place clean. The reception team is very friendly and always willing to help and it’s managed by Aimar who always goes above and beyond for the students here.
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Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
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Internet / Wifi
Dorset House Information
| Telephone | 0300 303 8642 |
| Postcode | OX3 7FT |
| Price from | £215.00 per week for 25/26 (subject to availability) |
| Top tip | Dorset House is home to 313 Oxford Brookes students, made up of seven blocks all surrounding a landscaped garden. Visit the website to find out more! |
Room Types
Single Studios Classic Studio
Single Studios Classic Accessible Studio
Amenities
This property offers an outdoor social space, vending machines (snack food), common room & study room. Discover more!
Features
- Communal Kitchen
- Vending Machines
Internet Access
- WiFi
- WiFi In Communal Areas (All Free)
- WiFi In Room (All Free)
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
People/Staff
- Maintenance Team (24-hour on call)
- Onsite Concierge
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
- Secure Building Entry
Services
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Study Support
- Computer Lab
Transport
- Bike Storage
Travel Times
Dorset House has easy access to many shops, clubs, pubs & a 20-minute bus ride to the centre of Oxford.
Oxford Brookes University
Headington Campus10 mins2 mins5 mins0.6 mi
Harcourt Hill Campus1 hour 41 mins20 mins1 hour 3 mins6.5 mi
University of Oxford
Oxford36 mins6 mins18 mins2.1 mi
Dorset House Biography
Dorset House is only a five-minute walk from Oxford Brookes Headington Campus. Catch a twenty-minute bus ride to the centre of Oxford where you will find a great supply of food, drinks, and charity shopping.
There is a fantastic range of social spaces to enjoy, including a furnished common room with free pool, foosball tables, study desks, sofas, and a TV as well as an outdoor social area. For your convenience, there is a vending machine on-site and a study room. To ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible there is an onsite service team and maintenance support.
Dorset House offers a range of modern en-suite and studio rooms for 313 students, made up of seven blocks all clustered around a smartly landscaped garden. Choose to stay in an en-suite room with shared facilities or opt to stay in a studio.
Get in touch with the accommodation team to learn more!
All the Answers You Need About Student Accommodation
What tenancy length do I need?
Some students choose to stay during the academic year, whilst others – particularly international students – require a tenancy that covers the entire year. You can also find student accommodation that is available for one or two terms, classified as a “short stay” on our search filters.
Should I stay in catered student accommodation?
This is totally up to you! Catered accommodation means you will be served meals at set times in a dining hall, and you’ll likely have access to fewer kitchen facilities than if you were to stay in self-catered accommodation.
What is a guarantor and do I need one?
A guarantor is a person who signs a contract to agree to pay your rent if you are unable to. Most university accommodation requires a guarantor, and this applies to both domestic and international students.
Will I need to pay a deposit on student accommodation?
Most likely, yes, you’ll need to pay a deposit. This will be refunded at the end of your stay as long as there is no damage to the room or property.
What bills will my rent include?
If you are staying in university-run accommodation or private halls, your rent should include any utilities such as electricity, gas, water, and internet. Students are not required to pay council tax, however you may need to fill in an exemption form so make sure you check with your local council.
What is purpose-built student accommodation?
Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) are residential buildings designed for students. They are often located close to campus, boast modern facilities, include all bills, and often have staff on site to assist residents.
Will my student accommodation be furnished?
Student accommodation is typically fully furnished. Your room should include at least a bed, clothes storage, desk and chair. You’ll likely need to bring things such as bedding and kitchen utensils, but we have a full list here of everything you’ll need.
Read Dorset House Reviews
Never got any response to any of my emails to the reception/ my room was not clean when I moved in/ washing machines are disgusting
Definitely way too expensive for what it offers, could do a better job with cleaning too.
I have stayed in Dorset house this year and I will be rebooking for next year. It is a great location and the staff are very friendly. Shout out to Ranila, Abhay and Aimar
Thank you so much for your feedback we are so pleased you are bebooking :)
I have been staying here for 4 years and I am very happy with the room and the accommodation in general.
Thank you for your feedback we are so pleased you are happy and enjoying your stay with us
All in all I’ve spent 3 full years here in a studio room and I can say ive had an amazing experience and I have met some great people. It’s very close to the university (5 min walk to the uni) and the housekeeping staff always keep the place clean. The reception team is very friendly and always willing to help and it’s managed by Aimar who always goes above and beyond for the students here.
Thank you for your review, we are so pelased you had an amazing experience with us.
It took a months to change a light bulb in the bathroom. That was annoying me.
Dorset house has been a great place to stay and very convenient for me to get to university as it is a 10 minute walk. The people are friendly and the staff are great. I have stayed here for 3 years and by far the best staff has been Aimar. He always helps me out and works very to make sure everyone is happy.
Living in dorset this year has been a struggle. I have had so many maintenance issues it’s been a genuine nightmare. But since aimar started working he’s the only member of staff who has tried to help me and got my issues fixed.
I’ve really enjoyed my stay at Dorset house, I’ve made some great memories but my stay would not have been complete without Aimar. He is the best management by far and ALWAYS tries to find a solution for all of the students here. We are very grateful and hopefully Aimar will be here for the following semester.
It’s a very decent place to reside and it’s in a great accessible location
I stayed from end of april to end of june and the apartment was dirty. My room has not been even cleaned, it was just as the previous roommate left it, hopefully quite well but not clean
Overall great. However it wouldnt be a nice experience without a welcoming reception. Especially a staff member that goes by the name Aimar. He helped me very quickly and efficiently when I faced problems or had questions!
Only good thing is location. Complained about broken door to block numerous times and nothing done, found homeless people sleeping in hallway and still they won’t fix. People working reception are useless and cleaning is poor. Can’t wait to leave.
Nice accommodation but maintenance basically doesn’t exist.
Thank you foryour review and feedback we are sorry you felt this way about maitenance I will feed this back to our team.