Single Rooms - Band 3 Ensuite
38-40 Weeks
Tenancy Length
Flexible
Move in from
£238.00
From (Per week)
0.2 mi
from University of York - Campus West
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The best college in York if you don't want the noise of Derwent but still want a social college. Close to most buildings on campus and most people are very friendly. Definitely an easy college to socialise in. Only thing is that there need to be fewer people per kitchen, 12 is too much and it's never clean. Also charging £140 for an ensuite, self-catered is too expensive. All York accommodation is pricey though unless you have £105 accommodation which is a hole. York gets so many complaints about pricing with accommodation, so if you're paying for your own living costs consider this before coming to York. Also, the most expensive accommodation usually has the worst people (bratty and stuck-up) so beware!
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The best college in York if you don't want the noise of Derwent but still want a social college. Close to most buildings on campus and most people are very friendly. Definitely an easy college to socialise in. Only thing is that there need to be fewer people per kitchen, 12 is too much and it's never clean. Also charging £140 for an ensuite, self-catered is too expensive. All York accommodation is pricey though unless you have £105 accommodation which is a hole. York gets so many complaints about pricing with accommodation, so if you're paying for your own living costs consider this before coming to York. Also, the most expensive accommodation usually has the worst people (bratty and stuck-up) so beware!
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Vanbrugh College Information
| Price from | £148.00 per week (subject to availability) |
| Catering | Mixed |
| Postcode | YO10 5DD |
Room Types
Single Rooms - Band 1 Shared Bathroom
40 Weeks
Tenancy Length
Flexible
Move in from
£148.00
From (Per week)
Amenities
Popular
- Common Room
- Communal Events
Features
- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
- Meals
Internet Access
- WiFi In Room (All Free)
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
Recreational Facilities
- Communal Events
Services
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Study Support
- Computer Lab
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.
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It did the job but needs some modernisation. The location is pretty good
The best college in York if you don't want the noise of Derwent but still want a social college. Close to most buildings on campus and most people are very friendly. Definitely an easy college to socialise in. Only thing is that there need to be fewer people per kitchen, 12 is too much and it's never clean. Also charging £140 for an ensuite, self-catered is too expensive. All York accommodation is pricey though unless you have £105 accommodation which is a hole. York gets so many complaints about pricing with accommodation, so if you're paying for your own living costs consider this before coming to York. Also, the most expensive accommodation usually has the worst people (bratty and stuck-up) so beware!
The student accommodation is one of the best.
I live (and will be nex year in Donald Barron Court. Which along with Barbara Scott is dubbed ‘Vanbrugh Paradise’. And it is perfect. I’m 5 minutes from the library, 3 minutes from my department, 3 minutes from local Nisa, lovely and quiet, new building, large kitchen and ensuite rooms. Cleaners are lovely as long as you treat them nicely! Eric Milner (total opposite and where all the negative reviews are from)
Cleaning service is dreadful without cleaning but just by sanitazing the place.
Not social we all hated each other
My window was broken shut, room was tiny, bed frame was bent, freezing in winter and boiling in summer, no social/communal area except kitchen, college admin staff unhelpful, no sense of community, TERRIBLE food thief, lights failed regularly, corridor floors were dirty, etc etc. Only good thing was how close to centre of campus it was, 3 mins from my lectures
Halls range in price and en-suite are extremely overpriced. Cleaners expect you to do the majority of their work and give you notices if the kitchen isn't tidy. Location is very good on the whole - very near shops and lectures - but the common room isn't near en-suite halls and is also pretty sparse, literally just a few sofas and a pool table which you're expected to pay for.
I was In Donald Barron/Barbara Scott, still nice and modern and ensuite whilst being on campus (and closest to town!) and without the huge price tag and baron wasteland-ness of hes east
Not sure the other buildings could be rated so highly, but Barbara Scott Court has to be one of the best accommodation on campus!! Central location, large kitchens, cute ducklings congregating on the green- Shame the vending machine was so expensive!
Everything was great about my halls and I would redo 1st year at the drop of a hat just to be back in halls. Didn't have a great common room space but didn't matter too much.
Needed a lounge but really nice
I have a shared room in Eric Milner block b which is ridiculously huge, especially for the money, but the single rooms are much smaller.
Great people, good catering, clean accommodation
Really good if you get into "Vanbrugh Paradise" (ie. Barbara Scott/Donald Barron), but probably quite at lot worse if you end up in one of the old Vanbrugh blocks, so it' pretty diverse. But I was fortunate enough to be in the good bit so really can't complain, en suites are good too.
You are so central. It's perfect!
Block environment was great for socialising, but tiny kitchens and grotty "dining rooms" meant limited areas to hang out. We had rats, yet no compensation despite being locked locked out our kitchens for weeks. Also had quite a bad silverfish infestation, again no compensation. Bullying was rife, and poorly handled by college staff. One of the cheaper accommodations when taking into account catering, but was still well overpriced for the carby junk food and desperately awful blocks.