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0.6 mi from nearest campus View map
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Perfect location for getting to York St. John University, super lovely rooms with plenty of storage for all my belongings and amazing facilities for use!

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By member8121505
On 22nd October 24
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Perfect location for getting to York St. John University, super lovely rooms with plenty of storage for all my belongings and amazing facilities for use!

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By member8121505
On 22nd October 24
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is it a friendly environment
By member9114465 On 7th September 24
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Can we have animals like a hamster
By member10109656 On 26th May 24
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How far is the bust stop to go to university of York? Do we get direct bus from there ?
By member792671 On 16th October 23
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When does the accommodation open for 2024 academic term?
By member1290862 On 7th September 23
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Weird question but is there a kettle and microwave in the shared kitchen? I couldn't see one on the virtual view
By member869114 On 22nd May 22
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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member12121946 On 25th October 24 verified Verified student

Lovely accommodation very close to the city centre.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member8121526 On 22nd October 24 verified Verified student

very good, clean and friendly and cosy

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Student Review: 3.9 /5
By Ooyyoonn On 22nd October 24 verified Verified student

The residence is very good. The rooms are well laid out, and the kitchens are quite large. Both the city center and the university are a 10-minute walk away.

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Student Review: 3.4 /5
By member8121506 On 22nd October 24 verified Verified student

Pretty good experience, it does however take a while to get through to building manager on certain issues and the office is in coal yard 2 which we dont have access to yet. This makes it more difficult to handle problems however overall when contact is made a response is very quick.

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member8121505 On 22nd October 24 verified Verified student

Perfect location for getting to York St. John University, super lovely rooms with plenty of storage for all my belongings and amazing facilities for use!

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member10121501 On 22nd October 24 verified Verified student

Honestly have nothing negative to say so far! I've enjoyed my stay and the staff here are lovely^^

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member10121500 On 22nd October 24 verified Verified student

Great place to stay. lovely accommodation and good size rooms

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Student Review: 2.1 /5
By member13120487 On 17th October 24 verified Verified student

False advertising, the social spaces advertised are not in the building and I was not told this before I paid and moved in. Cleaning services advertised do not seem to be provided. Washing is massively over charged and only 2 washing machines in the whole building. People in the accommodation have also found mould in the fridge and showers and dead silverfish on the floor. WiFi is poor at the best of times.

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Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member9119793 On 15th October 24 verified Verified student

Beautiful place to stay and the staff are friendly and helpful!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member6119789 On 15th October 24 verified Verified student

Great location! Great space and social space. John is a great handyman!

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Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member11119773 On 15th October 24 verified Verified student

Rooms here are nice and cosy, good wifi and cant complain

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1395867 On 30th November 23 verified Verified student

Solid accommodation, especially for first years

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member593327 On 24th October 23 verified Verified student

I've really enjoyed staying here for the past few weeks! Amy and John have been super helpful with making sure everyone is settled in okay. I feel very secure with the 24hr security as well as the gates. My room is lovely and the common spaces are really good, I would recommend staying here for first year :)

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member1291158 On 15th September 23 verified Verified student

accom feels really safe and secure, security and staff all really nice :)

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Student Review: 4 /5
By member1391157 On 15th September 23 verified Verified student

only few days in and made some good friends, close to town and feel safe

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member765532 On 20th January 22 verified Verified student

Great place would recommend. Hygiene and cleanliness were of a high standard and the staff were friendly and welcoming.

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 21st January 22
Student Review: 5 /5
By member465531 On 20th January 22 verified Verified student

I had such an amazing time in my first year at the Coalyard that I decided to rebook for a second year and I must say, It was just as good the second time around. Hygiene and cleanliness levels were of a high standard, staff were welcoming and friendly and the social areas were great. Overall a great experience and would most certainly recommend.

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 21st January 22
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member1264729 On 8th December 21 verified Verified student

Chose to stay here for a second year as it is so nice, safe and a great place to live plus the rooms are modern and comfortable. Management are lovely and very welcoming. Great internet and never had any issues with it!

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 8th December 21
Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member1064727 On 8th December 21 verified Verified student

Loved living here. Choose to stay here 2 years. Absolutely love Paul, he's amazing.

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 8th December 21
Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member958355 On 20th May 21 verified Verified student

Really good student accommodation. Very nice rooms and big modern kitchen space. Really nice location, close to the city centre, a very short walk to university and Swift fitness gym is close by.

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 21st May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member858354 On 20th May 21 verified Verified student

Really enjoyed my stay at the coal yard for my first year at York st John university. It is close Morrisons and the gym so super convenient and Also only a short walk to university and the town centre. the rooms are really clean and modern with nice big windows.

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 21st May 21
Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1357738 On 13th May 21 verified Verified student

Location is spot on, 10 minute walk to uni and a 5 minute walk into town. Sight manager and care taker are top class, both easy to talk to and get stuff done quickly when you need any help with anything.

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 13th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member1157718 On 13th May 21 verified Verified student

Paul and Charlie couldn’t be more sound, really enjoy living here, great rooms and great kitchens! 5 star

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 13th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member557717 On 13th May 21 verified Verified student

Sound as a pound, really really really good stuff, great scenery and characters for an enjoyable loving experience

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 13th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member657668 On 12th May 21 verified Verified student

This is hands down the nicest university accommodation in York , the value for money and distance to local amenities cannot be beaten. The staff are always at hand to help , no matter what the issue.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member457667 On 12th May 21 verified Verified student

Very comfortable, and helpful staff. Would highly recommend 😊

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 13th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member857662 On 12th May 21 verified Verified student

Amazing staff, modern facilities, great safety & amazing value for money!

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 13th May 21
Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member1057642 On 12th May 21 verified Verified student

Has a good time, met a lot of different people. I'd like to note that property management is indeed excellent and the manager is extremely friendly. The kitchen and bathroom appliances are tip-top, everything is fresh and refurbished.

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 12th May 21
Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member456266 On 15th April 21 verified Verified student

Really nice and modern accommodation. Just a 10 minute walk to the university, nice and friendly staff as well.

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 29th April 21
Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member656264 On 15th April 21 verified Verified student

Great modern accommodation in an amazing location with really helpful staff.

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 29th April 21
Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member1156263 On 15th April 21 verified Verified student

Great accommodation for a first year student. Friendly staff, great location. :)

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Reply from The Coal Yard (previous provider) On 29th April 21

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