The Meadows

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Which rooms are available?
Premium Single Ensuite
Premium Duo Suites (Double Occupancy)
Price per person (if fully occupied)
£141 per person, per week
Based on £282 total room price / 2 students
You are responsible for the full room cost.
Self- contained Apartment
Features of The Meadows
This property offers a social pavilion with a common room, shop & laundrette, maintenance support, management support, post room, internet access, all-inclusive energy bills, gym membership, 24-hour security, support services & contents insurance. Discover more!
Popular
- Common Room
Features
- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
- Onsite Grocery Store
Internet Access
- Broadband in Room (All Free)
- WiFi
Where is The Meadows located?
The Meadows is situated near the River Colne estuary & within walking distance to transport links, shops, supermarkets, nightlife hotspots & the city centre.
Postcode
CO4 3ZGTelephone
+44 (0)1206 874000Travel times
University of Essex
About The Meadows
Students staying at The Meadows can enjoy having everything they need on their doorstep. You never have to worry about being late for class as the main campus is only ten minutes away, while the Lecture Theatre Building and Albert Solomon Library are less than a thirty-minute walk. When you are not busy with class, you can stroll over to the gym and sports arena, River Colne or the city centre, or you can make use of the handy transport links and enjoy local shops, supermarkets and nightlife hotspots.
Residents can make new friends and get to know their neighbours by hanging out in the social pavilion equipped with a common. Here you will also have access to a laundrette and a shop. For a hassle-free stay, there is a post room, internet access and an all-inclusive energy bill and gym membership included in the rental price. To ensure you and your belongings are kept safe and secure, there is maintenance support, management support, contents insurance, 24-hour security and support services.
The Meadows offers comfortable flats and townhouses to choose from. Stay in a flat, and you'll have the option of sharing a bathroom or having your own ensuite. These flats boast shared kitchens, great for cooking up a storm with flatmates. Opt to stay in the townhouses and share a kitchen, dining area and bathroom with flatmates or should you prefer to have a little more privacy, you and a friend can stay in a duo suite. No matter what you choose, you can expect to find a comfortable bed, study area and storage space in your private bedroom.
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