The year I stayed at Ernest Place was very enjoyable. The team of staff were very diligent and responsible, they helped me receive packages, print documents and provide me with necessary services. The maintenance staff ensured that the equipment in the apartment was in good condition. The apartment facilities are complete, including a movie room, study room, gym, party room, etc. And these are all free, the experience is very good. The apartment often holds various activities, which enriches my life. Although the apartment is a bit far from the business school, the apartment provides a free bus card, which allows me to take all Arrival company buses in Durham for free. There are many large supermarkets and restaurants around the apartment, including Tesco, and they are all very close, which makes my life very convenient. I sincerely recommend Ernest Place to everyone, the value for money price will definitely not disappoint you.
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| Ernest Place | #2 |
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| Houghall Court | #4 |
| Chapel Heights | #5 |
| Rushford Court | #6 |
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The year I stayed at Ernest Place was very enjoyable. The team of staff were very diligent and responsible, they helped me receive packages, print documents and provide me with necessary services. The maintenance staff ensured that the equipment in the apartment was in good condition. The apartment facilities are complete, including a movie room, study room, gym, party room, etc. And these are all free, the experience is very good. The apartment often holds various activities, which enriches my life. Although the apartment is a bit far from the business school, the apartment provides a free bus card, which allows me to take all Arrival company buses in Durham for free. There are many large supermarkets and restaurants around the apartment, including Tesco, and they are all very close, which makes my life very convenient. I sincerely recommend Ernest Place to everyone, the value for money price will definitely not disappoint you.
Ernest Place Information
| Telephone | 0800 652 7844 |
| Postcode | DH1 2GY |
| Features | Short distance from Durham University. On-site gym & fitness studio, sauna, sky lounge, rooftop terrace, cinema room, two dinner party rooms, outdoor area, on-site maintenance, laundry room, communal TV, study area, parking (additional charge), CCTV, fob entry system, utilities, bike storage, contents insurance & WiFi. |
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Ernest Place Biography
Looking for a luxury student living experience? Look no further than Ernest Place, the sleek and sophisticated student accommodation in the heart of Durham. The building offers a large range of exciting amenities and is only a short distance from Durham University and the city centre, which offers a variety of entertainment options.
When it comes to unwinding between your studies, this residence offers a host of options. There’s a state-of-the-art on-site gym, fitness studio, sauna, cinema room and two private dinner party rooms. If you enjoy being outside, you can take advantage of the rooftop terrace and the glass encompassed sky lounge or you can simply relax in the outdoor area. Some of the more practical amenities include high-speed WiFi, on-site parking (additional charge), bike storage, laundry room, study area, contents insurance, on-site maintenance, fob entry system and CCTV.
Ernest Place offers ensuite rooms within a five to six-bedroom flat, as well as three types of studio apartments, ranging in size and luxury. Each option comes fully furnished and kitted out with all the essentials needed for a comfortable and happy stay at your new home away from home.
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Thank your question regarding the bed size, all the rooms have ¾ beds except the luxury studio which has a full double. If you need anything further then please contact the team on 0800 6527844 or email enquiries@mansionstudent.co.uk. Many thanks the Mansion student team.
Thank you for your interest in staying at Ernest Place next year. With it's fantastic amenities and facilities including a roof top terrace, state of the art gym, cinema room and private dining room, its the perfect choice if you're planning on studying at either Durham Univeristy or New College Durham.
If you're interested in our range of ensuite rooms or studio apartments then please contact us on 0800 652 7844 or send an email to enquiries@mansionstudent.co.uk and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
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Unmatched accommodation in terms of quality and standard.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, we're delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. We hope that your studies are going well and wish you all the best in your future career. Many thanks The Mansion Student team.
The year I stayed at Ernest Place was very enjoyable. The team of staff were very diligent and responsible, they helped me receive packages, print documents and provide me with necessary services. The maintenance staff ensured that the equipment in the apartment was in good condition. The apartment facilities are complete, including a movie room, study room, gym, party room, etc. And these are all free, the experience is very good. The apartment often holds various activities, which enriches my life. Although the apartment is a bit far from the business school, the apartment provides a free bus card, which allows me to take all Arrival company buses in Durham for free. There are many large supermarkets and restaurants around the apartment, including Tesco, and they are all very close, which makes my life very convenient. I sincerely recommend Ernest Place to everyone, the value for money price will definitely not disappoint you.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your fantastic 5* review. We’re delighted that you have enjoyed your stay with us at Ernest Place and we'll pass your kind comments on to the site team. We hope that your studies are going well and wish you all the best for the future. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
Fantastic student accommodation conveniently located next to the retail park. Accommodation provide a bus card for easy access into city centre. The staff are all very friendly and extremely helpful.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, we’re delighted that are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place and using the fantastic facilities on site. Thank you for your kind comments regarding the onsite hospitality team, we’ll pass them on to the team. We wish you all the best in the rest of your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
This is my first year as a residence at Ernest Place and I’ve been very lovely. All the staff and everyone here is accommodating and very lovely! The facilities are also excellent :)
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review, we’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. We will pass on our comments to the team. We hope that your studies are going well 😊 Many thanks the Mansion Student team
I like this place because it offers good facilities and atmosphere. In addition, the location is very nice because it next to several shopping malls. And the reception Joanna and Michaela are friendly and helpful.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, we’re delighted that are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place and using the fantastic facilities on site. Thank you for your kind comments regarding the onsite hospitality team, we’ll pass them on to the team. We wish you all the best in the rest of your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
Beautiful dormitory. Lovely staff. The main issue is frequent unserious fire alarms that make it harder to take seriously when important. Bike theft is concerning. On one occasion, I left my laundry whilst I went out, and when I came back, it was moved. They should implement more obvious signs that state not to touch other people's laundry. Lastly, it's disappointing that they cannot hold food deliveries for you if you have lectures or are away. As an individual with a special diet, the majority of my food is bought online; it's a shame that I have to look elsewhere and consequently pay more to meet their guidelines of acceptable packages.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, we’re delighted that you’re enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. The safety and wellbeing of our residents is of paramount importance to us, so we carry out regular fire alarm checks. Please contact the hospitality team directly if you have any concerns or issues on 0800 652 7844 or email enquries@mansionstudent.co.uk. We hope that your studies are going well and wish you all the best in your future career. Many thanks the Mansion student team.
Very very pleased to live at here! Ernest place is the best accommodation for a student!
Thank you so much for leaving your 5* review! 😊 We’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. Offering a fantastic range of accommodation and amenities together with a safe and secure environment Ernest Place offers that sophisticated style just a short distance from the city and university. We wish you all the very best in your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
It’s a good place to live. The common area is always clean and tidy. The stuffs are nice.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your 5* review, we’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. We hope that your studies are going well and wish you the best in your future career. Many thanks The Mansion student team
I have lived here for 2 years and can not complain. Flats are amazing and staff are great. Deal with complains really quickly. Social spaces are amazing and facilities like study room and dining rooms are really good to have for dinner parties or study sessions.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review!! We’re delighted that you’ve enjoyed your stay with us over the past couple of years enjoying the fantastic amenities on site. We hope that your studies are going well and wish you all the best for the future. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
This is a very lovely place. The staff are very kind and they can make quick responses to your request. Facilities are excellent. There are cinema, dining room, vending machines, gym, laundry room and so on. You can have party with your friends on the common areas. Also, Ernest Place give free arriva bus card and it only takes five minutes to get to the bus stop. Tesco, Lidl, Aldi, McDonald’s and many shops are nearby. Quite convenient!
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, we’re delighted that are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place and using the fantastic facilities on site. Thank you for your kind comments regarding the onsite hospitality team, we’ll pass them on to the team. We wish you all the best in the rest of your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
It is a great place to live. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Tesco extra is very close to the flat which is a great convenience. The only downside is that it is far from the university, but the free bus pass given to us solved this problem very well. All in all it is a great experience to live here!
We’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us and thank you for leaving your kind comments. Ernest Place really does offer everything – amenities, location, together with a range of accommodation options. The onsite team go out of their way to offer you the best student expereince from a programme of onsite events to support and advice over a friendly chat. We hope that your studies are going well and wish you all the best in your studies. Many thanks the Mansion student team
It’s a really good place to live with great hospitality staff. My favourite things are: - that there are shops like tesco right across the road, with Aldi, Lidl, TK max and more nearby - that we get an arriva bus pass included to help get to campus/into town - that there’s a dishwasher in my flat (couldn’t live without it now honestly) - the TV in my room! :D Really it’s clear that extra effort is made here to make students comfortable. And this year it stayed relatively affordable despite rises in other buildings - I currently pay £130 pw whilst in similar accommodations an en-suite would be at least £155 or so now. All in all a good experience so far, especially as a final year student who doesn’t mind a teeny bit of distance from the university bubble. Less FOMO that way XD.
We’re so pleased that you have enjoyed your stay with us at Ernest Place and thank you so much for leaving your fantastic review! Location, amenities, all bills included – Ernest Place offers so much! We hope that you enjoy your final year and that your exams go well. All the best the Mansion Student team.
It is simple: Ernest Place is AMAZING!!! I have lived here now for nearly two years and loved every second spent here. The staff are amazing and always there for a chat, support or even a friendly smile. The social experience has been amazing, I originally signed a contract not knowing anyone but I have now made friends for life. I have made so many memories here and will be sad to leave when I graduate this summer. I would definitely recommend it and I can promise you will not regret the decision to live here. You have Starbucks which we all need as students at your doorstep, plus Tesco extra, Lidl and Aldi. Which is not as easy to access if you lived in the city centre. If you like running or walking there is a beautiful countryside walk nearby which leads you to the city centre. You may even see some animals on the way. The accommodation also comes with free access to a sauna, cinema room, dining rooms and gym, so you really do get your money's worth. Would not change a thing!
Thank you so much for your lovely comments and taking the time to leave your review. We’ve loved having you stay with us for the past 2 years and we’re delighted that you’ve made so many memories during your time with us. We wish you the best in your final exams and all the very best in your future career. Many thanks the Mansion Student team 😊
Ernest has been an easy ride and a wonderful place to reside through college. The amenities are akin to a 5 star hotel with lovely receptionist who are always eager to help. Worth the price
We really appreciate you taking the time to leave your 5* review! We’re so pleased that you’re enjoying your stay with us this year and you’ve had the opportunity to use the fantastic onsite amenities. We hope that you had the chance to attend the events giving you’re the opportunity to meet fellow residents. We wish you all the best in your chosen career and your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
Ernest Place is hands down one of the coolest student accommodation spots in Durham! The rooms have a premium feel and are packed with all sorts of amenities. The living spaces are designed to provide ample room for day-to-day activities, including a dining area, a kitchen space, and a study area. Students with extensive tech equipment will appreciate the abundance of electrical sockets available throughout the rooms. And when you need a break from your room, there are plenty of awesome communal spaces, which offer more space for students to relax or study. Plus, you'll love how everything you need is right on your doorstep - Tesco, TK Maxx, Boots, and a bunch of fast food joints are all within a quick two-minute walk. The staff there are super friendly and super helpful. If you need anything, they are always on hand to give you a hand. With their support, you'll be able to really focus on your studies and not worry about a thing.
We’re delighted that you have enjoyed your stay with us and for leaving your kind words. Ernest Place really does offer everything – amenities, location, together with a range of accommodation options. The onsite team really do go out of their way to offer you the support together with the best student experience throughout your stay with us. We hope that your studies are going well and we’ve loved having you stay with us! Many thanks the Mansion student team.
I would certainly recommend living in Ernest Place. Firstly, there are excellent amenities: a sauna (I mean which other student accommodation can you find with one, some £££+ spas don’t even have them), a well equipped gym, dining rooms (With fully equipped kitchens for all your come dine with me dreams), the sky lounge, in addition to the rooftop Terrance that conjoins it, operates as both a communal space and a study space (+ a lovely area to soak up some sunshine on the few days a year that there is some), also there’s a Pool table, Vending machine and Cinema room (what more could students really ask for) The rooms are furnished with a modem aesthetic, Including: TVs, Microwave oven, and Excellent heating systems. Additionally having the Bills included makes a massive difference in contrast to sharing a house, (saves you the stress of getting extortionate bills). Lastly, the proximity to all shops and an excellent hospitality team makes Ernest stand out even more as a great accom
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your fantastic review! We’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us and using the fantastic amenities on site which are all included in the price!! We’ll pass on your lovely comments to the on site team who will be pleased that they have been able to offer you the best student experience. All the very best in your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team. 😊
I have lived at Ernest Place for the past two years and my experience so far has been nothing short of wonderful. The management team are super friendly, if you have any issues they are really helpful in addressing them. The location is a little far from the university, but the free bus pass you get means that it's fairly easy to get into town, plus its proximity to a Tesco Extra, Aldi, and Lidl makes it really convenient for buying food. The management team at Ernest arrange social / wellbeing events throughout the year, and there are so many great social spaces that you can book such as the cinema room and dining rooms. The spaces are kept really nice and clean and the room layouts are really well designed! Plenty of storage and TVs as standard make Ernest feel like a luxury hotel while still being homely. Cannot recommend Ernest enough!
We’re delighted that you’ve stayed with us at Ernest Place for the past 2 years and it’s nice to hear some lovely comments about the team and the fantastic amenities. It’s great to hear that you enjoy attending the different events we schedule throughout the year giving you the opportunity to meet fellow residents. Thank you so much for recommending Ernest Place!! We wish you all the best in your future career and we’ve loved having you stay with us! Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
I would certainly recommend living in Ernest Place; personally, I had great time living here for two years! The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful, everything is running smooth and organised: it is the most convenient place to live of all Durham student accommodations. There’s a wide range of amenities on the property: gym, sauna, cinema room, plenty of open social spaces as well as private rooms available upon request, such as dinner rooms with fully equipped kitchen, a large table, and a TV. The entire facility is new, modern, and beautifully designed. During the year, several opportunities are organised with free snacks and drinks for residents to meet each other. It is a 25min walk from city centre, however, you receive a free bus pass for the duration of your tenancy, there is a massive Tesco right outside the accommodation (open until midnight 6/7 days a week), and the neighbourhood is quiet at nights (in comparison to clubs and student parties in city centre).
Thank you for your fantastic 5* review, we’re delighted that you’re enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. It really does have everything from a great on-site team, fantastic amenities combined with an ideal location – you’ve covered it all!! 😊 All the best in your studies for the remainder of the year! Many thanks the Mansion student team.
The team at Ernest have been nothing but amazing.
Thank you for your fantastic 5* review, the team really are amazing!! 😊 We wish you all the best in your studies and future career! Many thanks the Mansion Sudent team.
Ernest place has a lot of space and great amenities. The reception throughout the day is great also.
We’re delighted that you’re enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place and that you’ve taken the time to leave such kind words. We hope that you continue to enjoy your stay with us, using the fantastic amenities and attending the planned social events. We wish you all the best in your studies. Many thanks the Mansion student team.
A very nice place to be living in
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your fantastic 5* review!!! Many thanks the Mansion student team.
I have had an amazing time at Ernest Place. The location is ideal, and the staff are super friendly and helpful!
Thank you for your 5* review and for taking the time to leave such kind words about your experience staying with us at Ernest Place. We wish you all the best in your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
Not only is this an amazing accommodation with great facilities, everyone including the staff here are amazing and really make the experience. We have pancake days, Easter egg hunts and accommodation parties! Couldn't recommend more!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your 5* review. We’ll pass on your comments to the onsite team who will be delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. The on site team really do go out of their way to offer you the best experience, from on site events to just being there for a chat or advice. We wish you all the best in your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
I loved living here. It is not that far away from my department of study. The overall experience is great, especially the value for the place is cheaper than any other place in main town. I loved living here and will miss this place next year😭
Thank you so much for leaving your fantastic review. We’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place adding to your overall student experience. We wish you all the best in your studies. Many thanks the Mansion student team
I’ve been living at Ernest Place for two years now and have absolutely no regrets. The accommodation feels like a luxury hotel with extremely friendly staff at the reception (joanna & michaela) and numerous high quality amenities and social spaces. The studio I live in has 4 induction hobs which are comparatively stronger than other accommodations which is a plus point. The room has ample living space and the interior design is modern and cosy. Location wise, it’s only a 5 minute bus ride from the city centre and a free bus pass is provided; also, there’s a tesco extra just outside the accommodation which makes life extremely convenient. To conclude, I am extremely satisfied with my stay at ernest place and I could not recommend this place enough to other students!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely 5*review. We’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us, we’ll pass on your comments to the hospitality team who will be delighted. 😊 All the best in your studies, Many thanks the Mansion student team.
I have lived in Ernest Place for the past 2 years and I couldn’t have asked for a better accommodation. Despite being a distance from the university, the convenience of being close to the large supermarkets and the provision of a bus pass negates this inconvenience. The staff at Ernest Place are lovely and friendly, and the facilities available there are very good! The staff also put on social events and giveaway free things on special occasions: for example: pancake making on pancake day, a free breakfast morning, welcome party at the start of the year. I stayed in an en-suite room with a shared kitchen. They are both a good size, with lots of storage space. The bathrooms are small but it’s enough space for one person. The rooms aren’t very soundproof, but the walls aren’t that thin either. Overall, the accommodation quality is very good!
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review on Ernest Place. We’re so happy that you are enjoying your stay with us. The onsite hospitality team aim to provide a home from home feel, putting on events throughout the year to make you feel welcome and to get to know your fellow residents. Ernest Place offers a sophisticated style and sleek social areas providing the perfect place to meet friends, enjoy a coffee or catch up with friends in the evening. We hope that your studies go well for your next year and wish you all the best in the future. Many thanks Mansion student team
Really good for location. It has Tesco Extra lidl aldi pizza hunt and boots McDonald’s KFC around.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review of Ernest Place, we’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us so much and it's great location! We wish you all the best in your future studies and career. Many thanks Mansion student team
Amazing staff and accomodation, great location in terms of shops. Can be a little far walk to the uni, however there are a free bus pass scheme! Great value for money I couldn't recommend it more
We appreciate you taking the time to leave your great review and recommending Ernest Place to fellow students. Ernest Place does offer everything to make your student experience that extra special, particularly the site team who are always on hand to offer support and advice. All the best in your studies, the Mansion Student team.
I’d just like to say that after living at Ernest place this year, I have had such a wonderful experience that I have rebooked for next year. The social spaces are gorgeous, everywhere is clean, it is in a great location for food shopping etc. The regular checks on fire alarms/cleaning of shower heads and now the implementation of cleaning kitchens is all an added bonus to this incredible accommodation. I cannot thank Joanna and Michaela for such amazing property management. They are so kind and friendly, and always happy to help. I’d go as far as to say that Ernest Place is one of the nicest accommodations in Durham for the price as this is by far the best value for money. Everything is top notch! Well Done Mansion Student team!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your fantastic review. We’re delighted that you have enjoyed your stay with us at Ernest Place and that you have rebooked for next year. We’ll pass on your comments to the team who really do go above and beyond to offer you the best possible student experience. We wish you all the best in your studies and hope that you continue to enjoy your stay with us at Ernest place next year. Many thanks The Mansion student team.
I loved my time at Ernest Place over the course of two years. The rooms are really comfy and spacious and there’s a lot of facilities which are well kept. The Hospitality Wardens and Staff are really cheerful and helpful and are quick in responding to maintenance issues, enquiries and other requests. It’s also in a quiet area where all the amenities are within a 5 minute walk. It is a bit far from the university, but they offer a bus pass which takes you across the city, which is helpful. Would definitely recommend!
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review and for recommending Ernest Place. It has so much to offer, gym, sauna, social areas and with everything is included in the price, there are no extra costs. We hope that you’ve had the chance to attend the events which the team have put on over the past 2 years giving you’re the opportunity to meet new friends. We hope that your studies are going well and wish you the best in your chosen career. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
Super nice place to live in, but a bit far away from Uni and the city center.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review, we’re delighted that you're enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. With fantastic amenities, on site hospitality and maintenance teams then Ernest Place offers everything – even a free bus pass!! 😊 We wish you all the best in your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
Ernest Place offers a really wonderful place to stay as a Post-grad student and I have been very happy there. The facilities are top notch and I have enjoyed living in a tidy, clean, warm space with the chance to connect with fellow students. The dining room spaces have provided the opportunity to share meals together in larger groups for birthday parties and other celebrations which has been a lot of fun. Living in a studio apartment has been a real blessing, offering a space to retreat to after a long day of studying that is quiet and relaxing. The staff are really friendly and very helpful. Having so many shops nearby makes buying everyday essentials easy and there are several bus stops close to the accommodation that allow you to get to the library within half and hour. A bus pass is also included in the package. In comparison to other accommodation options, Ernest Place is seen as far out in Durham terms, however, the quality of accommodation makes up for this.
We’re delighted that you're enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place, and thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review. Ernest place offers so many on site amenities and facilities all within a sophisticated and luxury atmosphere. We’re delighted that you have had the opportunity to meet up with friends in the dining room and use the sky lounge and roof top terrace to attend our programme of events. We hope that your postgraduate studies are going well and wish you the best in your chosen career path. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
It's a lovely place and stuffs here are very kind and helpful. I have a great time living here.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review of Ernest Place, we’re delighted that you have enjoyed your stay with us so much. We wish you all the best in your future studies and career. Many thanks Mansion student team
Other than being a little out of the way Ernest Place is an ideal spot to live. The staff’s friendly demeanor and commitment to providing the best experience possible separates Ernest Place from other accommodation options.
We appreciate you taking the time to leave your excellent review for Ernest Place. The hospitality team on site really do go above and beyond to provide you with the best student experience running a programme of events throughout the year from welcome parties to pancake making, helping you to settle in. We’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place and wish you all the best in your studies. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
I have loved my time at Ernest Place! Even though it is slightly far out the bus pass makes it very easy to get into town quickly, I could get to the science campus in 20 minutes. The staff at Ernest Place are truly exceptional, the events they put on were so fun and created a real sense of community and any issues we had were resolved quickly. Having on site maintenance is amazing, things were fixed same day. The social spaces were great and meant I didn’t have to go to the uni study spaces as the sky lounge was perfect! The rooms are very modern with lots of storage space (I had more then enough!). I would definitely recommend Ernest Place.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review, we’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us. Our on-site team really do want you to have the best student experience and with its sophisticated style and fantastic amenities you couldn’t ask for more. We hope that your studies are going well and wish you the very best in your future career. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
Stayed here over the course of my 1 year in Durham and don't regret it! Lovely studio accommodation, with a GREAT staff who are so helpful and kind - thanks Joanna & Michaela - giving out free goodies too, maintenance always very prompt, lots of cool social spaces, a free bus pass, and of course the big Tesco right across the street! Location is a bit far from the centre, but is doable with the bus. I honestly miss Ernest Place - it was just a comfortable experience all-around!
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review on Ernest Place. We’re so happy that you enjoyed your stay with us in your first year at university. The onsite hospitality team aim to provide a home from home feel, putting on events throughout the year to make you feel welcome and to get to know your fellow residents - from smoothie bars to welcome parties and charity cake/coffee mornings. Ernest Place offers a sophisticated style and sleek social areas which I hope that you took advantage of - the perfect place to meet friends, enjoy a coffee or catch up with friends in the evening. We hope that your studies go well for your next year and wish you all the best in the future. Many thanks Mansion student team
It was a really lovely stay at Ernest. Although the location is a bit far from the city center, life is even better with all the malls around (within 5 mins walking distance), the modern room design and the free bus card provided by Ernest. Definitely my first choice if I choose to stay in student flats again.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review. We’re delighted that you’ve enjoyed your stay with us at Ernest Place. We hope that you took advantage of all the amenities on site ncluding the sly lounge, roof top terrace, gym and sauna and had the opportunity to attend many of the events hosted by the onsite hospitality team. We wish you all the very best for the future in your chosen career. Many thanks The Mansion student team
Ive really enjoyed my time at earnest Michaela and Joanna do their best to provide quality living for all residents including events and parties! Although it’s abit far from the university it’s not the end of the world, can be there within an hour if you get public transport which a card for free transport was provided! I rebooked to live here and plan to finish my studies at earnest. My friends who don’t live here wish they had booked here instead. Meeting people and getting out and about is key! But I recommend highly !
Thank you so much for leaving your fantastic review. We’re delighted that you are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place and that our onsite hospitality team have made you feel so welcome. Ernest place offers so many on site amenities and facilities all within a sophisticated and luxury atmosphere – so there’s no need to spend that extra on gym memberships. The sky lounge and roof top terrace is the perfect venue for our onsite events, and I hope that you have also taken the opportunity to use the onsite gym, fitness suite, sauna, or meet up with friends in the dedicated dining area. We hope that your studies are going well and wish you the best in your chose career path. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
loved staying in Ernest place, staff are friendly and helpful and the place is continent with a gym, study spaces, laundry and more. right next to you is a tesco extra, aldi, lidl, iceland and more. it’s a bit far from the uni campus with a 30-40 minute walk but there are buses to take you, and you get given a buss pass when you move in.
Thank you for leaving your great review on Ernest place – we’re delighted that you’re enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. Our on-site team really do want you to have the best student experience and with its sophisticated style and fantastic amenities you couldn’t ask for more. We hope that you have taken the opportunity to use all the fantastic facilities and attend the onsite events in the sky lounge – it really does provide you with the opportunity to meet new friends. We hope that your studies are going well. Many thanks the Mansion Student team
Amazing place to stay. super close to the tesco extra. sooo convenient! love the hospitality team!
Thank you for taking the time to leave your 5* review, we’re so pleased that you are enjoying your stay with us at Ernest Place. The onsite hospitality team – Michaela and Louisa are delighted to provide you with a home from home experience and we’re so pleased that they have made your stay with us even more special. Ernest Place has so much to offer and everything is included in the price, meaning there are no extra costs for gym memberships. We hope that you’ve had chance to attend the events which the team have put on in the sky lounge giving you the chance to make lifelong friends. I hope that your studies are going well and wish you the best in your chosen career. Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
Really love this accommodation. I live in a studio apartment and it’s spacious, modern and beautifully designed. The facilities are really good and having a gym on site is really convenient. The social spaces are cleaned frequently and thoroughly, and the hospitality team have been absolutely amazing. They have resolved any maintenance issues I’ve had super quickly, and they are generally lovely to interact with. Location wise, having Tesco and the retail park so close by has been ideal, though it is a distance away from the centre of Town and the library etc. That being said, there are frequent buses into town and plenty of social spaces which you can study in so it really isn’t an issue. In terms of the socialising aspect, I have found it a little harder to create a network of friends here, but that may partially be due to living in a studio by myself and not sharing a kitchen space with other students. Overall this is a really lovely place to live and I highly recommend it
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review of Ernest Place, we’re delighted that you have enjoyed your stay with us so much. We wish you all the best in your future studies and career. Many thanks Mansion student team
I’ve loved my stay at Ernest. The staff are very friendly and always happy to help you. The rooms and communal areas are really modern and spacious. Communal areas are always clean and there’s always space to study or hang out. There is access to a gym, sauna, study rooms, dining rooms and cinema room included and they’re never too busy. Right next door there’s a big Tesco, Lidl, aldi, Iceland, home n bargains, barbers, cafe, tk max, loads of shops. Despite that it’s a very quiet area. Getting to the centre takes 15min by bus and around 30-40min to campus.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic review, we’re delighted that you have enjoyed your stay with us at Ernest Place. It’s great to hear that you have used the amenities on site, and I hope that you had the opportunity to attend the range of events which the hospitality team planned throughout the year. We hope that your studies are going well and that you enjoy the summer break 😊 Many thanks the Mansion Student team.
Ernest Place is well placed for local shopping being just minutes from a range of shops. With it being in Gilesgate it is quite a far walk from the university, especially the science site but I think this is fairly reflected in the price and bus links are usually sufficient. The accomodation itself is new and generally well kept. The social spaces are very nice. While I would recommend Ernest Place to a friend there are some downsides. Firstly the opening hours of the reception is only 9-5:30 Mon-Fri. While this is appropriate for most students, it isn't particularly compatible with a full time post-grad life and it may be difficult to collect parcels when there's no flat mates around. The other downside, which is luck of the draw is the size of the windows in some of the facing in flats. Unfortunately I was unlucky and have a very small window which means the room is often very dark and warm. Overall though a good accomodation that is fairly priced.
We’re so pleased that you have enjoyed your stay with us at Ernest Place and thank you so much for leaving your review! Thank you for your comments around the reception opening hours, we will pass these onto the site team. We hope that your studies went well and wish you all the best for the future. Many thanks the Mansion student team.
Ernest Place is definitely comfortable to live in especially with Tesco extra only 1 min away it almost feels like a giant fridge outside of your house. You’ll be able to make lots of friends in here but if you haven’t had friends in colleges yet then EP will be an independent bubble and sort of exclude you from the big group in town. BUT depends what you want. My time here has been brilliant.
Ernest Place turned out to be ideal for me during my PhD study, and I ended up rebooking twice. After a year at Sheraton Park (Ustinov College), the contrast in the standard of accommodation was sharp. From the stark white of Sheraton, my studio at Ernest Place feels calm and cozy, with its neutral décor and well-appointed furnishings. Located just across the road from a very large Tesco supermarket, shopping has been a breeze, cutting down on an extra weekly chore. This element of convenience is also present in Ernest Place's facilities itself - for my purposes having such easy access to a gym was fantastic, though there are also relaxing social spaces to take a break in. The free S1 bus pass, too, took the stress out of getting down to the library and university campus. Mostly, however, I think the best thing about Ernest Place is the staff - from management, to reception, to cleaning and maintenance. Everything just 'works', there is no stress; everyone is friendly and helpful.
It’s a very comfortable, nice accommodation. The area is very convenient as there is a large tesco store 1 minute away, and restaurants within a short walking distance. The accommodation is clean, the rooms are large and have many shelves, places to put stuff in. The staff are really nice, helpful and friendly, they’re always trying their best to make the residents feel comfortable during their stay at the accommodation.😊
The social spaces were shut for most of the stay due to COVID-19, but once they were open they were easy to make the most of, and since they were so large it was easy to remained distanced at the same time! The terrace was especially helpful for the hotter days of summer, and 200% made up for not having a specific 'garden' as you may have in a house. All the furniture is incredibly comfortable in the social spaces, and the furniture in the rooms (as well as the fixtures) are all gorgeous and really high quality. I have loved my stay here, it has made the entire university experience easier since I know my flat is somewhere I can feel comfortable and 'at home'
Ernest Place in Durham is a valuable accommodation. The facility worth more rent fees. The hospitality team is really helpful and warm. The location is far from the city centre, but surrounded by various groceries, so it depends your requirements. The pink bus that the accommodation offered for free to the city centre is not reliable. I would highly recommend here if you don't need to go to uni every morning.
Amazing place with different types of rooms and studios (suitable for different budgets), free sauna, gym, gaming and studying rooms. Amazing hospitality staff. Free bus to take you to and bring you from the city center. Super fast Internet (more than 100 Mbps). In front of Tesco Extra the only branch in Tesco that provides organic food. close to TK maxx, Lidl and Aldi. I love living here as this place provides everything I need and close to variety of stores.
I have stayed here for my entire degree, and found the facilities second to none. The social spaces, gym and sauna create a great student experience.
The place is great value for money with helpful management.
Comfortable and very well-equipped accommodation. Facilities at Ernest Place are really amazing, and I’ve been particularly impressed with the quality of the sauna! The staff are extremely friendly and, being across the road from a Tesco Extra really does make for a very convenient existence in Durham. Overall, very happy with the accommodation.
Good facilities, comfortable rooms with good lighting, and friendly staff!
We had great time in Ernest place. The accommodation is 3 minute away from Tesco extra, which made life so much easier and more convenient. The accommodation itself is brilliant. The studio room is luxurious and cozy. The facilities such as gym is also luxurious. It is a pity that we didn’t get a chance to enjoy others such as cinema and lounge due to the pandemic. The management team is very professional, kind and thoughtful. Highly recommend!
Thank you for taking the time to leave your fantastic 5* review!! We’ll make sure to pass on your comments to the team! Many thanks the Mansion Student team.