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Great experience, very helpful in terms of what was required on move-in day. I get along with my flatmates, it feels like home. Staff are really helpful, located closer to the city centre and having social events in the common room. Definitely be coming here again!

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By member993747
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Great experience, very helpful in terms of what was required on move-in day. I get along with my flatmates, it feels like home. Staff are really helpful, located closer to the city centre and having social events in the common room. Definitely be coming here again!

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There is no warm water to shower with even though you pay a lot of money. It’s cold during autumn and winter.
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Student Review: 5 /5
By member698781 On 1st February 24 verified Verified student

I have loved living at the Croft, the staff are very welcoming and I have made great friends!

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Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member698103 On 25th January 24 verified Verified student

Really loved staying at the Croft, can’t wait for another year! :)

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member698009 On 24th January 24 verified Verified student

I like the Croft :) it’s nice here and the environment is lovely

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1193799 On 26th October 23 verified Verified student

Slightly pricey but worth value and super freindly

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member493755 On 26th October 23 verified Verified student

great facilities and supportive staff memebers

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member993747 On 26th October 23 verified Verified student

Great experience, very helpful in terms of what was required on move-in day. I get along with my flatmates, it feels like home. Staff are really helpful, located closer to the city centre and having social events in the common room. Definitely be coming here again!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1193744 On 26th October 23 verified Verified student

Lovely staff, excellent facilities and if any problems occur they fix it as soon as it’s brought to their attention

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1193743 On 26th October 23 verified Verified student

The staff are amazing here they make me feel like I’m At home, very attentive and whenever anything goes wrong they always go the extra mile to sort things out. I have recommended several people to stay here , and they enjoy it aswell. They are amazing…. I love the Croft.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member1186080 On 12th May 23 verified Verified student

Lovely staff, Angie and Abby are great and always welcoming and helpful at the office, very approachable. Handy Andy ALWAYS ready to give his aid, came in on his day off to fix my door I am eternally grateful for this. All staff wonderful and far better than previous accommodations. Facilities are top standard as well

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member886079 On 12th May 23 verified Verified student

absolutely amazing staff and the events that they do are great, amazing managers, very comforting and can always go to them when we need help with issues. love living here. Andy is also amazing and very helpful, teaches us how to fix things while fixing them the issues that we have , a great handy andy

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member786078 On 12th May 23 verified Verified student

Amazing staff, always willing to help and reply to emails swiftly. Angie, Abby, and Andy are so helpful and lovely people and have made living here so much more fun!

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member886077 On 12th May 23 verified Verified student

Abby and Angie are incredible, super helpful, handy Andy super useful, the entire place is super to live in couldnt reccomend a better student accomodation

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member872544 On 18th October 22 verified Verified student

Abby, Angie, Andy, and Danny are incredibly helpful and so kind! Angie and Abby were so welcoming to help with the transition into independent living and are always there for a laugh!!! The most perfect accommodation to stay in for my first year.

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Reply from The Croft On 19th October 22

Student Review: 5 /5
By member572428 On 14th October 22 verified Verified student

So far, I've had a great time at the Croft; the accommodations are clean and modern, and the staff is all very friendly and helpful. I have really enjoyed the activities and events that they have provided, which have helped me to meet new friends. Overall, I would definitely recommend the Croft for students studying in Derby.

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Reply from The Croft On 17th October 22

Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member672419 On 14th October 22 verified Verified student

Good location, flat kitchens have enough room for everyone and rooms are also a good size

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Reply from The Croft On 14th October 22

Student Review: 2.3 /5
By member670649 On 6th August 22 verified Verified student

Just dont send your kids there. Most people dont respect the public areas and they just leave everything dirty. The accomodation didnt return my deposit money even though nothing was wrong. i dont recommend it.

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Reply from The Croft On 8th August 22

Student Review: 5 /5
By member668882 On 12th May 22 verified Verified student

Based in the city centre. Washing room, brilliant WiFi and gym included. Recommended

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Reply from The Croft On 12th May 22

Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member868881 On 12th May 22 verified Verified student

This accommodation has given me the best experience for my first year at university

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Reply from The Croft On 12th May 22

Student Review: 5 /5
By member1068879 On 12th May 22 verified Verified student

Staff are very friendly and always offering activities which are always good

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Reply from The Croft On 12th May 22

Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member668878 On 12th May 22 verified Verified student

Located in a good area, close to a lot of stores and travelling facilities.

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Reply from The Croft On 12th May 22

Student Review: 5 /5
By member668877 On 12th May 22 verified Verified student

The Croft has a great service and is good quality for money

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Reply from The Croft On 12th May 22

Student Review: 3.4 /5
By member1068845 On 11th May 22 verified Verified student

It is decent but fridges and freezes can be a bit limited on space and 1 bin for 9 people is not great. The facilities like the gym are good but there are not many washing machines. But I do love the vending machines they are a great idea.

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Reply from The Croft On 12th May 22

Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member568844 On 11th May 22 verified Verified student

Really nice accommodation, great value for money compared to other uni accommodation. However, not a fan of the lack of common area cleaners in flats. Staff are really friendly and everyone is very understanding and helpful

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Reply from The Croft On 12th May 22

Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member768819 On 10th May 22 verified Verified student

I have really enjoyed staying here this year, although we have had a few issues that did take slightly longer than expected to sort out (lift breaking) I understand this is out of the Croft’s staff control. The staff have always been super friendly and welcoming and I would definitely recommend this accom to a friend.

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Reply from The Croft On 11th May 22

Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member768810 On 10th May 22 verified Verified student

The best accommodation in derby. The location is perfect and would highly recommend to anyone who is thinking of booking for next year. The staff are friendly and always helpful. The accommodation is very secure

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Reply from The Croft On 10th May 22

Student Review: 3.3 /5
By member1066433 On 15th February 22 verified Verified student

Comfortable rooms and nice common area BUT had several issues (some very concerning and dangerous issues that management didn’t want to solve & eventually ended up moving back home because of how unhappy and expensive this place was. Electricity issues happened often. On so many occasions we’ve been left with no lights and no way to get them to turn them on, especially over Christmas and New Years.

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Reply from The Croft On 16th February 22

Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member966216 On 10th February 22 verified Verified student

I've been at The Croft for 2 years and even after a change of management, my experience has been great. The whole site is incredibly clean and well looked after. The staff are welcoming and polite too! Wifi is great, which is a bonus, and the ethernet ports are handy. For the price, you get a good room, sizeable kitchen and a great location.

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Reply from The Croft On 15th February 22

Student Review: 5 /5
By member565878 On 1st February 22 verified Verified student

Great place to live recommend to other students

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Reply from The Croft On 1st February 22

Student Review: 3.6 /5
By member1265872 On 1st February 22 verified Verified student

It was a decent location with good social spaced and room size was good.

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Reply from The Croft On 1st February 22

Student Review: 5 /5
By member1365869 On 1st February 22 verified Verified student

Great reception team and amazing social ideas for the common room area

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Reply from The Croft On 1st February 22

Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member565864 On 1st February 22 verified Verified student

My move to the Croft has been amazing and the staff have informed me of everything I need to know, I definitely recommend living her and am considering staying for the next academic year.

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Reply from The Croft On 1st February 22

Student Review: 5 /5
By member1365687 On 26th January 22 verified Verified student

Love the experience here so much care here .

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Reply from The Croft On 27th January 22

Student Review: 5 /5
By member1165656 On 26th January 22 verified Verified student

I had to move out of my previous accommodation due to fire safety concerns, moving into the croft was a relief i needed since i have been here is been nothing but amazing!

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Reply from The Croft On 26th January 22

Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member665635 On 25th January 22 verified Verified student

Lovely staff and maintenance! Although the lift in B block has been broken for over 3 months with little communication. Very poor quality and common room is not as it is sold as. No access to pool unless in office hours and poor washing facilities .

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Reply from The Croft On 26th January 22

Student Review: 3.6 /5
By member465629 On 25th January 22 verified Verified student

Been staying here since september and i wouldnt fault it. What you pay for is what you get. The staff are polite and they even offer a parcel collection service. Maintence is carried out weekly and they give away a lot of freebies

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Reply from The Croft On 25th January 22

Student Review: 2.7 /5
By member961365 On 27th July 21 verified Verified student

When we arrived in September 2020, the flat was left dirty which wouldn’t be good at any time but we were in the middle of a pandemic so having vegetables down the side of the sofa, dust everywhere and a very unclean floor wasn’t a nice experience to settle into when moving in. It is a nice modern building but it is poorly built - at the start of our tenancy there was cracks in the ceilings everywhere and as the year progressed these cracks spread across the whole width of our kitchen ceiling. Our flat had 2 double kitchen windows meaning it was constantly very warm in our flat as the windows do not have blinds, which is something I would recommend the Croft invest in for kitchens/communal areas. Due to the pandemic we were unable to use the facilities all year such as the gym and communal study and pool area downstairs but this is something which is included in the price of the Croft so I think the money wasn’t worth it because we were unable to use these facilities.

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Reply from The Croft On 28th July 21

Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member1060525 On 25th June 21 verified Verified student

The coronavirus pandemic has affected many student accommodations. For one being extremely strict and sending intimidating emails due to fire alarms accidentally being set off and flats meeting other flats through emails nearly every week at the beginning of the year. I understand that we are in a pandemic but isolating students and making them feel mentally alone is actually nasty behaviour. Due to this I’m not a fan of the staff. However the main maintenance guy, Andy is fantastic and has helped many students living at the croft by being quick efficient and kind.

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Reply from The Croft On 28th July 21

Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member857694 On 13th May 21 verified Verified student

if you expect a modern room, this suits you, and it close to the bus stop and easy to go town center, but if you don't like the smoke or weed smell you need to choose your flatmate who doesn't smoke, cause the staff doesn't do anything when you complain many times.

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Reply from The Croft On 28th July 21

Student Review: 5 /5
By Husnain On 10th May 21 verified Verified student

Best accomodation ever fastest wifi can’t beat it. They look after everyone here and will feel welcomed upon arrival been here since September will be back next year :)

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Reply from The Croft On 12th May 21

Student Review: 5 /5
By member857421 On 7th May 21 verified Verified student

feels like home and they’ve been really helpful throughout :)

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Reply from The Croft On 7th May 21

Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member1157239 On 30th April 21 verified Verified student

Staying at The Croft Accomodation has been great! It’s very safe and lovely to see maintenance staff and reception staff walking around and they are all very friendly. I am glad I stayed here for 2 years!!

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Reply from The Croft On 4th May 21

Student Review: 5 /5
By member456786 On 23rd April 21 verified Verified student

I have been living in The Croft for 8 months now and I have to admit that is one of the best student accommodation I have lived in. Amazing experience highly recommended

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Reply from The Croft On 23rd April 21

Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1056781 On 23rd April 21 verified Verified student

The perfect location and brilliant helpful staff that are always around if you need help. Would be 5 stars for everything but due to covid we’ve not been able to use the social spaces!

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Reply from The Croft On 23rd April 21

Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member856748 On 22nd April 21 verified Verified student

Absolutely love it, would recommend to anyone who is coming to the University of Derby. Clean, modern, stylish and top top tier staff! Very good sized rooms and perfect social spaces (although I did not get to use most of them due to Covid-19) best student accommodation in Derby in my opinion :)

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Reply from The Croft On 22nd April 21

Student Review: 5 /5
By member756685 On 21st April 21 verified Verified student

Really good experience in halls friendly staff and maintenance. Good times on calls out with faults. Really good facilities, really good internet, really good experience.

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Reply from The Croft On 22nd April 21

Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member556594 On 20th April 21 verified Verified student

The Croft is a great place to stay, good value for money and the property team are excellent and thorough with the service they provide. In particular the caretaker Andy who has been very helpful with issues around the flat 👍

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Reply from The Croft On 21st April 21

Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1256552 On 19th April 21 verified Verified student

Living here has been a very pleasant experience. The staff are helpful and friendly. I would recommend The Croft to everyone.

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Reply from The Croft On 20th April 21

Student Review: 5 /5
By member956543 On 19th April 21 verified Verified student

Very modern rooms and building. Staff is very friendly . Never had an issue . 5 stars

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Reply from The Croft On 20th April 21

Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1355155 On 11th March 21 verified Verified student

From its impressive architectural edifice to the incredible accommodation offerings ( excellent wifi, modern finishings etc) the Croft is a promise kept, and surpassed. A Serene environment strategically and conveniently located few minutes away from major facilities including the university. The onsite staff are highly professional, efficient and friendly, working tirelessly to ensure the property is impeccably maintained to the highest standards at all times. Also, the exciting give- aways make your stay even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend.

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Reply from The Croft On 12th March 21

Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member554238 On 16th February 21 verified Verified student

A very good accommodation with up to date features and really kind staff

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Reply from The Croft On 17th February 21

Student Review: 3 /5
By member935201 On 15th November 19 verified Verified student

Nice building but not recommended for first years

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Reply from The Croft On 22nd April 21

Student Review: 3 /5
By Duncan M On 15th November 19 verified Verified student

Not awful, but just go over the road to Cathedral Court. For like £2 more a week you get a lift that works, laundry fees that don't require a second student loan and lights that don't turn off mid shower

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Reply from The Croft On 22nd April 21

Student Review: 5 /5
By member1143007 On 29th October 19 verified Verified student

Lovely place. The staff are extremely nice and welcoming. Would highly recommend to stay here.

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Reply from The Croft On 22nd April 21

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