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5 Nicolson Street/5 South College Street
A short walk from George Square 5 Nicolson Street /5 South College St offers self-catered accommodation in flats for undergraduates.
Location
5 Nicolson Street/5 South College Street is located next door to the Old College, approximately 5 minutes' walk from George Square and 35 minutes' walk from King's Buildings.
The building
There are 50 single and 3 twinned study bedrooms in 5 Nicolson Street: flats vary in size with 2 - 4 bedrooms per flat.
South College Street has 50 single and 5 twinned study bedrooms: flats vary in size with 2 - 4 bedrooms per flat.
Floorplan
Given the variety in room types and sizes across our estate, we are only able to provide example layouts of a ‘typical’ flat or room.
Virtual tour gallery
Visit our gallery of virtual tours to see typical rooms and common areas within our accommodation.
Features
| Catering | No. Self-catered flat with shared kitchen |
| Laundry | Yes, coin-operated |
| Internet & telephone | Yes, further details below |
| Car Parking | No |
| Cycle Storage | Yes |
| Contents Insurance | Yes |
| Electricity & Heating included | An average allowance of electricity is included, but over-use can result in additional charges |
| Smoking | All our properties are non-smoking |
Contents Insurance
Rooms and Communal Services
Internet and telephone
Internet and telephone is available in each room through the University’s Keycom system. You can find further details on Keycom in the contract.
Residence Life
Residence Life staff are available to help you settle in, offer advice on University life in Edinburgh, and arrange social events.
This article was published on Apr 19, 2013