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The Lyra, London

4.1 (30 reviews)

Student Accommodation

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1 Portal Way, North Acton, London, England W3 6BX

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Basic Info

No Service Fee Near bus station Elevator Near railway station Bills included Parcels collect Short lease Double Occupancy (Extra Fee) "Operator of the Year"

209 Beds

Built in 2014 · Renovated in 2014

Block A, B

Lyra, a sophisticated and contemporary student accommodation in London, offers an exceptional living experience for students' stay in London's vibrant West End. With 209 modern studios, this residence provides a spacious and comfortable environment, ensuring that students enjoy the best of what the city has to offer. The individual living spaces are equipped with personal kitchens and private bathrooms, making it an ideal choice for those who prioritize independence and convenience. The kitchens are fully furnished with essential appliances, including a refrigerator, microwave, kettle, and toaster. With access control, security cameras, and 24/7 security, Lyra offers peace of mind and a secure living environment. The apartment also boasts a communal lounge, games room, and outdoor terrace designed to foster community and social interaction among its residents. Lyra ensures a comfortable and contemporary student lifestyle. Close to London College, Commonwealth University, GREAT UNIVERSITIES and more, Lyra's location in London's West End is complemented by a strong focus on security and services. The residence is a stone's throw away from North Acton tube station, providing easy access to popular destinations in the city.

 

Features:

Thoughtfully designed, Lyra boasts a variety of house types to cater to individual preferences. The 6 types of Studio rooms offer spacious independent living spaces with private kitchens and bathrooms. Fully equipped kitchens include refrigerators, microwaves, kettles, and toasters, making it easy for students to prepare meals.

Lyra's features extend beyond the choice of house type. The residence offers a range of amenities to enhance the student experience. Whether you opt for a Bronze, Silver or other Studio apartment, you'll find that all rooms are thoughtfully designed with custom-made furniture, ample storage space, and complete amenities. The king-size beds and armchairs are perfect for relaxation, and the Bluetooth-enabled Smart TV adds a modern touch to your entertainment. The fully equipped kitchens, including a fridge, microwave, kettle, and toaster, provide the convenience of preparing meals in the comfort of your own space. Lyra's 200MB WiFi coverage ensures a seamless online experience, and the rent includes electricity, water, heating, and personal property insurance. The presence of access control, security cameras, 24/7 security, laundry facilities, and bike storage enhances the convenience and security of student life. Lyra also takes social interaction seriously, offering a standard room, games room, and an outdoor terrace to encourage residents to connect and create lasting memories.

 

 

Location and What's Hot?

 Within a short 15-minute ride, students can reach Westfield London, a prominent shopping and entertainment centre, or Paddington Station. Bond Street and Oxford Circus are just 24 minutes away, while Liverpool Street Station is accessible within the same timeframe. Tesco Express and Co-operative Food are within walking distance, making grocery shopping a breeze. For fitness enthusiasts, iGym is a mere 2-minute walk away. There's also an abundance of dining options, with pizzerias, fast-food outlets, cafes, and bars at Red Sea Restaurant, 104 Restaurant and more within a 10-minute radius. If you're looking for entertainment, Vue Cinemas is a 20-minute walk away, while Oxford Circus, a shopping paradise, is just 24 minutes by subway.

 

Transport:

Regarding transportation, Lyra's proximity to North Acton subway station, part of the Central Line, makes it a prime location for easy access to key destinations in London. Additionally, multiple bus stops within a 10-minute walk cater to local commuters, ensuring convenient transportation options. For healthcare needs, the Cloister Road Clinic is just an 8-minute walk away. Several prestigious universities in London, such as the University of Westminster (30 minutes by subway), LSE (36 minutes by subway), SOAS (38 minutes by tube), KCL Strand Campus (41 minutes by subway), and Queen Mary University (48 minutes by subway), are all easily accessible from Lyra. 

 

Security & Services:

Security and services at Lyra are designed to ensure the safety and comfort of al students. With access control, security cameras, and 24/7 security personnel, students can rest assured that their well-being is a top priority. Additional conveniences such as laundry and bike storage are thoughtfully provided. The communal spaces, including the lounge, games room, and outdoor terrace, contribute to a rich social life within the residence, fostering connections and friendships. Lyra's commitment to enhancing the student experience, from security to amenities, is evident in its comprehensive services. 

 

Welcome to Lyra, where modernity, convenience, and community come together to create an ideal student living environment in the heart of London. The Lyra apartment takes urban student living into account and turns it into students' home away from home. Ideally located in the city centre, this student accommodation is at the heart of the action. Choose a studio apartment in The Lyra and enjoy the space to relax and study within modern, well-maintained and secure surroundings. Each Studio has been delicately designed to offer everything you should need. Student apartments have never looked so good; enjoy all of the benefits of London in a secure and safe building.

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4.1

30 reviews

Amazing facilities · 7
Great customer service · 7
Amazing area · 6
Super-fast internet · 3

JIA**

5.0

17 May 2023 19:44:20

Lyra is still good. There are three supermarkets and subway stations downstairs, which is very convenient.
Lyra is still good. There are three supermarkets and subway stations downstairs, which is very convenient.

Wang**

5.0

17 Sep 2022 14:43:10

The surrounding environment is good, the transportation is convenient, and the service efficiency of the apartment is high
The surrounding environment is good, the transportation is convenient, and the service efficiency of the apartment is high
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House Rules

Cancellation Policy

No Visa No Pay

If you cannot get a visa to study at a UK University (either on campus or online remote study) and you can provide written evidence that your visa and university application has been refused, Accommodation Supplier will release you from your tenancy agreement and make a full refund.
Evidence must be provided within one week of notifying Accommodation Supplier that you are unable to obtain a visa.
If the Tenancy has already commenced, and you have NOT collected your keys, you will be charged for the period from the 'Tenancy Start Date' to the date you provide the evidence that you have not been granted a VISA and/or do not have a place at a UK University.
If the tenancy has started and / or you have moved into the accommodation prior to your Visa application being declined you will be responsible for the rent for the duration of the contract.

No Place No Pay

If your offer of a place at your preferred/current University/Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University/Higher Education Institution as a result of you not achieving their required entry grades or passing your end of year exams, you may be eligible to be released from the tenancy agreement.
You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year undergraduate student and you choose to go to a University in a different city because you have exceeded your expected grades.
To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you will need to supply Accommodation Supplier with a copy of:
·a written rejection letter from your chosen university /college or UCAS or a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved; or
·a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
These document(s) must be received by us within 7 calendar days from the date your results are published or by 1st September (which ever date is the sooner). Please email the documentation to Accommodation Supplier. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided Accommodation Supplier are satisfied, Accommodation Supplier will cancel your agreement and refund your holding deposit in full

The conditions in the prescribed period are cancel

For bookings made between 1st October - 31st July for the forthcoming academic year commencing 1st September, you can cancel your booking in writing or by sending Accommodation Supplier an email within the 48 hours 'cooling off period' of accepting and completing your tenancy online.
·For bookings made after 1st August for the forthcoming academic year, there is no cooling off period and you cannot cancel your booking.
·For bookings made during and for the current academic year (from 1st September to 31st August), you cannot cancel your booking once you have accepted the tenancy offer (either manually or digitally online)
·Please note that once you have received your key and checked in to your accommodation you cannot cancel your booking and you will be legally bound by the terms and conditions of the accepted Tenancy Agreement and will be liable to pay all the amounts due.
·If you do need to cancel you will need to meet the requirements of our No place, No Pay policy.
·In instances where a holding deposit has been paid and the tenant fails to manually or digitally complete the booking, or declines the tenancy offer, Accommodation Supplier reserve the right to retain the holding deposit in lieu of costs incurred.
Once you have booked and completed your tenancy agreement, you will be legally bound by the terms stipulated in the agreement.

Details

CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation policy (An 'Academic year' covers the period 1st September to 31st August)
For bookings made between 1st October - 31st July for the forthcoming academic year commencing 1st September, you can cancel your booking in writing or by sending Accommodation Supplier an email within the 48 hours 'cooling off period' of accepting and completing your tenancy online.
·For bookings made after 1st August for the forthcoming academic year, there is no cooling off period and you cannot cancel your booking.
·For bookings made during and for the current academic year (from 1st September to 31st August), you cannot cancel your booking once you have accepted the tenancy offer (either manually or digitally online)
·Please note that once you have received your key and checked in to your accommodation you cannot cancel your booking and you will be legally bound by the terms and conditions of the accepted Tenancy Agreement and will be liable to pay all the amounts due.
·If you do need to cancel you will need to meet the requirements of our No place, No Pay policy.
·In instances where a holding deposit has been paid and the tenant fails to manually or digitally complete the booking, or declines the tenancy offer, Accommodation Supplier reserve the right to retain the holding deposit in lieu of costs incurred.
Once you have booked and completed your tenancy agreement, you will be legally bound by the terms stipulated in the agreement.

After cooling-off period has expired
If the 48-hour cooling-off period has expired there are some scenarios where you may be able to cancel your booking if you meet the necessary requirements. These are:

No Place, No Pay Policy
If your offer of a place at your preferred/current University/Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University/Higher Education Institution as a result of you not achieving their required entry grades or passing your end of year exams, you may be eligible to be released from the tenancy agreement.
You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year undergraduate student and you choose to go to a University in a different city because you have exceeded your expected grades.
To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you will need to supply Accommodation Supplier with a copy of:
·a written rejection letter from your chosen university /college or UCAS or a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved; or
·a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
These document(s) must be received by us within 7 calendar days from the date your results are published or by 1st September (which ever date is the sooner). Please email the documentation to Accommodation Supplier. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided Accommodation Supplier are satisfied, Accommodation Supplier will cancel your agreement and refund your holding deposit in full

No Visa
If you cannot get a visa to study at a UK University (either on campus or online remote study) and you can provide written evidence that your visa and university application has been refused, Accommodation Supplier will release you from your tenancy agreement and make a full refund.
Evidence must be provided within one week of notifying Accommodation Supplier that you are unable to obtain a visa.
If the Tenancy has already commenced, and you have NOT collected your keys, you will be charged for the period from the 'Tenancy Start Date' to the date you provide the evidence that you have not been granted a VISA and/or do not have a place at a UK University.
If the tenancy has started and / or you have moved into the accommodation prior to your Visa application being declined you will be responsible for the rent for the duration of the contract.

SUMMER LET CANCELLATIONS
You can cancel your booking in writing or by sending Accommodation Supplier an email within the 48 hours 'cooling off period' of accepting and completing your tenancy online, provided you have not collected the keys to your accommodation.. However, after the cooling off period you may be able to cancel if:
·You request to cancel two weeks before the summer tenancy start date
·And you provide evidence to support the cancellation e.g. no summer course, unable to meet conditions of offer
If you cannot provide evidence for cancellation:
·Accommodation Supplier reserve the right to retain the holding deposit in lieu of costs
·In the case where the summer let is cancelled by Accommodation Supplier the holding deposit will be refunded

RELET POLICY
Please note you cannot relet your room once you have confirmed and accepted your Tenancy Agreement, this is a legally binding contract and it is your responsibility to adhere to the terms for the full duration of the contract.

Subletting
Please note that your Tenancy agreement or contract does not permit you to sublet your room. Accommodation Supplier will only honour Tenancy agreements directly issued by them to the Tenant. Any persons residing in our accommodation who does not have a valid agreement issued to them directly by Accommodation Supplier will be asked to leave.

Reselling
Accommodation Supplier do not permit the reselling of rooms.
Accommodation Supplier reserve the right to ask for a copy of passport and/or proof of student status information.
Accommodation Supplier want all our customers to be confident that they have booked a Accommodation Supplier's room at Accommodation Supplier's published rates. Booking one or more rooms with the intention of selling them to a student to profiteer is not permitted. Accommodation Supplier will take measures to ensure all Accommodation Supplier's bookings at the time of sale are genuine. Where Accommodation Supplier have evidence that the booking has been made with the sole purpose of reselling/reletting for a fee the booking will be cancelled and accommodation reservation withdrawn and the holding deposit will be retained.

Pets Policy

No Pet

Double Occupancy Policy

Double occupancy rooms:

Gold Studio: Increase of 25% per Week

Platinum Studio: Increase of 25% per Week

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When is the due date for rent payment?

In 2021, the payment deadline for regular class contracts within 51 weeks is August 2021. For detailed payment time and corresponding amounts, please refer to your contract.

Due to delays, I communicated the Flexible Booking Policy to the apartment. When should I pay the re

Since the Flexible Booking Policy is reviewed and decided by the apartment case by case, there is no strict uniform standard. Please confirm your revised payment amount and payment deadline with the apartment separately after you successfully apply for the Flexible Booking Policy.

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