Crown House Reading

Property Amenities

• Communal Lounge
• Communal TV
• Bike Storage
• Contents Insurance Included†
• Up To 100Mbps* Internet
• Laundry Room
• Recycling
• Pool Table
• Table Tennis / Ping Pong
• All Utility Bills Included
• Cinema Lounge
• Study Space
• Games Hub

FAQs

1. What room types are available at Crown House?
You can choose en-suite rooms in shared flats, private studios, or 1-/2-bed apartments.

2. Are utility bills and internet included in the rent?
All essential bills (water, heating, electricity) and high-speed internet are included.

3. Is Crown House suitable for international/Indian students?
Yes. With its inclusive bills, kitchen-equipped rooms, city-centre location and social amenities, it suits students coming from abroad well.

4. Can I cook my own meals (e.g. home-style or Indian food)?
Yes, studios and apartments have a kitchen or kitchenette; shared flats typically have shared kitchen space.

5. What social or leisure facilities are provided?
There’s a cinema room, games area (pool, ping-pong, foosball), communal lounge and TV areas to relax or socialise.

6. Are there study spaces for academics and group work?
There are private study booths and a large group-study room for students to work quietly or with friends.

7. Is laundry available onsite?
Crown House provides laundry facilities for residents.

8. Is secure bike/storage parking provided?
Yes. Secure bike storage (and parking with additional charges) is offered for residents.

9. Can I book a studio/apartment if I prefer privacy?
Yes, studio and apartment room types offer private living space, bathroom and often kitchen/kitchenette.

10. Are shops, supermarkets, food, and city amenities nearby?
Yes, the accommodation is centrally located with supermarkets, shops, cafés, restaurants and nightlife nearby.

11. Is public transport conveniently accessible?
Yes, with central location and proximity to transport hubs, commuting and city travel is easy.

12. Can rent be paid in instalments rather than full upfront?
Yes, flexible payment and instalment plans are generally offered.

13. Can I book before receiving visa or final admission letter from university?
Yes, early booking with flexible cancellation/“No Visa, No Pay” or “No Place, No Pay” policies is often possible.

14. Are there options for short-term or summer stays?
Yes, Crown House occasionally offers short-term stays depending on availability.

15. Is Crown House good for making friends and social life for first-year students?
The social lounges, games areas and communal activities offer great opportunity to meet other students and build friendships.