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Bargate House Student
High Street Student
Sparkford House Student
I’ve had an incredible experience living at this student accommodation, and I couldn’t recommend it more. The staff here are absolutely fantastic, with Alberto, Alfie, and Marius from the maintenance team always going above and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly. They are quick, friendly, and super helpful whenever anything needs fixing or adjusting. Gabi, the house manager, truly stands out for her exceptional leadership and dedication. She makes the place feel like home and is always there to assist with any needs or concerns, creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere. The amenities are top-notch! The gym is well-equipped and perfect for keeping in shape, and there’s a mahjong table for some fun downtime with friends. The cinema room, complete with karaoke, is such a great way to unwind and enjoy a movie night with your flatmates. What I really love is the fantastic range of events organised each month. It’s a great way to meet new people and make the most of your time here
I had a fantastic experience at Unilife! The social spaces were amazing, spacious, well equipped, and perfect for relaxing or connecting with other residents. The management team was outstanding, always approachable and efficient. Special thanks to Mike, who consistently went above and beyond to help with any issues. His friendly attitude made a real difference. If you’re looking for student accommodation with great amenities and excellent support, I highly recommend Unilife!
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Unilife at Sparkford House in Winchester, and I can confidently say that it truly enhances the university experience. The accommodation is modern and comfortable, with great facilities that make day-to-day living easy and enjoyable. What really stands out, however, is the strong sense of community fostered by the management team. They host a variety of fun and engaging events throughout the year, making it easy to meet new people and make lasting memories. Whether it’s movie nights, quiz events, or social gatherings, there’s always something happening that helps create a vibrant, friendly atmosphere. A special thank you goes to Dom, who always goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome. Dom’s efforts in organizing events and creating a positive, supportive environment do not go unnoticed, and it’s clear that he genuinely cares about making Sparkford House feel like home. Highly recommended, dom also needs to work on his pool skills😂
Great people an amenities, especially JuanFran. Oh yah also Ella, and Alberto.
Mike is the best house manger, very helpful and kind and sociable. Made my experience with Unilife extremely enjoyable.
I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Gabi at the reception, and I can’t express enough how amazing she is! From the moment I arrived, she went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and ensure my stay was perfect. Her warm smile, professionalism, and genuine care for guests truly stood out. Gabi was incredibly attentive, answering all my questions with patience and providing excellent recommendations that made my trip even more memorable. She’s the kind of person who makes you feel like more than just a guest — she made my experience unforgettable. Thank you, Gabi, for your outstanding service and for being such a kind and wonderful person. You’re a true gem, and the accommodation is lucky to have you!
Excellent! I love living here! It is a super nice accommodation to enjoy my uni life. It is super convenient, which means it is close to uni campus, train station and even town center, and all within walk distance. Also, the staff are very welcoming and helpful. Manager Frank is the nicest person in the world. He is always greeting me and asking how are you, it makes me feel like home. All the facility in the studio are very modern and user friendly. It is enjoyable to live in such a place.
I really liked staying at the accommodation and I think my room was amazing as I was able to have enough space in my room to put my stuff in and I think the fact that the accommodation is very near to the University of Winchester made it easier for me to go to University on a daily basis. Thank you to all the staff at Unilife.😄✨
This student apartment is very good. Including a self-study room, a gym and a game hall with complete facilities. The room is fully equipped and comfortable. The staff at the reception are very helpful.
Nice area for studying, good location, nice staff, feels like home when I stay here. Highly recommended
So far my experience here has been really positive. Having seen other accommodations around Guildford I was so relieved to find this. The fact that it is so close to the Stag Hill Campus is a brilliant advantage. Also I have a beautiful view and it has been very quiet too. Would highly recommend this. Especially if safety, cleanliness, and a modern environment is priority. Also Mike has been so helpful in helping with the move. He is very hands on and was there to answer any questions. He even helped with rearranging furniture, making sure we had what we needed.
Everything is good. I enjoy the study room and cinema room.
Unilife bargate house is a brand-new apartment. The geographical location of the apartment is very advantageous, and the bus stop at the door is very convenient for me to go anywhere. Moreover, the facilities of the apartment are also first-class, so that I can feel the same experience as at home in the UK.
Everything is wonderful, The reception service is the best in Southampton
From India to Unilife Riverside: The VIP Experience Finding accommodation in Guildford felt like a boss battle, with no one responding to emails and every rental starting from September 14th—except I was arriving on August 16th. Just when I was about to accept my fate of sleeping at Heathrow, BOOM!—Unilife Riverside emailed me about a Luxury VIP Studio. Enter Mr. Mike, the GOAT of hospitality. From Heathrow to my room, he guided me like a personal GPS. At MIDNIGHT, my keycard was ready in the Renzbox, and when I stepped into my studio, I found a home—apples, jams, bread, milk, chocolates, pizza, and more. Jetlagged, overwhelmed, but instantly feeling at home. The next day, Mike’s tour revealed Unilife’s luxury perks—board games, PS5 + big LED, 24/7 coffee, and free breakfast (because why not?). But the best part? The fourth-floor riverside view. Whether eating, gaming, studying, or just chilling—every night looked like a scene from Interstellar.
Very good value for money, very close to the university and town with easy access to both, nice and clean social spaces where there are frequent events run, the WiFi is fast and reliable, the unlife team are brilliant and always happy to help with any needs, Dominic Ekin the property manager at Sparkford House in particular goes above and beyond in making the building a wonderful environment to live in and is always happy to help with anything residents need.
The staff is very responsible and patient, the apartment is in a good environment and the facilities are very complete and perfect.
Staying at Unilife Sparkford House was one of the nicest experiences I had during my time studying in England. I liked the location since it is in a green neighbourhood with safe and quiet surroundings, and amenities like restaurants, shops, public transportations are within 10 to 15 minutes of walking distance. The residence, including all of the recreational facilities and the studio, is pleasant, spacious, and cozy. Also, the staff is extremely nice, friendly, prompt and responsive. Apart from the great services, there is also the social events component which engages the community with fun and great activities, to name some such as the art and study group sessions as well as the gardening. The general atmosphere is quite welcoming and makes one feels at home. It was a genuinely wonderful visit and an incredible place to remember!
The student apartment is fantastic! The rooms are spacious, clean, and well-furnished, creating a cozy and comfortable living environment. The facilities, like the gym and study areas, are top-notch and convenient. The staff is friendly and always ready to assist. It’s a perfect place for studying and socializing. Highly recommended!
Unilife is the most welcome accommodation I have ever had. I came to the Uk for nearly eight years now; I would say it’s the best! And It’s the only accommodation that provides breakfast, hot chocolate, coffee and tea! The accommodation has an excellent environment and many events and free lessons that residents can attend! Winchester Train station and city centre are not far from Unilife, it will only take around 15 mins walk which is really convenient. Staffs here are nice and kind, they make me feel more relax and comfortable! Staff especially Safi Thier, is the best I have ever met!!!😻 She is really kind and helps me a lot~
I love staying at Unilife, not only are the facilities great but it only takes 5 mins to get to campus. The staff are nice and friendly and although there was once outside issues causing problems with facilities (a water leak on our road), they supported us all through it and kept everyone up to date with any changes. The standard studio room is perfect and doesn’t feel cramped at all especially as there are many spaces within the building you could go to spend time playing games or studying so you aren’t confined to your room anyways. Would always recommend especially if you’re wanting to share a studio with a partner / friend, there’s still enough room.
This is the apartment I finally chose after comparing several options. I’m very satisfied with it after moving in. Since it’s newly renovated, all the facilities are brand new and constantly being improved. All suggestions are accepted. There’s a balcony inside the room, which is a great place to sunbathe or store more items. The TV is very convenient and practical for screen projection. The mattress is neither too hard nor too soft, providing a good sleep quality. The shower room is quite spacious, which is very different from other British apartments, and the water pressure is also strong. I’m really satisfied with all aspects. The most important thing is that the staff are very enthusiastic and reasonable requests can be met. There are also many entertainment facilities. The apartment is located in the city center, which is very convenient. You can take the bus stop right at the door to go to school. It’s really right at the door and you can quickly get to the classroom.
A nice space with some really cool communal areas
