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This Sunderland student home is just a 17-minute walk to Newcastle University<\/a>, 22-minute bus ride to Newcastle College<\/a>, and a 29-minute drive from the University of Sunderland<\/a>. Almost 10 bus stations surround the premises. Shield Street is the closest one, followed by Sandyford Rd-Council Offices and Shield Street - Baker Street bus stop.<\/p>","place_id":"ChIJe1SbEsRwfkgRje7an7U28YY","rating":"4.1","user_ratings_total":"109","last_google_review_date":"2026-11-01","reviews":[{"id":17308,"build_id":"56480","author_name":"Kannan Thushanthan","author_url":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/100152604142423889240\/reviews","language":"en","profile_photo_url":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocJnAIQWujGj50MiWvrpzBAQWAmJ0-NULeU51yNLP9Bt0nyhpw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo","rating":"5","relative_time_description":"5 months ago","text":"Barker House has been my accommodation for the past two years, and it has been a fantastic place to stay. It is located in a calm and beautiful neighbourhood, with easy access to the university, shops, and other facilities. The environment is peaceful, comfortable, and ideal for students. I would highly recommend Barker House to anyone looking for good accommodation.","time":"1778510957","created_at":"2026-08-01 19:55:32","updated_at":"2026-11-01 12:59:03","deleted_at":null,"deleted_by":null},{"id":21029,"build_id":"56480","author_name":"Stelice Ikoe","author_url":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/110090204325961965236\/reviews","language":"en","profile_photo_url":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocLH1MMskr2JyOUK8WqFEDp45JStf30CRYPiZ2DqH_5X0Ok-Btc=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo","rating":"4","relative_time_description":"5 months ago","text":"my time at barker house has been quite good overall, just a few issues here and there.\n\nthe receptionist, robbie, helps as much as as he can whenever I come to him with a complaint. He is quite prompt with sending out emails if needed, and is chatty and friendly.\n\na lot of events and free stuff, particularly the fruit fridays, free breakfast items and the coffee machine. i don\u2019t know of a lot of accomodation that offer stuff like this on a regular basis, and I think for how much we pay it\u2019s really nice that it is. events are quite regular too, different ones every week.\n\nthe rooms themselves are really nice, but as someone stated there is no soundproofing, even from other floors. The en suite rooms themselves were clean when I arrived but the kitchen was absolutely covered in cobwebs (like seemingly really old cobwebs), and massive spiders here and there. My room also has a lot of cobwebs and spiders but not to the extent of the kitchen and I managed those as soon as possible.\n\nReally, the cons are more to do with housemates which isn\u2019t really in the accomodation\u2019s control. Multiple times i had to report food theft and housemates using my things, and nothing stopped until I had to use my own money to buy lockboxes for the fridge and freezer, and move all my stuff into my bedroom. Robbie the receptionist had tried his best with emails and even printed out warnings, but eventually had to deal with it myself. This has ruined the experience of otherwise a really lovely accommodation. I\u2019m in my last year and it has definitely been one of my favourites I\u2019ve stayed in, ignoring the theft.\n\nI will add, the shower gets really cold at random times. Leaving it to run for a while doesn\u2019t make it warmer so I sometimes end up with cold showers. The shower head itself came covered in mold, I think? I\u2019m not even too sure but theres black spots on it. It was announced at one point during the year that something was being done to them but I\u2019ve no clue if they actually did as I came back to exactly the same thing.","time":"1778060948","created_at":"2026-11-01 12:59:03","updated_at":"2026-11-01 12:59:03","deleted_at":null,"deleted_by":null}],"apartments":[],"distance":"45 mins by public transport to Central Sunderland","no_place":"0","no_visa":"0","covid_offer":"0","deposit_type":"Deposit","admin_fees":false,"hide_from_website":"0","university_only":"0","desc":"

Barker House is a Sunderland student accommodation<\/a> that provides students with housing near their respective universities and institutions. Barker House offers a wide range of en-suite rooms for students to choose from according to their needs, budgets, and preferences. All units are fully furnished and come with a double bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe. Kitchens and lounge areas are shared in the communal area. <\/p>

Features<\/h2>

Barker House, this Sunderland student accommodation, provides students with a wide range of amenities and features to help facilitate the students\u2019 stay. These amenities include all-inclusive utility bills, so students never have to worry about miscalculations or any extra fees. There is high-speed Wi-Fi provided by the property. Barker house is pet friendly, so you never have to worry about leaving your pets behind. The building is CCTV-monitored to ensure the safety of the students. There is also 24\/7 security so that students can feel safe during their stay at Barker House. There is a games room, a social room, an on-site cinema, an on-site gym, and a swimming pool for students to enjoy, socialise, and get to know each other. Laundry facilities, central heating, air conditioning, bike storage, and cleaning services are also provided by the property.<\/p>

Sunderland is a port city in Northern England. It is considered the best place for those under their 30s to live, and its residents are some of the happiest in the UK. Over the centuries, Sunderland grew as a port, trading coal and salt and was once famously hailed as the \"Largest Shipbuilding Town in the World\". Ships were built on the Wear from at least 1346 onwards, and by the mid-eighteenth century, Sunderland was one of the chief shipbuilding towns in the country. Students, both local and international, choose to stay in Sutherland because of its top-ranked universities and world-renowned institutions. This Sunderland student accommodation is located in the heart of the city. <\/p>

Places to Visit<\/h3>

  • The Discovery Museum is 13 minutes away. <\/p><\/li>

  • The Exhibition Park is six minutes away. <\/p><\/li>

  • Life Science Centre is eight minutes away. <\/p><\/li>

  • McDonald\u2019s is four minutes away. <\/p><\/li>

  • Tesco Express is two minutes away. <\/p><\/li><\/ul>

    *The building offers an extended cooling-off period.<\/strong><\/p>","totalRooms":1,"nearest_start_date_year":2026,"cancelation_policy":"

    Where can I find the full termination policy?
    <\/strong>It is available in the booking section and on the documents page. You must read and understand it before confirming your booking.<\/p>


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    Can I cancel within the initial period?
    <\/strong>Yes. You may cancel within 7 days of accepting the offer or paying the deposit (whichever occurs first), provided you have not moved into the property. If eligible, your security deposit will be refunded in full.<\/p>


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    How long does it take to receive the deposit refund?
    <\/strong>Refunds are normally processed within 28 working days of cancellation. If the deposit has already been secured with a third-party protection scheme, the refund may take up to 60 days due to the scheme\u2019s processing time. In this case, the refund will be issued directly by the scheme and may require a repayment reference provided by them. The landlord cannot influence or speed up this process. Deposits are legally required to be protected in a third-party scheme.<\/p>


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    What happens if I cancel after the 7-day initial period?
    <\/strong>You remain liable for rent on a weekly basis, including any part-week, until the room is re-let.<\/p>


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    When will I be released from the agreement after late cancellation?
    <\/strong>You will only be released once the room has been successfully re-let and any required release payment or fees have been paid.<\/p>


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    The above cancellation policy is a synopsis of the property\u2019s cancellation policy. There could be a few changes incorporated from time to time. Hence, we recommend you review the full Accommodation Contract for a comprehensive understanding of their cancellation policies.<\/em><\/p>","payment_terms":"

    • When rent is due:<\/p>

      • Instalments: 14 days before the contract start date<\/p><\/li>

      • Full payment: by 1st August, before the contract start date<\/p><\/li>

      • Rent must be fully paid before moving in<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li>

      • Communication requirement:
         Students must inform the Property Manager early if they have difficulty paying on time to avoid issues.<\/p><\/li>

      • Deferred payment option (only if approved):<\/p>

        • Must be agreed by the Property Manager with supporting evidence (e.g., loan schedule)<\/p><\/li>

        • Standard minimum upfront payment: 2 weeks\u2019 rent before move-in<\/p><\/li>

        • Exception (Brayford Quay, Lincoln): 4 weeks\u2019 rent before move-in<\/p><\/li>

        • \u00a350 admin fee applies for setting up a deferral and must be paid before move-in

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