Student accommodation in Bournemouth

Chesil House

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Chesil House sits right on Bournemouth University's Lansdowne Campus.

  • All-inclusive weekly rent

  • On-campus location

  • Exclusive ResLifeBU access

  • Staff available 24/7

  • Near the beach & town centre

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Amenities

On-campus location

Common room

Free events programme

Laundry facilities

On-site Co-Op supermarket

Accessible rooms available

What's included

Chesil House keeps rent simple, with one weekly cost covering everything you need to settle in.

  • All energy bills
  • Contents insurance
  • 24/7 on-site security
  • High-speed Wi-Fi
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Well-connected location

Chesil House is right on campus, with Bournemouth's beach, coast and town centre all close by, plus other Bournemouth accommodation nearby.

  • Lansdowne Campus - on site
  • Talbot Campus - 15 min bus ride
  • Beach - 20 min walk
  • Rail & coach - under 10 min walk
  • Town centre - 10 min walk
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What's on offer at Chesil House

En-suite Rooms

En-suite Rooms

Joining BU this September? Book with just a £1 deposit

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You could also be eligible for £2,000 towards your accommodation costs*.

👉 Find out more: £2,000 BU Accommodation Fund

Please visit Accommodation options | Bournemouth University to check your eligibility and availability.

*Bournemouth University Terms and conditions apply.

Studio Apartment

Studio Apartment

Joining BU this September? Book with just a £1 deposit

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You could also be eligible for £2,000 towards your accommodation costs*.

👉 Find out more: £2,000 BU Accommodation Fund

Please visit Accommodation options | Bournemouth University to check your eligibility and availability.

*Bournemouth University Terms and conditions apply.

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Life on campus

Chesil House residents get exclusive access to ResLifeBU, the events and wellbeing programme built for Bournemouth University accommodations.

  • Frequently organised events
  • Wellbeing support on hand
  • A close-knit community
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Team that shows up

The team at Chesil House is on hand around the clock for whatever comes up.

  • 24/7 on-site support team
  • Fob entry system
  • Maintenance handled fast
  • A team who knows Bournemouth
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Hear what other residents have to say

"Chesil House is an accommodation that stands out to me for a number of reasons, namely Reslife and the social opportunities and variety of - more often than not - free events (a life saver if for students with limiting loans, but still wanting to ..."

"Chesil House offers a highly convenient location for students, with easy access to the nearest bus stop that takes you directly to the university. It’s also just a short walk away from the grocery store, making everyday errands hassle-free. Whet..."

"Living here for one and half years by now. Amazing team, amazing accommodation. The whole CLV team is amazing and helpful ❤️"

"I like how there is always someone at reception when you have an issue and how they post your letters underneath your door."

"It’s a good accommodation with a very nice staff"

"I have really enjoyed living here so far, the building itself its normally very clean and its super convenient living on top of co-op. However, the building does turn into an absolute sauna when it gets any hotter than 15 degrees (it would be grea..."

"Social spaces could be enhanced due to the crowdness of the building it is so small. The number of washing machines might be also increased. More recycling options needed as many international students do not know the rules. Other than that, the w..."

"Friendly and helpful staff. Always there to have a chat. Resolved issues promptly. Not too busy compared to the other accommodations on offer, which I like. Good sized rooms and kitchens, includes a lot of what you need before you first live here,..."

"Staying at Chesil has been a wonderful experience. Everyone is really friendly and there are loads of really helpful facilities and resources"

"Love the free stuff like cookie and chocolate. The price I wish could be a bit lower so it can match the area price. Overall a very good experience, definitely would recommend this to my friend in the future."

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Living in Bournemouth

Chesil House sits on Bournemouth University's Lansdowne Campus, a genuine on-campus setting with lecture buildings and student facilities right outside the door.

From here, Bournemouth's seven miles of award-winning beach are a 20-minute walk, the town centre and rail station are close by, and a bus outside the building reaches Talbot Campus in around 15 minutes.

It also sits alongside Cranborne House and Lyme Regis House, our other Bournemouth properties, so if this one is not quite the right fit, there is likely to be one nearby that is

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FAQs

Yes. Chesil House is run in partnership with Bournemouth University and sits on the Lansdowne Campus itself. That partnership is what gives residents exclusive access to the ResLifeBU events programme.

ResLifeBU is an events and wellbeing programme available exclusively to Bournemouth University accommodation residents, including everyone living at Chesil House. It is built to help you develop independent life skills, connect socially with other residents, and access wellbeing support whenever you need it. Events are typically free, which residents consistently rate as one of the best parts of living here.

Yes, Chesil House has accessible rooms available. Get in touch with the on-site team to discuss your requirements before booking.

Yes. Alongside Chesil House, wee run Cranborne House, Lyme Regis House and Okeford House in Bournemouth. Each has its own character, so it is worth comparing room options if Chesil House is not quite the right fit.

Settling in from overseas

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Moving to Bournemouth from overseas is easier at Chesil House, with all-inclusive rent and no hidden bills.

You will find a genuinely diverse, close-knit community here, with support to help you settle in, make friends and find your feet at Bournemouth University.

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