Explore Properties in Stanley

A city which is evident of Magellanic penguins gathering at the nearby Gypsy Cove and home to The Historic Dockyard Museum with galleries devoted to natural history and maritime explorations, Stanley is the capital city of the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas). Known as the most ideal city offering university education in Peter Symonds College and Chichester College in England to a majority of Falkland Islanders, students from all over the world can choose from a range of off-campus accommodations. 

University Living, the global student housing marketplace, helps students find rentals available for both short- and long-term rent: from rooms, studios, and shared apartments, most of them close to universities. When sharing an apartment, you may have to share the bathroom, kitchen, and living room with other residents.

Known as a remote South Atlantic archipelago, Stanley is the capital of the Falkland Islands with city attractions including The Historic Dockyard Museum with galleries and exhibits devoted to maritime exploration and natural history and also those that remind of the 1982 Falklands War and Antarctic heritage. The city can also be visited for a whalebone arch at the entrance of Christ Church Cathedral built in the late 1800s. Stanley, which is often termed as the tiny capital city or cute capitals of the world has a lively shore stretched harbour, colourful building and warm, friendly and helpful people. Once in Stanley do not forget to take a generous bite from the Smoko, a Falkland traditional platter of baked goodies. 

Stanley has benefited a lot of Falkland islanders from the growth of fishing anf tourism industries and has attracted settlers and students with the development of large amount of residential housing, particularly to the east of the town centre.

Stanley has a diverse offering for students, both domestic and international with great options to stay in off-campus housing and make the most of their student life, less-hassled and opportunities to bond in a community driven environment. . This is why you’ll find it easy to explore from a plethora of options – a whole house or one- or two-bedroom apartments student housing in Stanley. Sharing a climate with other adjoining regions which is classified to be a subpolar oceanic climate, is unlikely of  tundra climates, have winters that are mild allowing the vegetation to grow at a normal pace.

 

Most of the students opting for higher studies can attain national diplomas and National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) as the Falkland Island government pays to offer higher education courses to Falkland Islanders and International students for sixth form studies in Peter Symonds College in England and Chichester College in England. The NVQs offer work-based awards in England, Wales and Northern Ireland that are achieved through assessment and training.

University Living offers private accommodation close to universities with fewer restrictions and more options. Take your pick from shared and private rooms, studios, and apartments. We also offer short-term stays for students in summer school and exchange programs.

The major room types are:

Sharing: This is where 2 or more students share a single room, washroom, kitchen, and other communal spaces.

Ensuite/Private: This includes a private bedroom and bathroom, while the kitchen and living areas are shared.

Studios: This is a self-contained unit with a bedroom and cooking space along with a private washroom. Two students may book a single studio together, subject to the policies of the accommodation provider.

All properties listed by University Living are personally verified by the team or their representatives. Each accommodation has foolproof safety measures in place, including CCTV, secure door entries, restricted access, and more.

Most accommodations are self-catered, but you can always ask the reception to connect you with local food delivery vendors!

Most properties have on-site, coin-operated washing machines that make laundry a breeze. Students are expected to keep their rooms clean while common areas are looked after by maintenance staff at regular intervals. If you’re unwilling to get your hands dirty, contact the reception for professional cleaning services at an extra fee.

Yes, all our accommodation have strong internet connectivity.

Most properties have bike storage available. Please contact your Servicing Manager to request car parking facility.

Students are expected to bring their own bedding, kitchen utensils, cutlery, and bathroom essentials. If that’s too much, our good friends at UniKitOut will deliver all these and more to your UK accommodation even before you move in!

We try our best to find accommodation that meets all your needs. If you still don’t like your accommodation due to unforeseen circumstances, we will try to replace your room within 30 days for a one-time fee of £250.

Please contact the on-site maintenance office or reception to report any issues.

Never. Your room belongs to you for the entirety of your tenancy period!