Welcome to Chaucer House
Find out more about your new home and what you need to know ahead of check-in day.
Reception opening times: 8am - 8pm from Monday to Friday and 9am - 5pm on Saturdays
Your new home
Chaucer House, Isambard Brunel Rd, Portsmouth, England, PO1 2GP
Home to more than 480 students, Chaucer House is in a prime central location beside Portsmouth and Southsea rail station and just 10 minutes’ walk from ...
Information for check-in day
Where do I collect my key?
You will receive a wristband or card on arrival at the property, which you can use to access your room and communal areas.
Where can I park and un ...
Find out more about Chaucer House
Reception
Our friendly reception is shared with Margaret Rule Hall.
Common room
There are a number of relaxation zones in different areas of the building. There are two common rooms, located on the first floors of Blocks A & B, including games areas with table tennis, pool and foosball, plus chillout spaces with sofas and TVs.
Study space
There is a large study room on the ground floor of Block A, with ethernet ports and desks which have plugs for USB charging.
Laundry facilities
The laundry room is located on the ground floor of Block A. Machines are operated through the MyUnite app.
Parking
There is no parking available at Chaucer House.
Bike storage
The bike store is located to the rear of the building below Margaret Rule and a key/pass will be required for access. If you are planning on bringing your bike, please remember to bring your own bike lock.
Recycling
Recycling facilities are available at Chaucer House.
Fire test time and meeting point
Fire alarms are fitted throughout the property. Your fire alarm test day is Tuesday at 10.30am. Your fire assembly point is located at Isambard Brunel Car Park opposite Chaucer House.
Bike storage
Common area
Laundry
Vending machine
Heating
Water
Gas
Wi-Fi (communal areas)
Recycling
CCTV
24/7 assistance
Onsite service team
Fire system
Contents insurance
MyUnite app
Communal study space
Secure access
Maintenance support
Printing
Wi-Fi (in your flat)
Electric