Scape Swanston

Bond payment: The bond is equivalent to 4 weeks rent and must be paid by the time the student check in.

Holding fee: An initial holding fee of one weeks’ rent has to be made to secure the room. This payment is non-refundable and forms a part of the rent when the student checks in.

Rent payment: You can either pay fortnighly by setting up direct debit prior or upon check in or pay in 2 equal instalments, one due prior to check in and the second half way through your stay as specified on your payment schedule (only applicable to 52 week bookings).

Payment methods: The following payment methods are accepted by the property:

Debit cards (international debit cards will incur a 1.25% surcharge)

Mastercard and Visa (a 1.25% surcharge will be added)

Union Pay (1.9% surcharge will apply)

Flywire (enabling you to pay via many international methods or local bank transfer)

Bank transfer

Updates to Policy

The Property is offering a deferral and cancellation policy for new bookings commencing in 2020 that provides flexibility if you are impacted by COVID-19. This means you can secure your new home now, but with peace of mind that you can change or cancel your new booking without any financial impact*.

DEFERRAL

If you have a booking and are not able to arrive to Australia for Semester 1, 2021 because of COVID-19, you can defer your contract to Semester 2, 2021. The same terms of the original booking will carry forward to the Semester 2, 2021 booking, including the type of room you booked and even the same weekly rent. Please note for deferrals to Semester 1, 2022 our weekly rental rates are subject to change.

CANCELLATION

If you need to cancel your booking with us for one of the reasons detailed below, all you need to do is email us 14 days before your contract start date and we will cancel your booking and provide a full refund of any fees paid.

The Property will provide flexibility to defer or cancel if you are impacted by any of the below reasons, all you need to do is provide supporting documentation:

• Visa Denied - if your visa application is rejected or the visa centre remains closed in

your respective country

• Flight Cancellation - if your scheduled flight is cancelled and an alternate flight is not available

• Intake Delay of University/Education provider - if the start date of your course has been

postponed to a later date or semester, or the university does not offer face-to-face learning

• Travel Ban - if there is a travel ban either in your country of origin or in Australia preventing

you from travelling.

• Medical Condition - in the unfortunate event that you or a close family member falls ill

Regular Policy

Cancellation prior to lease start date

If a student requests to cancel or does not sign the residential agreement within the required timeframe specified by Scape, the booking may be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded to the customer less the 1 week holding deposit.

All refunds will be made via the same method in which they were paid and to the same bank account or credit or debit card used. In order to arrange a refund, the customer may be required to complete a refund form.

Once the residential agreement is signed, the terms and conditions of the residential agreement will then apply.

Q. What is included in the rent?

Your stylish room, access to our vibrant communal spaces, all utility bills (i.e. electricity, water, heating) and unlimited Wi–Fi internet are all included.

Q. What facilities do you have?

Communal lounges, study areas, communal kitchen, CCTV, electronic swipe card access, cinema area, laundry access, free bike storage and outdoor courtyard.

Q. What are the tenancy lengths?

There are both 26 and 52 week contracts.

Q. What does my bond cover and when will I get it back?

The bond is registered with the appropriate state based authority and covers any damage you may cause to your room; this excludes normal wear and tear. It is refundable at the end of your stay with us as long as there are no damages, your room is left clean and there is no outstanding rent. You will receive an email when your bond is ready to be returned. 

Q. Do you allow pets?

No, pets are not allowed.

Q. Is there any curfew?

No, curfew is not available.

Q. Can I have guests overnight?

Yes, you may have guests to stay up with you for up to 7 nights.

Q. Is there a car parking?
No.
Q. Can I smoke in my room or in the building?
No, this scape building is smoke-free.

Q. Can I let my friend live in my room when i am away?
No, you must accompany your guests all the time.
 

Q. Can I take my bicycle?

Yes, bicycle storage is available.
Q. If I go away for university holidays, do I have to pay rent for that period?
Yes, you have to pay the rent for the entire duration of your contract.