A guide to living in Somerset

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Just moved to Bath from Bristol and absolutely love it here! There's so much character in the city and the building development is exactly what I needed.

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Team have been super helpful giving recommendations for places to go in Bath! Great help with getting bills set up too!

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The apartments are surprisingly quiet, you wouldn't think you are on the main road

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I really like their bin collection and their parcel system. It has been very reliable and useful for us.

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I had issues with the WiFi and they helped immediately.

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It is a bit far from the University of Bath, but it’s nice to go for a walk every now and then.

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Good location, with nearby shops and public transport links (Bus and train stops just around the corner.)

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Haven't had any problems yet. Management were very responsive when we were going through the application process.

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The parcel room is accessible 24/7, which makes picking up deliveries much easier than having to come down during reception opening hours.

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I’ve really enjoyed living in Spring Wharf; the surrounding area is great! The area has a good mix of shops with M&S and Lidl nearby, restaurants, and bars within walking distance, offering plenty of variety. Open spaces are also nearby, which are great for walks and outdoor activities. Transport is convenient, with regular buses like U5 to city centre and the train station, though rush hour can get busy. Bin collections are reliable, and I haven't experienced any issues with traffic noise, making it a peaceful place to live. The apartment features a fantastic shared patio area, which serves as a great spot for socializing or enjoying some fresh air. It’s perfect for relaxing with neighbours or friends, and it adds a real sense of community to the building. The only downside is only if you are a serious gym user. The on-site gym is pretty small and doesn't have much equipment but is perfect for most! If you would prefer to opt for a bigger gym, there's a PUREGYM right downstairs so it's really close as well.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Building management has been highly responsive to any issues I’ve raised. During the move-in process, they quickly addressed a few minor problems, such as fixing a broken cabinet in the fridge and answering my concerns about bulges in the floor panels. They replaced the cabinet issue in the fridge within two weeks. Their communication has been pretty prompt and professional, ensuring that all maintenance requests are handled efficiently. I appreciate how they stay on top of issues.

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I would have liked to know more about the schedule of community events and amenities beforehand, as these turned out to be great features that I didn’t fully appreciate until after moving in. It’s something that could’ve made the decision even easier!

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Everything what we need is around. The location is great, quiet but so close to everything including shops and grocery stores!

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Very quick. We have had only a couple of issues in the apartment so far, but we raised it with the team and it was always sorted within a few days.

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We had only Whatsapp viewing, so the apartment looked slightly bigger, but we have spoken with the manager with the offer to move to the bigger apartment after first 6 months if needed which is very helpful to know. We love living here so far!