FEMALE Residence Brandon Residence The Brandon is a great residence accommodation option for women who are studying with Empire State School in New York. The Brandon offers a safe and comfortable community. Friendly staff are on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide security, give information on local stores and attractions, and collect deliveries - including packages and dry cleaning. The Brandon s location is truly one of its major attractions, as it is located one block from Broadway public transportation. It is an easy walk to the Museum of Natural History and Central Park. The immediate neighbourhood is home to some of the best restaurants, shopping and recreational facilities the city has to offer. The Brandon s excellent facilities include private furnished rooms, breakfast and dinner included in rent, individual voicemail, rehearsal rooms with pianos and organized social events including concerts, movie nights and parties. BRANDON RESIDENCE CENTRAL PARK FIFTH AVENUE NEW MANHATTAN Manhattan School TIMES JERSEY QUEENS MADISON SQUARE GARDEN HUDSON RIVER GREENWICH VILLAGE SQUARE UNION SQUARE SOHO ROCKEFELLER CENTER Empire State School EMPIRE STATE BUILDING EAST RIVER East VillageSchool EAST VILLAGE BROOKLYN BROOKLYN BRIDGE Brandon Residence, located on a tree-lined street Location of Brandon Residence and New York Centers Brandon Residence for Women 340 West 85th Street New York, NY 10024 USA www.britanniastudy.com 1
FEMALE Residence BRANDON Front entrance Brandon's parlour Communal Lounge area Dresser and desk in a single room Single occupancy rooms Brandon lobby Accommodation details Type of accommodation All rooms are single occupancy and fully furnished. Meals The Brandon offers 14 meals per week, everyday (breakfast & dinner). Cooking and refrigeration facilities are also available for residents use. Kitchen There is a fully equipped kitchen in the building with a full sized fridge, stove, and microwave. Lounge areas The residence has a reading room including a lending library and TV, a rehearsal space with 2 pianos and a lovely communal area for receiving guests. Bathroom Bathrooms are communal, there are 2 bathrooms on each floor. Mail and phone Each resident has access to their own voicemail and mailboxes. Utilities Electricity, gas and water are included in the accommodation fee. The electrical current is 110/120 volts. Students from some countries will require a transformer or adaptor. There is no air conditioning provided or allowed. Laundry Laundry and ironing facilities are available in the residence. Security and keys Residents are issued with keys to their rooms. There is a friendly staff member on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide security, help with directions and local information and collect deliveries. Linens and towels A cleaning and linen service is provided. Deposit Credit card information will be taken upon arrival. Charges will be made if there is damage, loss, a smoking violation or extra cleaning to be paid for on the student s departure. Visitors No unaccompanied visitors are allowed into the residence. Visitors are not permitted to stay after 11 pm. Noise Students are requested to be considerate of their neighbours and keep noise levels to a minimum, especially after 10 pm. Social The residence organizes social events including concerts, movie nights and parties. Its a great way to make new friends and practice your English! Availability The Brandon is available to female students aged 18 and above. Please check availability. Arrival can be on Saturday or Sunday and details must be provided in advance. Departure must be on Saturday by 10 am. Different room types are available and the pictures are examples only. Information is subject to change. Published October 2011. www.britanniastudy.com 2
Male Residence new york Kolping House The Kolping House is an all male residence located on the Upper East Side of New York City. The residence is within walking distance from the subway, bus stations, grocery markets and a variety of restaurants. Students staying at The Kolping House can enjoy a pleasant subway ride to their Center. Each of the Centers in New York is approximately 20 to 30 minutes from The Kolping House by public transportation. All rooms are private with shared bathroom facilities on each floor. The common area consists of a TV, library and dining room. NEW JERSEY CENTRAL PARK KOLPING HOUSE HUDSON FIFTH RESIDENCE RIVER AVENUE MANHATTAN Midtown School TIMES SQUARE QUEENS ROCKEFELLER CENTER MADISON SQUARE GARDEN Empire State School GREENWICH VILLAGE SOHO UNION SQUARE EAST RIVER East Village School BROOKLYN EAST VILLAGE BROOKLYN BRIDGE Kolping House Entrance to Kolping House 165 East 88th Street New York NY 10128 Location of Kolping House and Centers in New York www.britanniastudy.com 1
male residence Kolping house new york Dining hall Bedroom View from street Library and dining room Bedroom Bathroom Accommodation details Type of accommodation Single occupancy and fully furnished residence rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Meals The Kolping offers 5 meals per week, Monday - Friday (lunch or dinner). Rooms Single, fully furnished rooms. Bathrooms There are shared bathrooms on each floor. Lounge area Lounge areas are located on the 1st floor. The Library / TV room has a table for studying or playing board games. There is also a recreational room with a piano that can be used on request. Utilities Electricity, gas and water are included in the accommodation fee. The Electrical Current is 110/120 volts. Students from some countries will require a transformer or adaptor. Internet and phone Students may receive calls at the front desk where a message will be taken and placed in their mailbox. There is a pay phone available for outgoing calls. Bed Linens & Towels Bed linens & a towel will be provided. Students are responsible for washing them. Laundry A laundromat is located within five minutes walking distance. Security and keys Admittance to foyer is by buzzer or personal keys only. Visitors Guests are not allowed. Noise and restrictions Students are requested to be considerate to their neighbours and keep noise levels to a minimum especially after 10 pm. Availability The Kolping residence is available year-round to men aged 18 and over. Please check availability. Deposit Credit card information will be taken upon arrival. Charges will be made if there is damage, loss, a smoking violation or extra cleaning to be paid for on the student s departure. Different room types are available and the pictures are examples only. Information is subject to change. Published November 2011. www. britanniastudy.com 2
Student Residence The New Yorker Located in the heart of Manhattan, The New Yorker is surrounded by New York City landmarks including Macy s, Madison Square Garden, Penn Station and the Broadway Theatre district. Enjoy the amazing shopping, restaurants, sights and sounds of this dynamic, exciting neighbourhood. The New Yorker is conveniently located between all mass transit subway lines, the Port Authority Bus Station and, most importantly, it is only a short commute from any Center in New York! The New Yorker offers students well located accommodation with excellent amenities including 24-hour security, air conditioning and free domestic phone calls! HUDSON RIVER CENTRAL PARK FIFTH AVENUE NEW MANHATTAN Midtown School TIMES JERSEY SQUARE ROCKEFELLER CENTER THE ER MADISON SQUARE GARDEN Empire State School EMPIRE STATE BUILDING QUEENS GREENWICH VILLAGE SOHO UNION SQUARE EAST RIVER East Village School EAST VILLAGE BROOKLYN The New Yorker BROOKLYN BRIDGE Location of The New Yorker Residence and Centers in New York The New Yorker 481 Eighth Avenue (at 34th St.) New York NY 10001 www.britanniastudy.com 1
Student Residence THE ER Bedroom Bathroom Twin room Shared room Fully furnished room The New Yorker Residence Accommodation details Type of accommodation The New Yorker residence offers self catering premium accommodation in single or twin ensuite rooms. Meals The dormitory accommodation option includes no meals. There are selfcatering facilities available as well as a 24-hour diner in the hotel. Students receive a discount for meals at the diner. Kitchen Students have use of a communal kitchen equipped with basic appliances to prepare their own meals. Refrigerators are in each of the student rooms. No cookware or kitchen utensils are provided. Rooms All of the rooms are fully furnished, have colour cable TV and air conditioning. Student lounge The residence has a comfortable student common room - ideal for socializing and practicing English! Bathrooms All of the rooms have full en suite bathroom facilities. Students must provide their own toiletries (including toilet paper). Utilities Electricity, gas and water are included in the accommodation fee. Electrical current is 110/120 volts and students from some countries may require a transformer and a plug adaptor. It is recommended students use only US bought appliances. Internet and phone Each room has its own phone and wired internet access. Wireless internet access is available in the lounge area. Unlimited domestic calling is included, However, a calling card will be needed for international calls. Laundry There is a laundromat in the building. Security and keys There is 24-hour security in the lobby. Linens and towels Bed linens are provided for guests. Students must bring their own towels. Visitors Visitors are allowed during the day. Overnight visitors must be arranged in advance. Noise and restrictions Students are requested to be considerate to their neighbours and keep noise levels to a minimum especially after 10 pm. Check-In Policy The New Yorker requires that students check in between 3 pm and 10 pm. Availability The New Yorker Hotel is available to students age 17+ year round. Please check availability with your representative. Deposit Credit card information will be taken upon arrival. Charges will be made if there is damage, loss, a smoking violation or extra cleaning to be paid for on the student s departure. Different room types are available and the pictures are examples only. Information is subject to change. Published October 2011. www.britanniastudy.com 2