Offering a smaller close-knit community with just 146 rooms and apartments, Dovedale Halls: Sonoda provides a fantastic living environment for students seeking more independent living. The property is located adjacent to Hayashi accommodation on the Dovedale campus of Canterbury University.
Dovedale Halls: Sonoda is a modern accommodation facility offering a quieter, peaceful environment surrounded by Japanese-inspired landscaped grounds. Depending on demand, alcohol-free and/or single-gender apartments are available. Facilities include a common room, seminar room and laundry facilities within each building.
The residents’ wellbeing and support is at the top of the priority list, and Dovedale Halls: Sonoda further offers residents services, security, and pastoral care 24/7, including a strong and vibrant Residential Life Program.
Dovedale Halls: Sonoda is managed by UniLodge Auckland Ltd, on behalf of New Zealand Education Holdings. UniLodge proudly work in partnership as a preferred hall of residence for University of Canterbury.
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A common room is available to all residents, with a shared kitchen, pool table, table tennis, SKY TV, and DVD player. There are also organised social events for you to enjoy.
Unlimited internet available for UC students. UC Visitor Wifi available for all causal guests.
32 car parks are available with an additional $232 fee.
Secure bike storage is available on-site, providing residents with a safe and convenient place to store their bicycles. Designed with security and accessibility in mind, these facilities support an active and sustainable lifestyle, making it easy to cycle to university, nearby amenities, and around the local area with peace of mind.
The accommodation is designed with resident safety and security as a top priority, featuring comprehensive internal and external CCTV coverage, secure swipe card access to the building, and individual bedroom keys for added privacy. Residents also benefit from 24-hour support and emergency response, providing reassurance that assistance is always available whenever it’s needed.
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