Exceptionally Large Unfurnished Room – Burnley – £

A very large, bright, unfurnished room is available in my home in Burnley.

The room has two windows and enough space to create separate sleeping, working and sitting areas. It would particularly suit a professional or student who has their own furniture.

The rent is £500 per calendar month. This includes gas, electricity, water and broadband. A deposit of £500 of one month’s rent in advance will be required.

THE PROPERTY

This is a large Victorian house.

It is safe, functional and comfortable, but parts of the room and property are cosmetically unfinished.

The room is being offered in its present condition because substantial renovations are planned for summer 2027.

The arrangement is therefore likely to suit somebody who values space, affordability and a settled household more than modern décor.

The successful lodger can decorate the room but this will need discussion.

The kitchen, bathroom facilities and other appropriate household areas are shared.

There are also five cats in the home, but they have their own space, are in my bedroom or are outside most of the day, and are absolutely lovely.

THE HOUSEHOLD

I am 41, the homeowner, a Bar (Law) student and an experienced Carer.

I am friendly, sociable and straightforward, but I also have a busy, independent life and value privacy, clear communication and mutual respect. I want somebody who can feel comfortable in the household while also living their own life.

Other adults live in the property through established Shared Lives arrangements. Shared Lives is like fostering but for adults with learning disabilities.

One is 25, with a learning disability, while the other is 21 and autistic. They have their own routines and generally keep to themselves or spend time together, but they are friendly and will likely be interested in getting to know whoever moves in and making them feel welcome. Both are avid Gamers.

This is accommodation only. The lodger will not have any caring, supervisory or support responsibilities.

WHO WOULD SUIT THE HOUSE?

Previous experience around disability or supported households would be helpful, although personal compatibility and the right attitude are equally important.

The room would particularly suit a reliable working professional in care, support work, the NHS, social care, education, public services or a related area.

I am also returning to university, so a student would be equally welcome.

I am looking for somebody who is:

• Kind, respectful and comfortable in an inclusive household.
• Clean and considerate in shared areas.
• Financially reliable.
• Independent.
• Able to communicate directly.
• Respectful of privacy and safeguarding boundaries.
• Looking for a calm home rather than a party house, although occasional parties do happen.

CHECKS

Applicants must provide:

• Proof of identity and Right to Rent in England, such as a British or Irish passport or Home Office share code, as applicable.

• Proof of income, student funding or other evidence of ability to pay the rent.

• One reference will be required, preferably from a previous landlord. If you have not rented before, an employer, manager, university tutor or other professional reference will be accepted.

The successful applicant will sign a written resident-landlord licence agreement.

The £500 advertised rent is for single occupancy.

When replying, please include your occupation, intended move-in date, expected length of stay, and a little about your normal routine and what you are looking for in a home.