I came to Manchester to study on exchange for six months at the university. Before moving into residence, I needed a place to stay for a couple of weeks. Staying at Rory's place is by far the best for a newcomer to the city. It is in a great location - the bus connections take you to the city in minutes! The room is comfortable with lots of light. The bathroom, kitchen and living areas are also of high standard and clean. Rory is an incredibly kind and welcoming host. He gave me a lot of insight into the city - where to go, it's history, transport etc.. In the space of sixteen days I learnt a lot about the city and its systems - something I really needed! Rory also gives you a chilled out environment where you actually feel at home.
Highly recommend !!