! Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Masons Cottage 5 Harbour Row Seahouses NE68 7RN
Pre-arrival Give the name and distance of the nearest railway station.
Alnmouth - 15 miles Berwick upon Tweed - 20 miles
State whether an accessible taxi service is available.
Yes Parks from Seahouses 01665 720542 Knights from Alnmouth 01665 714555
Give information about bus services - accessibility, frequency, distance of bus stop from property, route no.
Newcastle to Berwick 501/505 will stop for passengers at the main roundabout in Seahouses
Do you offer a collection service?
No
Describe the streets in the area surrounding the property e.g. paved/cobbles/ uneven.
Pavement Tarmac
State whether you have information about local services for disabled people e.g. equipment hire, wheelchair repairs, and Shop mobility.
No
Give details of local stores where shopping can be ordered in advance or state if you can arrange for shopping to be delivered.
Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury will deliver to this area after arrival
Parking State whether parking is available on site or nearby and give the number of spaces available and distance to the property entrance.
Parking outside door of property
Describe the type of surface from the car park to the main entrance e.g. level/stepped, firm/uneven, tarmac/gravel.
Tarmac path Once step up to main entrance which is tiled
Describe any lighting in the car parking area and en-route from the car park to the property entrance.
Wall light at door Not motion sensitive
Entrance to Property How many steps, if any, to the entrance and is there a handrail?
One step No handrail
Describe any ramp available at the entrance .
No ramp
What is the clear door opening width? (Please take into account any obstacles that may reduce the size of the opening.)
2foot 3inches
Describe how well lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided.
Well lit
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! Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Describe the floor surface.
Masons Cottage 5 Harbour Row Seahouses NE68 7RN Even floor Tiled
Halls, stairs, landings, passageways Describe how well lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided.
Well lit
How wide are the passageways? Minimum width for wheelchairs/Zimmer frame/pushchair is 750mm x 800mm preferred.
30inches
Describe the floor surfaces.
Laminate floor
Describe the stairs e.g. number of steps, landings, and handrail(s). dimension of steps/threshes height, width, depth how many
13 steps Handrail both sides Narrow treads Steep stairs
Sitting /Lounge Describe where the sitting room is situated and how you access it i.e. is there level access, ramps(s) or step(s). If steps, how many?
From entrance through utility room to sitting room/kitchen All open plan downstairs
What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles?
2foot 3inches
Describe the layout within the sitting room/lounge. Is it level or are there steps? Are there large spaces between furniture, what type of seating and tables are there e.g. high/low tables, couches, and easy chairs?
Level access throughout ground floor 2 x 2 seater sofas Dining table with 4 chairs Bank of kitchen units
Is the furniture moveable?
No
Where there are TVs are subtitles/audio description available?
Yes
Describe how well lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided.
Very well lit with spotlights and wall lights
Describe the floor surface.
Laminate floor
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! Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Masons Cottage 5 Harbour Row Seahouses NE68 7RN
Kitchen Describe where the kitchen is situated and how you access it.
Back of house Level access Open plan
What is the clear door opening width, taking into account any obstacles?
2foot 5inches
State the height of the oven, hob and microwave. Does the oven have a drop down or side-opening door? How high is the work surface/food preparation area?
36inches bench with hob at bench height Oven below with drop down door 36inches
State the height of the highest shelf and lowest drawer of fridge/freezer.
Under counter fridge
State the height of wall cupboards containing crockery, glasses etc. Can these be moved to lower level cupboards on request?
4foot No
Describe the sink taps e.g. single mixer lever tap.
Twist taps Single mixer
List any aids that can assist people e.g. cordless kettle revolving 360 degrees.
Kettle only
Describe how well lit the kitchen is and what type of lighting is provided.
Very well lit
Describe the floor surface.
Laminate floor
Sitting /Lounge Describe where the sitting room is situated and how you access it.
Level access Open plan
What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles?
Normal, 750mm, no obstacles
Describe the layout within the sitting room/lounge. Is it level or are there steps? Are there large spaces between furniture, what type of seating and tables are there e.g. high/low tables, couches, and easy chairs?
Level, easy chair, sofa. Dining table and chairs. No large spaces between furniture
Is the furniture moveable?
Yes
Where there are TVs are subtitles/audio description available?
Yes
Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided.
Ceiling and side lights
Describe the floor surface.
Laminate floor
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! Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Masons Cottage 5 Harbour Row Seahouses NE68 7RN
Bathroom and toilets Is there level access from the bedroom to the en-suite or shared facilities i.e. no steps?
No Bathroom on ground floor
What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles?
2foot 3inches
Describe the shower - is it separate or over the bath? Level entry with no raised lip?
No bath Shower only Level entry Raised lip
What is the height of the WC from floor to seat?
16inches
What is the height of the washbasin? Is there clear space underneath the sink i.e. no pedestal?
32inches pedestal
What types of taps are on the washbasin and bath? e.g. lever.
Twist taps Single mixer
Give details of what support/grab rails are fitted where.
None
How well lit is the room? Describe the type of lighting used.
Ceiling light
Describe the colour contrast of the floor, walls, doorways and towels. What is the colour scheme for these?
Grey walls White woodwork Grey towels
Describe the floor surface.
Tiled floor
Bedroom 1 Do you have any ground floor bedrooms? If yes, how many?
No
What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles?
2foot 5inches
Can furniture be moved around or removed?
No
What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked?
Double
How wide is the space next to the bed(s)? (For wheelchair user to transfer onto bed)
3foot
What is the height of the bed(s) to the top of the mattress? What is the height of the clear space under the bed (if any)?
2foot No space underneath
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! Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Masons Cottage 5 Harbour Row Seahouses NE68 7RN
Describe how well lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting .
Well lit Ceiling light Bedside lights
Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted?
Free standing No adjustment
Describe the floor surface.
Laminate floor
Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided.
None
Are subtitles/audio descriptions available on televisions with instructions available on how to use it?
No
List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm clock. None State any additional features
Bedroom has raised area window seating area with patio style furniture leading onto exterior balcony
Bedroom 2 What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles?
2foot 5inches
Can furniture be moved around or removed?
No
What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked?
Twin beds
How wide is the space next to the bed(s)? (For wheelchair user to transfer onto bed)
2foot
What is the height of the bed(s) to the top of the mattress? What is the height of the clear space under the bed (if any)?
2foot No space underneath
Describe how well lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting.
Central light Bedside lamps
Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted?
Free standing No adjustment
Describe the floor surface.
Laminate floor
Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided.
None
Are subtitles/audio descriptions available on televisions with instructions available on how to use it?
No TV
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! Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR Telephone: 01665 600850 Email:
[email protected] www.northumberlandcottages.com
Access Statement
Masons Cottage 5 Harbour Row Seahouses NE68 7RN
List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm clock. None
Garden Describe the garden area that guests have access to e.g. patio and lawn.
Small open patio at front of property Nothing at rear
State whether these areas are flat/undulating, stepped (details) etc. Give details of what seating is available.
1 step down to pavement then level access Small table with 2 chairs
What is the width of footpaths?
No footpaths
Additional Information Describe any facilities, equipment or services you offer not detailed above.
None
State if you welcome assistance dogs. What facilities are offered to assistance dogs e.g. run area, water bowls?
1 dog welcome Water bowls
What internet access is available? Is this charged for or is it free? Mobile phone reception?
Internet available Wifi free Some mobiles work better than others e.g. EE
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