Access Statement Seagrass Cottage 29 Longbeach Drive Beadnell NE67 5EG. Pre-Arrival. Parking. Entrance to Property. Prepared 24.4.

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1 Pre-Arrival Give the name and distance of the nearest railway station. State whether an accessible taxi service is available. Give information about bus services. Do you offer a collection service? Describe the streets in the area surrounding the property e.g. paved State whether you have information about local services for disabled people. Give details of local stores where shopping can be ordered in advance or state if you can arrange for shopping to be delivered. Alnmouth Station is 17 miles away Taxis can be booked by telephone Travelsure dial a ride Timetables on bus stops Paved Co-operative in Seahouses Sainsburys, Tesco and Asda will deliver Parking State whether parking is available on site or nearby and give the number of spaces available and distance to the property entrance. Describe the type of surface from the car park to the main entrance. Describe any lighting in the car parking area and en-route from the car park to the property entrance. Off street parking for 2 cars on the drive Block paving, firm Entrance to Property How many steps, if any, to the entrance and is there a handrail? Describe any ramp available at the entrance - are there handrails on one or both sides of the ramp? State if no level access is provided. What is the clear door opening width? Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided e.g. ceiling spotlights. handrail ramp Well lit Ceiling light Prepared Page 1

2 Karndean Halls & stairs Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided e.g. ceiling spotlights. How wide are the passageways? Minimum width for wheelchairs/zimmer frame/pushchair is 750mm x preferred. Describe the floor surfaces. Describe the stairs e.g. number of steps, landings, and handrail(s). dimension of steps/threshes height, width, depth how many Well lit Ceiling light at base of stairs Wood 13 steps Each step x 200mm x 240mm Downstairs WC What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles? What is the height of the WC from floor to seat? What is the height of the washbasin? Is there clear space underneath the sink i.e. no pedestal? What types of taps are on the washbasin? e.g. lever. How well lit is the room? Describe the type of lighting used e.g. ceiling lights, fluorescent tube shaving light. 380mm 675mm pedestal but there is a shoe rack Lever Sitting Room 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? What is the clear door opening width, taking into account any 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? Situated just off the lobby 2 x 2 seater sofas Low coffee table Prepared Page 2

3 Is the furniture moveable? Where there are TVs are subtitles/audio description available? Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is provided. Wood Kitchen/dining area Describe where the kitchen is situated and how you access it i.e. is there level access ramp(s) or step(s). If steps, how many? What is the clear door opening width, taking into account any obstacles? 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 area? State the height of the highest shelf and lowest drawer of fridge/freezer. State the height of wall cupboards containing crockery, glasses etc. Can these be moved to lower level cupboards on request? Describe the sink taps e.g. single mixer lever tap. List any aids that can assist people e.g. cordless kettle. Describe how well/evenly lit the kitchen is and what type of lighting is provided. Describe any places to eat e.g. is there a table and chairs in the kitchen? What is the clear height underneath the table? Describe the type of chairs, with/without arms? Access via door from sitting room Oven 750mm with drop down door Hob 900mm Microwave 1200mm 900mm 450mm 750mm 1500 Dual lever taps Cordless kettle Ceiling spotlights 659mm 4 chairs & 1 bench Karndean Prepared Page 3

4 Bedrooms 1 Do you have any ground floor bedrooms? If yes, how many? What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles? Can furniture be moved around or removed? What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked? How wide is the space next to the bed? (For wheelchair user to transfer onto bed. 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)? Describe how well/evenly lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is provided. Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided. Are subtitles/audio descriptions available on televisions with instructions available on how to use it? List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm clock. Double 650mm Double wardrobe & 2 low level drawers All bedrooms have short pile carpet All bedding throughout the Cottage is non-allergic TV only in bedroom 1 Bedroom 2 What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked? How wide is the space next to the bed? 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)? Describe how well/evenly lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is provided. Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? Single 700mm 650mm 300mm Double wardrobe & 2 drawers Prepared Page 4

5 Bedroom 3 What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked? How wide is the space next to the bed? 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)? Describe how well/evenly lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is provided. Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? Single 650mm 300mm wardrobe but hanging space on wall 6 drawers Family bathroom Is there level access from the bedroom to the bathroom What is the clear door opening width, taking in account any obstacles? Describe the shower. What is the height of the WC from floor to seat? What is the height of the washbasin? Is there clear space underneath the sink i.e. no pedestal? What types of taps are on the washbasin and bath? e.g. lever. Give details of what support/grab rails are fitted where. How well lit is the room? Describe the type of lighting used e.g. ceiling lights, fluorescent tube shaving light. Describe the colour contrast of the floor, walls, doorways and towels. What is the colour scheme for these? Over bath shower 400mm 830mm pedestal Lever mixer taps grab rails Ceiling spotlights Vellux window White walls Vinyl wood effect floor Grey towels Prepared Page 5

6 ! Garden Describe the garden area that guests have access to e.g. patio and lawn. State whether these areas are flat/undulating, stepped (details) etc. Give details of what seating is available. What is the width of footpaths? Describe the surface of the footpaths e.g. level/firm/uneven/is gravel used? Patio & lawn Flat Picnic table Picnic chairs in storage box Level Additional Information Describe any facilities, equipment or services you offer not detailed above. Assistance dogs, it is illegal to refuse to accept working assistance dogs. What facilities are offered to assistance dogs e.g. run area, water bowls? What internet access is available? Is this charged for or is it free? Mobile phone reception? Enclosed garden Water & feeding bowl Free wifi Mobile reception OK Prepared Page 6