Access Guide
Overview
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About
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- There are 458 bedrooms.
- There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
- There are 14 bedrooms with adaptations.
- There is step-free level access to all bedrooms with adaptations.
- None of the bedrooms with adaptations have adjoining rooms.
- All bedrooms with adaptations have an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
- Only assistance dogs are welcomed here.
- Shared facilities include: restaurants, bars, a gym, a spa, a games room, shops and swimming pools.
- A hair salon is also available.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
- There is a drop-off point.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have stepped access: access to the playground, minigolf, sports courts, and the rooftop pool area.
- The following areas have step-free access via slopes or ramps: Bar Palmera, the lobby lounge, the splash pools and the main pool area.
- There are no doors to open along circulation routes.
- Levels -2 to 6 can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- Seating is available.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair, an electric wheelchair and a mobility scooter.
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- There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
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Toilet and Changing Facilities
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Toilet Facilities
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- There are 5 toilets with adaptations.
- The toilets with adaptations are located on level -2 to the rear of the lobby, on the -1 corridor and on level 0 to either side of the pools.
- The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
- Toilet with adaptations on level -1 and level 0 has no transfer space.
- Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located on level -2 to the rear of the lobby, on the -1 corridor, level 0 to either side of the pools and on level 6.
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Changing Facilities
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- Standard changing facilities are located beside the children's pool on level 0.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the female toilets on level -2 and in the toilets with adaptations on levels -1 and 0.
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Washroom and Shower Facilities
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- Standard shower facilities are located to the rear of the pool in the standard male and female toilets on level 0 and in the level 6 rooftop standard toilets.
Parking
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Car Park
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- The car park is located to the right and left of the main entrance.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of block paving.
- There are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are signposted but have no markings.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- Parking is free for all users.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Points
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- There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
- There are 2 electric vehicle charging points.
- The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 314cm (width) x 474cm (depth).
- The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- An online account is required to use the charging point.
- Payment can be made via an app.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is a designated drop-off point available.
- The designated drop-off point is located at the front of the building.
- There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.
Entrance (Main)
- This entrance is located at the front of the hotel, giving access to level -2.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 122cm.
- There is an intercom at a height of 155cm.
- There are double automatic doors.
- The doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 183cm.
- The doors have a low colour contrast.
Lobby
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- There is step-free level access to the lobby.
- The following are located in the lobby area: reception / check-in, an excursions service, a luggage room, shops, a seating area and a bar.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the lobby area.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps: the lounge area.
- Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
- There is background noise.
- There is wayfinding and overhead / area signage in the lobby area.
- The colour, design and typeface of signage is not consistent throughout.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
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Reception / Check-In
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- The height of the reception desk is 110cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the desk.
- The reception has windows and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The payment machine is portable.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Seating
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- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs, sofas and stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and desks.
- The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
Shop (Bazar Costa Adeje)
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Access to the Shop
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- Bazar Costa Adeje is located in the lobby on level -2.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
- There is step-free level access into the shop.
- There are double manual doors.
- The doors are permanently held open.
- The width of the opening is 143cm.
- The doors have a low colour contrast.
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Shop
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- There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
- The majority of main aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
- The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
- Some aisles did have obstructions at the time of the survey, these included: product displays.
- Product displays/containers that may be more difficult for some to reach or open include: low shelving and high shelving.
- The flooring is shiny.
- There is background noise.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
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Payment Counters and Checkouts
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- The payment counter is located to the right when entering.
- Signage is not provided for the counter.
- The height of the counter is 96cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The payment machine is portable.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Shop (Clothing and Accessories)
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Access to the Shop
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- The shop is located in the lobby on level -2.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
- There is step-free level access into the shop.
- There are double manual doors.
- The doors open away from you.
- The doors require effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 146cm.
- The doors have a low colour contrast.
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Shop
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- There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
- The majority of main aisle widths are under 120cm.
- The majority of product aisle widths are under 120cm.
- Aisles did have obstructions at the time of the survey, these included: product displays.
- Product displays/containers that may be more difficult for some to reach or open include: low shelving and high shelving.
- The flooring is shiny.
- There is background noise.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
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Payment Counters and Checkouts
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- The payment counter is located ahead when entering the shop.
- Signage is not provided for the counter.
- The height of the counter is 100cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The payment machine is at a fixed height.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Kids Club - Teens Den
- The room is located to the rear left of the lobby on level -2.
- The distance from the main entrance is 35m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There are double manual doors.
- The doors open away from you.
- The doors require effort to open.
- One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
- The locked door can be opened on request.
- The width of the opening is 93cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The doors have a low colour contrast.
- There is step-free level access throughout.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The flooring is patterned.
- The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
- Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests, benches and stools.
- Some seating is fixed.
- Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
- The tables are fixed.
- The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Additional facilities/services include: a television and a play area.
- There may be background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
Kids Club - Children's Play Area
- The children's play area is located to the rear left of the lobby on level -2.
- There is step-free level access to this area.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the entrance.
- There is a single manual door.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 97cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a low colour contrast.
- The doors are permanently held open.
- One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
- The width of the opening is 93cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The doors have a low colour contrast.
- Services and facilities in this area include: a play area, crafts area, a television, games, a playhouse, and standard children's toilet.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- There is stepped access to the play stage.
- There is step-free access by slope to the playhouse.
- There are no doors along circulation routes in this area.
- Access throughout may include narrow walkways and moveable physical obstructions.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The flooring is patterned.
- The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
- Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, benches and stools.
- Some seating is fixed.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
- The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There may be background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
Toilet with Adaptations (Level -2 - Left Hand Transfer)
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Location
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- The toilet surveyed is located on level -2, next to the main lift bank.
- The distance from the main entrance is 60m.
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Route
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- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
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Access
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- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 74cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a medium colour contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 171cm (width) x 304cm (depth).
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
- The lateral transfer space is 106cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush for the toilet.
- The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There are dropdown grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown grab rails have a high colour contrast.
- The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 85cm from the floor.
- There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 122cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser has a high colour contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 116cm from the floor.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- There is no emergency alarm.
- There is a mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a pedal bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
Lift (Main - Level -2 to Level 5)
- The lift surveyed is located to the rear of lobby on level -2.
- The distance from the main entrance is 50m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
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Standard Lift
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- Levels -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 can be accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high colour contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The weight limit for the lift is 1250kg.
- The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
- Some of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 80cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 119cm (width) x 225cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
- The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
- Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a mirror to aid reversing.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
- There is a similar lift on the opposite side of the lobby.
Stairs (Main - Level -2 to Level 0)
- The stairs are located to the rear of the lobby on level -2.
- Levels -2,-1 and 0 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The steps are unmarked.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 15cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
Toilet with Adaptations (Level 0 - La Finca Restaurant - Right Hand Transfer)
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Location
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- The toilet surveyed is located on level 0, outside La Finca Restaurant.
- The distance from the lift is 8m.
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Route
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- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
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Access
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- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 76cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a medium colour contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 189cm (width) x 250cm (depth).
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 130cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush for the toilet.
- The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
- There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
- The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 85cm from the floor.
- There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 123cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser has a high colour contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 117cm from the floor.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- There is no emergency alarm.
- There is a mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a pedal bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 118cm.
- The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
Lift (Level 0 to Level 6)
- The lift surveyed is located on level, to the rear of the pools.
- The distance from the main lifts is 50m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
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Standard Lift
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- Levels 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 can be accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high colour contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The weight limit for the lift is 1250kg.
- The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 80cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 118cm (width) x 225cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
- The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
- Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities and a visual floor indicator.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Stairs (Level 0 to 6)
- The stairs are located to the rear of level 0.
- Levels 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The steps are unmarked.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 15cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
- A similar set of stairs for levels 0 to 5 are also available.
Hotel Corridors
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Access
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- There is step-free access between floors via lift.
- Access to the balcony pool viewing area on level 1 is via 3 steps.
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Circulation
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- There are no doors to open along circulation routes.
- There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along the majority of circulation routes.
- Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
- There may be background noise.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
- Seating available in the walkways includes: benches.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (Level 1 - Room 114)
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Bedroom Access
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- The bedroom surveyed is located on level 1.
- The distance from the lift is 43m.
- The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
- Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
- There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
- There is numbered signage on or near the door.
- Entry to the room is by a key card reader.
- The height of the key card reader is 112cm.
- The door opens inwards and has a low colour contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 76cm.
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Bedroom Features
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- The bedroom has a double bed.
- The top of the mattress is 57cm from the floor.
- The space under the bed is 25cm from the floor.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
- The flooring is shiny and patterned.
- Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair without armrests and a sofa.
- Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk, a table and a wardrobe for a seated user.
- The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, a medication fridge and TV with subtitles.
- There is no emergency alarm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
- There is a balcony, which is accessed via a manual door.
- The width of the balcony door opening is 119cm.
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Ensuite Access
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- There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
- The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 80cm.
- Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Ensuite Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the ensuite are 213cm (width) x 378cm (depth).
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 104cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush for the toilet.
- The flush is on top of the cistern.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There are dropdown grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown grab rails have a high colour contrast.
- The toilet seat is 45cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 62cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 84cm from the floor.
- There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
- There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
- There is no emergency alarm.
- There is a mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a waste bin and a pedal bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 122cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
- The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
- There is a fixed shower head and a separate adjustable shower head.
- The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 47cm from the floor.
- There are grab rails for the shower.
- The grab rails for the shower have a high colour contrast.
- There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
Grounds
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About
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- The following is available in this area: a playground, sports courts, walkways, grounds, swimming pools, restaurants, bars and a golf course.
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Getting Around
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- There are surfaced footpaths throughout.
- Surfaced footpaths consist of: block paving and paving slabs.
- The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
- Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces and bins.
- There is wayfinding signage in this area.
- There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
- There is not step-free level access throughout.
- The following areas have stepped access: the squash court, minigolf course and playground.
- The following areas have step-free access via ramps: access to the pool and spa, walkways, the children's pool area, the playground and minigolf.
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Playground
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- The playground is accessed via a gate.
- The width of the opening is 98cm.
- Some of the play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
- The following play experiences are available: swinging, sliding, rocking, climbing, viewing and social play (e.g. water or sand pits, talk tubes, hopscotch, roundabouts, see-saws).
- Routes around the play equipment are not firm and even.
- The majority of routes around the play equipment are at least 150cm wide.
