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Park Hill Mews - No. 2

The Ghyll, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 7BD

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Accommodation Overview

  • About View
    • No.2 Park Hill Mews is a self-contained holiday home nestled in the historic maritime town of Maryport, on the doorstep of the Lake District National Park. No.2 Park Hill Mews is 1 of 3 holiday homes in a terrace, located up a private driveway.
    • There are 2 bedrooms in total.
    • There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
    • None of the bedrooms with adaptations have adjoining rooms.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free access via slope at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • Access throughout may include manual doors.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is seating available.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: bed raisers and mobility scooter charging facilities.
    • Additional equipment which can be borrowed or hired includes: a high chair, toilet support frame and shower stool.
    • Park Hill Mews - No. 2 is an allergy-friendly accommodation option and does not allow dogs.
    • The other 2 accommodation options on site do allow dogs.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located directly outside of the accommodation.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and block paving.
    • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • Each property has an allocated parking space.
    • There is additional parking nearby if required.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the side of the accommodation, and leads into the reception hallway.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is a key lock at a height of 100cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 83cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Lounge

  • The lounge is located to the right after entering.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • The width of the opening is 144cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: chairs without armrests and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Family Bathroom

  • The bathroom surveyed is located past the lounge.
  • The distance from the entrance is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • The bathroom door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 330cm (width) x 160cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 160cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand dryer available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a mirror.
  • The bathroom has a pedal bin.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The bathroom has a wheel-in shower.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are push.
  • A shower stool and toilet support frame can be added to this bathroom on request.

Standard Bedroom (Double)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located opposite the front entrance.
  • The distance from the entrance is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 45cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 22cm from the floor.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • The following is available in this bedroom: wardrobes for seated users and bedside plug sockets.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Bedroom (Double with Bunk Bed)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located to the left after entering.
  • The distance from the entrance is 5m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 50cm 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 (150cm x 150cm).
  • The following is available in this bedroom: wardrobes for seated users, bedside plug sockets, a coffee table and an additional single bed.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The additional bed is a bunk bed with stepped access.

Kitchen (with Dining)

  • The kitchen is located to the left side of the hallway.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 94cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The hob is 94cm from the floor.
  • A lowered hob is not available.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 94cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a twist/turn tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is paid access to a washing machine and dryer. This is by arrangement only in the main building.

Access to Patio and BBQ Seating Area

  • Location and Access View
    • There is access to the Patio and shared BBQ seating area from the kitchen.
    • The width of the external door is 73cm.
    • There are portable ramps to access some areas, and access is possible via an alternative route by prior arrangement.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • Seating available in this area includes: sofas.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.