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The Tranquil Otter - Alder Lodge

The Lough, Thurstonfield, CA5 6HB

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Accommodation Overview

  • About View
    • Alder Lodge is a two-bedroomed log cabin set on two floors, with an accessible bedroom and a bathroom with adaptations on the ground floor.
    • There is step-free level access to some of the bedrooms.
    • Dogs are welcomed at this venue.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • 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 step-free access via ramps or slopes: the boat mooring.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the first floor bedroom and ensuite.
    • Access throughout may include manual doors.
    • The ground and first floor can be accessed via stairs.
    • The following facilities are available: a seat/chair, an electric scooter, bed raisers, bath steps, raised toilet seats, a water bowl for assistance dogs, shower chairs and mobility scooter charging facilities.
    • Staff receive the following training: Disability Awareness.

Parking

  • The car park is located next to the lodge.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • Parking is free for all users.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the side of the lodge.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
  • There is a key pad at a height of 110cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Lounge

  • The lounge is located straight head, after entering.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: sofas.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.

Kitchen (with Dining Area)

  • The kitchen is located next to the main lounge area.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The kitchen has overhead cupboards and under counter cupboards.
  • The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
  • The hob is 92cm from the floor.
  • The oven is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 92cm from the floor.
  • The sink has a lever tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a washing machine, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.

Standard Bedroom (Super King / Twin)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the right hand side after entering, beyond the bathroom.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm.
  • The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
  • The top of the mattress is 70cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 5cm from the floor.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • The following is available in this bedroom: an armchair, wardrobes for seated users, bedside plug sockets, a desk and a TV with subtitles.

Bathroom with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The bathroom surveyed is located on the right hand side, after entering.
    • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The width of the door opening is 79cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The toilet seat is 45cm from the floor.
    • There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • The bathroom has a pedal bin.
    • Additional features include: a mirror.
    • The bathroom has a wheel in shower and a bath.
    • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 60cm.
    • The bath controls are lever mixer.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
    • The shower has a fixed shower head and an adjustable shower head.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.

Standard Bedroom and Ensuite (King Size / Twin - First Floor)

  • Bedroom Access View
    • There is stepped access into the bedroom.
    • There are 13 steps which are unmarked with a handrail on the right going up.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
    • The top of the mattress is 64cm from the floor.
    • The following is available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, a desk and a sofa bed.
    • There is also a day bed in this room.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens inwards.
    • The width of the door opening is 69cm.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • Additional features include: a mirror.
    • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
    • The ensuite has a shower cubicle.
    • The shower has a fixed shower head and an adjustable shower head which can be detached.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.

Outdoor Seating Area with Hot Tub and Lake Access

  • The seating area is located outside the lodge.
  • Some of the seating area is covered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: to the boat mooring.
  • There is 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: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.