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The Granary, Larkbeare Grange

Talaton, Exeter, EX5 2RY

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Accommodation Overview

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the right hand side of the accommodation.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • 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.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
    • There is 1 electric vehicle charging point.
    • The dimensions of the electric vehicle charging bay are 250cm (width) x 450cm (depth).
    • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • You do not need an online account to use the charging point.
    • Payment for EV charging is made to The Granary at the end of your stay.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the accommodation.
  • 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 lock at a height of 97cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 89cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a medium colour contrast.
  • Guests will be greeted by the hosts on arrival.

Utility Room

  • The utility room is located ahead, as you enter the accommodation.
  • There is step-free level access into the utility room.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 93cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Under counter cupboards are available.
  • The sink is 93cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a lever tap.
  • Facilities within the room include a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washing machine and tumble dryer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a pulley system to hang clothes.

Standard Toilet Facilities

  • The shared standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
  • The toilets are located ahead from the front door, through the utility room.
  • The distance from the front door is 6m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilets has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilets.
  • There is not any signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There are not ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • Hand drying facilities include: a hand towel.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Lounge/Diner

  • The lounge is located to the right hand side, as you enter the accommodation.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There are chairs with and without armrests at the dining table.
  • The dining table extends at both ends.

Kitchen

  • The kitchen is located to the left hand side, as you enter the main living area.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The hob is 92cm from the floor.
  • A height adjustable hob is available.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 92cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a lever tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: high stools.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There is a Franke boiling water tap
  • There is a Nespresso coffee machine.
  • The height of the breakfast bar is 91cm.

Outdoor Seating Area/Garden

  • Location and Access View
    • The outdoor seating area is located to the rear of the accommodation and is accessed via patio doors leading off both bedrooms and the lounge area.
    • 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 to this area.
    • There are double manual doors.
    • The doors open by sliding.
    • The width of the opening is 207cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is partially covered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • 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 in the seating area.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • 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 no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • A bbq is available.
    • The seating area/garden can also be accessed via the side gate. The route is all level and grassed.

Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located to the right hand side of the lounge area.
    • The distance from the entrance to the accommodation is 10m.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • 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 high colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
    • The top of the mattress is 50cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 6cm from the floor.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair without armrests.
    • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk.
    • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, TV with subtitles and a flashing fire alarm.
    • There is an emergency phone.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • There is a terrace, which is accessed via a manual door.
    • The width of the terrace door opening is 82cm.
    • The bed is an HSL profiling bed with a Hypnos pressure relief mattress.
    • There is a lower hanging rail in the wardrobe.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 81cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 229cm (width) x 339cm (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 100cm (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 is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm 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 medium colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 90cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has lever taps.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wash basin mounted soap dispenser.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
    • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The cubicle has a pedal bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 170cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • The toilet is a Geberit Aquaclean Mera Comfort toilet.
    • Suction grab rails can be provided on request.
    • There are two wash basins.
    • There is a TV in the ensuite bathroom.
    • The ensuite has a wheel in shower and a bath.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
    • There is a flip-down shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 50cm from the floor.
    • There is a grab rail for the shower.
    • The grab rail for the shower has a high colour contrast.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 50cm.
    • The bath has a lever mixer control.

Standard Bedroom and Ensuite

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located to the right hand side of the living area.
    • The distance from the lounge area is 5m.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • 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 high colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
    • The top of the mattress is 50cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 6cm from the floor.
    • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair without armrests.
    • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk.
    • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, TV with subtitles and a flashing fire alarm.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There is a terrace, which is accessed via a manual door.
    • The width of the terrace door opening is 82cm.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 81cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a wash basin mounted soap dispenser.
    • There is a hand towel for drying hands.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • The wash basin has lever taps.
    • Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and an emergency alarm.
    • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • The ensuite has a bath and a shower cubicle.
    • The wash basin has lever controls.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are lever.