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Burlton Cottages - Barn Owl View

Charity Farm, Burlton near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, Shrewsbury, SY4 5SX

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Accommodation Overview

Parking

  • The car park is located to the front of the cottage.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • There is 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay available.
  • The Blue Badge bay is signposted but has no markings.
  • Parking is free for all users.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the cottage.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Kitchen (With Dining Area)

  • The kitchen is located round to the left as you enter.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The kitchen has a height adjustable work surface and a height adjustable hob.
  • The oven is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 86cm from the floor.
  • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washer dryer and dishwasher.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
  • The washer dryer is located in the utility cupboard at the entrance to the cottage.
    There are chairs with armrests available for the dining table.

Lounge

  • The lounge is located in the open plan area of the cottage, next to the kitchen.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.

Bedroom with Adaptations (Bedroom 1 - Super King)

  • Location and Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located to the right as you enter the cottage.
    • 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 84cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
    • The top of the mattress is 57cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 5cm 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: a TV with subtitles, a chair with armrests, bedside plug sockets, wardrobes for seated users and a desk.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.

Ensuite with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens inwards.
    • The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 80cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • 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.
    • The lateral transfer space is 182cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • There is a push button emergency alarm.
    • The ensuite has a waste bin.
    • Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and a shelf.
    • The ensuite has a wheel-in shower.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
    • The shower has a fixed shower head, an adjustable shower head which can be detached and wall-mounted grab rails.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • The shower controls are positioned at the entrance to the shower.
      There is a portable shower stool and a portable shower chair available. Please request these at time of booking.

Standard Bedroom (Bedroom 2 - Field View - Super King)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located to the far left of the cottage.
  • 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 73cm.
  • The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
  • The top of the mattress is 63cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 3cm 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: a TV with subtitles, bedside plug sockets, a chair without armrests and a desk.

Standard Ensuite (Bedroom 2 - Field View)

  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door opening is 72cm.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
  • There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • Additional features include: a mirror and a coat hook.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
  • The ensuite has a wheel-in shower.
  • The shower has a fixed shower head and an adjustable shower head which can be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.

Standard Bedroom (Bedroom 3 - Super King)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located to the far left as you enter the cottage.
  • 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 73cm.
  • The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
  • The top of the mattress is 63cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 3cm 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: a TV with subtitles, bedside plug sockets, a chair with armrests and a desk.

Standard Ensuite (Bedroom 3 - with Bath and Overhead Shower)

  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door opening is 73cm.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and a shelf.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
  • The ensuite has a bath with an overhead shower.
  • The bath controls are lever mixer.
  • The shower has a fixed shower head and an adjustable shower head which can be detached.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.

Seating Area (Outdoor Patio)

  • The seating area is located to the rear of the cottage.
  • The seating area is uncovered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • 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.

Entrance (Pool and Spa Facilities Building)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building, off the shared courtyard area.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 91cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Gym

  • The gym is located to the right as you enter the spa building.
  • There is step-free level access into the gym.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 78cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The gym is not staffed.
  • There is some clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
  • Equipment includes free weights.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.

Changing Room with Adaptations (Entrance Lobby - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The changing room surveyed is located ahead of you as you enter the spa building.
    • The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The width of the door opening is 90cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • Facilities available in the changing room include: a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel-in shower.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the toilet as you look at it.
    • The lateral transfer space is 188cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rail is on the left of the wash basin as you look at it.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • The changing room has a waste bin .
    • Additional features include: a coat hook.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • The shower has an adjustable shower head which can be detached.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is a portable shower seat available.
      There are mobile grab rails available for the shower.

Changing Area

  • Changing Area View
    • The shared changing area was surveyed.
    • The changing area is located to the rear left of the building.
    • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
    • Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles, toilets, showers and lockers.
    • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
    • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
    • There is a wash basin, a wall mounted towel dispenser and a hand dryer available.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • Shower Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
    • The shower has a fixed shower head and an adjustable shower head which can be detached.
    • The shower controls are sensor.

Pool

  • This is an indoor swimming pool.
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
  • Seating available around the pool includes: sofas and sun loungers.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.
  • Access into the water is via steps.
  • There are 7 steps which are unmarked with a handrail on the left going down.
  • The pool is not staffed and does not have a lifeguard.
  • The following adaptations are available for disabled people: pool lift.
  • Additional facilities include: a hot tub.

Spa Facilities

  • The spa is located as you enter the building.
  • Facilities available include; a swimming pool, a hot tub, a gym, a sauna, a steam room, a treatment room, a changing area and a changing room with adaptations.
  • Sauna View
    • The sauna surveyed is located to the right as you enter the pool room.
    • The most accessible route to the sauna has a step.
    • There is stepped access into the sauna.
    • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
    • The width of the opening is 55cm.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
  • Steam Room View
    • The steam room surveyed is located to the right as you enter the pool room.
    • The most accessible route to the steam room has step-free level access.
    • There is stepped access into the steam room.
    • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
    • The width of the opening is 70cm.
    • There is no emergency alarm.