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Cossington Park - Park House 6 Bedroom

Cossington Park, Middle Road, Cossington, Near Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 8LH

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Accommodation Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The shared toilet facilities are located on the ground and first floors and on the mezzanine level.

Parking

Access To

  • The distance from the main road is 3m.
  • The most accessible route has slight ramps or slopes and manual gates.
  • There are double manual gates which open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 306cm.
  • The gates have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 94cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the house.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • 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 single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The entrance height of the door is 183cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Getting Around

  • The following areas have stepped access: the first and second floors and the kitchen.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and narrow walkways.
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • 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.

Stairs (main)

  • The stairs surveyed are located on the right as you enter.
  • The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 11 steps between floors.
  • The steps are unmarked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrail is not easy to grip.
  • The handrail does not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Lounge (Morning Room)

  • The lounge is located on the left as you walk in.
  • There is stepped access into the lounge.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 7cm.
  • There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: chairs with armrests, sofas and stools.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Lounge (Drawing Room)

  • The lounge is located on the right as you enter.
  • 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 door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: armchairs 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, with unshaded light sources.

Standard Toilet Facilities

  • The shared standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
  • The toilet is located in the left hand corridor as you enter.
  • The distance from the entrance is 7m.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access .
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Kitchen

  • The kitchen is located in the right side of the left hand corridor after you enter the cottage.
  • There is stepped access into the kitchen.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The height of the highest step is 15cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There are double manual doors with a low visual contrast.
  • The doors are easy to open.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 92cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
  • Under counter cupboards are available.
  • The hob is 93cm from the floor.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 90cm from the floor.
  • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a dishwasher and a kettle.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Kitchen (Scullery)

  • The kitchen is located to the right of the kitchen.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
  • Under counter cupboards are available.
  • The sink is 85cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a twist/turn tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a kettle, a toaster, a microwave and a dishwasher.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Dining Room (Breakfast Room)

  • The dining room is located on the left from the main kitchen.
  • There is stepped access into the dining room.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The width of the opening is 116cm.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Utility Room (Laundry Room)

  • The utility room is located to the left of the breakfast room.
  • There is step-free level access into the utility room.
  • There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 77cm.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 93cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The sink is 92cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the room include a fridge, a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Exit (To Herb Garden)

  • The exit area is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the exit.
  • There are double manual doors at this exit.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors are easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 111cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is step-free access via ramp as you exit.
  • The slope has a steep gradient with resting areas.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.

Dining Room (Main Dining Room)

  • The dining room is located on the far left when passing the main kitchen.
  • There is stepped access into the dining room.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 4cm.
  • There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables and long tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Lounge (Pooh's Corner)

  • The lounge is located at the top of the main stairs.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: chairs without armrests, sofas and benches.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Bedroom (Chaucer)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the right at the top of the main stairs.
  • The distance from main entrance is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has manual doors, narrow walkways and steps.
  • There is stepped access into the bedroom.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 19cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 65cm from the floor.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a chair with armrests, a sofa, bedside plug sockets and a desk.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Ensuite (Chaucer)

  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 64cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • 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 twist/turn tap.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a coat hook and a shelf.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The ensuite has a standard bath.
  • The bath controls are twist/turn.

Standard Bedroom (Nursery)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located through the left hand corridor on the first floor.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 25m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has steps and narrow walkways.
  • 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 door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 72cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 63cm from the floor.
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a chair without armrests and bedside plug sockets.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Standard Ensuite (Nursery)

  • There is stepped access into the ensuite.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 5cm.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 65cm.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • 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 toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a mirror.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The ensuite has a shower cubicle.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.

Standard Bedroom (Jolly Monks)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the mezzanine floor.
  • The distance from the entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has narrow openings, narrow walkways and steps.
  • 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 door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • The bedroom has twin beds.
  • The top of the mattress is 71cm from the floor.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets and a coffee table.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Ensuite (Jolly Monks - Great Tom Bathroom)

  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 71cm.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • 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 twist turn mixer tap.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a mirror and coat hooks.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The ensuite has a shower cubicle and a bath.
  • The bath controls are twist/turn.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.

Standard Bedroom (Pump Room)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the right side of the mezzanine.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has narrow walkways and steps.
  • 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 door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 82cm from the floor.
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a chair without armrests, bedside plug sockets and a desk.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Bedroom (Trusty Servant)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located at the top of the rear staircase.
  • The distance from the entrance is 25m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has narrow walkways, narrow openings and steps.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has narrow openings, steps and narrow walkways.
  • 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 door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 82cm from the floor.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a sofa, bedside plug sockets and a desk.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Ensuite (Trusty Servant)

  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • 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 toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a mirror, coat hooks and a shelf.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The ensuite has a shower cubicle.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.

Standard Bedroom (Cobbler)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the left side of the mezzanine.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has narrow walkways, steps and narrow openings.
  • 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 door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 75cm from the floor.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a chair without armrests, bedside plug sockets and a coffee table.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Bathroom (Blue Bathroom)

  • The bathroom surveyed is located directly ahead at the top of the mezzanine.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 37m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has narrow walkways, narrow openings and steps.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • The bathroom door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 70cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • 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 twist turn mixer tap.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and a shelf.
  • 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 standard bath.
  • The bath controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.