Access Guide
Accommodation Overview
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About
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- The Stables is one of five self-catering cottages in the Great Barn Farm Estate, sleeping 4 guests.
- There are 2 bedrooms in total.
- There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park.
- The nearest train station is Kings Lynn.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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Getting In and Around
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- There is stepped access at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout.
- Access throughout may include manual doors, narrow walkways and narrow openings.
- The following facilities are available: a seat/chair.
- Staff receive the following training: Mental Health Awareness and Disability Awareness.
- Guests can download the Touchstay app onto their phone or computer for information on the property. The welcome sheet is printed on yellow paper for people with dyslexia.
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Parking
- The car park is located at the front of the Stables.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- Parking is free for all users.
Entrance
- This entrance is located at the front of the Stables.
- There is stepped access at the entrance.
- There are 2 steps which are unmarked, with no handrails.
- There is a 4.5cm lip at the door.
- There is a key safe at a height of 133cm.
- There is a key lock at a height of 113cm.
- There is a single manual door at this entrance.
- The door opens by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 137cm.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
- There is an alternative stepped entrance to the right of the main entrance with a width of 137cm and a sliding door.
Lounge (with Dining Area)
- The lounge is located ahead, as you enter.
- Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- Seating available in the lounge includes: armchairs, sofas and stools.
- Furniture available in the lounge includes: tables and coffee tables.
- There is a TV with subtitles.
Kitchen
- The kitchen is located to the right as you enter the Stables.
- There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
- The width of the opening is 109cm.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The kitchen has under counter cupboards.
- The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
- The hob is 93cm from the floor.
- The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The sink is 92cm from the floor.
- The sink has a twist/turn tap.
- Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a washer dryer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
- The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washer dryer and dishwasher.
Standard Bedroom (Bedroom 1 - Super King)
- The bedroom surveyed is located straight ahead, via the kitchen.
- The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and narrow walkways.
- There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
- The door opens outwards.
- The width of the door opening is 88cm.
- The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
- The top of the mattress is 61cm from the floor.
- The space under the bed is 10cm 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 mixture of chairs with and without armrests, an additional single bed and bedside plug sockets.
- The width of wardrobe walkway is 75cm.
Standard Ensuite (Bedroom 1)
- There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
- The ensuite door opens by sliding.
- The width of the door opening is 76cm.
- 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 and a hand towel available.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- Additional features include: a mirror, coat hooks and a shelf.
- The ensuite has a pedal bin.
- The ensuite has a wheel-in shower.
- The bath controls are twist/turn.
- The shower has a fixed shower head.
- The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
Standard Bedroom (Bedroom 2 - Super King)
- The bedroom surveyed is located to the left as you enter.
- The most accessible route to the bedroom has narrow openings and step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the door opening is 71cm.
- The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
- The top of the mattress is 62cm from the floor.
- The space under the bed is 9cm 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 chair without armrests and bedside plug sockets.
Standard Ensuite (Bedroom 2)
- There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
- There is a narrow walkway between the shower and the toilet of 87cm.
- The ensuite door opens outwards.
- The width of the door opening is 68cm.
- 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 soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- Additional features include: a mirror and coat hooks.
- The ensuite has a waste bin.
- The ensuite has a shower with a step.
- The shower has a fixed shower head.
- The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
- There is a step into the shower at a height of 17cm.
Seating Area (Outside)
- The seating area is located at the back of the Stables.
- The seating area is uncovered.
- The most accessible route to the seating area has a step.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have stepped access: concrete seating area.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and benches.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
