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Little Comfort Farm - Caen Byre

Little Comfort Farm, Braunton, North Devon, EX33 2NJ

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Accommodation Overview

Access To

  • The distance from the car park is 60m.
  • The most accessible route has a steep ramp or slope and uneven surfaces.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the cottage.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is stepped access at the entrance.
  • There are 3 steps with no handrails.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 24cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • 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 72cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located opposite the main venue car park.
    • 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.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Lounge

  • The lounge is located ahead as you enter the cottage.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • From the exterior door there is immediate entrance into the lounge area.
  • 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.
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: sofas.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Bathroom (Ground floor)

  • The bathroom surveyed is located to the right as you enter the lounge.
  • The distance from the entrance is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • The bathroom door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 63cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 161cm (width) x 250cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin and a soap dispenser available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The toilet roll holder 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 bath with an overhead shower.
  • The bath controls are lever mixer.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are twist/turn.
  • There is no shower seat.

Kitchen

  • The kitchen is located on the right as you enter the lounge.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 71cm.
  • 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.
  • Under counter cupboards are available.
  • The hob is 93cm from the floor.
  • A lowered hob is not available.
  • The oven is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 93cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a toaster, a kettle, a dishwasher and a fridge freezer.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is 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.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located ahead and to the right as you enter the lounge.
  • The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 12 steps between floors.
  • The steps are unmarked and have no handrails.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Bedroom (1)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the right, at the top of the stairs.
  • The distance from the entrance is 8m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has 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 high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 70cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 56cm from the floor.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • 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 (2)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the first floor, to the left.
  • The distance from the entrance is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has steps.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 70cm.
  • The bedroom has a single bed and two single beds which can be pushed together.
  • The top of the mattress is 56cm from the floor.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a chair without armrests and bedside plug sockets.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Bathroom (First floor)

  • The bathroom surveyed is located to the left as you enter the first floor landing.
  • The distance from the entrance is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has steps.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • The bathroom door opens outwards and has a high 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 and a soap dispenser available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The toilet roll holder 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 shower with a step.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are twist/turn.

Seating Area (Patio)

  • The seating area is located at the front of the cottage.
  • The seating area is uncovered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has manual doors and a step.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • 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 without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.