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Kaya at Blackhill Farm

Blackhill Farm, Craswell, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 0PH

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Overview

  • About View
    • Kaya at Blackhill Farm has 3 different accommodation options onsite: Sky House Yurt, Pumla Yurt and The Nook. They can be booked individually or on a combined basis.
    • Facilities available in the venue include: accommodation, outdoor seating areas, onsite parking.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: access to the yurts.
    • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces.
    • The lower ground floor and the first floor of The Nook can be accessed via stairs.
    • The following facilities are available: a seat/chair and mobility scooter charging facilities.
    • Additional equipment which can be borrowed or hired includes: shower stools, raised toilet seats, anti slip mats, a bath board.
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    • The venue can provide large print documents.
    • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.

Parking

  • The car park is located on the lower level of the property.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • There is 1 electric vehicle charging point.
  • The charging points require an app.
  • Guests can use the wheeled trolleys to transport their belongings to the yurts.

Access To (The Yurts)

  • The Yurts are situated up the steep slope from the car park.
  • The journey time from the car park is approximately 5 minutes to Pumla Yurt and 7 minutes to Sky House Yurt.
  • The most accessible route has ramps or slopes.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.

Accommodation with Adaptations (Sky House Yurt - King Size)

  • Accommodation Access View
    • There is step-free access via ramp into the yurt.
    • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
    • The key lock is at a height of 85cm.
    • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
    • The doors open away from you.
    • The width of the opening is 142cm.
    • A portable ramp to access the yurt can be requested in advance and left in place before guests arrive.
  • Accommodation Features View
    • The room has a double bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 75cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 30cm from the floor.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
    • The following features/facilities are available: a dining table and a coffee table.
    • Seating available includes: a chair without armrests.
  • Kitchenette Facilities View
    • The following facilities are available in the kitchenette: a fridge freezer, a kettle and an oven.
    • The kitchenette has overhead cupboards and under counter cupboards.
    • The work surface is 88cm from the floor.
    • The hob is 88cm from the floor.
    • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The sink is 88cm from the floor.
    • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
    • The opening into the kitchen area is 87cm.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 95cm.
    • There is not 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 80cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a pull chain flush on the transfer side.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The toilet seat is 42cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin and a soap dispenser available.
    • The wash basin has a lever tap.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • The ensuite has a waste bin.
    • Additional features include: a mirror, coat hooks and a shelf.
    • There is gap of 60cm to access the ensuite past the bath.
    • The ensuite has a standard bath.
    • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 61cm.
    • The bath controls are twist/turn.
    • The bath is situated outside of the ensuite in the main room. There is an external shower with adaptations.

Shower with Adaptations (Sky House Yurt)

  • Location and Access View
    • The shower surveyed is located outside the yurt, off the decked area.
    • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access and a ramp or slope.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
    • The shower has a fixed shower head, a flip-down seat and a dropdown rail.
    • The shower seat is 50cm from the floor.
    • The shower controls are twist/turn.
    • There is no emergency alarm for the shower.

Seating Area (Sky House Yurt)

  • The seating area is located outside of the double doors, on the decked area.
  • The seating area is uncovered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has a ramp or slope and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.

Accommodation with Adaptations (Pumla Yurt - King Size)

  • Accommodation Access View
    • Pumla Yurt is located 100 metres from the car park.
    • There is step-free access via ramp into the yurt.
    • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
    • The key lock is at a height of 85cm.
    • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
    • The doors open away from you.
    • The width of the opening is 126cm.
    • A portable ramp into the yurt can be requested in advance and left in place before guests arrive.
  • Accommodation Features View
    • The room has a double bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 55cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 4cm from the floor.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
    • The following features/facilities are available: bedside plug sockets, a dining table and a coffee table.
    • Seating available includes: a chair without armrests.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
  • Kitchenette Facilities View
    • The following facilities are available in the kitchenette: a fridge freezer, a kettle and an oven.
    • The kitchenette has under counter cupboards.
    • The work surface is 89cm from the floor.
    • The hob is 89cm from the floor.
    • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The sink is 89cm from the floor.
    • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
    • The opening into the kitchen area is 91cm.
  • Ensuite Facilities View
    • The width of the door opening to the ensuite 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 push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
    • The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
    • The wash basin has a lever tap.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
    • Additional features include: a mirror and coat hooks.
    • The ensuite has a shower cubicle.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
    • The shower has a fixed shower head and an adjustable shower head which can be detached.
    • The shower controls are push.

Seating Area (Pumla Yurt - Bath Area)

  • The seating area is located outside of the double doors, on the decked area.
  • The seating area is uncovered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has a ramp or slope and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • There is a bath in this area at a height of 60cm.

Seating Area (Pumla Yurt BBQ Area)

  • The seating area is located in front of the yurt.
  • The seating area is uncovered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has ramps or slopes.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the bbq area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • There is a steep slope to access this area, or an alternative ramped access with 2 steps.

Entrance (The Nook)

  • This entrance is located to the side of the building.
  • There is stepped access at the entrance.
  • There is 1 step which is unmarked, with no handrails.
  • There is a key lock at a height of 93cm.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 78cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Kitchen (The Nook)

  • The kitchen is located ahead after entering.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 70cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The kitchen has under counter cupboards.
  • The work surface is 91cm from the floor.
  • The hob is 91cm from the floor.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 91cm from the floor.
  • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a washer dryer, a kettle and a toaster.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washer dryer and dishwasher.

Lounge (The Nook - with Dining Area)

  • The lounge is located next to the kitchen.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: tables.
  • There is no TV.

Standard Bathroom (The Nook - Cloakroom Toilet)

  • The bathroom surveyed is located to the left after entering.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • The width of the door opening is 65cm.
  • 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 soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
  • The wash basin has a lever tap.
  • The bathroom has a pedal bin.

Stairs (The Nook)

  • The stairs surveyed are located off the lounge.
  • There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
  • The bathroom and the bedroom can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 9 steps between floors which are unmarked and have a handrail on the right going up.

Standard Bedroom (The Nook - Lower Ground Level - King Size)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the lower ground level.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has steps and manual doors.
  • There is stepped access into the bedroom.
  • There are 4 steps which are unmarked with no handrails.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 75cm from the floor.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets.

Standard Ensuite (The Nook - Lower Ground Level)

  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door opening is 72cm.
  • 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.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
  • The ensuite has a shower cubicle.
  • The shower has a fixed shower head.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.

Standard Bathroom (The Nook - First Floor)

  • The bathroom surveyed is located on the first floor.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has steps.
  • There is stepped access into the bathroom.
  • There are 9 steps which are unmarked with a handrail on the right going up.
  • The bathroom has a standard bath.
  • The bath controls are twist/turn.

Seating Area (The Nook - BBQ Area)

  • The seating area is located at the side of The Nook.
  • The seating area is uncovered.
  • The most accessible route to the seating area has steps and uneven surfaces.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the bbq area, the hot tub.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.