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Croftwood Cottage

Deshar Road, Boat of Garten, Inverness-shire, PH24 3BN

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Accommodation Overview

  • About View
    • There are 2 bedrooms in total.
    • There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
    • There is 1 bedroom with adaptations.
    • The bedroom with adaptations has an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
    • Dogs are welcomed at this venue.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
    • The venue has its own car park.
    • The nearest train station is Aviemore.
    • The nearest bus station is Aviemore.
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • The following facilities are available: shower chairs, a seat/chair, walking aids and a water bowl for assistance dogs.
    • Additional equipment which can be borrowed or hired includes: There is a height adjustable perch stool available for the bathroom.
    • The venue can provide large print documents.

Parking

  • The car park is located to the front of the cottage.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • Parking is free for all users.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located to the front of the cottage.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • There are 3 steps which are unmarked, with handrails on both sides.
  • There is a key safe at a height of 120cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 79cm.
  • There is a second single manual door.
  • The second door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 74cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Kitchen (with Dining Area)

  • The kitchen is located to the left as you enter the cottage.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The kitchen has overhead cupboards and under counter cupboards.
  • The work surface is 93cm from the floor.
  • The hob is 93cm from the floor.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 93cm from the floor.
  • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a washing machine, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washing machine and dishwasher.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests and high stools.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.

Lounge (TV Snug)

  • The lounge is located to the right as you enter.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.
  • There is a TV with subtitles.

Lounge (Sunroom)

  • The lounge is located to the front of the kitchen.
  • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • Seating available in the lounge includes: armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.

Standard Bedroom (Twin or Double)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located to the front right of the cottage.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • 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 61cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 4cm from the floor.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a chair without armrests and bedside plug sockets.
  • There is a fitted wardrobe available in this room.

Bedroom with Adaptations (King Size Bed)

  • Location and Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located to the far right as you enter the cottage.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The width of the door opening is 73cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a double bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 63cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 3cm 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 chair with armrests, wardrobes for seated users and bedside plug sockets.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
    • There are two wall-mounted grab rails on the walls in this room.

Bathroom with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The bathroom surveyed is located ahead of you as you enter the cottage.
    • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
    • There are two doors to access the bathroom with adaptations.
      The door to access this bathroom from the master bedroom opens into the bathroom and has a width of 81cm.
      The other door opens from the main living area.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The width of the door opening is 73cm.
    • The door has a sliding bolt lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
    • There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • The bathroom has a waste bin.
    • Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and a shelf.
    • The toilet is a Closomat toilet.
    • The bathroom has a wheel-in shower.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
    • The shower has an adjustable shower head which can be detached and a wall-mounted grab rail.
    • The shower controls are twist/turn.
    • A wheeled shower chair can be provided on request.

Seating Area (Decking Area)

  • 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 and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is some 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 are two steps from the decking area into the garden.
    There is level access to the garden via a path which runs along the side of the cottage.