Access Guide
Accommodation Overview
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About
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- The Dower House at Solsgirth Estate is a luxurious ground-floor retreat, offering a peaceful countryside escape.
- There are 2 bedrooms in total.
- There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
- Dogs are welcomed at this venue.
- Shared facilities include: a utility room.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park.
- The nearest train station is Dunfermline.
- The nearest bus station is Dunfermline.
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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 the majority of areas.
- The following areas have stepped access: the shared utility room.
- Access throughout may include manual doors and narrow walkways.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- There is seating available.
- You can borrow or hire the following equipment: walking aids.
- There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
- There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
- Staff receive the following training: First Aid.
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Parking
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Car Park
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- The car park is located outside the accommodation, or in the main courtyard.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac and concrete.
- There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- EV charging is possible by prior arrangement.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park is for visitors only.
- Parking is free for all users.
Entrance
- This entrance is located to the left side of the building.
- The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is stepped access at the entrance.
- There are 4 steps with no handrails.
- The steps are unmarked.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a key safe at a height of 132cm.
- There is a key lock at a height of 132cm.
- There is a single manual door at this entrance.
- The door opens away from you.
- The width of the opening is 85cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Lounge
- The lounge is located to the left after entering.
- There is step-free level access into the lounge.
- There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
- The door opens away from you.
- The width of the opening is 83cm.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Seating available in the lounge includes: armchairs 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.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Kitchen (with Dining)
- The kitchen is located next to the lounge.
- There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
- A lowered work surface is not available.
- Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
- The hob is 90cm from the floor.
- A lowered hob is not available.
- The oven is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The sink is 90cm from the floor.
- A lowered sink is not available.
- The sink has a lever mixer tap.
- Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
- The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
- 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.
Bedroom 2 and Ensuite - Super King
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Bedroom Access
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- The bedroom surveyed is located to the right side after exiting the kitchen.
- The distance from the kitchen is 6m.
- 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 width of the door opening is 76cm.
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Bedroom Features
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- The bedroom has a double bed.
- The top of the mattress is 70cm from the floor.
- The space under the bed is 4cm from the floor.
- The following is available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets and a coffee table.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
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Ensuite Access
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- There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
- The ensuite door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 68cm.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
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Ensuite Dimensions and Features
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- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The toilet roll holder 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 bath with an overhead shower.
- The bath controls are twist/turn.
- There is a fixed height shower head.
- The shower controls are twist/turn.
Bedroom 1 and Ensuite - Super King / Twin
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Bedroom Access
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- The bedroom surveyed is located to the left side after exiting the kitchen.
- The distance from the kitchen is 4m.
- The most accessible route to the bedroom has a step.
- 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 width of the door opening is 76cm.
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Bedroom Features
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- The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
- The top of the mattress is 70cm from the floor.
- The space under the bed is 4cm from the floor.
- 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, with unshaded light sources.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
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Ensuite Access
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- There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
- The ensuite door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 78cm.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
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Ensuite Dimensions and Features
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- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
- The lateral transfer space is 100cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The toilet roll holder has a low 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.
- There is no shower seat.
Shared Utility Room
- The utility room is located on the lower level of Dower House.
- There is internal access via the staircase from Dower House.
- There is external access via the courtyard for the other properties.
- There is stepped access into the utility room.
- There is 1 step with no handrails.
- The step is unmarked.
- The height of the step is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
- The door opens away from you.
- The width of the opening is 71cm.
- The inner door of the utility room has an opening width of 75cm.
- The flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- The work surface is 96cm from the floor.
- A lowered work surface is not available.
- Under counter cupboards are available.
- The sink is 96cm from the floor.
- A lowered sink is not available.
- The sink has a twist turn mixer tap.
- Facilities within the room include a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
- The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washing machine and tumble dryer.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
Garden and Hot Tub
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Location and Access
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- The accommodation has its own private garden, allowing guests to relax in total seclusion.
- This area is accessible via the main entrance or a stepped, side entrance.
- The most accessible route has steps, uneven surfaces and manual doors.
- There is step-free level access into this area.
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Seating Area
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- The seating area is uncovered.
- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in this area includes: picnic 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.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
