Dunes Reach (3 Dunes Court)

Access Statement

Access Statement
3 Dunes Court
Beadnell
NE67 5EE
Pre-Arrival
Give the name and distance of the nearest railway station. Alnmouth - 15 miles
Berwick upon Tweed - 20 miles
State whether an accessible taxi service is available. Nearest taxi firm is in Seahouses
- 3 miles away
Give information about bus services - accessibility, frequency, distance of
bus stop from property, route no.
Newcastle to Berwick 501/505 will
stop for passengers 1 1/2 mile from
property
Do you offer a collection service? No
Describe the streets in the area surrounding the property e.g. paved/
cobbles/ uneven.
Paved and tarmac
State whether you have information about local services for disabled
people e.g. equipment hire, wheelchair repairs, and Shop mobility.
No
Give details of local stores where shopping can be ordered in advance or
state if you can arrange for shopping to be delivered.
Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury will
deliver to this area after arrival
Parking
State whether parking is available on site or nearby and give the number
of spaces available and distance to the property entrance.
Designated parking space at the
end of the cul-de-sac also side
street parking for 2 cars
Describe the type of surface from the car park to the main entrance e.g.
level/stepped, firm/uneven, tarmac/gravel.
Outside areas level, directly in front
of the property is paved
Describe any lighting in the car parking area and en-route from the car
park to the property entrance.
Outside light on sheltered patio.
Good street lighting.
Entrance to Property
How many steps, if any, to the entrance and is there a handrail? Key for the property is stored in a
key box at rear of property.
Entrance is through a front door
with a 20cm step through to a
communal corridor and main key
entrance. All internal doors are
84cm wide.
Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR
Telephone: 01665 721380 Email: stay@staynorthumbria.co.uk www.StayNorthumbria.co.uk
Access Statement
3 Dunes Court
Beadnell
NE67 5EE
Describe any ramp available at the entrance - are there handrails on one
or both sides of the ramp? State if no level access is provided.
20cm step at front door, no hand
rails.
Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is
provided e.g. ceiling spotlights.
There is a spotlight above the
entrance door and one between
apartments 1 and 3. Push button
to switch on.
Describe the floor surface e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). Carpet.
Entrance hall
Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is
provided e.g. ceiling spotlights.
Ceiling lights.
How wide are the passageways? Minimum width for wheelchairs/Zimmer
frame/pushchair is 750mm x 800mm preferred.
All internal doors are 84cm with
wide opening doors between the
hall and main living area of 120cm.
Describe the floor surfaces e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). All bedrooms and main lounge/
living area are carpeted.
Describe the stairs e.g. number of steps, landings, and handrail(s).
dimension of steps/threshes height, width, depth how many
Level access through out interior of
property.
Sitting/Dining Room
Describe where the sitting room is situated and how you access it i.e. is
there level access, ramps(s) or step(s). If steps, how many?
From the entrance hall, wide
opening glass-panelled doors lead
into the sitting/dining room,120cm
if both doors open.
Describe the layout within the sitting/dining room. Is it level or are there
steps? Are there large spaces between furniture, what type of seating and
tables are there e.g. high/low tables, couches, and easy chairs?
Level access through out interior of
property. Sitting roomblack leather
sofa and armchairs, occasional
tables, dark wood dining table and
chairs. There is a TV, Digi-box, DVD
player with DVDs, games, children's
toys, walking guides, maps and
binoculars and electric wall heater.
Is the furniture moveable? No.
Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR
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Access Statement
3 Dunes Court
Beadnell
NE67 5EE
Is there space around the table for a wheelchair? Yes.
State the clear height underneath the dining table. 63cm.
What type of seating is there? e.g. upright chairs with/without arms. 4 upright chairs, no arms. One
wooden stool, no arms.
Describe how well/evenly lit the area is and what type of lighting is
provided.
2 overhead lights, 2 lamps.
Describe the floor surface e.g. tile/wood/carpet (thick/short pile). Carpet.
Kitchen
Describe where the kitchen is situated and how you access it i.e. is there
level access ramp(s) or step(s). If steps, how many?
Direct access from sitting room.
Level access.
State the height of the oven, hob and microwave. Does the oven have a
drop down or side-opening door?
90cm. Drop down door.
How high is the work surface/food preparation area? 90cm.
State the height of the highest shelf and lowest drawer of fridge/freezer. Large fridge freezer (floor to ceiling
type). Highest shelf 92cm, lowest
shelf 18cm.
State the height of wall cupboards containing crockery, glasses etc. Can
these be moved to lower level cupboards on request?
130cm with 1 at bench height. If
pre-arranged.
Describe the sink taps e.g. single mixer lever tap. Mixer tap.
List any aids that can assist people e.g. cordless kettle revolving 360
degrees.
Cordless kettle revolving 360o
Describe how well/evenly lit the kitchen is and what type of lighting is
provided.
Central fluorescent strip light.
Describe the floor surface e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). Laminate floor.
Bedroom and sleeping areas
Do you have any ground floor bedrooms? If yes, how many? Yes, 2.
Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR
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Access Statement
3 Dunes Court
Beadnell
NE67 5EE
Can furniture be moved around or removed? No.
Bedroom 1
What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked? Bedroom 1 has kingsize bed set into
wall of fitted wardrobe and bedside
cabinets. Clear and easy access
around bed and space for a travel
cot.
How wide is the space next to the bed (s)? (For wheelchair user to
transfer onto bed.
84cm either side of the bed.
What is the height of the bed(s) to the top of the mattress? What is the
height of the clear space under the bed (if any)?
56cm.
Describe how well/evenly lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is
provided;
Ceiling light, 2 bedside lamps.
Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? Bedroom 1 has fitted wardrobes,
bedside cabinets, dressing table &
chest of drawers.
Describe the floor surface(s) e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). Carpet.
Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided. None
List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm
clock.
Clock radio alarm clock.
Bedroom 2
What bed combinations are there e.g. twin, double, zip-linked? Bedroom 2 has double bed with a
single bunk over.
How wide is the space next to the bed (s)? (For wheelchair user to
transfer onto bed.
42cm on one side of bed.
What is the height of the bed(s) to the top of the mattress? What is the
height of the clear space under the bed (if any)?
19cm double bed. 125cm single
bunk.
Describe how well/evenly lit the bedroom is and what type of lighting is
provided;
Ceiling light. 1 bedside lamp.
Westfield Farmhouse, Seahouses, Northumberland NE68 7UR
Telephone: 01665 721380 Email: stay@staynorthumbria.co.uk www.StayNorthumbria.co.uk
Access Statement
3 Dunes Court
Beadnell
NE67 5EE
Describe wardrobe and storage space e.g. can rails be adjusted? Double wardrobe with mirrored
doors.
Describe the floor surface(s) e.g. tile/wood/rugs/carpet (thick/short pile). Carpet.
Give details of any non-allergenic bedding that can be provided. None.
List any other accessible equipment you may have e.g. vibrating alarm
clock.
Digital clock radio alarm clock.
Shower room and toilet
Is there level access from the bedroom to the en-suite or shared facilities
i.e. no steps?
Level access through out interior of
property.
Describe the shower - is it separate or over the bath? Level entry with no
raised lip?
Separate shower cubicle with 20cm
lip, electric shower.
What is the height of the WC from floor to seat? 40cm.
What is the height of the washbasin? Is there clear space underneath the
sink i.e. no pedestal?
72cm. No.
What types of taps are on the washbasin and bath? e.g. lever. Single taps.
Give details of what support/grab rails are fitted where e.g. bath, shower,
WC.
No bath. No grab rails.
How well lit is the room? Describe the type of lighting used e.g. ceiling
lights, fluorescent tube shaving light;
Central ceiling light.
Describe the colour contrast of the floor, walls, doorways and towels.
What is the colour scheme for these?
Pink, white and grey colour scheme.
Describe the floor surface(s) e.g. non-slip/laminate/tile/wood/carpet (thick/
short pile).
Non slip tiles.
Garden
Describe the garden area that guests have access to e.g. patio and lawn. Level communal lawned area
beyond patio.
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Access Statement
3 Dunes Court
Beadnell
NE67 5EE
State whether these areas are flat/undulating, stepped (details) etc. Give
details of what seating is available.
Level. Garden bench and extra
metal chairs available. Bench
available. Outside light on
sheltered patio.
What is the width of footpaths? Footpath to side of property round
to the front is the main footpath.
Describe the surface of the footpaths e.g. level/firm/uneven/is gravel
used?
Tarmac. Level.
Additional Information
Describe any facilities, equipment or services you offer not detailed above. No.
Assistance dogs, it is illegal to refuse to accept working assistance dogs.
What facilities are offered to assistance dogs e.g. run area, water bowls?
Dogs are welcome at the property
and are provided for.
No enclosed run area.
What internet access is available? Is this charged for or is it free? Mobile
phone reception?
Free WIFI is available. Mobile
phone reception is best in the
kitchen area.