Twin Lakes Annexe

Access Statement

Property Location: Twin Lakes Annexe, Knoll Lodge, Mill Dam Lane, Bradley DE6 1PH

Description: Single storey 1-bed annexe property with lake views.

Pre-arrival and local facilities

The nearest bus stop is: Yew Tree Lane, 0.8 mile           

The nearest train station is: Duffield, 7.6 miles

The nearest petrol station is: Preston’s Garage, Ashbourne (24 hrs), 2.2 miles

The nearest electric vehicle charging point is: Cock Inn, Muggington, 4 miles

The nearest food shop is: Co-operative Food Shop, Ashbourne, 2.2 miles

The nearest pub/restaurant: Shoulder of Mutton, Osmaston, 1.7 miles

Mobility equipment hire is: Clarke & Partners, Derby, 8.2 miles

Arrival and car parking

Type of parking available: Private

Number of spaces available: 2 adjacent to the property

For what sized car: Any

Parking surface is: Level tarmac

Is the parking level: Yes

Is there good space to unload once parked? Yes

Distance to property from parking: Adjacent

Distance to nearest public parking area: N/A      

Is it pay and display? N/A

The width of the path to the property is: N/A

How many steps are there en route to the entrance? None

Is the vehicle access to the property on a made up road. For example paved, tramac etc: Yes

Is the surface material suitable for a mobility scooter, etc: Yes

If the vehicle access is via an unmade road, farm track etc, please describe the condition of the road, including any hazards: N/A

Main entrance

The main entrance door width is:  108cm/3'6"                 

Number of steps to the main entrance: One threshold step

The height of the key safe is: 1.15m

The height of the keyhole is: 1 metre

How many other entrances to the property are there? None (but 3 exits in total)

Is the entrance well lit? Yes       

Living and dining rooms

The flooring is: Tiled

Are there any rugs? Yes                                                 

The door widths within these areas are? N/A (Open plan)

Is there good space between furniture? Yes       

Is the furniture moveable or fixed? Moveable

Is the floor level and step free? Yes

Are the light switches set at a lower level for easier access? No

Are the electrical sockets set at a higher level for easier access? Yes

Kitchen

The flooring is: Tiled

Is the floor level and step free? Yes

The width of the doorways is: N/A (Open plan)

What height is the worktop to the floor? Standard

Is the oven set high or low? High

The fridge height is: High

The freezer height is: Low

Is crockery stored high or low: To suit

Are the light switches set at a lower level for easier access? No - standard height

Are the electrical sockets set at a higher level for easier access? Above worktop

Is any equipment stored externally or away from the main kitchen, and if yes; what and where? N/A

Bedrooms

How many floors does the property have? One

The number of steps between floors is: N/A

The flooring is: Tiled

Is the flooring level in each bedroom? Yes

The door widths are:   80cm/2'8"                                          

Bed sizes are: King size

Is the bedroom furniture moveable or fixed? Moveable

Are the light switches set at a lower level for easier access? Standard at doorway; dual switched, accessible from the bed

Are the electrical sockets set at a higher level for easier access? No - Standard

Staircases & Landings                                                                      N/A

Bathrooms and cloakrooms

Type of flooring: Tiled

Is the flooring level? Yes (wet room with slight slope for drainage)

Width of the doorways:     90cm/3'                                   

Is there an accessible or adapted WC? Standard WC, high level seat can be fitted

Is there an accessible or adapted bath or shower? Wet room, shower area with grab rails

Is there a ground floor WC? Yes

Is there a ground floor bathroom or shower room? Yes

Does any bath or shower have a grab rail or handle fitted? Yes

Is there any shower where access is level rather than a step up? Yes

Outdoor facilities

External areas are: Patio area immediately outside/adjacent

Is permanent seating provided? Garden furniture

Is there outside lighting? Yes

Is there colour contrast of critical surfaces (e.g. edges of steps) N/A

Are there footpaths to follow for visually/mobility impaired? N/A      

Are there barriers to entry into any part of the garden? No

Are there any other hazards (e.g. ponds, water features)? Lakes - whole area fenced

General

Is there a landline telephone for guests to use? By arrangement/in emergency

If yes, does it accept incoming calls only or incoming and outgoing calls?

Mobile phone reception information: Good - and WiFi booster

Closest public telephone is: N/A

Can you easily access an electrical socket in all rooms without having to move furniture (not cloakrooms or bathrooms)? Yes

Can you easily access a light switch in all rooms without having to move furniture (not cloakrooms or bathrooms)? Yes

Do you provide speciality alarms for hearing or sight impaired guests? No

Additional relevant information

Please add further details on any accessibility items or restrictions found at the property:

The attached Accessibility Guide requirement summary represents best practice guidance in terms of things that should be considered in the preparation of your Accessibility Guide. This information is not advice and should not be treated as such, nor should it be used as a substitute for reading the relevant legislation or considering the applicability of the legislation to your holiday property.

Completed by: ……George Dutton - Owner

Date: …………………10 June 2022….………