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SOUTH WEST - SOMERSET - ILMINSTER
The Big Tin Barn
The Big Tin Barn, a fully accessible luxury holiday retreat near the 3 counties border of Somerset, Devon, and Dorset. Our focus is on providing a peaceful sanctuary for individuals with disabilities and complex care needs, as well as their families and caregivers.
Inside the Big Tin Barn, find three spacious bedrooms accommodating up to 6 guests, each meticulously designed for comfort and accessibility. High-quality adaptations include a ceiling track hoist, a fully accessible bath/shower room with a height-adjustable bath and wash-dry toilet with rise-and-fall sink, 1 bedroom with 2 profiling beds and a user-friendly rise-and-fall kitchen. The property has underfloor heating throughout and is an a home away from home for all.
A fully accessible holiday home based in the countryside. Fully accessible ground floor area, with further living areas upstairs for further guests. Doors open to patio with garden furniture and barbecue area, with a section with further covered sitting in a patio area.
Fully equipped rise-and-fall kitchen with wheelchair-friendly oven, induction hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher, Leading to an open-plan living dining area with a woodburning stove.
Bedroom 1
2 ‘Opera’ profiling beds, One with pressure mattress
Over bed tables
Automated blinds can be operated from bed
Small sink and fridge
Large wall mounted TV
Doors open directly to patio
X-Y Ceiling Hoist system which accesses all areas of the room and transfers to the ensuite wet room
Wet room
Large walk-in shower with option of shower trolley
Shower wheelchair
Rise and fall ’Comfortline’ bath with air spa system
Gerberit wash and dry toilet
Rise and fall sink
Hoist accesses to all areas of wet room
Bedroom 2
Doors to wet room
Option of super king or twin beds
Bedroom 3
Two single beds
Further shower room/toilet on ground floor
A fully accessible ground floor area, with lots of space and decorated to a high standard throughout. There is also access to patio area and outdoor accessible areas.
Upstairs there is a second large sitting room with balcony and a further bedroom, which can be hired at extra cost with one king size and one single bed. Double doors open to Juliette balcony.
There is Wi-Fi throughout the property.
For more information or to book please visit the website below:
Website: https://www.thebigtinbarn.com/
Phone: 07856 325022
E-mail:
The Big Tin Barn
Whitney Farm, nr Ilminster
Somerset, TA19 0SJ
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South West - Devon - Plymouth
Fernhurst
An Elevated Fun managed property
Our newly refurbished spacious 2 bedroom, 2 lounge 2 kitchen bungalow is on the outskirts of Plymouth, with easy access by road onto Dartmoor and the rest of Devon and Cornwall. The property is level access inside and out. It has a secure garden for children and dogs. Ample parking for 2 or 3 vehicles. We have 2 wet rooms and a fully adapted bedroom with a ceiling track X/Y hoist and a profiling bed. The property sleeps 6 suitable for guests with mobility problems or wheelchair users plus children. We accept dogs by arrangement.
The property is spacious and allows for multigenerational holidays and small groups. Level access is via the rear entrance.
Fernhurst
11 Coleridge Avenue
Plymouth
Devom
PL6 5JP
For more info please contact:
Charlotte Walker
Mob:tel:+44 (0)7973 407362
E-mail:
Web: https://via.eviivo.com/PlymouthFERNHURST2BePL6
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South West - Devon - Ilfracombe
Otter Pool Barn
Tastefully renovated barn, environmentally friendly holiday accommodation sleeping up to 12 guests.
The conversion of this centuries old, former threshing barn is dramatic, with a triple height majestic fireplace, hand crafted exposed ceiling beams, gargoyles and a Minstrel’s Gallery. The grand staircase has been relocated from an 18th century grand house and the wood panelling and stained glass are also reclamation treasures. It is extremely well equipped, featuring everything you might expect in a luxury holiday home.
Indoors there is the Great Hall, a snug lounge, a huge kitchen/diner, six bedrooms and three bathrooms. Outdoors there is a sheltered, south facing, courtyard with barbecue and seating. The garden has children’s play equipment and a swim spa/hot tub, as well as the large field and lake.
The barn has extensive living accommodation, sleeps 12 in six bedrooms, a swim spa and over five acres of private land, with a private lake, suitable for fishing and water sports.
Wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests
The property is suitable for disabled and non-disabled guests with full disability facilities provided throughout and with a lift to the upstairs bedrooms – all rooms are wheelchair accessible. The land and swim spa have also been provided with the facilities required to make them fully available to those with disabilities.
Ceiling and mobile hoists
With six accessible bedrooms, two downstairs and four upstairs, it is anticipated that any combination of family, friends, carers and mobility requirements can be catered for. Four profiling beds are provided. Two in bedroom one (with the x-y ceiling hoist) and two in separate rooms upstairs, a mobile hoist is available if required. Visitors will need to bring their own slings to use with the hoists.
Doors
Doors throughout the property are oak and fitted to slide internally in the walls, minimising obstruction and enabling easy use, by those with limited mobility. Floors are all level, with durable, low glare, non-slip surfaces ideal for use with walking aids or wheelchairs. External doors are fitted with flush doorsills to enable easy access.
Otter Pool Barn
West Stowford Barton
Ilfracombe
Devon
EX34 8PJ
Website: https://www.otterpoolbarn.uk/
Telephone Marsdens.co.uk:
+44 (0)1271 813777
Property Ref OTTERP
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South West - Cornwall - St Veep
A Little Bit of Heaven
Manelly Fleming Farm is a 43 acre working farm situated in St. Veep, a lovely Cornish village a short journey from Lerryn and very near the ancient stannery town of Lostwithiel. They have 2 apartments within a Cornish barn conversion and both of them have ceiling track hoists and adjustable beds. Access to the upper apartment (Roy's Barn) is via a lift. Part of the barn contains a games room and there is storage for any bulky equipment.
A Little Bit of Heaven is a short distance from Fowey and Looe and is ideally situated for a visit to The Eden Project which has a Changing Place toilet available.
Bert's Rest
Bert's Rest is a drive up to the door studio apartment with a wide access door way and ramp.
Inside you will find solid oak flooring throughout the living, kitchen and bedroom areas and a wet room/bathroom all on the same level for ease of access and manoeuvrability.
The living area has Freeview TV, DVD, stereo, beanbag and a sofa bed with large wood windows looking over the front garden and beautiful peaceful Cornish countryside. The kitchen is fitted with electronic worktops that you can raise or lower at the press of a button and has cooker, fridge/freezer, washing machine and all crockery and utensils.
The bedroom has two single electric adjustable beds with Tempur mattress's for ultimate comfort, also there is a electric hoist, bedside table and French dresser again with two windows looking over the front garden and countryside.
The wet room is fitted with a fully automated sink unit which raise and lowers, taps turn on and off and plug opens and closes at the push of a button. It also is fitted out with an electric hoist with a level access shower and wet chair.
Fitted with alarm pull cords throughout the apartment for peace of mind and safety.
This apartment has been designed and built from scratch for access and ease of use no matter how mobile the guest.
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Roy's Barn
Roy's barn is a top floor studio apartment with its own independent lift and it has a wide wheelchair access doorways. Inside you will find solid oak flooring throughout the living, kitchen and bedroom areas and a wet room/bathroom all on the same level for ease of access and manoeuvrability.
The living area has Freeview TV, DVD, stereo, beanbag and a sofa bed with large wood windows looking out on to the front garden and beautiful peaceful countryside.
The kitchen is fitted with electronic worktops that you can raise or lower at the press of a button and has cooker, fridge/freezer, washing machine and all crockery and utensils.
The bedroom has two single electric adjustable beds with Tempur mattress's for ultimate comfort, also there is a electric hoist, bedside table and French dresser again with two windows looking over the front garden and countryside.
The wet room is fitted with a fully automated sink unit which raise and lowers, taps turn on and off and plug opens and closes at the push of a button. It also is fitted out with an electric hoist with a level access shower and wet chair.
Fitted with alarm pull cords throughout the apartment for peace of mind and safety.
This apartment has been designed and built from scratch for access and ease of use no matter how mobile the guest.
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A Little Bit of Heaven
Manelly Fleming Farm
St Veep
Lostwithiel
Cornwall
PL22 0NS
For more info please contact:
A Little Bit of Heaven
Tel: 01208 873295
E-mail:
Web: www.alittlebitofheaven.co.uk
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November 2016
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South West - Devon - Dawlish
A Place for Everybody
The bungalow is within walking distance of Dawlish and has spectacular, uninterrupted sea views. These can be enjoyed from the lounge/conservatory, or from the large paved terrace. One of the spacious bedrooms has an en-suite shower room, and there is an easily accessible ‘wheel in’ wet room which serves the rest of the property. The bungalow has level access to all areas, and there are various items of mobility equipment for use (please ask them for details).
The bungalow is set back on the Exeter Road between Dawlish and Dawlish Warren. There is ample parking for two large vehicles, and additional parking in the public lay-by just yards away. The property has a reasonably sized porch, large enough for a wheelchair, and hanging space for coats. The porch opens onto a spacious hallway via a sliding door, which leads to the rest of the bungalow. The first bedroom on your left has bunk beds, with two full size single mattresses. Opposite is a twin room which contains the hospital bed and the ceiling-track hoist. The spacious wet room has non-slip flooring. The hallway then narrows and a further en-suite double bedroom leads off. The kitchen is also accessed from this hallway, and eventually the hallway opens into a large lounge/conservatory. These two rooms can be either opened up as one room or closed off in the winter, when you might want to have a cosy night around the log burning stove; you may even wish to use the lounge as a 4th bedroom. There is comfortable seating for up to 8 guests, and further dining facilities also for 8. There is a large terrace with panoramic views, and various items of garden furniture for use by guests.
A Place for Everybody
Exeter Road
Dawlish
EX7 0AG
For more info please contact:
Andy & Emma
Mob: 07835 717319
E-mail:
Web: www.aplaceforeverybody.co.uk
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July 2017
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South West - Dorset - Poole
Hilda's Retreat
An Elevated Fun managed property
Hilda’s Retreat is a newly renovated 2-bedroom bungalow in Poole with a level interior, both bedrooms are fully wheelchair accessible one with a profiling bed, ceiling hoist and en-suite wet-room, the other with twin beds.
In the well-equipped lounge there is a sofa bed, a riser/recliner chair, and a dining table and chairs, and large flat-screen TV. Strong Wi-Fi throughout. The bungalow has a fully fitted modern well-equipped kitchen. A highchair is available. There are wide doorways throughout. There is a separate WC. The level access to the bungalow is via a ramp accessed directly from the private parking area.
There is an enclosed rear patio accessed directly from the back door via a ramp.
In the accessible bedroom there is a profiling bed, H frame ceiling hoist with full room coverage, which goes into the wet room. There is a Sara Stedy sit-to-stand aid, and wall-mounted TV. The en-suite wet-room has a step-free shower, fixed grab-rails for WC, shower, and washbasin, drop-down grab-rail alongside WC, wheeled commode shower chair, tilting shower chair, and lever-style taps.
The second bedroom is a spacious twin/king-size bedroom with travel cot, and a further two guests can be accommodated on a double sofa bed in the lounge.
The bungalow has private outdoor spaces including an accessible patio in an enclosed garden to the rear of the property, and off-road parking for one large WAV and one car. The bungalow is dog friendly.
We have an EV charging point payable via an App directly to the supplier.
Hilda’s retreat has good local amenities including local shops and take-away restaurants, and it is just a short drive to the bustling beaches and waterfront of Bournemouth and Poole on the South Coast of Dorset. The bungalow has good road links and guests can explore numerous local attractions and activities including the beautiful Jurassic coastline and The New Forest. Paultons Park is 30 minutes away by car.
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Hilda's Retreat
15 Hilda Road
Poole
Dorset
BH12 2HW
Website: www.elevatedshortstaymanagement.co.uk
E-mail:
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South West - Dorset - Weymouth
Lanehouse Rocks
An Elevated Fun managed property
Lanehouse Rocks is a newly renovated 3-bedroom bungalow in Weymouth with a level interior, all bedrooms are fully wheelchair accessible one with a profiling bed and ceiling hoist, and temporary bed. There is separate wet-room, and a separate non accessible full family bathroom. One bedroom without a widened door has a double bed and the bedroom has widened a door and twin beds. In the well-equipped lounge there is a sofa bed, a riser/recliner chair, large flat-screen TV.
Check in: 2:00 pm Check out: 10:00 am
The bungalow has a fully fitted modern well-equipped kitchen, diner with and a dining table and chairs, a highchair is available. There are wide doorways throughout. The level access to the bungalow is via a ramp accessed directly from the private parking area.
There is an enclosed rear garden with a raised decking area and patio accessed directly from the lounge via a ramp.
In the accessible bedroom there is a profiling bed, a ceiling track hoist, a profiling bed and wall-mounted TV. There is a temporary carer bed in here, if required. The wet-room has a step-free shower, fixed grab-rails for WC, shower, and washbasin, drop-down grab-rail alongside WC, a wheeled commode shower chair is available on request and lever-style taps.
The second accessible bedroom is a spacious twin bedroom and the other bedroom has a double bed. A further two guests can be accommodated on a double sofa bed in the lounge.
The bungalow has private outdoor spaces including an accessible enclosed garden, decking and a patio n to the rear of the property, and off-road parking for one large WAV and one car.
The bungalow is child and dog friendly.
Lanehouse Rocks has good local amenities including local shops and take-away restaurants, and it is just a short drive to the bustling beaches and waterfront of Weymouth and Portland on the South Coast of Dorset. The bungalow has good road links and guests can explore numerous local attractions and activities including the beautiful Jurassic coastline and further afield.
Facilities
- Free high speed internet
- Ceiling Hoist
- Cleaning service
- Express check in
- Express check out
- Professionally cleaned
- Disinfected between stays
- Social distancing
- Contactless check-in/out
- No staff present
- First aid kit
- Highchairs
Website: https://www.elevatedshortstaymanagement.co.uk
Phone: 07973407362
E-mail:
Contact Charlotte Walker
Lanehouse Rocks
56 Lanehouse Rocks Road
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 9DH
United Kingdom
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South West - Somerset - Taunton
Redlands
Redlands is a beautifully converted barn, set in a quiet hamlet at the base of the Quantock Hills. This family home has been modified to allow wheelchair accessible holidays in this stunning region of Somerset.
The property sleeps 6 with the accessible twin bedroom on the ground floor. This has a single track ceiling hoist over the bed and there is a further single track ceiling hoist over the toilet in the en-suite wet room. The ground floor is spacious and light which allows for plenty of room to socialise or separate areas where you can tuck yourself away. The large kitchen has plenty of space for cooking and baking. It is well equipped with an electric oven, induction hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge/freezer. The separate lounge has a wood burning stove and a private staircase to the upstairs master suite. There is also a patio area outside the lounge which can be accessed via the front door for wheelchair users.
Upstairs are two further bedrooms. The master suite has a king sized bed and dual aspect windows. The large en-suite has a bath and separate shower. This room can be accessed via a separate staircase from the lounge or by the main staircase. The second bedroom can be a twin or king sized, it also has an en-suite bathroom with over bath shower.
Behind the house is a private garden area and patio. The garden can be accessed for wheelchairs from the house via the front door and a path outside.
There is parking outside the property for 2 cars. There is paving on the gravel area to allow for easy wheelchair manoeuvrability.
For more info please contact:
REDLANDS
Trebles Holford
Taunton
TA4 3HA
Mob: 07788 290425 (Helen)
E-mail:
Web: www.escapetothecountry.co.uk
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Reviews for Redlands
Name: Julie
Date of visit: 07/21 and 05/22
A superb holiday home! We have stayed here twice and thoroughly enjoyed both visits. Helen, the host is extremely helpful and accommodating. The property is spacious and to a very high standard with excellent disabled facilities. The bedrooms are lovely, light and comfortable. Downstairs there are different options for socialising together or spreading out. The kitchen is spacious and well equipped. There is a beautiful garden to the back as well as two different outdoor seating areas. Lots of interesting places to visit from here, or enjoy the house and gardens. We highly recommend Redlands.
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South West - Devon - Braunton
West Meadow
NEW Accessible Bungalow near Saunton, North Devon -
UPDATE: NEW PROFILING BED FROM 18TH OCTOBER 2024
Due to customer feedback, we are replacing the king adjustable bed with a single low-profiling bed + single fold-out carers' bed. The existing king bed will be in place until 14th October 2024. The new profiling bed will be in place for all bookings from 18th October 2024 unless stated otherwise
"West Meadow" is a recently refurbished 2 bedroom bungalow located on a quiet road on the outskirts of Braunton village, close to Saunton Beach, in North Devon. The property sleeps 2 - 6 guests and has accessibility-friendly adaptions which accommodate both able-bodied and disabled guests.
The bungalow has an attractive wrap-around garden which is predominantly grass with paved paths for access into and around the property. There is also a composite decking area with outdoor bench seating which has space for a wheelchair.
The inside layout has been thoughtfully designed to provide spacious open-plan living; with the kitchen, living room, and dining area occupying a large communal space. The kitchen has a height adjustable sink, height adjustable hob, and a tuckaway oven. The kitchen is fully equipped with utensils, crockery and equipment for a home-from-home self catering stay. A full size tall standing fridge freezer gives you lots of space for storing food and drink.
The master double bedroom features a double bed that comprises two separate bed bases that can be operated independently via an electronic handset. The Tempur Original Elite mattresses provide the very best in quality and comfort. There is plenty of storage in the in-built shelving units. There is direct access to a pleasant patio area from the master bedroom, via a double glazed glass door. The door and window span most of the width of the wall, giving the room an enviable amount of natural light. Grey vertical blinds with a long tilt control wand make for easy control of light and privacy.
The master bedroom boasts a level access ensuite wetroom which is connected via an XY ceiling hoist. The hoist runs from the double bed to the shower and toilet, and then across to the sink. The wet room is equipped with grab rails on either side of the toilet, a shower chair, and a stool. The shower is height adjustable and has a handy detachable shower head.
In the twin bedroom, you'll find 2 electric beds, operated by electronic handsets. Again, there is plenty of storage in the recessed shelving unit. The window in the twin room looks out into the back garden and lets in lots of natural light.
The family bathroom has a wonderful walk-in bath, a toilet with a grab rail and toilet frame, and a sink.
In the living room, you'll find a comfortable corner sofa that is also a sofa bed that can sleep up to 2 guests. The smart TV is on an extendable reach arm that allows you to change the angle of the screen. There is also an electronic single riser chair, operated by an easy-to-use hand set. The living area is also home to a Bluetooth speaker and family games.
The large wrap around garden is a real asset to West Meadow, with lawned, paved and decking areas. An attractive magnolia tree sits in the central lawn. To the back of the property, there is a large circular picnic table with benches and a space for a wheelchair. The garden is fenced and fully enclosed for peace of mind with children and dogs. The decking has gently sloped ramp access and leads into the living room via a large sliding door. Outside, you'll also find a small shed that houses a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
Braunton Village centre is 1 mile away (21 minute walk/4 minute drive/12 minutes via bus) and boasts a great portfolio of pubs, cafes and independent shops. Saunton Sands Beach is 1.3 miles away (3 minute drive/15 minutes via bus). Saunton Sands Beach has an accessible concrete slipway which leads to the beach and newly installed plastic matting provides a further aid. All-terrain wheelchairs are available to hire from Saunton Sands Beach Shop (subject to availability and must be booked in advance). West Meadow Road is on a bus route that serves Barnstaple in one direction and Croyde in the other.
There is a dedicated parking space for the property outside of the garage which gives direct access to the main accessible entrance. The back entrance is via a gently sloped paved pathway that leads onto the decking and level access sliding door.
There is additional parking on the street to the front of the property (please do not park beyond the picket fence). Free parking at Saunton Beach Car Park for up to 3 cars for the duration of the holiday is included in the price.
The property is totally dog-friendly and welcomes assistance, therapy, and companion pets. There is no limit to the number of dogs guests can bring, nor restrictions on breed or size.
Saunton Beach is dog-friendly throughout the year. All-terrain wheelchairs are available to hire from Saunton Beach Shop (advanced booking required, subject to availability). The slipway has rubber matting installed at the end for ease of access on to the beach.
Holiday Options
Break options at the Bungalow will mirror those of the Villas;
Weekend break: Friday – Monday
Mid-week break: Monday – Friday
Week breaks: Friday to Friday or Monday to Monday.
Bookings
We are in the process of building an online booking platform for the bungalow, in the meantime, breaks can be booked over the phone by calling the Villa office on 01271 890052.
Saunton Beach Villas
c/o Saunton Beach Enterprises Ltd
Saunton Sands Beach
Saunton
North Devon
EX33 1LG
For more info please contact:
Saunton Beach Villas
Tel: 01271 890052
E-mail:
Web: https://www.sauntonbeachvillas.co.uk
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Reviews for West Meadow
Name: Phil
Date of Visit: 03/23
This is a lovely property, having good wheelchair access via the path and rear sliding door, or via the master bedroom outside door. This is a quiet housing estate on the west outskirts of the small town of Braunton, and the 21c bus passes the door regularly. Parking is easy, right outside the gate, or in front of the white garage door nearest to the house.
The traditional-looking bungalow on the outside, is a fully-modernised surprise on the inside, and a well-executed one at that.
Everything looked virtually brand new during our visit.
The rise-and-fall electric cooking hob and sink are ideal for the chair user, and the large fridge had good capacity for our chilled food. The open-plan kitchen and living and dining areas are well executed.
There are two good bedrooms, with soft mattresses, and for people needing a firm mattress, a very comfortable sofa-bed is provided in the living room area. This is not under the overhead hoist, which is located above the master bedroom bed. Users needing this bed are advised to bring a Mangar Camel for height-change too/from their wheelchair. The individual controls for the master bedroom bed, said to be profiling halves, were not tested this time.
The bathroom was almost over-populated with an adjustable bed table, a commode chair, a separate shower chair. I took my own commode, which has a soft seat. At the time of our visit they had a new, very firm commode, not shown in their photos. A shower and commode chair with tilt would have covered both these, I thought. But this is a minor point.
The Prism Medical TransActive Xtra overhead hoist (also brand new, apparently) gave a problem, but this was repaired in a single engineer visit that caused little disruption. Despite this, the Company offered £100 compensation, for our cooperation in achieving a swift outcome. This was accepted and received gratefully.
The hoist extends continuously into the bathroom, and the partner or carer could move the hoist from the X axis onto the Y axis via a traverse facility. If you intend to use this, you ought to ask for a demonstration on how to operate it, as it did seem to need a good tug (but I didn't need it)
Would we use the Property again? Yes definitely, it was a home from home! It should be possible for three couples to sleep, though we were a single couple. We were sorry to have to leave. That's the measure of this place.
This is a business of repute, and for good reason.
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Southwest - Cornwall - Portreath
Gwel an Mor
The Residence 3 bedroom M3 Assisted Living holiday lodge at Gwel an Mor offers the very highest standard in disabled holiday accommodation. With the same painstaking attention to sheer luxury and quality as all the holiday lodges at Gwel an Mor, these luxury lodges have also been designed with the needs of people with disabilities or limited mobility in mind. Guests are encouraged to inform us of any specific needs, so that lodges can be adapted as required if reasonable and practical. It may be useful to inform staff of medical conditions or requirements if you feel it is relevant.
This contemporary holiday lodge is registered as NAS M3 Assisted Living standard. It has wheelchair access throughout the accommodation, from the living space to the accessible bedroom with state of the art ‘H’ hoist system (running through bedroom and accessible wet room), electric fully adjustable bed.
There is also, as further accommodation, a well-appointed double bedroom, a single bedroom and a family bathroom that incorporates a TV into the bath.
The main living space has all the access one might require, with NAS rated kitchen fittings and plenty of contemporary open-plan, spacious design features and a beautiful log burner.
All of our Assisted Living holiday lodges have great facilities, including flat screen TV, Freeview channels and broadband access (WiFi and wired).
Gwel an Mor makes a great choice for disabled holiday accommodation. Not only are the luxury holiday lodges designed to make everyday living easy and pleasurable, the rest of the 5 star resort is of course also wheelchair accessible and there is a hoist in the swimming pool.
So, if you are disabled, look no further for perfect holiday lodges. Cornwall makes an ideal holiday destination for people with limited mobility and is ideal for short breaks. Cornwall has a terrific choice of attractions that are wheelchair accessible and you will find that a stay in one of our M3 Assisted Living lodges is the key to successful self catering. Cornwall is waiting to welcome you. So what are you waiting for?
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To Book please contact:
Reservations Team
Gwel an Mor Luxury 5 Star Resort
Tel: 01209 842354
E-mail:
Website: www.gwelanmor.com
Gwel an Mor Luxury 5 Star Resort
Feadon Lane
Portreath
Redruth
Cornwall
TR16 4PE
** Remember to take your own sling! ** Most accommodation providers do not provide you with a sling for hygiene reasons so remember to take along your own and be comfortable in something you are used to. Most slings are'universal' fitting but if you are not sure please contact the accommodation provider.
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Reviews for Gwel an Mor
Name: Louise
Date of visit: 06/18
This is a lovely place to stay. Very clean and all the staff couldn’t be more helpful if there is anything you need. Very good disabled accommodation, good size bedroom, massive wetroom and good size doorways. There is level access to and from the accommodation and over the whole site. Hoist is an H frame which runs from bedroom in to the bathroom which made it incredibly easy to use. We only found one problem, which was the full profile bed was a divan style. The problem was very quickly resolved by the staff. They had some blocks specifically to help raise the bed off the floor, so you could get close enough to the bed for dressing, turning, manual handling, the person requiring it. All in all we had a fantastic time and would 100% recommend Gwel an Mor.
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South West - Devon - Otterton
Clare's Place
Clare’s Place CIO is a charity set up to promote the welfare of persons living with a disability by providing an affordable and fully accessible property for short breaks.
Clare’s Place offers a fully accessible home-from-home bungalow in Devon that is equipped with hoists and other accessible equipment suitable for people with disabilities. The accommodation has undergone a full refurbishment and is now taking bookings.
The bungalow is fully accessible for the use of people who use wheel chairs (motorized and manual) including large wet room, hoist, landscaped garden and use of a private swimming pool. Clare’s Place has been renovated and designed with input from an occupational therapist and specialist architect so as to meet the needs of people with a wide range of disabilities and their accompanying family members and carers. There are three bedrooms, large lounge, and conservatory and dining kitchen.
Clare's Place
Ladram Road
Otterton
Devon
EX9 7HT
For more info or to book please contact:
Nicola Farley
Mob: 07960 212909
Tel: 01395 892909
E-mail:
Web: http://claresplacedevon.com/
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** Remember to take your own sling! ** Most accommodation providers do not provide you with a sling for hygiene reasons so remember to take along your own and be comfortable in something you are used to. Most slings are'universal' fitting but if you are not sure please contact the accommodation provider.
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August 2019
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South West - Cornwall - Looe
Ralph Boyce House
Ralph Boyce House sleeps up to 6 people (2 with disabilities) on a self-catering basis. The disability suite which comprises a twin-bedded room with profiling beds and a huge en-suite bathroom with height-adjustable basin, over-head bedroom-to-bathroom hoist, Clos-o- Mat toilet, hi-lo bath and wet-room shower is also modelled on the facilities at our other two houses to give our existing holidaymakers peace of mind. However, unlike our other two houses, Ralph Boyce House is a single-story property making access Ralph Boyce House a fantastic wheelchair friendly holiday cottage with easy access. In addition to the disability suite it comprises 2 further twin-bedded rooms, a family bathroom and an open-plan sitting and dining-room with an impressive domed ceiling. The property also boasts magnificent uninterrupted views over the valley, and impressive picture-windows help to make the most of this asset. The house is situated on the outskirts of the small village of No-Man's Land near the pretty seaside town of Looe in Cornwall.
For more info or to book a stay at this property please contact:
Ralph Boyce House
Kids in Action
Unit 26, Apex Business Centre
Boscombe Road
Dunstable
Beds
LU5 4SB
Tel: 01582 477762
E-mail:
Web: https://www.kidsinaction.org.uk
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** Remember to take your own sling! ** Most accommodation providers do not provide you with a sling for hygiene reasons so remember to take along your own and be comfortable in something you are used to. Most slings are'universal' fitting but if you are not sure please contact the accommodation provider.
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November 2016
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South West - Cornwall - Ladock
Treworgans Farm Holidays
We have 2 cottages, Buzzard Watch, and Valley View. Both cottages have views across the farm, but our central location in glorious Cornwall means we are only 15 minutes from a beach! As many of our guests have said, our location is perfect to explore the whole county.
Buzzard Watch sleeps up to 4 in two en-suite bedrooms, with the accessible bedroom having a wheel in wetroom, and French doors to the patio. The cottage has a large open plan living area, with access to the patio too. There is ramped access from the large concrete car park, to ensure our guests have an easy transition from car to the cottage.
Valley View sleeps up to 6 in three en-suite bedrooms, again with the accessible bedroom having a wheel in wetroom. Valley View also has an open plan kitchen/living area, and a large private patio. Here too, there is a large concrete car park, with access to the property via a ramp.
We pride ourselves on having an extensive range of mobility aids for our guests to use, free of charge. These include profiling beds, with either air or pressure mattresses, a range of shower chairs, including a tilting shower chair, self propelled, attendant propelled and stools, riser recliner chairs, ceiling and portable hoists, and many more smaller aids, to make our guests stay as easy as possible.
For the majority of the equipment we have 2 sets, to ensure guests in both cottages have a wide option of mobility aids to suit their individual needs.
Treworgans Farm Holidays
Treworgans Farm
Ladock
Truro
Cornwall
TR2 4QD
For more info or to book please contact:
Treworgans Farm Holidays
Tel: 01726 883240
Mob: 07762 173860
E-mail:
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South West - Cornwall - Helston
Charmilie
Main Description/Property Details
A lovely 3 bedroom bungalow, sleeping four, which is adapted to include a bedroom with a ceiling hoist, profile bed and wet room, for those with limited or no mobility. Off road parking and enclosed garden, with ramps make the property accessible for wheelchair users.
Charmilie is situated in the beautiful village of St Keverne, on the Lizard Peninsular in Cornwall. 1 mile from Porthoustock Beach, 2 miles from Porthallow Beach, 2 miles from the beautiful fishing village of Coverack and 12 miles from the town of Helston.
Local Area
Local shops are a short walk away in an attractive square, with a post office, two pubs and a church.
A Medical Centre, with access to doctors is situated on the edge of the village of St Keverne. The nearest hospital is in Helston, approx 12 miles.
Driveway, Parking and approach
The brick driveway is on a slight slope, leading to the property with off road parking for two cars. There is further easy parking in a lay-by opposite the entrance.
A ramped pathway, suitable for wheelchairs, also on a slight slope, leads to the front door.
Kitchen
A modern fitted kitchen with a range of units and cupboards, integrated appliances including a dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer and electric oven and hob, as well as smaller appliances including toaster and microwave.
Lounge and Dining area
A light airy open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area
A 3 seater settee and riser armchair, coffee table, TV. WiFi Available.
Dining table with seating for 4. A ramp to the patio door leading to the flat paved area of the garden.
Bedroom One
This has been adapted for those with little to no mobility.
A 4 foot wide by 6 ft long electric profiling bed, with sides. A large window, makes this a light airy room. A wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside table allow for storage.
A ceiling hoist above the bed leads to the en-suite, consisting of a wet room with height adjustable shower, portable shower commode chair and toilet. Grab rails are situated near the toilet and shower. Heated towel rail.
Bedroom Two
A 4ft 6” wide double bed, a window facing the front of the property. A mirrored wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside table are available for storage.
Bedroom Three
A small single room, with a single divan bed, with storage underneath. A chest of drawers and window facing the side of the property.
Family Bathroom
A light airy bathroom with a bath, incorporating a height adjustable shower. Toilet and hand basin with shaving points available. A heated towel rail.
Garden
An enclosed garden. The paved area is accessible to wheel chair users, with ramps leading to the patio doors. A raised grassy area with trees and a shed surrounds the paved area. Outdoor table and chairs are available.
Further equipment may be available on request.
Charmilie has an efficient electric heating system
Charmilie
Tregonning Parc
St Keverne
HELSTON
TR12 6LY
For more info please contact:
Jon Stokes
Mob: 07717 509809
E-mail:
Web: https://charmilie.wordpress.com/
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** Remember to take your own sling! ** Most accommodation providers do not provide you with a sling for hygiene reasons so remember to take along your own and be comfortable in something you are used to. Most slings are'universal' fitting but if you are not sure please contact the accommodation provider.
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February 2021