This access statement does not contain personal opinions as to our suitability for those with access needs, but aims to accurately describe the facilities and services that we offer all our guests/visitors.

Access Statement for River View Apartment

 

Introduction

2 bedroom, fist floor self catering apartment, forming part of a country house in a quiet village, 7 miles from a large town. The house is set in its own grounds, on level ground, overlooking the River Ure. the surfaces are concrete and gravel. the entrance to the apartment is by 13 steps.
Both bedrooms are on the first floor.

We look forward to welcoming you. If you have any queries or require any assistance please phone 01677 470886 or email admin@riverviewapartment.com.

 

Pre-Arrival

• Northallerton (15 miles) and Thirsk (10 miles) are the nearest train stations
• Local taxis are available at the stations
• Local bus route only serves the Dales and Ripon and Harrogate and stops in the village at a covered shelter.
• There is a Tesco supermarket which delivers to the address
• Our postcode, for directions is HG4 5JY

 

Key Collection, Welcome and Car Parking

• Visitors will be met by the owners to collect the key and have a tour of the facilities.
• Parking for 2 cars is available in a yard adjoining the property. The surfaces are gravel and concrete.
• there is sensory halogen spot lighting, as well; as an outside pendulum tungsten light by the front door

 

Entrance to Property

• The entrance to the property is up 13 quite steep steps. There is one handrail, but no ramp is available, and therefore no level access available
• The opening of the entrance is 76cm/30". There is a step up through the entrance.
• There is pendulum lighting inside the entrance door, and a matting floor covering.

 

Halls, Stairs, Landings, Passageways

• these are all well lit, using ceiling pendulum lights.
• The passageway is 41"/104cm wide
• the floor covering is short pile carpet

 

Sitting Room/Lounge

• The sitting room is on the first floor, on the same level as all other room.
• The door opening is 52"/132cm
• There is a low 3 seater sofa, and an armchair, all with scatter cushions, arranged around a low coffee table. All are movable, and there is plenty of space between all items.
• There is a wall-mounted digital, widesreen TV with freeview, upon which subtitles are available. There is also a Dvd player and digital radio/docking station
• The room is well lit, with natural light, ceiling pendulum light and lamps.
• The flooring is short pile carpet

 

Dining Room

• See kitchen

 

Kitchen

• This is an open plan kitchen/dining room.
• Access is through the same doorway as the sitting room.
• The worktop is set at 92cm/36"
• The oven is placed under the worktop, with a drop down door. The hob is set within the worktop.The microwave is situated on top of the worktop.
• There is a separate fridge and freezer. Both are situated under the worktop.The highest shelf/drawer is 62cm/24", and the lowest is 10cm/4"
• There is a round table and four chairs, for dining.The clear height under the table is 72cm/28"
• There is a stainless steel sink with dual mixer lever tap, and cordless revolving kettle
• The kitchen is well lit, served by 2 windows, and a set of 4 ceiling mounted spotlights
• The floor is covered in vinyl

 

Bedrooms and Sleeping Areas

• There are no ground floor bedrooms
• Both bedrooms are on the same level as the rest of the apartment.
• There is one double and one twin room,linked by double doors, as well as their own doors, which measure 75cm/29". The furniture can be moved around or removed. The space next to the beds is 80cm/32", and the mattress tops are 58cm/23"from the floor. There is no clear space under the beds.
• Both bedrooms are well lit by natural light and pendulum ceiling lights.
• The walls and floors are fairly similar in colour, while the doors and windows are a contrasting darker colour
• Hanging space is provided by wall pegs, which cannot be adjusted
• The floor covering is short pile carpet
• There are digital alarm clocks in both bedrooms
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Bathrooms, Shower-rooms and Toilets

• There is level access to the bathroom, with a clear opening of 75cm/29"
• There is a mains fed shower, which is over the bath
• The height of the WC from floor to seat is 40cm/16", and the washbasin is at 90cm/36".There is a cupboard under the sink.
• The taps on the bath and sink are 1/4 turn
• The bathroom is well lit by a window and ceiling mounted spotlights.
• The flooring is a combination of cshort pile carpet and tiles.

 

Additional Information

• Assistance dogs are welcome
• The wood and doorways are much darker than floors and walls throughout the apartment.
• Free WiFi is available. Mobile reception is generally poor, Vodafone being the best.
• The nearest hospital with minor injuries dept is 7 miles away. The nearest A&E is 15 miles. The doctors surgery and dentist are within 7 miles.
• There are details of local attractions in the apartment.

 

Future Plans

• Due to the position of the apartment it will be very difficult to make any significant changes to the accessibility of the apartment.

 

Contact Information

Address (Inc postcode):	Tanfield House West Tanfiels Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 5JY
Telephone:	01677 470886
Email:	admin@riverviewapartment.com
Website:	www.riverviewapartment.com
Grid Reference:	SE27248 78914
Hours Of Operation:	8am-10pm
Local Equipment Hire:	Daily Care Ltd Category: Disability Equipment (Manufacturers and Suppliers) Phone 01765 60023 Phoenix Business Centre Low Mill Road, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 1NS
Local Accessible Taxi:	Havacab Category: Taxis and Private Hire Vehicles (017) 656-0188 2 Doublegates Avenue, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 2TP