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ACCESSIBLE ACCOMMODATION IN CASTLE DOUGLAS,DUMFRIESSHIRE,SCOTLAND - Cottage 722 - SELF CATERING


722,Castle Douglas, Dumfriesshire, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Accessible Wheelchair Friendly Accommodation

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Board Basis: Self Catering




Wheel In Shower
Grab Rails
Equipment Hire
Electric Bed
WiFi
Private Garden
Pet Friendly
Sleeps 3-5
3 Bedrooms

Location
This cottage provides comfortable, accessible, dog friendly self catering accommodation for 5 in what was once Kirkennan's stable block. The cottage looks out over grass, fields and trees at the front and it has its own sheltered and enclosed rear garden with a lawn and patio (outside furniture provided). It is ideally located to visit the numerous attractions of Dumfries and Galloway.

Access
Bedroom
  • Ground Floor Accessible Room
  • Accessible Twin beds (One adjustable, one standard)
  • Right hand transfer to bed (Adjustable Single)
  • Left hand transfer to bed (Standard Single)
  • Sufficient wheelchair access around bedroom
  • Adjustable/electrically operated bed
  • Underneath bed clearance for portable hoist (Adjustable Single)
  • Low level rail in wardrobe
  • Electric sockets/hairdryer at accessible height
  • Mirror at accessible height (Currently in double bedroom only)
Shower Room
  • Wheelchair accessible shower room
  • Wheelchair turning space in shower room
  • Room for carer/carers in shower room
  • Grab rails in shower room
  • Easy access to wash basin
  • Easy access to hand dryer/towels
  • Portable shower chair
  • Shower gel/soap dispensers at accessible height
  • Space for right transfer to toilet (Restricted by sink (not lateral) see image 9)
On - Site Facilities
  • Designated disabled car parking
  • Level/ramped access into accommodation
  • Easy access around ground floor
  • Wheelchair access to gardens/grounds
Restaurant/Dining Area
  • Level/ramped access to dining room
  • Sufficient wheelchair access to tables


Accommodation
The cottage was once part of the estates stable block, now converted and restored the accommodation sleeps up to five guests in three bedrooms (1 double, 1 Twin and 1 Single). Overlooking grass, fields and trees at the front it has its own sheltered and enclosed rear garden with a lawn and patio, which is accessed by the ramp in picture 12 or via a level access side gate.

Guests are welcome to make use of all the estate facilities including the walled garden (with table tennis table), the landscaped gardens, and Jock's wood. Much of the formal gardens are accessible as there are a number of paved private roads which extend through them providing easy access for wheelchairs, pushchairs, young bike riders and mobility scooters alike. There is also a mobility scooter onsite which guests are welcome to use to enjoy them!

Kirkennan is close to many fine beaches on the Solway Coast, historic monuments, walks, golf courses, boating, fishing, gardens and a range of children's attractions. There is a community run village shop, pub and a restaurant just one mile away in Palnackie.

The owners are more than happy to move or remove furniture to make more room if required. For example they can remove an armchair from the lounge area or remove the twin room bedside cabinets and replaced with a wheeled bed table. Please just ask when making your enquiry.

Other facilities include a free WiFi, cycle store, garage (for one car) and with prior arrangement up to two well behaved dogs are welcome in the cottage. The portable ramp shown in picture 12 can also be borrowed to take to other locations whilst on holiday at the cottage.

Facilities
Hot water, heating (both provided by district heating biomass system), electricity, bed linen and towels included. Freeview TV. DVD. Digital radio with i-pod dock. Electric cooker. Microwave. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Washing machine. BBQ. Cycle store. High chair and cot available on request. Up to 2 well behaved dogs are welcome free of charge by arrangement, it may be possible to bring more - just ask. Garage (1 car) with additional parking for 1 other car. No smoking inside. Guests are welcome to make use of all the Estate facilities including the walled garden (with table tennis table), the landscaped gardens, and Jock's wood. NB: Small stream in Estate grounds, 50 yards, tidal river at edge of wood and fields.

Suitable For
Perfect accommodation disabled travellers looking for dog friendly accommodation in a rural spot

Equipment
A variety of mobility equipment is available for hire. Our experienced travel consultants can help you with your requirements. Please note: This must be arranged at the time of booking your holiday.







Call 03333 355615

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