Access Statement For Quality Bed and Breakfast..
Introduction.
We aim to cater for the needs of most visitors in our home based 5 bedroom bed and breakfast. There will be some exceptions because of the construction of the building which causes restrictions. Bearing in mind that this a an ordinary house used for a different purpose for which it was built.. The following statement is a summary of our provision . If you have any specific questions please feel free to call us and we will eddeavour to help.
Pre-Arrival.
There is a bus stop opposite the house about 15 yards and there is a frequent bus service to the city. The main train station is about 15 minutes by car. There are local taxi services if required There is a local taxi service that has accessible taxis if required, we can make a booking for you.
Menus can be provided in large print we also tell our guests what is available on the menu for them to choose.
We have a basic website.
You can contact us by phone, fax or e-mail. (details below.)
Arrival by Car
On arrival to the property there is an open car park entrance (no gates) it is open 24 hours.
No marked parking bays but there is ample room for all cars. The surface is level ,flat and gravel, however there is a brick footpath which covers the length of the parking to the front entrance.
We can assist guests with luggage.
The city is about 10 to 15 minutes walk from the bed and breakfast.
The front door has 10 steps each 18 cm high 140cm wide there are hand rails to assist you The front door is alway locked but we do have a bell push.
The door is 80 cm wide. On entry there are two doors with threshold 7 cm high. The floor is carpeted throughout.
Public areas in side the second front door is 80 cm wide and a threshold 7cm, To the left is a reception room with seating and telephone and tourist information. The corridoor in the higher ground floor is 80 cm wide.
The corridoor and stairs are well lit. All floors have short pile carpets including stairs.
Dog water bowl and food bowl.( and food if requested in advance) are avail;able on request.
The breakfast room and one bedroom are on the higher ground floor.
There are 11 stairs to first landing then one more step 20 cm high to top landing to first floor bedrooms.
The stairs are 20 cm high 20 cm deep 76 wide.
Public Areas WC.
All bedrooms are en-suite but there is a public toilet on the higher ground floor next to the dining room.
Dining Room.
Breakfast in served in the breakfast room on the higher ground floor. There are no steps.
Furniture is flexible and can be moved.
Tabless have underspace of 28 cm high by 70 cm wide no corner legs. There are chairs without arms which can be moved to accommodate.
Menus are provided in large print by prior arrangement.
We do not play background music in the B & B.
Laundry
not available.
Shop
There is a local general stores about 100 yards from the house.
Leisure facilities
Not available
Outdoor facilities.
Not available
Conference Meeting Rooms Entertainment etc
Not available
Bedrooms.
There are 5 bedrooms one on the lower ground floor, one on the higher ground floor and three on the first floor.
The lower ground floor bedroom number 5 is accessed by the outside stairs down 7 steps.
the steps are 9 cm high 36 cm deep and 140 cm wide. The main door is 70 cm wide through to a lobby with a 2 doors to the bed room 70 cm wide and a door to the bathroom 70 cm wide.
Cen either be a twin or a double bedded room
At least 46-86 cm routes within the bedroom e.g. to sidees of beds and 120 cm to dressing table, therefore allowing left or right transfer.Some furniture is moveable on request.
Beds are 60 cm high.
Television digital with remote controls and teletext..
Two arm chairs and a low table
Good colour contrast of walls , floor and fittings.
There is an en-suite bath and shower room.
Bathroom tiled floor.
Basin Vanity unit 80 cm high with space underneath.
Free floor space
Bath with shower in the bath operated by the taps.
Toilet is 40 cm high.
Fitted short pile carpet on the floor in bedroom and entrance lobby.
Upper ground floor bedroom number 4 is accessed by the entrance door to the house next to the reception room..
Door width 76 cm
It is a double bedded room
There is 75 cm free space between the bed and dressing table.
At least 120 cm around the bed and dressing table, therefore access either sidee of the bed .
One fitted wardrobe at the side of the bed.
Television remote controll digital with teletext.
Divan double bed provided is 60 cm high..
One arm chair and one dressing table stool. are provided in the room.
There is a shower cubicle in the room with a step of 12cm
The ensiute has a door entrance of 64 cm wide
Basin vanity unit 80 cm high with room under.
Free floor space with vinal floor covering.
Toilet is 40 cm high
Fitted short pile carpet on the floor
Good contrast in decor.walls floor and fittings.
First floor bed room number 3.situated on the long landing at the top of the stairs.
Door width 77 cm
It is a double bedded room
There is 84 cm free space between the bed and dressingtable.
At least 35+ cm around the bed and dressing table, therefore access either side of the bed .
Television remote controll digital with teletext.
Divan double bed provided is 50 cm high..
One arm chair and one chair upright no arms one dressing table stool. are provided in the room.
There is a shower cubicle in the room with a step of 18 cm
The ensiute has a door entrance of 65 cm wide
Basin vanity unit 80 cm high with room under.
Free floor space with vinal floor covering.
Toilet is 40 cm high
Fitted short pile carpet on the floor
Good contrast in decor.walls floor and fittings.
First floor bed room number 2.situated on the long landing at the top of the stairs.
Door width 75 cm
It is a double bedded room
There is 46 cm free space between the bed and dressing table.
At least 46+ cm around the bed and dressing table, therefore access either sidee of the bed .
Television remote controll digital with teletext.
Divan double bed provided is 60 cm high..
One arm chair and one upright no arms chair one dressing table stool. are provided in the room.
There is a shower cubicle in the room with a step of 18 cm
The ensiute has a door entrance of 60 cm wide
Basin vanity unit 80 cm high with room under.
Free floor space with vinal floor covering.
Toilet is 40 cm high
Fitted short pile carpet on the floor
Good contrast in decor.walls floor and fittings.
First floor bed room number 1.situated at the end of the landing .
Door width 76 cm entrance
Door width to bedroom from small entrance loby 76 cm
It is a double bedded or double/single room with an extra fitted bed.
There is 60+ cm free space between the bed and dressing table.
At least 120 cm around the bed and dressing table, therefore access either sidee of the bed .
Television remote controll digital with teletext.
Divan double bed provided is 50 cm high..
Two arm chairs and one dressing table stool. are provided in the room.
The ensiute bathroom has a door entrance of 68 cm wide
Basin vanity unit 80 cm high with room under.
Free floor space with wood floor covering.
Toilet is 40 cm high
The bath has the electric shower over the bath
Fitted short pile carpet on the floor in the bedroom
Good contrast in decor.walls floor and fittings.
Grounds and Garden.
We have a small enclosed garden (flower border and Lawn) of residents which is available to sit in.
There is a bench and a table and chairs for guests use.
There is a small local wooded area about 100 yards from the B&B where dogs (and owners) can get excercise.
Additional information
Dogs and other well trained and behaved pets welcome.
Mobile phone reception is generally good.
We have wireless internet available
We have a full fire safety certificate and smoke detectors and alarm stysem throughout the building.
In the event of an emergency we will ensure guests are evacuated safetly e.g hearing and sight impairment.
There are instructions in all rooms for use in emergency.
The main door is the escape route for rooms 1 to 4. Number 5 has its own door for escape.
All rooms have a full information pack for guests use.
As per the new regulations we are a non smoking house.
In the main entrance lobby we have a microwave oven and fridge for guests use.(available 24 hours)
Contact information.,
Address. Edmar Lodge, 64,Earlham Road, Norwich Norfolk NR2 3DF.
Telephone 01603 615599
Fax 01603 495599
Email mail@edmarlodge.co.uk
Website www.edmarlodge.co.uk
Hours of operation. we are open throughout the year. Hours flexible business. The B&B is our home so occupied 24 hours. Mainline telephone answered 7. a.m. to 11.p.m.
Local Taxi 01603 666666
Public transport bus 01603 760076
Public transport Trains 0845 6007245.Double-click to edit text, or drag to move.
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