Georgian Apartment

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

Introduction

The Georgian Apartment is a self catering, 2 bedroom Georgian Grade 2 listed apartment on the edge of the pedestrianised High Street in the southern coastal town of Gosport. It sleeps up to 4 (+2) guests. The apartment is surprising large and is well appointed with good access to local shops, attractions and local bus routes. It provides a comprehensive welcome folder for guests outlining important and useful information with contact numbers available for the owners.

Pre-Arrival

• For full details and maps of how to reach the property see the directions and maps section of www.completeholidayhomes.co.uk. Alternatively, you can plan your journey by car or public transport using http://www.theaa.com/route-planner/index.jsp; simply enter your postcode and the houses, which is PO12 1BX to get directions.
• The nearest railway station is Portsmouth harbour which is a short 5-10 minute walk from the apartment to the Gosport – Portsmouth ferry, which is then a 4 minute crossing. Taxis are available this side of the harbour, if necessary. If you require an wheelchair accessible taxi this can be booked locally from Sky Cars on 02392 522522.
• The property is set over two floors on the 2nd and 3rd floor without a lift so is not be suitable for those who are wheelchair dependent.
• There are local shops that provide equipment hire should you need it and if you do have any requirements let us know and we will be pleased to help. We would happily recommend ‘Solent Mobility Center’ 023 9200 9999, http://solentmobility.co.uk/.
• The Welcome Folder and this Access Statement are available in larger print on request.

Key Collection, Welcome and Car Parking

• You will be met at the property, shown around and offered useful local knowledge to assist you in your stay.
• Parking is available by the side if the property for 2 cars and there is additional roadside parking subject to availability.

Entrance to property

• The front ground floor door is off the main tarmacked pavement and 30″ wide.
• There is a row of tiles before the threshold to the front door that are 1″ high and 8.5″ in depth.
• There is one step into the property that is 4.5″ high.
• There is a cloak room on entrance that is 52″ in length, this area is laminated, it is well lit with a motion sensored light that automatically comes on upon entrance.
• There is a second door that leads to the small hall area (61″) before the first flight of stairs, this is a carpeted area and the door is 30″ wide.

Hall, Stairs, Landings, Passageways

• The stairs are approximately 7″ high and 10″ in depth with a hand rail located on the right.
• On the first flight of stairs, there are 2 steps leading to a small square half landing that measures 32.5″ width. There is then another 2 steps leading to another small square half landing of the same width.
• There are a further 9 steps, leading to another small square half landing with an additional 1 step that leads to 6 more steps to take you to the 1st floor.
• The passage way on the first floor is laminated and is 36″ wide with a shower room, kitchen and lounge leading off.
• The second flight of stairs leading to the second floor bedrooms comprises of 9 steps leading to a small square half landing, with an additional 9 steps to the second floor.
• The hand rail for the second flight of stairs is located on the left.
• The landing on the second floor has two single leather armchairs with a small coffee table in the middle of them for guests to relax and read etc.
• All stairs are carpeted and are well lit

Sitting Room/Lounge

• The sitting room is located to the front of the first floor.
• There is a small wooden threshold to be crossed to access this area.
• The door into this area is 31″ wide.
• This area is covered with laminate flooring.
• The room has two 2/3 seater leather sofas and one small single leather armchair, all with cushions.
• There is plenty of room to move around with the furniture situated where it is.
• The room is lit up by 3 large windows as well as additional chandelier in the middle of the ceiling.

Kitchen/Diner

• The kitchen/diner is situated on the first floor.
• There is level access to this room.
• The door is 29″ wide.
• The flooring is vinyl.
• Situated in the middle of the kitchen, is a dining table that seats 4-6 guests.
• The chairs are vinyl upholstered.
• The table measures 35.5″ wide by 63″ in length by 30″ in height.
• The oven doors drop down and the maximum height of the oven is 29″ from the floor.
• The hob is 36″ from the floor and the microwave is 36″ from the floor.
• Work surfaces/ food preparation areas are 36″ from the floor.
• The cupboards containing crockery and foodstuffs are 57″ from the floor.
• The height of the highest shelf of the fridge is 51″ from the floor and the lowest drawer 28″.
• The freezer is located in a cupboard above the fridge, the top shelf is 70″ from the floor.
• The sink tap is a single lever mixer tap with a 2 bowl sink and drainer.
• The room is lit up by 2 large windows as well as 3 ceiling mounted spotlights.

Bedrooms and sleeping areas

• There are two bedrooms both located on the second floor.
• The door way to bedroom 1 is 29.5″ wide.
• There is level access to this room.
• This area is carpeted with a medium sized rug in the middle.
• Access around the sides of the bed are 36″ at the most narrow point.
• The door way to bedroom 2 is 29″
• There is a wooden threshold to be crossed before entering this room.
• This area is carpeted.
• Access around the sides of the bed are 24″ at the most narrow point.
• The beds are zip link 5ft king size and the configuration can be changed to singles to accommodate the guest’s needs. The mattress heights are 26″.
• Both bedrooms are lit by large windows as well as ceiling mounted lighting, with additional bedside lamps.
• There is a good selection of storage options within both rooms with wardrobes and chest of drawers.

Bathrooms/ Shower Rooms

• There is a 1st floor shower room and a 2nd floor bathroom.
• The shower room has level access and the door is 29″ wide.
• This area is vinyl floored.
• This room comprises, a large wash basin, 31″ from the floor, a towel radiator, a toilet which is 16.5″ from the floor, and a shower cubicle with a step up of 8″.
• The bathroom has level access and the door is 28″ wide.
• This area is vinyl floored.
• This room comprises, a large wash basin, 33″ from the floor, a towel radiator, a toilet which is 16.5″ from the floor and a large bath, which is 25″ from the floor at the highest point. There is a shower hose attached to the taps and a shower curtain around the bath.
• Both bathroom are lit by windows as well as spotlights.