AN ACCESSIBLE HOLIDAY HOUSE

Catering to ALL mobility levels

Wheelchair Accommodation – Accessible Holiday House For People With Disabilities.  Just because you need a little extra help getting around, it does not mean your wheelchair accessible accommodation has to look like a hospital. 

That’s why we designed this holiday house to be wheelchair friendly. In doing so, my mum (who had MS) can be independent after so many frustrating experiences booking a holiday only to discover that the accommodation was not accessible at all! I wanted others to enjoy a relaxing holiday with all the luxury touches, just like my mum does

So, check out our Accessibility FAQ below the video. Furthermore, discover why we built a holiday rental designed for accessible needs in a recent blog story here.

Stay at 100 Hitchcock

Accessibility FAQ

The following will hopefully answer any questions you may have about how 100 Hitchcock caters for people with disabilities. 

To the right is a walkthrough of the property that highlights the accessible features. (Electric king bed, hoist, beach wheelchair, shower commode wheelchair, 2 types of shower and toilet chairs, walking frame, fixed and adjustable grab bars and more). 

Below you will find all the specific details of all of the features. We have listed all the possible answers to questions you may have.

If you do have any further questions feel free to email us at enquiry@100hitchcock.net.au or give us a call on 0417 553 509

What is included

We provide the following equipment (free of charge): 

  • Beach wheelchair (please note a $500 security bond covering accidental damage/ loss which is refunded at day of check out)
  • Portable patient lifter Invacare hoist. (You will need to Bring your own sling) .
  • Electric hi lo bed. There are two king single hi lo beds which are placed together to form a king bed. There are collapsible side rails on either side of the king set up. Hi lo lift as well as knees feet and head adjustable as well as vibrational massage feature. (note the massage function must not be used if you have a pacemaker.) There is also a Trendelenburg option. Full specs are here:  Elite Hi Lo Adjustable Bed Spec Sheet The mattress is made with cool touch Tencel fabric, latex gel support layer and a firm edge support wall to make wheelchair-to-bed transfers easier and safer.
  • Bed pole (for queen bed)
  • Manual wheelchair
  • Walking Frame
  • Shower chair (with side transfer)
  • Shower chair that is height adjustable (with arms)
  • Commode wheelchair with adjustable side arms
  • Height Adjustable toilet seat (standard size)
  • Height Adjustable toilet seat (xl size)
  • Toilet surround frame with grab bars
  • Long fixed T shaped grab bar in shower.
  • Baby monitor (for carers

 

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Accessing the property

There is a slight lip at the front door and a threshold ramp is provided, a wheelchair can go over smoothly as well. . Because the house is step free, with wide walkways, the accommodation is well suited to visually impaired guests too.

 

Yes a wheelchair can fit through. The doors are extra wide 90 cm to 130 cm in each room and exit points.

 

The door is 120 cm wide with a small lip. We have rubber threshold ramps for chairs to glide over.

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Inside the House

Polished concrete in the main living area, firm carpet in bedrooms and second living area and tiled bathrooms. Designed for wheelchairs to move around comfortably.

Yes anyone in a wheelchair has full access to the entire house. The layout is designed for visually impaired or wheelchair use.

Extra wide sliding doors with widths ranging from 120 cm to 155 cm in every room, except the second toilet. All bedrooms and bathrooms have extra wide sliding doors.

No stairs inside.  There are 2 steps from the rear covered deck to the grass outside in the backyard. A metal portable ramp is available to go to the grassed area. The covered deck is fully accessible, ( a 4 cm lip with rubber threshold ramps provided)

Kitchen, Dining & Outdoors

Height of dining table is 75 cm, and wheelchair can fit under easily.

Wheelchair can move around the kitchen easily, and microwave is at hip level. However, the wheelchair cannot fit under the sink or bench. The dishwasher is easy to access.

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wheelchair accommodation

There is a low (4 cm) rubber threshold ramp from house to the outside decking and covered patio. Rest comfortably under the covered deck.  There is a large step to the grassed area and we have a portable ramp if you wish to go onto the grass. .

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Wheelchair friendly bedroom

holiday accommodation hoist provided

Yes. we provide a portable electric hoist (Invacare ELF 127). BYO SLING FOR HYGEING REASONS

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Master bedroom suitable for a portable hoist which we provide free of charge. 

Electric hi-lo bed. There are two king single hi lo beds which are placed together to form a king bed. There are collapsible side rails on either side of the king set-up. Hi-lo lift as well as knees feet and head adjustable as well as vibrational massage feature. (note the massage function must not be used if you have a pacemaker.) There is also a Trendelenburg option. Full specs are here:  Elite Hi Lo Adjustable Bed Spec Sheet The mattress is made with cool touch Tencel fabric, latex gel support layer and a firm edge support wall to make wheelchair-to-bed transfers easier and safer. (Room for hoist under the bed ).

Sleep soundly with in the accessible master bedroom. Only the highest quality beds. 

The second Queen bed has room under bed for a hoist as well.

 

Yes, there are two levels for hanging space (upper and lower) as well as slide out drawers.

  • Electric hi lo bed. There are two king single hi lo beds which are placed together to form a king bed. There are collapsible side rails on either side of the king set up. Hi lo lift as well as knees feet and head adjustable as well as vibrational massage feature. (note the massage function must not be used if you have a pacemaker.) There is also a Trendelenburg option. Full specs are here:  Elite Hi Lo Adjustable Bed Spec Sheet The mattress is made with cool touch Tencel fabric, latex gel support layer and a firm edge support wall to make wheelchair-to-bed transfers easier and safer.

The bed height can be adjusted as it is a hi lo bed.

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Wheelchair accessible bathroom

Yes, a wheelchair can slide under the sink and for the shower the width to get into the shower is 88 cm. total dimensions of the master shower are 124 cm wide x 188 cm.

Yes it is, and there is no lip.

 

No it is a frameless glass screen with width access to glide into shower being 88 cm. It is very large, allowing a commode to glide in and out easily. It is completely level, and step-free.

Handheld adjustable hose and rain shower option.

It has a shower chair free standing that is height adjustable with side arms. It also has a shower chair with side transfer option. There is also a commode

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Not allowing for change table as well as wheelchair, (either or is fine).

Height of toilet is 45 cm and yes toilet chair can be placed over the top (which we also provide for you- see photo further down). The chair provided has grab handles on the sides. We also have the option of using the toilet as normal, but with side grab handles. (See photos) If you require one without handles, please bring your own toilet chair to meet this need. You can also use the commode

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Yes, there is a large fixed T shape grab rail in the en-suite. Also  there are 3 removable grab rails that are Australian standard approved suction cups. Therefore, this allows guests to place them where convenient (e.g. left or right handed) however grab rail cannot be used at toilet area. The toilet chair has handles on the sides of the chair.

Other bedrooms

There are a total of 3 bedrooms, (1 x master bedroom which has two hi lo adjustable king single beds (placed together to form a king). With side rails on either end when it is set up as a king.

Bedroom two has a queen bed with enough room for a hoist as well.

The third bedroom has 4 single beds which are set as two sets of bunks. with 4 bunk beds).

All beds are of the highest quality ensuring comfort for your stay.

Of the 3 bedrooms, there is an accessible wing with master bedroom and ensuite.

SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ELEXTRIC HI LO BEDS:

  • Electric hi lo bed. There are two king single hi lo beds which are placed together to form a king bed. There are collapsible side rails on either side of the king set up. Hi lo lift as well as knees feet and head adjustable as well as vibrational massage feature. (note the massage function must not be used if you have a pacemaker.) There is also a Trendelenburg option. rOOM UNDER BED FOR HOIST. Full specs are here:  Elite Hi Lo Adjustable Bed Spec Sheet The mattress is made with cool touch Tencel fabric, latex gel support layer and a firm edge support wall to make wheelchair-to-bed transfers easier and safer.

 

Yes, bedroom at the front of the house for a person with a disability (that has an accessible en-suite) and the second bedroom has room for a Patient Lifter Hoist as well. The second (4 single beds in bunk configuration) and third bedrooms (Queen bed) are at another end of the house. This section has a seocnd living room as well as a large bathroom. Sliding doors can separate the two sections for privacy whilst still having carers in the house. There is also a baby monitor to call at night time.

    

No. There is a separate wing divided by a wide sliding door for carers. A baby monitor is available for use as well.

Accessible laundry

Yes. both washer and dryer at floor level, glide in and out of laundry easily.

 

 

Blind or Low Vision

Guide Dogs are most welcome. There is a secure back yard for toileting. An additional cleaning fee is payable if their droppings aren’t collected.

Contrasting furniture: As shown on the photos, the furniture contrasts with flooring, making it easier to navigate the property. Link to detailed photos here.

Crockery and kitchenware: white crockery contrasts well with the timber dining table. Kitchenware contrasts well with the white kitchen bench tops.

At 100 Hitchcock, we have made an absolute best effort to accommodate a wide variety of access needs. It may not suit everyone, and we hope this detailed FAQ helps you make the correct choice for you. Do let us know if you have any suggestions or specific requirements. 

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