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Welcome

spectacular newly built barn conversion with level access

elevated building, stunning views over surrounding farmland

on working farm in AONB

idyllic setting on the beautiful Isle of Wight, now a UNESCO biosphere

nearby sandy beaches

peace and tranquillity broken only by sheep calling their lambs and waterfowl on nearby lake

modern, neutral style

pocket sprung mattresses,crisp cream Egyptian cotton bedding ensues restorative sleep

stunning views through south facing glass picture windows

wood burning stove ensures the room is warm and cosy when it’s cold out

invigorating power showers, complimentary toiletries

adjacent, safe, free parking

owners live on site

dark skies

level access path to wooden ramp to main entrance

Bedrooms

We have non-allergic bedding.

Level access bedrooms

From the main entrance to the bedroom, there is level access.
The route to the bedroom is 750mm wide, or more.
The bedroom door is 750mm wide, or more.
There is unobstructed floor space 1200mm by 900mm, or more.

Hearing

The fire alarm has flashing lights.
The (bedroom) TVs have subtitles.
Some staff have disability awareness training.

Visual

The menu is in audio and large print.

General

There is a public toilet for disabled visitors.
Staff are available 24 hours a day.
Some staff have disability awareness training.
We have emergency evacuation procedures for disabled visitors.

Getting here

Godshill Park Barn
Godshill Park Farm Road
Godshill
PO38 3JF

Travel by public transport

You can get to Godshill Park Barn by bus.
Buses from Newport, Ryde, Shanklin and Ventnor stop at the bottom of our drive. Shanklin can be reached by train from Ryde Pier. Our drive is about quarter mile, level access, all tarmac. Guests can be collected by prior arrangement. The bus stop is 0.3 miles / 0.5 km from Godshill Park Barn.

Shanklin can be reached by train from Ryde Pier.
Our drive is about quarter mile, level access, all tarmac.
Guests can be collected by prior arrangement.

Travel by taxi

You can get a taxi with Jays Taxi - Newport by calling 01983 756555. The taxi company has a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
You can get a taxi with Ryde taxis - Ryde by calling 01983 811111. The taxi company has a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
You can get a taxi with Door 2 Door Taxis & Minibuses - Shanklin by calling 01983 404554. The taxi company has a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
We have a transfer service for visitors. Wheelchair users can use the transfer service.

We can collect guests in our private car by prior arrangement.

Any wheelchairs would need to be collapsed and put into the boot.

Parking

We have a car park. There are accessible parking spaces. The parking is less than 50 metres from the main entrance. Parking is free.
From the car park to the entrance, there is level access. There is a permanent ramp.
The route is 138mm wide, or more.

Not necessary as very close.

car park close to entrance car park close to entrance

Arrival

Path to main entrance

From the street to the main entrance, there is level access.
There is a permanent ramp.
The path is 138mm wide, or more.

Main entrance

The main entrance has level access.
There is a permanent ramp.
The door is 77mm wide.

The ramp gently slopes.  The entrance door opens outwards.  We can open the door for you if it's a problem.

The door can be opened from the inside by pushing a bar.

ramp to main entrance main entrance door inside main entrance door

Getting around inside

Bedrooms

All bedrooms have windows.
Bedrooms have ceiling lights, bedside lamps and natural daylight.
Lights are energy saving and traditional filament. TVs have subtitles.
All bedrooms are non-smoking.
We have non-allergic bedding.
All bedrooms have fitted carpets.
We can give details of our cleaning products on request.
We can move the bedroom furniture, to improve accessibility.
From the main entrance to this area, there is level access.

Accessible bedrooms

Accessible bedroom Soay in the Barn but not South or 4 poster rooms, other rooms in barn are accessible but have varying amounts of space.

The route to the bedroom is 77mm wide, or more. The bedroom door is 77mm wide. There is 125mm at the side of the bed. The bed is 66mm high. There is 5mm under the bed.
The bedroom is flexible (either double or twin). The bathroom is ensuite. The bathroom has a separate shower. There is a shower chair available. The direction of transfer onto the toilet is to the right. There is 80mm at the side of the toilet.
There is 90mm in front of the toilet. The toilet seat is 42mm high.
The basin is 83mm high. The taps are lever operated. There is space under the basin, with no pedestal or boxing.

We have a separate level access wet room and toilt which is specifically tailored for less able guests.

It is not en suite but accessed from the corridor.

toilet and basin in en suite shower room walk in shower en suite shower room

Lounge

Sitting room in Barn

From the main entrance to the lounge, there is level access. The route is 79mm wide, or more. The door is 80mm wide.

Furniture in the sitting room can be arranged differently if you give us advance notice or ask when you are here.

leather settee, leather chair, coffee tables, laminate floor, floor to ceiling windows corridor

Public toilet

Disabled toilet

There is a public toilet for disabled visitors.
From the main entrance to the public toilet, there is level access. The route is 79mm wide, or more.
The toilet door is 79mm wide.
The direction of transfer onto the toilet is to the left and right.
There is 90mm at the side of the toilet. There is 200mm in front of the toilet. The toilet seat is 48mm high. The toilets have handrails.
toilet and basin with grab rails in disabled toilet doorway to disabled toilet

Place to eat and drink

Dining room

From the main entrance to the dining area, there is level access. The route is 79mm wide, or more. The door is 80mm wide.
To get to a table, there are no steps.
The menu is offered in audio and large print.
The route through the dining area is 800mm wide, or more.
There is no background music.
We cater for sugar free (diabetic), vegetarian, gluten free (celiacs), lactose free (dairy free), nut free, low fat, high fibre and vegan specific diets.

We can cater for any diet given sufficient notice

wooden table chairs bi fold doors to balcony

Getting around outside

Barn lawns

From the main entrance to the gardens, there is level access.
There is a permanent ramp.
The route is sloped. The route is 138mm wide, or more.
lawns and paths leading to ramp to main entrance lawns and paths leading to ramp to main entrance

Balcony

From the main entrance to this area, there is level access. The route is 79mm wide, or more. The entrance is 200mm wide.

The covered in balcony is accessed from the dining room through bi fold doors and from the sitting room through a door

covered balcony covered balcony view from balcony

Customer care support

Accessibility equipment

We provide wheelchairs. Wheelchairs are free.

we have one wheelchair, shower stool, raised seat for toilet

For a list of more items, please go to http://www.redcross.org.uk/Where-we-work/In-the-UK/Southern-England/Hampshire....
Assistance dogs n can relieve themselves not far from the main entrance. We will be happy to show you where.
We have an area to charge mobility scooters and battery powered wheelchairs.

Outdoor plug near disabled car space

You can hire mobility equipment from Red Cross by calling 01983 522718.

Emergency evacuation procedures

We have emergency evacuation procedures for disabled visitors.
The fire alarm has flashing lights.

Customer care support

Some staff have disability awareness training.
Staff are available 24 hours a day.

If you advise your requirements in advance we will discuss whether we can accommodate them.

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