Yingyangpad - wheelchair/accessible accommodation

WELCOME Built in 2019 under the guidance of a wheelchair using friend we have provided most, but not all, of the facilities to suit our less mobile visitors, although everyone is more than welcome to stay with us. It is styled around a rustic theme and is located around 5 miles (8km) from the A1 and 3 miles (5km) from the M62 motorways, with good road/rail links from 3 local stations and a bus terminus. All our guests have the full private use of the detached annexe during their stay. The space FIRST OF ALL WELCOME TO YINGYANGPAD The accommodation has step free access and level entry through both wide doorways which are well lit after dusk. There is plenty of room for movement inside and outside. Off street parking is provided on a private driveway in front of the accommodation. There is an external private patio area to the side which can be floodlit after dusk if required, or has solar powered lighting for a little more ambience. External power is available via 13 amp sockets for mobility scooter/ebike, or escooter charging at a separate daily cost (£10.00 per unit) which is payable locally. Unfortunately we do not offer car or van charging but there are charging points available nearby. Inside there is a fitted kitchen which has a full electric cooker, microwave oven, slow cooker, refrigerator, washing machine, kettle, toaster and a separate tumble dryer in the adjacent wooden shed. The kitchen base units have push to open and close doors. Crockery/cutlery are provided including the essential bottle opener. The kitchen worktop is split level to accommodate food preparation/dining from a wheelchair, or as a small computer workstation. There is also a moveable butchers block type work station which contains the cutlery, pans and cooking aids. Because you are able to cater on site we do ask that guests refrain from cooking highly spiced or other food with distinctive odours as the aroma is difficult to remove and may be offensive to forthcoming guests. Hot and cold water are delivered to the sink through one lever controlled tap. The temperature of the hot water being restricted to 55C. Your open plan living and bedroom area has a two seater leather settee as well as two lightweight metal framed single beds with ample mobility access and storage underneath. The beds can be pushed together if required. We have “elephants feet” type risers for both beds to raise its current height of 24 inches (60cm) to 28 inches (70 cm) and 30 inches (75cm) if required. We are also able to provide a raised pillow support as well. Towels and bedding are provided and readily replaced upon request. Internally there is a small storage cupboard containing an iron, ironing board, clothes airer, electronic safe, small first aid kit and various cleaning items/essential supplies. There is also a carbon monoxide sensor, fire alarm, fire extinguisher and fire blanket in case of emergencies. There is a hairdryer, fan, coat hangers and storage drawers. provided. Fold down hangers are attached to the walls around the property. All the furniture is lightweight and moveable so you can configure the room to your liking depending on your individual needs. We are happy to help you do this if needed. There are two lightweight chairs and a table available for dining, or a tray table if you don't want things too formal. There is a further lightweight table with make up mirror and small table lamp adjacent to the electric fire. The main door has mirror film applied to prevent passers by looking in during the day BUT it is important to note that pulling down the blinds is necessary after dark when the interior lights are in use. This room has a velux window for additional light and ventilation which means it is not completely dark and cannot be made to be light free. If you need a completely darkened room to sleep we have eye masks available, or you can bring your own if you prefer. The unit has a wall mounted TV with Firestick facility and a separate mini hub. There is wi-fi available and one USB charging point. The heating is electric consisting of wall mounted radiators, a bathroom towel rail and a floor standing electric fire, all of which become hot during use and are NOT to be covered by any items to prevent a fire risk. As mentioned earlier some of the coat hooks are of a folding type and can be moved out of the way when not in use. There is a rug in front of the settee and one between the beds which can be moved if required. The shower room has either 2 small steps - approx. 3 inches each (75mm) or there is an aluminium ramp available rated at 300Kg for wheelchair/easier access if required. The barn door to the shower room slides to one side to provide entry and slides back for privacy. The door is raised up from the floor level so that it shuts with the ramp in place. There is a drop down support bar between the toilet and the washbasin as well as a fixed rail near the toilet. There are two toilet seat elevators available upon request which raise the seat from either 17 inches (40 cm) to 20 inches (50 cm) or to 23 inches (58 cm). Hot and cold water are delivered to the hand wash basin through one lever controlled tap. The temperature of the hot water being restricted to 55C. The shower is electrically operated with a half screen offering hand holds and roll in access to form a level floor. There is a wheeled shower chair and a foldable zimmer frame available upon request. Towels and toiletries are provided as well as hand sanitising gel, dettol spray and hygienic wipes. A side door key is provided for the duration of your stay, as well as a key for the small shed on the right of the accommodation, if access to the mobility scooter/e scooter/ebike storage area, tumble dryer, or charging point, is required. This is also a secure storage location for pedal cycles. A welcome pack of refreshments (tea, milk, coffee, sugar/sweeteners and fruit/biscuits) will be waiting for you when you arrive. Specialist mobility equipment, eg hoist and profiling bed etc, is not provided by us, but you are welcome to bring your own , at your own risk and expense. Any equipment hired in by you has to be removed on your departure date as there is no storage available for such items. IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE We are unable to accommodate infants, or children under 12 years of age, in this accommodation due to sharp edges, hot surfaces and corded blinds, so please do not be offended when we reject your booking. Similarly we do not host pets or animals of any kind due to family members being allergic to fur etc., so please do not be offended when we reject your booking. LOCAL AMENITIES Filling stations - provide fuel and basic provisions. Public houses - usual draught beer and food, Sports channels on their TV and some with a beer garden. There are the usual well known supermarkets, Haribo factory shop, Churches, banks in the local Town centre approx. 1 mile (1500m). It is easily walkable but there are some inclines. Good footpaths all the way with drop down crossings for wheelchair dependant guests. Local Emergency NHS Centre with 111 out of hours appointments is 1 mile (1500m) away. There is no A&E here and it is not 24 hour service. Bus route 200 yards (150m), bus terminus and three railway stations 1 mile (1500m) away. Please note that currently Monkhill railway station has no disabled access on the return line from Castleford/Wakefield/Leeds. Glasshoughton station near Xscape is 3 miles (5km) away, has free car parking and disabled access at both platforms. Xscape snow zone and Junction 32 retail shopping outlet is 3 miles (5km) distance. There is ample parking here but it does become very busy at Bank Holidays/School holiday periods. Pontefract Castle is 1 mile (1500m) distance and Pontefract Park and Racecourse is 1 mile (1500m) away. The Aspire Health Club and swimming pool are also sited in the Park, but there is no access or parking here on Race Days. Farm shop - 2 miles (3km) away for specialist foods; afternoon tea or full meals. Golf Clubs - Pontefract and Mid Yorkshire at Darrington are both within 4 miles distance. Oulton Hall golf is 12 miles away. Pontefract squash and leisure club is 1 mile (1500m) away. Snooker/pool hall is half a mile (800 m) away. There are professional football and rugby league grounds within easy reach as well as the newly constructed Aspire leisure complex in Pontefract Park. Guest access Guests have full use of this detached accommodation and adjacent patio/parking area. The unit offers full accessibility Wide doorways Open plan living/bedroom facilities Level entry No stairs Other things to note There are no planned construction/noisy works taking place. Unfortunately no extra guests are accepted. This is a quiet residential location so its no parties or noisy music. We do not accept pets, or animals of any sort, so please do not ask.