HARRY’S HOUSE DURHAM
ACCESS
STATEMENT
© Harry’s House Durham 2021
42 HIGH STREET, CARRVILLE,
DURHAM,
DH1 1AS
CONTACT US
TEL: 07961889916
EMAIL: harryshousedurham42@gmail.com
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This access statement does not contain personal
opinions as to our suitability for those with access
needs, but aims to accurately describe the
facilities and services that we offer all our
guests/visitors.
Access Statement for Harry's House Durham
Introduction
Harry's House offers self catering accommodation
just 3 miles from the heart of the Cathedral City of
Durham. Harry's sleeps up to 5 people and has 3
bedrooms,all situated up a standard flight of 14
stairs.Our living areas are large and easily
accessible,
with kitchen,dining room and lounge all on one
level. The garden and driveway are located over a
residential back lane just a few metres from the
back door. The lower garden entertaining space is
accessed by 4 steps on a small incline. 'House was
built in 1936 but has been recently renovated in a
quirky style to provide real 'home from home'
comfort.
We look forward to welcoming you. If you have
any queries or require any assistance please phone
07961889916 or email
harryshousedurham42@gmail.com
Pre -Arrival
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A map of our location is available on our
website www.harryshousedurham.co.uk.
Alternatively you can plan your journey with
the AA route planner tool online using our
postcode DH1 1AS to get up to the minute
traffic updates for optimum route.
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The nearest rail station is Durham City Centre
approx 4 miles away. Taxis are available from
the station and include disabled access
vehicles.
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Local bus services run every 15 mins and stop
5m from the property. Ask the driver for
Carrville High Street.
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We are on a main road at the front of the
property which is serviced regularly by the
local council,pavements are level and well
kept.
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We can provide access to a wheelchair if
required. Please let us know prior to arrival.
Key Collection, Welcome and Car Parking
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The owner will be on hand to greet you with a
short tour of facilities and your keys
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Parking is available to the rear of the property
on our private driveway.On street parking is
also available to the front of the property for
additional vehicles. Driveway is well lit at
night by fixed light if needed and is covered
24hrs a day by CCTV.
Entrance to Property
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The front entrance has 1 step up with no fixed
handrail.Floor covering from this entrance is
wool carpet, and there is a light switch to the
left as you enter.
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The back entrance is approx 5m from the
parking area and has 2 small steps with no
fixed handrail. Floor covering in this area is
parquet flooring, although we also provide
non slip doormats and kitchen runners here.
Halls, Stairs, Landings, Passageways
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The stairs and landing are well lit with ceiling
level pendant light.
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Staircase is or standard construction with
wool fitted carpet and 14 steps. There is a
fixed handrail running the full level of stairs
and also along the landing.
Sitting Room/Lounge
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Sitting room/lounge is on ground floor with
entry from front door. There are no doorways
to negotiate as we are open plan to dining
room.
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The room is large and has 3 upholstered
sofas.We have side tables that can be moved
around to optimize space and accessibility.
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The TV is flatscreen with Freeview and DVD
player is also available.Both have remote
control.
Lighting in the room is wall mounted and has
dimmer switches, as well as from standard table
lamps. The natural light in this room is good as
there is a large window.
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Flooring is wool fitted carpet.
Dining Room
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Dining room can be accessed from the kitchen
or the lounge and has overhead halogen
spotlights on a dimmer switch.
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The dining table can be accessed from all sides
and has seating for 6 people.Chairs are of
standard construction,solid wood with rush
seating and can be moved freely.
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Natural light is good with dual aspect from
kitchen and lounge.
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Flooring is wool fitted carpet and 1 large wool
rug.
Kitchen
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The kitchen is situated to the rear of the
property,on level access to the ground floor of
the house. The kitchen is spacious galley style
with stand alone units.
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One glass panel door leads into dining room
and is of standard size.
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Oven is electric and front opening at lower
level, grill is drop down design at middle level.
Hob is electric and has 4 rings at standard
level. There is an extractor fan with overhead
lighting.
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Workspace is plentiful at standard height and
easily accessible from all areas of the kitchen.
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Sink area is separate from food preparation
areas and is at standard height.
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fridge and freezer are both under-counter
style and so are at floor level at lowest points.
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Kitchen crockery,utensils etc can be moved
around to best suit the needs of the guest but
each type has its own cupboard.
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No table/seating available in the kitchen.
Bedrooms and Sleeping Areas
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All bedrooms on first floor.1 is a large master
suite with double bed and double sofa bed
available. 1 has triple sleeper bunk and a
single, 1 is a single that also has additional
single guest bed available. All bed are of divan
construction and as such that they are easily
accessible.All beds have quality orthopedic
mattresses
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Furniture in these rooms has been placed to
provide optimum space and therefore would
not benefit from being moved.
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Doors are of standard size.
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Rooms are serviced by combination boiler
central heating.
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Lighting in all room provided by standard
ceiling pendants and bedside table lamps.
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Each room has its own robes and towels. All
bedding is hypoallergenic.
Bathrooms, Shower-rooms and Toilets
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Bathroom is level entry with standard door.
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separate walk in shower cubicle is large with
direct access. The water flow is thermostically
controlled and has an anti-scald mechanism.
The shower is large enough to take a shower
seat. If this is required please let us know in
advance.
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The bath is roll top freestanding but has no
grab rail.
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Toilet is standard level.
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Washbasin/bath have standard taps.
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Flooring is non slip linoleum, bath mats
available.
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Well lit from large window and overhead
light.
Garden
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The garden is large and separated into 2 areas.
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Front area has seating,lawn,flowerbeds and
paved areas as well as clematis covered
pergola. Ideal for morning coffee.
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Rear area is accessed by 4 steps and had
lawn,patios,BBQ area and private use of hot
tub. We have an addition of a heated changing
room,seating area with TV.
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Seating also available under our grapevine
covered pergola in this area.
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All areas of the garden can be accessed by
level pathways.
Additional Information
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Well behaved dogs are welcome.
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The property benefits from access to Fibre-
optic WiFi.
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The village had doctors,dentists,chemists and
an array of service providers available as well
as C of E,Methodist and Catholic churches.
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We provide an extensive directory of local
attractions, takeaways menus and details of
public houses and restaurants.
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Our directory includes details of emergency
services, vets etc and can be found in the file
in the dining room.
Future Plans
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We are constantly looking to improve our
service, comments are welcome to help us
achieve this.