East Lothian

DODDIE WEIR HOUSE

HOIST TYPE: CEILING TRACK & MOBILE

Manse Road, Dirleton, North Berwick, East Lothian, EH39 5EL

Website: * Tel: 01620 892864 * Email: selfcatering@leuchie.flywheelsites.com

Doddie Weir House is a disability cottage situated in the lovely conservation village of Dirleton. The village is situated on the Firth of Forth, between the Scottish capital of Edinburgh and the pretty coastal town of North Berwick. The cottage sleeps six people in total, two with disabilities. It is very spacious and has plenty of room for disabled people and their families or carers to spend quality time together

The disabled suite is extremely well equipped with two profiling beds, and an overhead hoist to the en-suite bathroom. The bathroom has a height adjustable wash basin and Clos-o-Mat toilet, a hi-lo bath, and a full size wheel-in shower. The very sizeable kitchen, with a convenient height adjustable hob top and sink, has everything you need to feel comfortable and at home. Upstairs there are two twin bedded rooms, a bathroom, and second sitting room for the family or carers.

The substantial downstairs sitting room leads into a comfortable conservatory from which you can see the local wildlife – deer, pheasant, squirrels, many garden birds, and even the occasional hedgehog.

Denis Duncan House overlooks one of the village greens and is also in sight of the famous ruined medieval castle. Nearby you can visit the coastal town of North Berwick which has a beach and seabird centre, as well as shops, restaurants, and pubs. 

Facilities:

  • Private off street parking on the tarmac driveway
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • 3 twin bedroom’s, 2 upstairs and a ground floor disabled suite
  • Disabled suite has twin profiling beds and a ceiling hoist into the en-suite wet room
  • The en-suite has a wheel in shower, Clos-o-mat height adjustable toilet, hi-lo bath with thermostatic taps and a electric height adjustable wash basin
  • Other disability equipment available including a portable hoist and shower chairs
  • Family bathroom upstairs with over bath shower
  • Living room with TV, DVD player, electric fire and riser / recliner arm chair
  • Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, fridge/freezer and microwave
  • Washing machine and tumble dryer situated in the disabled suite’s wet room
  • Conservatory with wicker furniture
  • Carers sitting room upstairs with sofa and TV
  • Accessible garden with patio and outdoor furniture
  • Bedding provided but not towels

THE CHALET

HOIST TYPE: CEILING TRACK

West Meikle Pinkerton Farm, Dunbar, East Lothian, EH42 1RX

Website: * Tel: 07788 374030

The Chalet, Holidays for All is a luxury, four star, self-catering holiday home set in the beautiful East Lothian countryside. The chalet is fully accessible with three bedrooms and accommodation for up to six guests.  Only two miles from the coastal town of Dunbar you can visit the local shops, cafes and local historic sites.  Dunbar train station allows easy access to the Scottish Borders or the Scottish Capital City of Edinburgh.

The bedrooms have the option of being either a twin or double rooms.  The master bedroom also has the option of electric lifting beds if required.  The master bedroom is fully accessible with removable ceiling track hoist.  If this is required during your stay please contact us.  You must have your own sling.

The chalet has one standard bathroom and an ensuite wetroom attached to the master bedroom (hoist available).  The wetroom has a Clos-o-mat toilet fitted

The kitchen/living room is a large area which is ideal for spending quality time together.  Large patio doors lead out to the decked area which is perfect for enjoying the sunshine or for watching glorious sunsets over the town of Dunbar.   The kitchen is fully equipped with fridge/freezer, oven, microwave, cooker, toaster and dishwasher.  The washing machine is situated in the hall wardrobe.

Facilities:

  • Large carpark at the rear of the building with space for up to three vehicles
  • 3 bedroom’s with either double or twin configuration
  • Master bedroom has an X/Y ceiling hoist and an en-suite wet room
  • The master bedroom has the option of electric lifting beds if required
  • The en-suite has an X/Y ceiling hoist, wheel in shower and Clos-o-mat toilet
  • Standard family bathroom with basin, toilet and bath with overhead shower
  • Open plan kitchen / dining / living area
  • Living room with flat screen TV, DVD player, electric fire and patio doors.
  • Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, fridge/freezer and microwave
  • Washing machine situated in the hall wardrobe
  • Accessible decking via ramp or living room with garden furniture and gas BBQ
  • Guests are encouraged to visit the farm and meet the animals
  • Welcome pack containing milk, tea, coffee, Pinkerton farm eggs and local bread

Please find below some reviews from Euan’s Guide:

The Chalet – Holidays For All – Dunbar with Disabled Access – Euan’s Guide

GLEN VIEW CARAVAN

HOIST TYPE: MOBILE

Thurston Manor Holiday Park, Innerwick, Dunbar, EH42 1SA

Website: * Tel: 01620 892864 * Email: selfcatering@leuchie.flywheelsites.com

Situated at Thurston Manor Holiday Park in the heart of East Lothian in the peaceful Glen View area of the park. We’re delighted to offer A dog friendly, self-catering holiday accommodation equipped to help meet the needs of disabled people or people with mobility issues for whom ‘wheelchair access’ just isn’t enough.

Thurston Manor is nestled at the foot of the Lammermuir hills, near the stunning East Lothian coastline and is set in 176 acres of breath-taking countryside. This ABI Derwent accessible caravan comes with an electric mobile hoist, profiling bed, wet room with wheeled shower chair, a spacious living room, fully equipped kitchen with wheelchair accessible sink, patio doors to decked area, ramped access, and gate for the security of pets and toddlers. The secure caravan decking has comfy seating on which to enjoy the beautiful, calming view of the Glen.

Facilities:

  • Parking area adjacent to the property for one vehicle
  • Gas central heating throughout
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Sleeps 6 in 2 bedrooms, a master & a twin
  • An electric profiling single bed & electric mobile hoist provided without charge
  • Adapted wet-room with a wheel-in level access shower & wheeled shower chair
  • Open plan lounge / dining room with TV, electric fire, dining table and sofa bed
  • Kitchen has a microwave, gas oven & hob, kettle & fridge / freezer
  • Worktop has knee space underneath the sink for wheelchair users
  • Voice controlled lamps and smart plugs
  • Dog Friendly
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Always contact the property’s owner before you make a firm booking to ensure all equipment listed can still be provided and is in working order. ALWAYS remember to take your own sling with you in order to use the hoist, most places DO NOT provide slings.