Australia

OAKS SUNSHINE COAST SEAFORTH RESORT

HOIST TYPE: CEILING TRACK

98-110 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headlands, QLD 4572

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Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. From the balcony or the main bedroom sit back and watch the waves crashing on the beautiful sands of Alexandra Headlands. This unit is designed to accommodate for people with all needs. One of the only Apartments for hire with a ceiling hoist and adjustable beds.

Spacious and stylish with great views, you are sure to have a wonderful time. Fitted to accommodate people with special needs. You have the entire 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit to yourself. There is no sharing of space here. If you require the ceiling hoist, reclinable shower commode or IV pole we have them available to hire. We are also more than happy to help assist you with getting any other equipment you may require at a cost. You also have access to the pools, gym and bbq areas this resort has to offer. The pools and spa are heated. The lagoon is the perfect place to have little ones paddle or just pull up a lounge and relax with a book and drink in hand.

Facilities:

  • Accessible parking space in the car park
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Central air conditioning & heating
  • 2 Queen bedrooms; one en-suite with a ceiling track hoist
  • The en-suite has a bath, wash basin & W.C
  • Wet room with level access shower, a shower chair can be provided
  • Open plan lounge / kitchen / dining room
  • Lounge with 55″ flat screen TV, sofa bed, dining table & ceiling hoist
  • Kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, oven & hob
  • Laundry room with washing machine & tumble dryer
  • Balcony with outside dining area
  • Communal gardens, swimming pool, sun loungers, BBQ, gym, sauna & hot tub

CLARK BAY COTTAGES

HOIST TYPE: CEILING TRACK

463 Riverview Road, Narooma, NSW 2546

Website: * Tel: +61 (02) 4476 1640 * Email: info@clarkbaycottages.com.au

Come, stay and relax amongst the bellbirds. Each of our four self contained, spacious cottages has a great view of the Wagonga Inlet at Narooma on the NSW South coast. Only 5 mins drive to a choice of beaches, world class golf course, clubs, shops and restaurants.

Twenty-one acres of land is there for you to explore. Enjoy playing tennis on our tennis court or table tennis in our recreation hall.

Set on 21 acres of farmland at Narooma, NSW with views of the Wagonga Inlet are four self-catering cottages. One of the two bedroom properties (sleeps 6) has a ceiling track hoist in one of the bedrooms. Both bedrooms have an en-suite bathroom with a shower/wet room. The property has an electronic main entrance, air conditioning and an open plan kitchen/diner/lounge with induction cooker, washer/dryer and microwave.

Our recreation hall is just great for functions like yoga, dancing, workshops or family get-togethers. It is a lovely spot to hang out on a rainy day. Its free to use when you stay with us.

Our waterfront is a part of Clark Bay Marine Sanctuary and the water is quite shallow. It is possible to launch your own kayak or catamaran provided it is not low tide. Our Alpacas will eat from your hand if you offer them some Lucerne Hay or Alpaca pellets.

Facilities:

  • Private on-site car parking
  • Remote control air-conditioning
  • All cottages are built for accessibility with no steps
  • Cottages 1-3 have 2 bedrooms, sleeping 6. Cottage 4 has 4 bedrooms
  • Electronic main entrance to cottage 1
  • Cottage 1 has a ceiling track hoist in one of the 2 bedrooms
  • Cottage 1 and 2 have an en-suite for each bedroom with wheel in shower
  • Cottage 3 has 1 bathroom with bath, Cottage 4 has 2 access bathrooms.
  • Open plan lounge/kitchen/diner
  • TV, video, CD and radio
  • Self catering kitchen with microwaves and cookers
  • Washing machine and dryer in cottages 1-3
  • Veranda with outside furniture and a BBQ
  • Recreation hall with table tennis table
  • Outside tennis court
  • The farm has Alpacas you can feed
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GLEN MOORE UNITS

HOIST TYPE: CEILING TRACK & MOBILE

26-28 Tolosa Street, Glenorchy, Tasmania 7010

Website: * Tel: +61 (03) 6272 8816 * Email: admin@paraquadtas.org.au

Glenn Moore Units are purpose built accessible two bedroom accommodation units for people with physical disability. Located in Glenorchy the Units feature overhead ceiling hoists, open plan bathrooms, modern appliances and spacious living and bedrooms rooms designed for wheelchair accessibility and comfort.

These two units are owned by ParaQuad Tasmania and situated in the capital Hobart. Both have 2 bedrooms, a master with a ceiling track hoist and an adjustable queen size bed and a twin with a single, fully profiling bed. The ceiling hoist runs into the bathroom to the bath and wheel in shower, there’s also a wheeled shower chair, an accessible wash basin and pull down rails around the toilet. There’s a large open plan living area and the kitchen has space under the sink and hob for wheelchair users.

Facilities:

  • Private off street accessible parking with car port
  • Air conditioning
  • 2 bedrooms, a master with adjustable queen and twin with profiling bed
  • Accessible master bedroom with a ceiling hoist into the bathroom
  • The bathroom has a bath, a wheel in shower and accessible wash basin
  • A wheeled shower chair and a portable hoist can be provided
  • Open plan lounge / kitchen / diner
  • Flat screen TV and DVD player in the lounge
  • Kitchen with space under the hob and sink for wheelchair users
  • Low level cupboards and microwave

SARGOOD ON COLLAROY

HOIST TYPE: CEILING TRACK & MOBILE

1 Brissenden Avenue, Collaroy, NSW 2097

Website: * Tel: +61 (02) 8597 0600 * Email: info@sargoodoncollaroy.com.au

Situated on Guringai country, our accessible resort provides uninterrupted views over Sydney’s Northern Beaches Peninsula and the Pacific Ocean. Beyond the open space, wide doors and generously sized apartments with seamlessly integrated home automation, there’s the very latest in assistive technology, adaptive equipment and an endless array of recreation activities and courses waiting to be discovered.

THIS PROPERTY IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO BOOK FOR THOSE WITH A SPINAL INJURY

Offering 17 accessible rooms and suites, all featuring the very latest in adaptive technology, home automation and assistive technology, home automation and adaptive equipment. All apartments come with a ceiling track hoist above the bed, electric profiling beds, wet room style bathroom with wheel in shower and a wheeled shower chair. A small kitchenette can be found in each room or you can use the communal kitchen. Other disability equipment, care services, activities, wellbeing courses and events can be provided.

Take in the breathtaking views of the beautiful Northern Beaches peninsula from the comfort of our guest lounge. This area is a quiet and casual open space for relaxation with direct access to an outdoor balcony also overlooking the Pacific Ocean. There’s also a gym onsite and a recreation room with games consoles and a pool table

Enjoy the communal kitchen bench area or sit outside on the adjacent balcony overlooking Collaroy Beach.
All of the elements of our kitchen are thoughtfully designed to facilitate cooking with a spinal cord injury, including limited hand function.
Trial the latest in adapted cooking utensils and appliances, such as our electronic height-adjustable benches, Thermomix and professional barista machine.

Facilities:

  • Private on-site car park
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • iPad control of air-conditioning, doors, lights and blinds
  • Apartments have either 1 or 2 bedrooms and sleep between 3 & 8 people
  • Each bedroom has a ceiling hoist and king profiling beds
  • Wet room style bathrooms with wheel-in shower and wheeled shower chair
  • Dishwasher, hob, full size fridge, coffee machine & ergonomic tipping kettle
  • Kitchenette has a height adjustable sink, benchtop and hob
  • Living area with sofa bed, dining table, TV with Foxtel, Apple TV and movies
  • Sliding doors from living area to private outside veranda with furniture
  • Extra disability equipment available without charge
  • Communal fully equipped kitchen, guest lounge, recreation room & gym
  • Care can be provided for an additional cost
  • Adapted recreation equipment and assistive technology available
  • Activities, events, courses, onsite Nurse and Occupational Therapist
  • Conference room
  • Service animals are allowed but strictly no pets
  • Outside areas with seating and access to the beach
  • Bed linen provided

SHADY GUMS

HOIST TYPE: CEILING TRACK

72 Royston Road, Halls Gap, Victoria 3381

Website: Tel: +61 0403 319438 / 0439 887633 * Email: info@shadygums.com.au

Shady Gums is a unique two bedroom holiday house. It is modern, spacious, suitable for families and couples. Shady Gums is perfect for those needing accessible facilities, having been purpose built with wheelchair access and varying needs in mind. Surrounded by the spectacular Grampians National Park, in Victoria Australia. It is 2.4 kms from the Halls Gap town centre. The house is set in amongst Eucalypt trees and has its own seasonal creek flowing through the property.

Shady Gums has all the modern features that you would need including – full kitchen facilities, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, free wifi (limited) and laundry facilities. The large open plan kitchen/living area overlooks the creek and is heated by a slow combustion wood heater. It Also has a reverse cycle Air conditioner for cooling in summer. Accessible facilities include an accessible parking space, ramped access, ceiling track hoist access to the bed and spa bath (please request at the time of booking), wet-room with wheel in shower, wheeled shower chair and a hi-lo double/twin beds in the main bedroom.

There is an undercover deck area overlooking the creek with a Weber BBQ for outdoor dining. Take in the peace of the bush as you fire up the barbie on the deck amongst the gum trees. Sit around the campfire toasting marshmallows and drinking your favourite wine. All the while sharing your experience  with the birds, visiting wildlife and the  bubbling creek.

Facilities:

  • Private off street car parking for 2 vehicles
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning and wood heater
  • 2 bedrooms: A master king with hi/lo bed & a Queen size sleeping 3
  • Ceiling track in the master king & above the spa bath in the spa bathroom
  • Extra equipment provide on request including wheeled shower chair & ceiling hoists
  • Bathroom with wheel in shower, washbasin & washing machine
  • Open plan living / kitchen / dining room
  • Living room has a Smart TV, DVD player, wood fire, Air-con, sofa & dining table
  • Kitchen with dishwasher. microwave, fridge, electric oven & hob, kettle and toaster
  • Outside area with deck, garden furniture, BBQ, fire pit, swing seat & creek
  • Bed linen & towels provided
  • Suitable for assistance dogs. No pets

WATTLETREE COTTAGE

HOIST TYPE: MOBILE

 Wattletree Road, Warburton, Victoria 3799

Website: * Tel:  +61 (0) 400 822 766 * Email: bookings@wattletreecottage.com.au

Wattletree Cottage is a five-bedroom retreat nestled in the beautiful Yarra Valley township of Warburton and is surrounded by mountains and a beautiful variety of trees, birds and wildlife. . The cottage is wheelchair friendly, with one of the bathrooms allowing access for people with mobility issues. It is ideal for seniors, work retreats and weddings, and activities such as walking, cycling, and motorcycling.

The house is fully self-contained and offers cathedral ceilings, large open family/kitchen/lounge area with wood heater and many large windows. There are two bathrooms and most conveniences such as T.V, video, DVD, CD player, books, games and toys. The Cottage has front and back verandahs. The back verandah is large with a table and chairs. A BBQ is located on the back verandah. Wattletree Cottage has been set up to provide a holiday opportunity for all, including those with mobility issues. Owners of Wattletree Cottage have had extensive experience in the Disability field and recognise the need for more accessible holiday opportunities for all. We have tried to make Wattletree Cottage as wheelchair friendly as possible. Not all areas of the outside of the property are accessible.

Facilities:

  • Private off street car parking
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Nobo panel heaters in all the bedrooms
  • 5 bedrooms: A king/twin, 2 Queen size, Twin & a king with bunk
  • Bedroom 4 has a height adjustable bed with side rails and an adjustable back rest
  • Accessible wet-room with wheel in shower, shower chair & accessible washbasin
  • A mobile hoist can be provided without charge
  • A second standard bathroom with bath, washbasin & W.C
  • Open plan living / kitchen / dining room
  • Living room has a TV, DVD player, wood-fired stove, 2 sofas & dining table
  • Kitchen with microwave, 2 fridge/freezers, electric oven & hob, kettle and toaster
  • Lowered kitchen bench to access microwave, toaster and kettle
  • Outside area with 2 verandahs, garden furniture, BBQ & kids playground

WHEELIES REST

HOIST TYPE: CEILING TRACK & MOBILE

Smiths Beach, Phillip Island, Cowes, Victoria 3922

Website: * Tel: +61 (03) 9320 9555 * Email: Enquiry@WheeliesRest.org

This property can accommodate up to 11 guests. The nightly rate includes up to 4 guests, extra guests are charged $50 per night. Wheelies Rest is fully wheelchair accessible and located just under two hours drive from Melbourne on the beautiful ocean-side of Phillip Island.

Numerous activities are accessible within easy reach. It’s just a 10 minute drive to the world famous Penguin Parade and Seal Rocks.

Wheelies Rest is run by Muscular Dystrophy Australia and is a purpose built accessible 4 bedroom villa on Phillip Island sleeping 11. One of the twin bedrooms has a ceiling track hoist above the two electric hi-lo single beds. The separate wet room doesn’t have a ceiling hoist but they do provide a manual hoist for hoisting onto the wheeled shower chair or commode. The kitchen has space under the hob and sink for chair users and there’s a large open plan living area. Outside there’s a BBQ and sitting area.

Facilities:

  • Private off street car parking
  • Air conditioning and central heating throughout
  • 4 bedrooms: 1 twin and 3 rooms with a single and bunk bed
  • The twin has 2 Hi-Lo adjustable beds and a ceiling track hoist
  • Bathroom with wheel in shower, shower chair and accessible sink
  • A portable hoist can be provided if required
  • Open plan living / kitchen / dining room
  • TV and radio with ipod dock in the living room
  • Kitchen with fridge / freezer, oven, hob, kettle and toaster
  • Washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Outside area with garden furniture and BBQ
  • Linen or towels not provided, only blankets

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.