Increase in accessible UK holiday bookings
UK cottage lettings agency holidaycottages.co.uk has seen a 23 per cent increase in bookings for accessible properties year on year (based on comparing bookings for January-August 2013 with January-August 2014). These findings highlight the need for the UK holiday industry to offer a wide choice for those who may have specific accessibility requirements.
Holidaycottages.co.uk currently has almost 200 increased accessibility properties in its portfolio as it continues to meet the requirements of all holidaymakers. Guests can choose from a wide range of properties with increased accessibility including family friendly options, beautiful coastal properties and even cottages on a working farm. The total number of accessible cottages in the company’s collection has increased just over 26 per cent year on year in 2014.
Holidaycottages.co.uk’s Managing Director James Morris says,
“We know how important it is to have a diverse selection of properties that cater for all needs and requirements and this has been reinforced by the increase in visitors looking for and booking accessible holidays. Our aim is to provide a high standard of holiday properties for everyone looking to enjoy a memorable holiday in the UK. There is a holiday property to suit all of the family, even the dog.”
Accessible properties available to book through holidaycottages.co.uk include:
Cory Farm Stanbury Cottage is a charming barn conversion set within a 267 acre dairy farm close to the popular town of Bude in North Cornwall. Guests will enjoy exploring this stunning area of the South West with its fantastic visitor attractions and beaches within easy reach. Cory Farm Stanbury Cottage is fully wheelchair accessible and has M3I accessibility accreditation. This property is accessed via the upper ground floor which features one twin room and en-suite wet room with a shower as well as the kitchen and lounge/diner. The lower ground floor also features one twin bedroom and two doubles, one with en-suite shower room and WC. Cory Farm Stanbury Cottage has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, it sleeps up to eight people and two dogs are allowed.
Folke Manor Woodpecker is a stunning two bedroom converted barn situated within the peaceful grounds of the owner’s farm. The warm and welcoming single-storey, ground floor property is located in Sherborne in Dorset where the stunning coastline has World Heritage status. Holidaymakers have a wide range of nearby attractions to visit including National Trust properties, and animal lovers will enjoy trips to Monkey World, the Sea Life Centre or Longleat Safari Park. Guests can take advantage of the shared indoor heated pool and explore the grounds which are home to a wealth of wildlife including badgers, kingfishers and woodpeckers. Folke Manor Woodpecker has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, it sleeps up to four people and one dog is allowed.
For a property to be considered as having increased accessibility it is required to meet a number of requirements including; properties that are on one level or have the living accommodation, bedroom and bathroom on one level as well as step-free access to the property with adequate and close parking. Holidaycottages.co.uk also has a number of properties that meet Visit England’s National Accessible Standards for Mobility Impairment certificate. It is important, however, to note that any property identified with increased accessibility may have different levels of provision. Holidaycottages.co.uk recommends that all holiday makers talk to their property specialists in order to find the best option to suit any specific requirements.
To view the full range of properties, visit holidaycottages.co.uk/accessible.
To book a stay at any of the properties mentioned, visit holidaycottages.co.uk.