Overview

We stayed in Valley View last year and were so impressed we returned this year for a family party. Other members of our group stayed in the B&Bs in the main house and Brambles Barn, which can be linked with Valley View, a self-contained 'cottage', by opening the double door between them, so we had plenty of space for 12 people. Every possible thought has been given to the accessibility of Valley View including: - parking immediately outside the front door - flat access to the property inside and out (no unexpected ramps or steps) - extra wide doors and no narrow corners - powered worksurface containing sink and hob that can be adjusted to the height that works for you - table that allows wheelchairs to get as close as possible - a talking microwave (!) - huge beds (bed rail provided, though we took our own) with room for a powered wheelchair to access both sides and to get past the end of the bed - huge bathroom / wetroom with basin that can also be raised or lowered - a Geberit lavatory with optional bidet-type washing facility - fully-accessible shower. We took our own Standaid to help with transfers in and out of the wheelchair and commode, which meant we didn't need the raised lavatory seat that another reviewer commented on, but nothing is too much trouble for the owners, Edward and Marion, and you only have to ask if you need something. The only thing we missed this year was the cuckoo we heard last year, though Edward did hear it while we were there.

Transport & Parking

Flat parking immediately outside front door so getting a wheelchair out of the car and into the cottage is a doddle.

Access

Excellent - fully wheelchair-accessible. MUCH better than some accommodation that claims to be accessible but isn't.

Toilets

Huge bathroom / wetroom with basin and ample surrounding storage space that can be raised / lowered electrically, Geberit lavatory with optional wash facility, shower area with fold-down shower seat and plenty of room for a wheeled shower chair if one is needed. Plenty of sturdy grab rails in shower area and on both sides of the loo; emergency alarm cord.

Staff

Edward and Marian couldn't be more helpful. They provide a welcome pack of provisions, including some superb home-made cakes. If you can't find something, just ask.

Anything else you wish to tell us?

We have already returned for a second visit and have no hesitation in unreservedly recommending to others, whether or not they have special needs. There's plenty of room to sit outside and admire the views over rolling Herefordshire hills and the fact that it's a couple of miles from the main road means that it's quiet and restful.

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