Whether you are staying in Coffs Harbour for business or pleasure, The Observatory has accommodation that is just right for you. Surrounded by the unique atmosphere and vibrance of Coffs Harbour's cosmopolitan Jetty area, The Observatory provides luxury to suit your every need. Centrally located, it is an easy walk to the beach, marina, markets, restaurants and shopping. There is 1 fully accessible 2 bedroom apartment with ocean views, featuring: Light switches at wheelchair height - Folding stool and no hob in bathroom - Shower Hose - Raised toilet with handrail Ramp access to office - Beds raised for lifter frames - Access to specialist equipment, delivered prior to arrival Great ground floor view - Comply with Carers WH & S standards.
Car Park
1. Do you provide designated parking for people with disabilities onsite? Yes
1a. Do the designated parking spaces measure at least 3200mm? Yes
1b. Are the spaces marked with a wheelchair symbol? No
1c. Are the spaces undercover? No
2. Is there a clear and continuous accessible path of travel from the car park to reception? Yes
3. Is there a clear and continuous accessible path of travel from the car park to accommodations? Yes
4. Is there clear external and internal directional signage? Yes
5. Is there a coach parking? Yes
Reception Area
1. Is there a clear and continuous accessible path of travel into the Reception Area (free of stairs)? Yes
2. Is there a doorbell or intercom? Yes
2a. Is it located at an accessible height (900mm – 1100mm) No
3. Is the doorway wide (min 850mm) and self opening or easy to open? No
4. Are there slip resistant floors and ground surfaces? No
5. Is part of the reception desk low enough to be used by a person using a wheelchair? No
6. Is there seating available for guests who are unable to stand for long periods? Yes
Common Areas
1. Is there consistent and even lighting throughout? Yes
2. Are there clear and accessible paths of travel from each accessible entrance to all areas and facilities used by the public? Yes
3. Are passage ways wide enough for people using mobility aids such as wheelchairs (min 1000mm)? Yes
4. Are floor/ground coverings slip resistant, firm and smooth? Yes
5. Is there signage to make it easy for people to find their way around? Yes
6. Where there is fixed seating, is there room for people using wheelchairs or people with prams to move around? Yes
7. In sitting areas, are there spaces for a person using a wheelchair to sit with friends? Yes
8. Can facilities be made available for assistance dogs, such as water and information on walking areas? Yes
9. Do you have a swimming pool? Yes
9a. Is there wheelchair access to the Pool via a ramp? Yes
9b. Is there access to the Pool via a hoist? No
9c. Are there steps into the pool? Yes
9d. If there are steps, are there less than four? Yes
9e. Are grab rails provided? No
Common Area Toilets
1. Do you have any common area toilets on your premises? No
Guest Rooms
1.How many accessible rooms do you provide? 1
2. Are doorways 850mm or wider when open? No
3. Are the doors easy to open with one hand? No
4. Is there good circulation space around the bed to allow mobility aids to be manouvered? Yes
5. Is there enough clearance under the bed to enable to use of a hoist? Yes
6. Are all controls and switches at accessible height (900mm – 1100mm)? Yes
7. Are all facilities such as kettles, phones, remote controls etc at table height? Yes
8. Are telephone, lights and TV controls within reach of the bed? Yes
9. Are clothes hanging rail & shelving accessible from a wheelchair? Yes
10. Are curtains or blinds easy to reach to open and close? Yes
11. Is room furniture easily moved to create more space? Yes
12. Is room service available for meals? No
Bathrooms in Guest Rooms
1. Is the floor surface slip resistant? Yes
2. Is the toilet area fitted with grab rails? Yes
3. Is the shower area fitted with grab rails? Yes
4. Does the shower area provide clear space of at least 1200mm x 1200mm? Yes
5. Is the minimum clearance between the washbasin and any other fixed item at least 1100mm? Yes
6. Is the shower area on a level, self draining floor? Yes
7. Is the access to the shower area free of any step hob or sliding door track? Yes
8. Can you provide a portable shower seat? Yes
9. Is the shower head extendable? Yes
10. Can shower fittings and fixtures be reached from a seated position? Yes
11. Are the taps lever or capstan? No
12. Is there a bathtub? No
Vision
Do you provide any facilities for people with vision impairment? No
Hearing
1. Do you provide any facilities for people with Hearing impairment? No
