Paradise Valley Lodge Accessibility
This business has self-assessed as having the following accessible attributes. Please contact the business directly for further detail if required.
Mobility
- Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
- Space specifically marked with a van-accessible sign, at minimum 4.7 metres wide, large enough to accommodate a vehicle with a side lift/ramp
- Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
- Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
- Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
- Accessible path of travel and accessible style tables/booths
- Rooms for guests using mobility devices
- Accessible route to accessible rooms
- Entry door is a minimum 815 mm wide
- Lever type handle on entrance door
- Easy pull or push door (max 22 newtons or 2.24 kilograms-force)
- Space on both sides of bed for a 180-degree turn with a mobility device (minimum turning area of 1,500 mm in diameter)
- Door is a minimum 815 mm wide
- Fixed grab bars in shower
- Bathtub with grab bars
- Raised toilet - 430-480 mm above floor with grab bars
- Grab bars at toilet
Vision
- Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
Cognitive & Sensory Friendly
- Neutral or muted colours that are calming and subdued
- Subtle and/or natural lighting, no florescent or harsh lighting, and no dark shadows
- Minimal visual clutter and obstacles
- Steps and slope changes are clearly marked and lit, and have handrails
- Designated quiet spaces with comfortable seating for individuals feeling anxious or confused
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
General
- Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with cognitive disabilities
- System in place for guests to contact a staff member for help if required
- Business has a dog relief area on site
- Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
Get away from the hustle and bustle – enjoy relaxing in the peaceful countryside, but still be close to everything. Paradise Valley Lodge is set in 2 acres of beautiful lawns and gardens nestled between the majestic Mt Ngongotaha and the Ngongotaha Stream, with views of the surrounding farmland. Trout fishing stream at the bottom of the garden. Only 10 minutes from the city centre and 5 minutes from: Skyline Skyrides & Gravity Park mountain biking Agroventures – jet boating, bungy, swoop, freefall extreme Agrodome – farm show and tour AmazeMe – hedge maze and puzzles Zorb or Ogo – downhill spheres Paradise Valley Springs Wildlife Park – pat the lion cubs Rainbow Springs & Kiwi Encounter – kiwi breeding Wingspan Birds of Prey – bird sanctuary NZ Fish & Game Trout Hatchery – kids fish out days