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Buck Cottage
Coughton, Warwickshire
Experience the excellence of Windmill Barns, designed for wheelchair accessibility, catering to the needs of disabled visitors and their families. These remarkable accommodations offer the ideal rental option for accessible holidaymakers seeking to explore the picturesque Cotswolds and Warwickshire countryside.
The cottages boast exceptional facilities, including accessible hot tubs, with options available in 2 and 3-bedroom configurations, accommodating up to 6 individuals per cottage. Every cottage is equipped with wheelchair lifts, tracked hoists, profiling beds, and wet room bathing facilities.
Once you arrive, you'll find everything you desire for a remarkable self-catering holiday right at your fingertips. We are confident that you won't want to leave our premises.
Situated amidst vast acres of stunning Warwickshire countryside, Windmill Barns are conveniently located adjacent to the Coughton Court National Trust estate. Moreover, the Cotswolds, Stratford upon Avon, and Birmingham City Centre are just a short drive away.
Additionally, the local area offers a multitude of captivating attractions and activities. Explore more about this enchanting corner of the country.
Property Reference:
DI/030723/04
The accommodation offers level access throughout the ground floor and gardens. Inside, you will find an open-plan kitchen, dining area, and lounge with a tiled floor and eco-friendly underfloor heating. The modern kitchen features a lowered electric oven, lowered sink, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, and ample kitchenware. In the lounge area, there is a comfortable modern lounge suite and a Smart TV. Up to 3 dogs are permitted to stay.
The rental includes electricity, towels, bedding, and underfloor heating. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi during their stay. A complimentary welcome pack is provided upon arrival. The standard check-in time is from 4pm, and guests are expected to check out by 10am as per the standard procedure.
Living Areas
The accommodation includes 3 double bedrooms, providing sleeping arrangements for up to 6 people. All of the bedrooms are located on the first floor and are accessible via a wheelchair lift. The lift has a weight limit of 39 stone or 250kg, accommodating both the person and wheelchair. Its internal dimensions measure 89cm wide, 135cm deep, and 200cm high.
One of the first floor bedrooms is equipped with a profiling bed, which can be fitted with rails if needed. Additionally, there is a track hoist available, providing access to the en-suite wet room. The weight limit for the track hoist is 23 stone or 146kg.
The en-suite wet room features an open-plan shower, complete with grab rails for added support. A mobile shower chair is also available with various options to choose from. The wash basin is designed with wheelchair clearance, and there is a toilet as well.
Bedrooms
The accommodation offers outside furniture and a BBQ, available upon request. There is a back garden that includes a hot tub, with a track hoist provided for easier access.
Private parking is available, along with a designated drop-off and pick-up point. The accommodation is situated in an end gable position, offering additional open views across the countryside.
Outdoor Areas
Features
Buck Cottage at Windmill Barns is a premium, accessible holiday home in the Warwickshire countryside, designed to offer a blend of independence and high-level support for larger groups.
🏠 Accommodation & Capacity
Spacious Living: The cottage features three well-appointed bedrooms, comfortably sleeping up to six guests.
Pet-Friendly Retreat: Highly accommodating for animal lovers, the property permits up to three dogs to join your stay.
All-Inclusive Comfort: Your booking includes all essentials for a worry-free break, including electricity, underfloor heating, and all premium bedding and towels.
🛁 Wellness & Leisure
Private Relaxation: Enjoy your own private hot tub, perfect for soaking in the tranquil farm surroundings.
Outdoor Dining: For those who enjoy alfresco meals, a BBQ is available upon request to make the most of the patio area.
Digital Connectivity: Stay connected with complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi provided throughout the cottage.
🍏 Service & Hospitality
Expert Support: Unique to this location, support staff are available 24 hours a day, providing peace of mind for guests with complex needs or those requiring extra assistance.
Thoughtful Touches: You will be greeted with a complimentary welcome pack on arrival, featuring local essentials to help you settle in.
Convenient Logistics: The property includes private parking and follows standard timings with a 4pm check-in and 10am checkout.
Accessibility
The Buck Cottage at Windmill Barns is a sophisticated, high-dependency accessible retreat. It is expertly designed to provide a "home-from-home" experience for guests with complex mobility needs, combining clinical-grade support with a luxury holiday feel:
♿ Advanced Vertical & Bedroom Access
Through-Floor Wheelchair Lift: Effortlessly access the first floor via a high-capacity internal lift.
Weight Limit: Supports up to 39 stone (250 kg).
Dimensions: Generously sized at 89cm wide x 135cm deep, accommodating most large powerchairs.
Specialist Sleeping: The cottage features an electric profiling bed for personalized comfort and positioning, with optional bed rails available upon request for added security.
🚿 Ceiling Track Hoist & Wet Room
Seamless Transfers: A continuous ceiling track hoist connects the bedroom directly to the en-suite wet room, minimizing manual handling and ensuring safe, dignified transfers.
Hoist Capacity: Safe working load of 23 stone (146 kg).
Accessible Bathing: The wet room features a completely open-plan level-access shower with integrated grab rails. A mobile shower chair can be provided on request for guests who prefer seated showering.
Ergonomic Fixtures: The bathroom includes a roll-under wash basin, allowing wheelchair users to pull up closely and comfortably.
🍳 Adaptive Kitchen & Independence
Accessible Cooking: The kitchen has been modified for independent use, featuring a lowered electric oven and a lowered kitchen sink, ensuring that meal preparation is accessible to everyone.
🛁 Inclusive Wellness
Therapeutic Hot Tub: Relax in the private outdoor hot tub with ease; it is equipped with its own dedicated track hoist, allowing all guests to enjoy a therapeutic soak in the Warwickshire fresh air.
Nearby Places
The area surrounding Windmill Barn Holiday Lets in Alcester is rich with historical sites and family attractions that have been adapted for visitors with mobility needs.
🏥 Nearest Medical Facilities
The Alexandra Hospital in Redditch is the closest full Accident & Emergency (A&E) department, located approximately 5 miles from Alcester.
Emergency Care: This facility operates 24 hours a day for all urgent medical emergencies.
Minor Injuries: For less critical issues, the Stratford Hospital in Stratford-upon-Avon (approx. 7 miles away) also provides a Minor Injuries Unit (MIU).
🏰 Historic Houses and Gardens
Coughton Court is a Tudor house with beautiful gardens that offers a high level of accessibility for its outdoor spaces.
Garden Access: Visitors will find that the majority of paths throughout the formal gardens are wide enough for wheelchair users and offer level, step-free access.
Inclusive Amenities: The site features accessible toilets and designated Blue Badge parking near the entrance.
Ragley Hall, Park & Gardens provides a Palladian mansion experience with extensive grounds that are designed to accommodate large-scale events and diverse visitors.
Interior Accessibility: The main hall and many state rooms are wheelchair accessible, and the site includes on-site restaurant facilities with level entry.
Infrastructure: The estate features a network of drives and hard-standing areas, making it easier to navigate for those using mobility aids.
Mary Arden's Farm in Wilmcote allows visitors to experience a 16th-century working farm with several thoughtful accessibility adaptations.
Sensory and Visual Support: The farm offers sensory tours for sight-impaired visitors, along with large-print guides and hearing loops.
Maneuverability: While it is a working farm with some uneven paths, many grounds and buildings are accessible via ramps, and a courtesy wheelchair is available for use.
🦋 Nature and Interactive Exhibits
Stratford Butterfly Farm offers a tropical rainforest environment that is almost entirely on a single, level surface.
Seamless Navigation: The paved paths throughout the flight area and the Discovery Zone are flat and wide, making it ideal for wheelchair users and those with pushchairs.
Comfort: The attraction is entirely indoors and climate-controlled, providing a comfortable year-round destination with accessible toilet facilities on-site.
The MAD Museum (Mechanical Art and Design) is a highly interactive museum that has been praised for its inclusive design.
Adjustable Height: All interactive buttons and handles for the mechanical exhibits are placed at a height that is comfortable for wheelchair users.
Full Access: Despite being in a historic town center, the museum is served by a large lift that accommodates both manual and motorized wheelchairs.