Able Stables - Wheelchair Friendly Luxury Cottage in Norfolk

Relax in this handsome larch Forge, set within the old stables on the owner’s farm in the delightful village of East Rudham. Able Stables is on one level and has been carefully created to incorporate the assisted living requirements of the independent wheelchair user.

This is a fabulous property which presents a unique holiday for both disabled and non-disabled guests. The Able Stables offers an ideal bolthole free from the stresses of everyday life for anyone wishing to enjoy a secluded holiday in the Norfolk countryside. It is situated within its own private walled courtyard and the location makes it a perfect choice for all manner of holidaymakers: birdwatchers, walkers, cyclists, and beach lovers … anyone looking for a relaxing Norfolk ‘hideaway’ to escape to for a short or longer break throughout the seasons. Within the larch Forge there is a full wet room, kitchen and dining area with wall mounted televisions in both the bedroom and kitchen. The cosy bedroom is set up as a super-king size bed, however this can be made up as two singles on request.

A truly amazing outside/inside sitting room with ample comfortable seating and dining area, unique furniture, wood burning stove and overhead heating adds to the charm and individuality of this destination. If you are a larger group why not consider taking the Garden Cottage too and make the most of all that both properties offer.

The Able Stables is run as a social enterprise. Together with the owners other property, Garden Cottage, the funds raised from paying guests go towards offering subsidised breaks to clients that would normally not be able to pay to get away. With these subsidised breaks there is an emphasis on disability of all kinds but the property would suit anyone that wanted a great place to get away in a unique, reassuring and safe space.

Check in/ Checkout Times

Check in: 4:00 pm | Check out: 10:00 am

Accommodation Description

Entrance: Via key pad and the wide door will open automatically to enable wheelchair users to enter, level ground.
Kitchen/dining room
Dolly hob, electric oven, fridge, dining table and two chairs, laminate floor and a wall mounted television.
Wet room
Fully accessible with a level floor, wheelchair user height WC, wash basin, walk/roll in shower with rainfall shower head, hand-held shower and hand rail (please advise if you require a shower chair).
Bedroom
With a super-king size bed (can be made up as twin singles on request), chest of drawers, wall mounted television, hanging space for clothes and dressing gowns.
Hand door press to exit lodge

Outside:
Please note the following rooms are in the separate barn and are open on one side
Sitting room
With a dining table and four chairs, a wheelchair, comfortable chairs, bench, a wood burning stove, (initial supply of logs provided, further logs can be purchased from the owner) and wall mounted heaters.
Utility room
With a washing machine, dresser, low wash basin for wheelchair users, fridge, dining table and two chairs. Separate dining room in the barn.
Decking all around the property all level for wheelchair use.

Additional Information:
Bedding is feather.
Able Stables has a decked patio area to the front.
All areas are on one level and there are no steps.
Built to incorporate accessibility standards at level M2.
Two dogs welcome (small additional charge)
Internal Forge measurements:
2 x pocket doors @ 0.85 m.
Bedroom 2.95 m x 3.15 m.
Wet room 3 m x 2 m.
External automatic door 1.03 m.
Babes in arms welcome. Please note you will need to bring your own child equipment.

  • Countryside
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Enclosed Garden
  • Internet
  • Near a Shop
  • Open Fire / Log Burner
  • Parking Available
  • Pub Nearby
  • Romantic
  • Short Breaks Allowed

About the area

East Rudham is a pretty Norfolk village just 20 minutes’ drive from the North Norfolk coast. It is well served with an excellent pub/restaurant, The Crown which is a five minute walk away. There is also a lovely gift shop and tea room serving yummy cakes, an excellent butcher and small village shop.

The market town of Fakenham is a short drive away with its busy market and auction on Thursdays.

Sculthorpe nature reserve with excellent birdwatching is five minutes away and you'll find many other NWT and RSPB reserves on the coast just a short drive away.