Mobility Guide Southern Ocean Lodge is located on the remote clifftops of Kangaroo Island’s southern coast, offering panoramic views of the Southern Ocean and on-the-doorstep access to its many natural wonders. The lodge is sustainably designed to blend with the rugged landscape while delivering a luxurious guest experience. A stay at Southern Ocean Lodge includes guided adventures exploring Kangaroo Island’s natural attractions. Transport to and from each signature experience is via customised touring vehicles and some walking is required as part of many of the small-group excursions. For elderly guests or those who experience temporary or ongoing mobility issues, some considered advance planning ensures a rewarding and comfortable stay on the island renowned as Australia’s Galapagos.
Accommodation Guest suites are connected via a gently sloping enclosed breezeway. A dedicated mobilityaccessible suite is available closest to the Great Room and includes a barrier-free bathroom with grab rails and a roll-in shower with an integrated shower chair (foldable). Wide doorways and an open-plan layout ensure easy movement, with a seamless threshold transition leading to the private outdoor terrace. The accessible suite is best requested at the time of booking and offers king or twin beds. All Flinders Suites have level access from the entry door to the bed and bathroom, with two steps down to the sunken lounge. The Baillie Pavilion is accessed via an ascending external pathway and flows over a single level with level access into the bathrooms. Oversized showers are accessible for wheelchairs or those with limited mobility, however, no handrails are provided.
Access to Guest Recreation Areas The Great Room Located at the top of the breezeway, the Great Room is the central facility home to the restaurant, bar, lounge area, outdoor terrace and reception. The restaurant and reception area overlook the bar and lounge, with both steps and a ramp provided to ensure full accessibility. A single step leads from the Great Room lounge onto the outdoor terrace. Pool The main pool terrace accessed from the Great Room has level access with seating and individual loungers. The pool itself is accessed via several steps (note there is no handrail). Southern Spa Located mid-way along the breezeway, the Southern Spa features level access throughout. Southern Ocean Lodge therapists can tailor a treatment to suit guests’ needs and comfort. For health and safety reasons, therapists and staff cannot physically assist guests, however, treatment tables can be lowered to accommodate transfer from a mobility aid to the table. The toilet and shower in Southern Spa are accessible but do not include handrails. An extension of the Southern Spa, the fully equipped gym has level access. There is one step onto the pool terrace to access hot and cold plunge pools with individual loungers for added comfort. The pools are accessed via several steps with support handrails and there is one step to access the sauna.
SOUTHERN OCEAN LODGE / RESERVE@BECKONS.COM / +61 2 9918 4355 / SOUTHERNOCEANLODGE.COM.AU / BECKONS.COM
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