Accessibility
Our home is Mobility and Cognitive Verified by Becoming rentABLE — one of the few truly accessible stays in the entire Yosemite region. Enjoy step-free entry, wheelchair-friendly paths, a roll-in shower, and a single-level layout crafted for ease and dignity.
We firmly believe that everyone, regardless of their physical abilities or age, deserves the opportunity to enjoy a comfortable, stress-free, and barrier-free vacation. The vacation rental space has historically lagged in providing truly accessible options, leaving many individuals and families facing significant challenges when planning their travels.
Inclusivity: We strive to create welcoming environments for all guests, ensuring that families with members who use wheelchairs, have limited mobility, or require specific accommodations can travel with confidence and ease.
Empowerment: Accessible features empower guests to navigate their temporary home independently and comfortably, fostering a sense of freedom and dignity.
Peace of Mind: Knowing that a property is genuinely accessible removes a significant source of anxiety for travelers with specific needs, allowing them to focus on enjoying their vacation.
Broader Appeal: Designing for accessibility benefits everyone. Features like step-free access, wider doorways, and well-lit spaces improve comfort and convenience for all guests, including families with young children, elderly travelers, or those with temporary injuries.
We are committed to integrating thoughtful, practical accessibility features into our properties, from grab bars and roll-in showers to accessible kitchen layouts and clear pathways. Our goal is to ensure that every guest can truly thrive during their stay, enjoying all the comforts and conveniences without compromise.
Thriveway Stays is leading the way in creating inclusive vacation experiences, demonstrating that accessibility can and should be a standard, not an exception, in the hospitality industry.
Why is accessibility important?
At Thriveway Stays, accessibility isn't an afterthought – it's a fundamental pillar of our philosophy.
Learn more about Visitability →
Our commitment
Features
Exterior (Mobility)
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There’s plenty of space in the driveway to park multiple cars. A dedicated accessible space is available right in front of the house and has a concrete landing pad for mobility devices.
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Leveled concrete with path lighting leads directly to the front door.
A landing pad is available for vehicles to pull right up to.
Leveled concrete paving with path lighting connects the patio and back door.
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There’s plenty of space in the driveway to park multiple cars. A dedicated accessible space is available right in front of the house and has a concrete landing pad for mobility devices.
½” maximum threshold. Width of entry door: 36" Minimal rise from gravel/dirt driveway to pavement.
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Both exterior doors are 36” wide with 1.5” step threshold.
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Schlage Smartlock for entry
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The hot tub is equipped with motion activated lights and stairs to make entry easy
Cognitive
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Nightlights are in every bedroom, the living room, and in the kitchen.
All lighting has been converted to LED.
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All personal care essentials and cleaning products are scent free (including detergent).
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Each exterior door has secondary interior locks.
All ground-level outlets are protected with plastic covers to increase safety.
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The Primary bedroom, Dining, and Living room have black-out curtains. The rest of the windows have blinds.
Noise Machines are available in each bedroom.
Interior (Mobility)
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All bathrooms are locking pocket doors.
Hall Bathroom:
Hall bathroom is fully wheelchair accessible with a roll-in shower and more
Shower Grab Bars on three of four sides of the shower. Fold down grab bar is between the shower and the toilet for support.
Wall mounted Shower bench that folds up
Tilted mirror with smart lighting and fog control
Wheel-under Hall bathroom sink with tilted mirror
Handheld shower-head
Primary Ensuite:
Bathtub with handheld showerhead.
Measurements:
→ Toilet heights: 17.5"
→ Tub height: 18"
→ Hall bathroom sink height: 34"
→ Hall bathroom door width: 36"
→ Primary bathroom sink/vanity height: 34", floor clearance: 12.5"
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House is only one-story/ one-level
All bedroom doors have lever handles.
Primary Bedroom:
→ Entry door width: 29.75"
→ Primary bedroom to bathroom door width: 27.5"
→ King bed height: 21.5”, bed clearance: 7.75”Queen Bedroom:
→ Queen bedroom door width: 36” (Designed specifically for those using mobility aids.)
→ Queen bed height: 21.5", bed clearance: 7.75"Bunk Bedroom:
→ Door width to bunk room: 31.75"
→ Lower bunk bed height: 24”
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Microwave is below the counter for easy reach.
Pull handles make the refrigerator and freezer easy to access.
Motion-sensored sink faucet
Under cabinet drawers store cookware.
Measurements:
→ Kitchen counter height: 36"
→ Kitchen galley width: 34"
→ Dining table height: 29.5"
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A hoyer lift is available for easy transfers
Hard flooring throughout the whole property except in the children's bunk room where there is carpet.
Single TV on property. Wall-mounted for safety.
“Our vision: A future where accessible short-term rentals are the standard, not the exception.”
— Becoming rentABLE Founder, Lorraine Woodward
Need more details?
We are committed to making sure you have the best possible information to ensure our property meets your access needs. We are happy to answer any questions and discuss possible accommodation arrangements.

