I could live with a thumb turn handle, something small and round, just don't want a normal sized handle, it seems to wreak the symmetry of having a flush door with a big pull bar
It may be easier as you say to invest in one of the key safes thanks it a Yale type night lock insurance approved ? Can you not buy a night lock without a key a small knob instead ?
I've ordered one of these and will see how hi spec it is ! http://www.ironmongerydirect.co.uk/...s_and_latches/3468/hispec_roller_catch/348847