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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2020

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards South West England 2020


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2020 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

Aranlaw House Care Home
26 Tower Road, Poole BH13 6HZ
9.8 43 reviews
Aranlaw House Care Home, Poole, Dorset
"We would like to thank every member of the staff, past and present, for all the kindness and consideration given to my wife while she was…"  Read all 43 reviews
  • 47 Rooms
Group/Owner Luxurycare Group

Welcome to Aranlaw House, the distinguished care home nestled in the heart of Bournemouth & Poole, renowned for its expertise in mental health and dementia care. They take immense pride in their ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Arcot House
Arcot Gardens, Sidmouth EX10 9HR
9.7 93 reviews
Arcot House, Sidmouth, Devon
"My experience at Arcot House has been very helpful, friendly and kind. Management and staff caring for all my needs. I would thoroughly…"  Read all 93 reviews
  • from £1,519 / week
  • 28 Rooms
Group/Owner Doveleigh Care Ltd

Arcot House, in Sidmouth, Devon, is a twenty eight capacity care accommodation run by a dedicated team of carers, eager to provide effective care and lifestyle solutions for people with elderly care ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Bernash Care Home
544-546 Wells Road, Whitchurch, Bristol BS14 9BB
9.7 94 reviews
Bernash Care Home, Bristol, Bristol
"My mum moved into Bernash at the end of 2025. It was an upsetting decision and time for our family. However, any doubts or concerns I had…"  Read all 94 reviews
  • from £1,200 / week
  • 23 Rooms
Group/Owner Young at Heart Care Homes Ltd

Bernash Care Home is a luxurious care home set in the heart of Bristol and offers dementia care, residential care, respite and day care. Leaving home can be a challenging time, so to ensure the ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Bourne View
Bourne View, Langside Avenue, Poole BH12 5BN
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 90 reviews
Bourne View, Poole, Dorset
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Clean. Helpful & friendly staff Lovely atmosphere You are made to feel at home Would recomend it to all…"  Read all 90 reviews
  • from £1,588 / week
  • 68 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Enjoy luxury facilities coupled with 24-hour, top-quality care from highly trained, friendly and attentive staff at Bourne View. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Brook View
Riverside Road, West Moors, Ferndown BH22 0LQ
9.7 122 reviews
Brook View, Ferndown, Dorset
"My grandmother is receiving care in Brook View Home. Her care has been excellent since she has been there; nothing is too much trouble. The…"  Read all 122 reviews
  • from £1,375 / week
  • 56 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Brook View is in the peaceful rural village of West Moors situated a few minutes walk from a selection of local shops. It is a purpose-built home with en-suite accommodation for fifty-four residents ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Camberley Manor
130 Deepcut Bridge Road, Deepcut, Camberley GU16 6SJ
9.9 161 reviews
Camberley Manor, Camberley, Surrey
"The care at Camberley Manor is superb. The staff are exemplary and I would not put my mother any where else.…"  Read all 161 reviews
  • from £1,725 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner TLC Care Ltd

Nestled in the heart of Surrey Heath, Camberley Manor provides exceptional residential, nursing and dementia care in a luxurious and welcoming setting. The experienced and compassionate team strives ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Dove Court
Seaton Down Hill, Seaton EX12 2JD
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 96 reviews
Dove Court, Seaton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My friend spent 11 years at Dove Court. She was beautifully looked after with kindness, skills and lots of fun! Trips out to the sea,…"  Read all 96 reviews
  • from £1,295 / week
  • 32 Rooms
Group/Owner Doveleigh Care Ltd

Dove Court Care Home, Seaton, is part of a friendly care service that has benefited from significant investment and refurbishment, as well as a strong focus on quality training. An experienced ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Doveridge Care Home
South Street, Colyton EX24 6PS
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 69 reviews
Doveridge Care Home, Colyton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"An elderly friend of the family was taken in on respite reluctantly on his behalf I might add, I let him settle in for a few days then…"  Read all 69 reviews
  • from £1,547 / week
  • 20 Rooms
Group/Owner Doveleigh Care Ltd

Doveridge Care Home is the only care home located in the market town of Colyton, Devon. It provides dementia care for older people. The home was rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Harbour Rise
18 Roundham Road, Paignton TQ4 6DN
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 169 reviews
Harbour Rise, Paignton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My father lives in Paignton, myself & my sister both live in the South East, while we visit him as often as we can we aren't on hand. In…"  Read all 169 reviews
  • from £1,550 / week
  • 44 Rooms
Group/Owner Harbour Rise Ltd

Harbour Rise is a delightfully situated home for older people, a short walk from seaside shops and sandy beaches. Both long-term and respite needs are welcome, with care maintained by a team of ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Homestead
6 Elwyn Road, Exmouth EX8 2EL
9.8 53 reviews
The Homestead, Exmouth, Devon
"I feel it's like coming to a home from home. The people who work here are extremely kind and it's a happy home. They allow visits at any…"  Read all 53 reviews
  • from £1,150 / week
  • 24 Rooms
Group/Owner Rose Care Group

Welcome to The Homestead, a boutique care home rated as one of the Top 20 in South West England by carehome.co.uk 2025 & 2020. With only 22 rooms, ample communal space, and beautiful gardens, The ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Manor Court
257 Blandford Road, Efford, Plymouth PL3 6ND
9.7 64 reviews
Manor Court, Plymouth, Devon
"My mother moved into Manor court care home Nov 2025, after a hospital discharge, when moving in she was very frail. However, I been…"  Read all 64 reviews
  • from £1,150 / week
  • 37 Rooms
Group/Owner Anchor

Anchor's Manor Court is situated in Efford just outside Plymouth and benefits from good road and public transport links. The home provides residential and care for older people living with ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Nashley House
27 Montpelier, Weston-super-Mare BS23 2RN
9.6 72 reviews
Nashley House, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
"Overall experience very good helpful staff. Management very goof and supportive. Food and drinks very good. Staff and management treating…"  Read all 72 reviews
  • from £1,190 / week
  • 52 Rooms

Nashley House offers a charming environment and surroundings for adults with care needs, being ideal for a comfortable retirement while offering round-the-clock access to a professional ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Newstone House
Stourcastle, Sturminster Newton DT10 1FF
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 120 reviews
Newstone House, Sturminster Newton, Dorset
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"From the moment you walk in this home is very welcoming - a real family feel. We are always impressed by the knowledge and care provided by…"  Read all 120 reviews
  • from £1,433 / week
  • 62 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Newstone House is located in the ancient market town of Sturminster Newton and comprises of six house groups over three floors. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Oakhaven Residential Care Home
136-140 Hales Road, Cheltenham GL52 6TB
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 52 reviews
Oakhaven Residential Care Home, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I could not wish for a better place for my Aunt to spend her final days. Well last 3 years really. The staff are amazing, food is great.…"  Read all 52 reviews
  • from £1,450 / week
  • 27 Rooms

Having been rated 'Outstanding' for the second time by the Care Quality Commission (May 2020), Oakhaven's staff take pride in their excellent standards of care, carried out by a team of professional ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Penhill
81 Station Road, Shirehampton, Bristol BS11 9TY
9.9 72 reviews
Penhill, Bristol, Bristol
"Mum has just spent 2 weeks respite at Penhill, it really felt like home from home. Her room and all communal areas were spotlessly clean.…"  Read all 72 reviews
  • from £970 / week
  • 19 Rooms

Penhill is a multi-award-winning residential care home with an outstanding reputation based in the suburbs of Bristol, close to local amenities and excellent transport links. Specialising in ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Regency Manor Residential & Nursing Home
16/17 Blair Avenue, Lower Parkstone, Poole BH14 0DA
9.7 89 reviews
Regency Manor Residential & Nursing Home, Poole, Dorset
"This is a review for the care given to my mother Hazel. She is new to Regency Manor but since being in Regency Manor her dementia symptoms…"  Read all 89 reviews
  • from £1,300 / week
  • 69 Rooms
Group/Owner Luxurycare Group

Regency Manor presents itself as a contemporary and luxurious care home situated in the tranquil residential neighbourhood of Lower Parkstone, conveniently positioned between the charming coastal ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Rush Hill Mews
Clarks Way, Rush Hill, Bath BA2 2TR
9.8 86 reviews
Rush Hill Mews, Bath, Bath & North East Somerset
"Ray, my father was resident at Rush Hill for just over 2 years until his sad passing in january this year I have nothing but praise for…"  Read all 86 reviews
  • from £1,800 / week
  • 62 Rooms
Group/Owner Care UK

Rush Hill Mews is a luxury care home set in the Somerset countryside where the dedicated team offers personalised residential, nursing and dementia care in wonderful surroundings. Residents ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Seabourne House Care Home
1 Clifton Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 3NZ
9.9 69 reviews
Seabourne House Care Home, Bournemouth, Dorset
"My mum recently moved to Seabourne House in Feb from Norfolk. She has advanced dementia and was very confused when she arrived. The staff…"  Read all 69 reviews
  • from £1,300 / week
  • 48 Rooms
Group/Owner Luxurycare Group

Seabourne House Care Home underwent a thorough inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and was awarded an 'Outstanding' rating in January 2018, placing it among the top 2 per cent of care ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection
16/18 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 288 reviews
Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection, Bournemouth, Dorset
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Staff are attentive and friendly - always helpful and sensitive. Show keen initiative anticipating needs. A bespoke personal service of…"  Read all 288 reviews
  • from £1,450 / week
  • 114 Rooms
Group/Owner Avery Healthcare Group

Westbourne Tower, a premium provider of dementia care, nursing care and residential care, is ideally situated within easy access to the centre of Bournemouth. Rooms dedicated to respite stays ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Whitecliffe House
Whitecliff Mill Street, Blandford Forum DT11 7BQ
9.8 75 reviews
Whitecliffe House, Blandford Forum, Dorset
"My dad came in for respite for 2 weeks and my mum joined the next day. They are so happy and look so much better. The staff are so friendly…"  Read all 75 reviews
  • from £1,280 / week
  • 31 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Whitecliffe House is situated in the Georgian town of Blandford Forum. This small market town lies on the River Stour. The home is purpose-built in a courtyard setting and offers comfortable ensuite ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Wisteria House Dementia Care (Plymstock)
53 Hooe Road, Hooe, Plymstock, Plymouth PL9 9QS
9.9 49 reviews
Wisteria House Dementia Care (Plymstock), Plymouth, Devon
"Mum has been in Wisteria House for 15 months now. Every day she is cared for to the highest standards with love and kindness. All the staff…"  Read all 49 reviews
  • from £1,300 / week
  • 20 Rooms
Group/Owner Wisteria House Dementia Care Ltd

Wisteria House in Hooe, Plymstock specialises in 'quality of life' for elderly people living with dementia. The home offers high quality and comfortable furnishings to include very stimulating ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care