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carehome.co.uk 2020 Top 20 Care Home Awards

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

9.750 Reviews

16 1

"I would just like to say that my partner is in Aranlaw House Care House. She is very happy there she been there since May 2025. She gets on..."Read all 50 reviews

from £2,000 / weekSize 47 rooms

Group/Owner Kanesbury Care

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 'outstanding'... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

Arcot House

Arcot Gardens, Sidmouth EX10 9HR

9.899 Reviews

24 1

"Up till now have been much impressed. Arcot House very clean & well kept & maintained. Staff cheerful & attentive. Meals first class..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,519 / weekSize 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 needs. The... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care

Bernash Care Home

544-546 Wells Road, Whitchurch, Bristol BS14 9BB

9.8102 Reviews

"After a long stay in hospital my mum has now moved into Bernash. The staff are all so lovely, caring, kind and professional, they really..."Read all 102 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 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 smoothest... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Bourne View

Bourne View, Langside Avenue, Poole BH12 5BN

1096 Reviews

28 2

"mum was in for respite after hip surgery. From first visit we were happy to see the lovely bright and colourful decor. Happy cheerful..."Read all 96 reviews

from £1,588 / weekSize 68 rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Set beside the natural surroundings of Talbot Heath, Bourne View brings together contemporary design, attentive hospitality and expert residential and nursing care in a home unlike any other. Light-filled... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Nursing Care

Brook View

Riverside Road, West Moors, Ferndown BH22 0LQ

10134 Reviews

22 2

"We were so impressed with the level of care given to our Dad during his respite/end of life care at Brook View, West Moors. There was a..."Read all 134 reviews

from £1,449 / weekSize 56 rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Tucked away in the peaceful village of West Moors, Brook View offers a quieter pace of life while remaining close to local shops, amenities and the wider Dorset community. For more than 30 years, the... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Nursing Care

Camberley Manor

130 Deepcut Bridge Road, Deepcut, Camberley GU16 6SJ

10175 Reviews

19 1

"Thank you for everything you have done. From my mum not being mobile to 12 weeks later walking without help. Great staff all round and..."Read all 175 reviews

from £1,750 / weekSize 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 to... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Dove Court

Seaton Down Hill, Seaton EX12 2JD

10107 Reviews

23 1

"I needed somewhere to recover from a major eye operation and found the perfect care home. The staff are all kind, friendly, & very helpful..."Read all 107 reviews

from £1,295 / weekSize 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 team... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care

Doveridge Care Home

South Street, Colyton EX24 6PS

1074 Reviews

13 1

"My Mum has been a resident at Doveridge for the last 3+ years. Her care has been exemplary. Sadly, mum died recently. The staff could have..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,547 / weekSize 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 on... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Glenhurst Manor

44a West Cliff Road, Bournemouth BH4 8BB

9.323 Reviews

"I came to Glenhurst Manor for Respite Care following an eight day stay in Hospital. At this point I had lost weight and was very weak..."Read all 23 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 36 rooms

Situated on the West Cliff in Bournemouth, Glenhurst Manor offers a warm, welcoming and family atmosphere. The home has a team of trained and dedicated staff that bring compassion and experience to every... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Harbour Rise

18 Roundham Road, Paignton TQ4 6DN

10190 Reviews

"My husband Reg has been coming to Harbour Rise for day care for around 18 months, so I already knew what a warm and caring place it was...."Read all 190 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 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 experienced... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Manor Court

257 Blandford Road, Efford, Plymouth PL3 6ND

9.771 Reviews

12 1

"From the moment my brother and I were welcomed by Arran, the manager, we knew Manor Court was the one. It feels like a beautiful boutique..."Read all 71 reviews

Size 37 rooms

Group/Owner South West Care Homes Ltd

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 dementia for up... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Nashley House

27 Montpelier, Weston-super-Mare BS23 2RN

9.176 Reviews

25 1

"Nashley House, where my mother is currently receiving care. The staff were consistently helpful, highly communicative, and genuinely..."Read all 76 reviews

from £1,190 / weekSize 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 team. Striving... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Newstone House

Stourcastle, Sturminster Newton DT10 1FF

10126 Reviews

21 2

"Mum was at Newstone House for 3 1/2 years, coming initially for respite care. We were all so very impressed with her care there that we..."Read all 126 reviews

from £1,433 / weekSize 62 rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Set in the historic market town of Sturminster Newton, Newstone House brings together residential, nursing and dementia care within a home designed to adapt to people's changing needs. Thoughtfully arranged... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Oakhaven Residential Care Home

136-140 Hales Road, Cheltenham GL52 6TB

1060 Reviews

12 1

"I felt secure and happy to stay here as long as necessary. Pleasant day time & evening arrangements. The staff are helpful & obliging at..."Read all 60 reviews

from £1,523 / weekSize 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 staff... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care

Penhill

81 Station Road, Shirehampton, Bristol BS11 9TY

9.975 Reviews

"my mother was here 20 years ago and it was very good then, when my circumstances changed and I needed to come into residential care this..."Read all 75 reviews

from £990 / weekSize 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 long-term... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Learning Disability Care

Regency Manor Residential & Nursing Home

16/17 Blair Avenue, Lower Parkstone, Poole BH14 0DA

9.999 Reviews

15 1

"The Regency manor home, is a very caring place for my Mother, they take care of her needs and comforts her, when she is struggling with her..."Read all 99 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 69 rooms

Group/Owner Kanesbury Care

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 towns... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Rush Hill Mews

Clarks Way, Rush Hill, Bath BA2 2TR

9.894 Reviews

17 3

"Choosing a Care Home for my friend and ex work colleague was always going to be difficult but once we met Millie at my friend's home and..."Read all 94 reviews

from £1,905 / weekSize 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 benefit... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Seabourne House Care Home

1 Clifton Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 3NZ

9.770 Reviews

12 1

"My partner has been a resident in Seabourne House since Nov 2025 as where he was prior to then was not suitable for this needs. I am so..."Read all 70 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 48 rooms

Group/Owner Kanesbury Care

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 homes... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

The Homestead

6 Elwyn Road, Exmouth EX8 2EL

1059 Reviews

"We are extremely happy with the home. The carers are friendly and efficient and the facilities and food are excellent. Anthony has settled..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 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 Homestead... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Mental Health Care

Westbourne Tower Care Home - Avery Collection

16/18 Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9DR

10304 Reviews

"My mother enjoyed her respite stay for 3 weeks. Her room was sunny + comfortable + overlooked the gardens. She loved sitting in the Bistro..."Read all 304 reviews

from £1,550 / weekSize 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 are available for respite stays... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Whitecliffe House

Whitecliff Mill Street, Blandford Forum DT11 7BQ

1084 Reviews

17 2

"Positive. from first introductions Manager, care staff, nursing staff, cleaning staff. All treated with respect by manager. :: a strong..."Read all 84 reviews

from £1,280 / weekSize 31 rooms

Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

In the heart of the historic town of Blandford Forum, Whitecliffe House offers residential and nursing care in surroundings that feel welcoming, contemporary and closely connected to the local community.... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Nursing Care

Wisteria House Dementia Care (Plymstock)

53 Hooe Road, Hooe, Plymstock, Plymouth PL9 9QS

1056 Reviews

"Mum has been at Wisteria for 6 years. She is loved like a family member. The care and consideration for her is unbelieveable. Myself and my..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 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 lounge/diners... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care