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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2021

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards South West England 2021


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2021 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home
Fairfield, Bristol Road, Sherborne DT9 4HG
9.8 88 reviews
Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home, Sherborne, Dorset
"My mother is very happy and exceptionally well looked after in this lovely home. It is friendly, clean, caring and mum has made new friends…"  Read all 88 reviews
  • from £1,376 / week
  • 52 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Abbey View is ideally located in the historic English country town of Sherborne and is only a few minutes walk from the abbey, the old town and its amenities. Abbey View offers tasteful comfort in a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Arcot House
Arcot Gardens, Sidmouth EX10 9HR
9.7 94 reviews
Arcot House, Sidmouth, Devon
"Seeing the change in my step-mother has been wonderful. She is safe, happy and so well cared for. Thank you. I feel reassured and so much…"  Read all 94 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
Avon Cliff
50/52 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth BH1 3PE
9.9 111 reviews
Avon Cliff, Bournemouth, Dorset
"I am really pleased with my care here and happy with the meals my only criticism is that I'm rushed after meals especially at night.…"  Read all 111 reviews
  • from £1,386 / week
  • 52 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Avon Cliff is a purpose-built care home offering superb accommodation and first-class residential and nursing care. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Beaumont Court Care Home
North Petherwin, Launceston PL15 8LR
9.5 40 reviews
Beaumont Court Care Home, Launceston, Cornwall
"I have nothing but the highest praise for the level of resident care. The staff are caring and patient. The meals are excellent. There is…"  Read all 40 reviews
  • from £1,050 / week
  • 40 Rooms

Beaumont Court is a distinguished Victorian vicarage that blends historic charm with modern comfort. Located in the tranquil village of North Petherwin, just a short walk from the church, the home ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Bernash Care Home
544-546 Wells Road, Whitchurch, Bristol BS14 9BB
9.7 97 reviews
Bernash Care Home, Bristol, Bristol
"Everytime I visit the home it is clean, Staff are friendly and patients are well looked after, Staff sit with patients if they need help to…"  Read all 97 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
Blenheim House Care Home
27 Shurnhold, Bath Road, Melksham SN12 8DD
9.6 163 reviews
Blenheim House Care Home, Melksham, Wiltshire
"The staff and food were great. Overall the quality of care very good. The room was clean with plenty of storage and a good size. Pleasant…"  Read all 163 reviews
  • 85 Rooms
Group/Owner Berkley Care Group

Welcome to Blenheim House — Where Premium Care Meets All-Inclusive Living Part of the award-winning Berkley Care Group, Blenheim House offers a five-star, all-inclusive lifestyle tailored to each ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Bourne View
Bourne View, Langside Avenue, Poole BH12 5BN
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 92 reviews
Bourne View, Poole, Dorset
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My mother came to Bourne View for respite care after 3 months of being in hospital with chest infections. From the moment I contacted…"  Read all 92 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
Castle View
Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 2NH
9.9 91 reviews
Castle View, Dorchester, Dorset
"Everyone I meet in the home is helpful and friendly. My aunt is very happy there. The building/rooms are clean and tidy. Lovely home.…"  Read all 91 reviews
  • from £1,369 / week
  • 57 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Thomas Hardy country is the setting for Castle View in Dorchester. This uniquely designed home is built on the Poundbury Estate with its links to the Duchy of Cornwall. The spacious reception area ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • 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
9.9 70 reviews
Doveridge Care Home, Colyton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Thankfully Doveridge had a room when we needed help, and everyone couldn't have been kinder. I come every day and there is always a lovely…"  Read all 70 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
10 175 reviews
Harbour Rise, Paignton, Devon
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I found Harbour rise a very good care home with great facilities and great staff ,room my mother had was a good size and was just what she…"  Read all 175 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 Laurels
Main Road, Huntley, Gloucester GL19 3EA
8.5 31 reviews
The Laurels, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
"Moved my mother into The Laurels in March 2024. They made the move as seamless as possible and the staff are supportive and caring. The…"  Read all 31 reviews
  • from £1,200 / week
  • 10 Rooms

The Laurels offers high-quality residential care to the elderly in a peaceful, homely environment. The Laurels believes in offering individualised care and always puts the person, their families ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Little Croft Care Home
42-44 Barry Road, Oldland Common, Bristol BS30 6QY
9.3 37 reviews
Little Croft Care Home, Bristol, South Gloucestershire
"My Mum has been in Little Croft since August. The care home provides exceptional care in a warm, welcoming environment. The staff are…"  Read all 37 reviews
  • from £1,000 / week
  • 41 Rooms
Group/Owner Young at Heart Care Homes Ltd

Little Croft Care Home is a beautiful newly renovated Care Home with the focus on being a leader in Residential and Dementia Care. Little Croft was taken over in 2021 by Young at Heart Care Homes, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Oakhaven Residential Care Home
136-140 Hales Road, Cheltenham GL52 6TB
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 54 reviews
Oakhaven Residential Care Home, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"I am a carer that visited a resident who was on respite and I just want to say that I've worked in Care for 15 years and I've never seen…"  Read all 54 reviews
  • from £1,523 / 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
Richmond Villages Cheltenham
Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham GL51 6PN
9.9 49 reviews
Richmond Villages Cheltenham, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
"Our Mother has been a resident in the care home for about 9 weeks now and despite our concerns about moving here from the home she was in…"  Read all 49 reviews
  • from £1,595 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Richmond Villages

Opened in February 2020, Richmond Cheltenham is an award-winning retirement village nestled within attractive woodlands on the outskirts of Cheltenham. At the heart of the village is the ... 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
10 70 reviews
Seabourne House Care Home, Bournemouth, Dorset
"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 / week
  • 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 ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Towans
Berrow Road, Burnham-on-Sea TA8 2EZ
9.9 36 reviews
The Towans, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset
"We chose The Towans for our mother to have 2 weeks respite after a hip replacement. The staff were very helpful and patient with her, even…"  Read all 36 reviews
  • 28 Rooms
Group/Owner Towans Care Ltd

The Towans care home is located on the coast in Burnham on Sea, Somerset, with many of the rooms having sea views. The home cares for up to 28 people and residents are encouraged to bring personal ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Vale Lodge
38/40 Sutherland Road, Mutley, Plymouth PL4 6BN
8.6 22 reviews
  • from £950 / week
  • 20 Rooms
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care
Older Person Care
  • Care Provided
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Whitecliffe House
Whitecliff Mill Street, Blandford Forum DT11 7BQ
9.7 74 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 74 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