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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2024

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards South West England 2024


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2024 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

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
Barchester Hyacinth House
179-181 Wimborne Road, Stapehill, Wimborne Minster BH21 2DJ
9.9 40 reviews
Barchester Hyacinth House, Wimborne Minster, Dorset
"Wow! My Aunt has just finished her 2 weeks respite stay at Hyacinth house and I couldn't recommend this home highly enough. The…"  Read all 40 reviews
  • from £1,500 / week
  • 32 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Hyacinth House Care Home in Stapehill, Wimborne offers residential and respite care that is tailored to the needs of the individual. The care home offers a warm and friendly environment with staff ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home
1 Hoyal Road, Poole BH15 4HY
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 108 reviews
Barchester Upton Bay Care Home, Poole, Dorset
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"Our Dad has been at Upton Bay recently. We visit very regularly. Dad has always been clean, impeccably dressed is very well cared for. The…"  Read all 108 reviews
  • from £1,589 / week
  • 68 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Upton Bay is a premier destination offering both residential respite stays and specialised dementia care through its unique memory lane community. Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Dorset, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential 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
Braemar Lodge
18/20 Stratford Road, Salisbury SP1 3JH
9.9 105 reviews
Braemar Lodge, Salisbury, Wiltshire
"My aunts first day with Braemar Lodge and it has been transformational. A very high standard of care was evident from the moment that we…"  Read all 105 reviews
  • from £1,736 / week
  • 95 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Braemar Lodge is a purpose-built home located in the city of Salisbury. As well as providing five-star luxury accommodation, the home is conveniently situated just a short distance from the local ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Burnworthy House
South Street, South Petherton TA13 5AD
9.9 113 reviews
Burnworthy House, South Petherton, Somerset
"My husband has had outstanding care since joining Burnworthy in October 2023. I had been dreading him having to leave me after nearly 70…"  Read all 113 reviews
  • from £1,330 / week
  • 37 Rooms
Group/Owner Somerset Care

Situated in South Petherton, near to the centre of the village, this is a home from home which prides itself on offering exceptional care. The experienced, fully trained staff ensure the best ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Canford Chase
40 Western Road, Branksome Park, Poole BH13 6EU
9.9 97 reviews
Canford Chase, Poole, Dorset
"Vanessa has been at Canford Chase for about 25 years! She is very happy and settled there. The staff have become like family to her and she…"  Read all 97 reviews
  • from £1,472 / week
  • 55 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Canford Chase is situated in the select area of Branksome Park and is within easy reach of the award-winning beaches of Poole and Bournemouth. Set in a secluded peaceful garden, it offers five-star ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Cornerways
14/16 Manor Road, Paignton TQ3 2HS
9.8 47 reviews
Cornerways, Paignton, Devon
"Dad has settled in really well and is happy in his new home. The staff are kind and helpful. Dad is enjoying the food. Ali is a friendly…"  Read all 47 reviews
  • from £1,360 / week
  • 50 Rooms
Group/Owner Peninsula Care Homes Ltd

Cornerways is close to Preston Sands seafront in Paignton. The home is arranged over three floors with a number of different spacious and light day rooms on the ground floor. The residents enjoy many ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health 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
Downs View Care Centre
Badbury, Chiseldon, Swindon SN4 0EU
9.7 63 reviews
Downs View Care Centre, Swindon, Wiltshire
"My father-in-law has been a resident here for about 6 months now. The staff are so friendly and caring. I have complete faith that my…"  Read all 63 reviews
  • from £995 / week
  • 51 Rooms
Group/Owner Coate Water Care Co Ltd

Rated Outstanding by the CQC (January 2021), Downs View care centre in Bradbury caters for elderly residents with varying stages of dementia. The home enjoys stunning views over the Downs and has ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health 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
Heron House
Heron Drive, Bishops Hull, Taunton TA1 5HA
9.7 20 reviews
Heron House, Taunton, Somerset
"A difficult/emotional time moving Mum from another, nearby, care home, who were not meeting her/our needs, was made so much easier by the…"  Read all 20 reviews
  • from £1,336 / week
  • 44 Rooms

Heron House Taunton (previously Abbeyfield Taunton) is situated on the outskirts of Taunton, and offers expert residential care, set within spacious and comfortable accommodation, overlooking ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Knoll Care Home
335A Stroud Road, Tuffley, Gloucester GL4 0BD
9.3 55 reviews
The Knoll Care Home, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
"My wife has been at the knoll for approximately 2 & half year I'm so grateful to the staff for being so caring and passionate with the care…"  Read all 55 reviews
  • from £900 / week
  • 34 Rooms
Group/Owner Redwood Health Care

The Knoll Care Home is a stunning partially Grade II listed Georgian building located in the charming village of Tuffley in Gloucester with scenic views overlooking the Malvern Hills and easy access ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Lincombe Manor Care Centre
Middle Lincombe Road, Torquay TQ1 2AF
9.8 126 reviews
Lincombe Manor Care Centre, Torquay, Devon
"Father in law came in for rest-bite and has settled in so well he has decided to stay permanently, The staff are amazing nothing is ever to…"  Read all 126 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 48 Rooms
Group/Owner Manor Life

Lincombe Manor Care Centre is set in the beautiful mature grounds of the magnificent Grade II listed Manor House, the Lincombe Manor Care Centre offers expert residential and quality nursing care, ... Read more

Older Person CareYounger Adult Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Manor Cottage Residential Home
Beckspool Road, Frenchay, Bristol BS16 1NT
9.7 55 reviews
Manor Cottage Residential Home, Bristol, South Gloucestershire
"Staff are really friendly, caring and upbeat. I like that it is a small home. Mum enjoys the garden. Good activity programme too. We can…"  Read all 55 reviews
  • from £1,000 / week
  • 27 Rooms
Group/Owner Kew Care Group

Manor Cottage offers a stylish environment in which to provide residential care, being a listed building originating from the fifteenth century, lovingly converted for the practice of modern ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Nashley House
27 Montpelier, Weston-super-Mare BS23 2RN
9.7 73 reviews
Nashley House, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
"Our lovely Mum has been resident at Nashley since summer 2025, when she was not able to stay at home any longer. She has been well cared…"  Read all 73 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
10 122 reviews
Newstone House, Sturminster Newton, Dorset
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"From the moment you walk in the door all contacts with staff are absolutely wonderful. From reception to my brothers floor. God forbid if I…"  Read all 122 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
Sainthill House
Cowick Lane, Exeter EX2 9JG
9.6 48 reviews
Sainthill House, Exeter, Devon
"My father-in-law moved here in September and I have nothing but good to say about his time at Sainthill House. Prior to this, he was in two…"  Read all 48 reviews
  • 23 Rooms

Sainthill House care home in Exeter gives residents a welcoming home full of for social contact, education and work within a safe, friendly environment. Care home residents are encouraged to ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care