Care Homes / Nursing Homes with an Outstanding CQC Rating in Dorset
40 Western Road, Branksome Park, Poole BH13 6EU
"My mother moved into Canford Chase in November 2025. This was a massive upheaval for her after 50 years in her own home. The staff were…" Read all 90 reviews
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 luxury accommodation for fifty-two residents. Residents… Read more about Canford Chase
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Palliative Care
- 55 Rooms
- from £1,472 / week
18 Queens Park West Drive, Bournemouth BH8 9DA
"Just celebrated my Mums 101st Birthday at Queensmount. The staff are all so kind and once again went out of their way to make mums day…" Read all 190 reviews
Recently rated Outstanding (August 2022) for a second time in a row and one of a handful of homes to be rated Outstanding in all areas across England, Queensmount offers a range of short and long stay residential and nursing care plans including day… Read more about Queensmount Care Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- 49 Rooms
- from £1,470 / week
Fairfield, Bristol Road, Sherborne DT9 4HG
"My mother was a resident at Abbeyview from January 2024 until January 2026. She moved into the home a year after our father died. Mum and…" Read all 83 reviews
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 warm and friendly setting. From the welcoming reception… Read more about Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Palliative Care
- 52 Rooms
- from £1,376 / week
122 Ringwood Road, Longham, Ferndown BH22 9AW
"Fernhill is a wonderful care home. The staff are so caring and helpful, not only to my wife but to me as well. There is always a friendly…" Read all 100 reviews
Experience the warmth and care of these friendly, relaxing care homes whilst making new friends. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the opportunity for gentle gardening… Read more about Fernhill
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- Palliative Care
- 58 Rooms
- from £1,792 / week
418/424 Ringwood Road, Ferndown BH22 9AX
"A very pleasant stay recovering from a knee operation. All staff very willing and kind. Lovely atmosphere everyone treated as an…" Read all 70 reviews
Amberwood House is a beautiful home in Ferndown. Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the opportunity for gentle gardening activities in the summer sunshine, and there… Read more about Amberwood House
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Palliative Care
- 55 Rooms
- from £1,452 / week
1 Golf Links Road, Broadstone BH18 8BE
"The Links manager and staff have always been friendly, helpful and professional from the first visit, through wife's death and settling…" Read all 136 reviews
This care home is proud to be able to display an Outstanding CQC rating (November 2023). The Links is in the lovely village setting of Broadstone, close to local amenities and within easy reach of Dorset’s beautiful beaches and countryside. The Links… Read more about The Links Care Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Acquired Brain Injury
- 68 Rooms
- from £1,375 / week
100 Dunyeats Road, Broadstone BH18 8AL
"My friend has been at Burwood Nursing Home for 3 years now. The staff are caring and nothing seems too much trouble. She has her local…" Read all 32 reviews
Burwood Nursing Home is a family-run and independent service, that takes pride in a personal approach to care, striving for solutions that suit the circumstances of each resident from a team of staff with extensive skills. Quality care in a homely… Read more about Burwood Nursing Home
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Acquired Brain Injury
- 58 Rooms
- from £1,600 / week
Penny Street, Sturminster Newton DT10 1DE
"My mother moved into Nazareth Lodge in February, has settled in extremely well, and is happy. She has made new friends, and reconnected…" Read all 48 reviews
Nazareth Lodge has been serving the local community for over 25 years. Nazareth Lodge offers permanent residency, respite breaks and can also offer palliative care. The team offers a happy, vibrant home with a thriving computer club, a la carte… Read more about Nazareth Lodge
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- 24 Rooms
- from £1,300 / week
2 Ken Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth BH6 3ET
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Physical Disability
- Palliative Care
- Mental Health
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- 10 Rooms
- from £1,200 / week
George Street, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EY
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- 35 Rooms
- from £749 / week
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69 Brixley Road, Parkstone, Poole BH12 3EY
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Younger Adults
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Physical Disability
- 6 Rooms
Coneygar Park, Bridport DT6 3BA
- Care Provided
- Long Term/Permanent
- Short Term/Respite
- Older Person Care
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Palliative Care
- 22 Rooms
- from £1,550 / week