Care Homes in Somerset

Q: Care Home costs in Somerset

The average costs for care homes in Somerset can vary depending on the type of care required. Please refer to the detailed breakdown for more information.

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Browse 192 Somerset Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.4
Total 5,404 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,375 per week

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La Fontana

Foldhill Lane, Martock TA12 6PQ

9.480 Reviews

"La Fontana is a truly wonderful care home. From the moment you walk in, everyone is friendly and helpful - nothing is too much trouble. Dad..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,635 / weekSize 76 rooms

La Fontana Care Home is a purpose-built care home in Martock, Somerset, offering Residential, Nursing, Palliative, Respite and Specialist Dementia Care. Set within beautiful countryside surroundings,... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

Chelston Park & Chelston Gardens

West Buckland Road, Wellington TA21 9PH

9.426 Reviews

"We looked at several alternatives in the area before choosing Chelston Park 2 years ago and we haven't regretted the decision. It's an..."Read all 26 reviews

Size 86 rooms

Chelston Park Nursing and Residential Home and Chelston Gardens Dementia Nursing Home are two standalone homes that sit on the same site. Chelston Park specialises in nursing and Chelston Gardens... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Portcullis House

The Embankment, Langport TA10 9RZ

9.441 Reviews

"My sister in law has settled really well at Portcullis House and that is mainly due to the care and attention of the staff! I was..."Read all 41 reviews

from £1,280 / weekSize 44 rooms

Group/Owner Somerset Care

Portcullis House, based in Langport, has built up a modern care service by focusing on quality and person-centred provisions, within a homely and welcoming atmosphere where residents are supported in... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Mental Health Care

The Laurels Care Home

Westfield Lane, Draycott, Cheddar BS27 3TN

9.341 Reviews

13 1

"From the minute we called into The Laurels Carehome in Draycott it felt like home. We moved my mum from a carehome in Kent all the way to..."Read all 41 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 21 rooms

Group/Owner Country Court

The Laurels Care Home offer long-term, respite and day care, in a comfortable home-from-home rural village atmosphere. Family-owned within the Country Court Care Group, the home strives to promote the... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Catherine House Care Home

Cork Street, Frome BA11 1BL

9.359 Reviews

33 3

"Catherine House Care Home staff always make you welcome when you arrive and are always willing to help if you have anything to bring to..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 67 rooms

Group/Owner Evolve Care Group

For those exploring care options and looking for a home that feels welcoming and thoughtfully designed, Catherine House Care Home offers residential, nursing and dementia care in a setting that balances... Read more

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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
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Dementia Nursing Care
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The Firs Care Centre

251 Staplegrove Road, Taunton TA2 6AQ

9.314 Reviews

13 1

"Mother was looked after so well, the staff were very caring. Always friendly and helpful when I visited too. Towards the end of mothers's..."Read all 14 reviews

from £850 / weekSize 40 rooms

Group/Owner Halcyon Care Group

The Firs is a residential and Nursing home, situated in Taunton, Somerset. The Firs is an individual home, registered to care for 40 elderly residents requiring nursing and non-nursing care, specialising... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Learning Disability Care

Frome Nursing Home

Styles Hill, Frome BA11 5JR

9.221 Reviews

23 3

"The home is very secure and residents seem to be happy. My mother is more cheerful and happier than she has been for a number of years and..."Read all 21 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 60 rooms

Group/Owner Evolve Care Group

Set in the picturesque market town of Frome and located in the breath-taking Somerset countryside, Frome Nursing Home is a home for people with a wide range of residential and nursing needs. The whole... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

The Cyder Barn Ltd

The Cyder Barn, Glastonbury Road, West Pennard, Glastonbury BA6 8NH

9.238 Reviews

6 1

"When looking for a Care home for mum we visited many places. We immediately liked the homely feel of The Cyder Barn and the welcoming..."Read all 38 reviews

from £1,050 / weekSize 40 rooms

The Cyder Barn Ltd is a 40 bedded accommodation, employing a team of carers who are dedicated to achieving a high standard of care within a friendly and secure atmosphere. The home is committed to... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Frethey House

Frethey Lane, Bishops Hull, Taunton TA4 1AB

9.151 Reviews

5 3

"My 96 year old dad has been in Frethey House for nearly a year now. When he first went in, he had lost the will to live, eat and laugh...."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 41 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Located in a rural location just to the west of Taunton, Frethey House provides residential, nursing and dementia care on a permanent and respite basis, as well as compassionate end of life care. Set... Read more

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Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
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Dementia Nursing Care

Pulsford Lodge

North Street, Wiveliscombe, Taunton TA4 2LA

9.139 Reviews

20 1

"Pulsford was recommended to us from a family friend and ex-colleague. I have been very impressed with management and care staff alike...."Read all 39 reviews

from £1,300 / weekSize 49 rooms

Group/Owner Somerset Care

Pulsford Lodge is located in the foothills of the Brendon and Quantock hills, a scenic environment to enjoy comfortable long-term accommodation, or respite care. Together with a high standard of personalised... Read more

Older Person Care
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Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Learning Disability Care

Vaughan Lee House

Orchard Vale, Ilminster TA19 0EX

9.047 Reviews

"Amazing care home! Staff are so friendly and really care about the residents. They go above and beyond to ensure that the residents are..."Read all 47 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 30 rooms

Vaughan Lee House is a purpose-built residential care home catering for older people. Staff at Vaughan Lee House seek to provide and maintain a high standard of care, 24 hours a day. The staff are... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care

St Cecilia Care Home Ltd

1 Hitchen Lane, Shepton Mallet BA4 5TZ

9.016 Reviews

"I have power of attorney for a friend and had to put her into care nov 2025,it was emotionally exhausting , the manager was so..."Read all 16 reviews

Size 17 rooms

Group/Owner White Care Group

St. Cecilia Care Home is a specialised residential care home caring for residents with residential dementia care needs. They are a locally owned, family business. A short distance from the centre of Shepton... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Beaufort Park Retirement Village

7 Rectory Road, Burnham-on-Sea TA8 2BY

8.911 Reviews

19 1

"Both my mother and my step father, were really struggling at home, even with carers TDS, they were under under weight, both looked un kept,..."Read all 11 reviews

from £1,150 / weekSize 41 rooms

Group/Owner Agincare Homes Holdings Ltd

A former school, set in two acres of landscaped grounds a short distance from the seafront in Burnham-on-Sea in Somerset, Beaufort House has 41 rooms, majority with en suite in the main home and 12 self-contained,... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Heron House

Heron Drive, Bishops Hull, Taunton TA1 5HA

9.926 Reviews

21 1

"When you are no longer able to cope independently, there are difficult decisions to be made. 4 years ago, having visited at least 12..."Read all 26 reviews

from £1,336 / weekSize 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 pleasant... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Hamilton Park Nursing Home

6 Hamilton Road, Taunton TA1 2EH

9.951 Reviews

"From the very first assessment meeting in her home to the moment my friend died at Hamilton, she was treated with care, respect, dignity..."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,000 / weekSize 32 rooms

Hamilton Park is located in the bustling town of Taunton, close to local shops and amenities. The home is only a mile away from motorway access and exit and a bus station is located in front of the... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

Avalon Nursing Home

2-4 Taunton Road, Bridgwater TA6 3LS

8.892 Reviews

"Warm greetings and thanks once again for keeping all the relatives updated on 'all things Avalon!' I visited my sister Evelyn this morning,..."Read all 92 reviews

from £1,500 / weekSize 55 rooms

Group/Owner Camelot Care

Avalon Nursing Home is a purpose built home situated in the heart of Bridgwater. Avalon’s interior incorporates the latest technologies in nursing and health care systems and leading ideas in dementia... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

Oake Meadows Nursing Home

33 Wyvern Road, Taunton TA1 4RA

8.857 Reviews

25 1

"My Dad is being cared for at Oake Meadows care home in Taunton , he has been there for nearly two years . As a family it was one of the..."Read all 57 reviews

Size 105 rooms

Oake Meadows Nursing Home in Taunton offers excellent support for people needing residential care. Trained caring staff treat residents with dignity and respect while providing high quality care.... Read more

Older Person Care
Younger Adult Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care
Mental Health Care

The Bridles Care Home

Dykes Way, Wincanton BA9 9FQ

8.85 Reviews

19 1

"Due to the fact that my husband had a fall and suffered a brain injury, we came to The Bridles earlier than expected. I was among the first..."Read all 5 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 74 rooms

Group/Owner Bupa Care Homes

Located in Wincanton, The Bridles is now open. This purpose built home offers residential, nursing and dementia care, available for both permanent and short stays. With superior levels of design and... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Ashley House

The Avenue, Langport TA10 9SA

9.859 Reviews

12 1

"Very nervous on how our sister, with early onset Alzheimer's, transition from a London hospital to a country care home, would cope, Ashley..."Read all 59 reviews

from £1,200 / weekSize 25 rooms

Group/Owner South West Care Homes Ltd

Ashley House Care Home is situated in the small town of Langport, a civil parish of Somerset. The attractive home dates back to Victorian times and is at the end of a quiet, beautiful tree-lined avenue. The... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Learning Disability Care

South Cary House

South Street, Castle Cary BA7 7ES

9.844 Reviews

"South Cary House is, hands down, one the most caring and attentive to its residents. The kindness, warmth, and genuine care shown by the..."Read all 44 reviews

from £1,650 / weekSize 23 rooms

Group/Owner Avon Care Homes Ltd

South Cary House is a converted Grade II Georgian house, with redevelopment having made the most of its homely qualities to benefit older people with care needs. The focus is on quality of life at... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

The Dene Lodge

Bircham Road, Alcombe, Minehead TA24 6BQ

9.739 Reviews

"The Dene Lodge is an excellent care home, I would highly recommend. Caring, friendly staff who take time to get to know family and the..."Read all 39 reviews

from £1,450 / weekSize 39 rooms

The Dene Lodge is a residential home in the Alcombe area of Minehead, which can accommodate 33 residents. They predominantly support those with dementia, but also welcome elderly residents requiring additional... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Fir Villa

Camel Street, Marston Magna, Yeovil BA22 8DB

9.716 Reviews

"My sister had to go in a home because she could not look after herself and we had tried many times to get her to move out of her bungalow..."Read all 16 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 24 rooms

Fir Villa – Marston Magna, Somerset Located in the peaceful village of Marston Magna, Fir Villa is a residential care home for people aged 65 and over. Surrounded by Somerset countryside and situated... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

The Lodge

Portway, Langport TA10 0NQ

8.73 Reviews

"My son has now been a resident at the Lodge for 6 years and feels very much at home there. He arrived in a state of high anxiety following..."Read all 3 reviews

Size 3 rooms

Group/Owner Willinbrook

The Lodge care home in Somerset offers excellent support for people needing residential care. Trained caring staff treat residents with dignity and respect while providing high quality care. There... Read more

Younger Adult Care
Permanent Care

Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

Highfield House Residential Care Home Ltd

High Street, Castle Cary BA7 7AN

9.764 Reviews

"I know that my Mums' every need is met at Highfield. As a family we are welcomed at any time to visit and feel very much part of the..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,250 / weekSize 22 rooms

Highfield House prides itself on delivering excellent standards of care and support to people in a residential setting. The house is a converted Grade II listed building that suits a comfortable lifestyle... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Learning Disability Care
Mental Health Care

St George's Care Home

17 Wilton Street, Taunton TA1 3JR

9.631 Reviews

"My review relates to the period of my mother's presence at St George's from last August up to June of this year. During this time I have..."Read all 31 reviews

from £1,430 / weekSize 20 rooms

St. George's Residential Home is situated on a quiet side street in Taunton, close to the beautiful and locally renowned Vivary Park. Located within its own peaceful gardens, St. George's enjoys close... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Ivelhurst Nursing Home Ltd

27 Preston Road, Yeovil BA21 3AD

9.654 Reviews

"Since my mother Joan moved into Ivelhurst Care Home my family and I have felt so at ease your staff are alway kind patient and cherful and..."Read all 54 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 58 rooms

Ivelhurst Nursing Home is a warm and welcoming care home in Yeovil, providing 24-hour support for people who require nursing care, residential care, respite care, day care and compassionate end of life... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Pondsmead Nursing & Residential Home

Shepton Road, Oakhill, Radstock BA3 5HT

9.648 Reviews

"Pondsmead is a fantastic home for me. Staff are great, from cleaners, chefs, kitchen staff, management, everyone. The building is great and..."Read all 48 reviews

from £1,600 / weekSize 76 rooms

Group/Owner Avon Care Homes Ltd

Pondsmead Nursing and Residential Home cares for more than 60 elderly residents, offering short and long stay care where required as one of Somerset's most invaluable care facilities in light of the area's... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Nursing Care

Glen Lyn Residential Care Home

2 Tregonwell Road, Minehead TA24 5DT

9.530 Reviews

"I am so glad we found Glen Lyn. The staff are wonderful and it feels more like a guest house than a residential home as it isn't very big...."Read all 30 reviews

from £1,100 / weekSize 12 rooms

The Glen Lyn Residential Care Home has been providing care in West Somerset for over 35 years and is located in Minehead, a coastal resort in the picturesque surroundings of Exmoor. The care home offers... Read more

Older Person Care
Permanent Care
Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Critchill Court

Lynwood Close, Frome BA11 4DP

8.551 Reviews

16 1

"My mum has thrived since moving in. She is happy and has made friends. The food is good and the care is amazing. All the carers have a..."Read all 51 reviews

from £1,150 / weekSize 46 rooms

Group/Owner Agincare Homes Holdings Ltd

Critchill Court is a purpose-built residential home in Frome. All of the bedrooms at the home have ground floor access to the garden and courtyard. Residents are encouraged to personalise their... Read more

Older Person Care
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Respite Care

Residential Care
Dementia Residential Care

Yew Tree Cottage Residential Home

Hornsbury Hill, Chard TA20 3DB

9.517 Reviews

"Yew Tree Residential Home is very happy and the staff are very helpful. Lovely place to be looked after. Thank you...."Read all 17 reviews

from £1,400 / weekSize 7 rooms

Yew Tree Cottage is a small privately owned, well-established care home on the outskirts of Chard. The home provides 24-hour permanent, respite and day care for older people, with or without dementia.... Read more

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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset Care Homes

Care Home costs in Somerset

Average care home costs in Somerset by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 108 care homes with fees listed in Somerset.

Type of Care Provided	Somerset	England	UK
Residential Care	£1,367	£1,308	£1,312
Residential Dementia Care	£1,376	£1,338	£1,343
Nursing Care	£1,574	£1,569	£1,554
Nursing Dementia Care	£1,614	£1,584	£1,575
All Care Types	£1,375	£1,319	£1,326

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in Somerset Care Homes by care type

Average cost of Residential Care from 101 care homes with fees listed.

£1,367 per week

4.5% above England average
4.2% above UK average

Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 79 care homes with fees listed.

£1,376 per week

2.8% above England average
2.5% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Care from 45 care homes with fees listed.

£1,574 per week

0.3% above England average
1.3% above UK average

Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 31 care homes with fees listed.

£1,614 per week

1.9% above England average
2.5% above UK average

How many care homes are there in Somerset?

There are 192 Care Homes in Somerset, including 56 Nursing Homes & 136 Residential Care Homes.

Which care homes in Somerset have the highest Review Score?

Grovelands, Casa di Lusso Nursing Home & Tudor Lodge are some of the care homes with the highest Review Score in Somerset.

Which care homes in Somerset offer Nursing Care?

Casa di Lusso Nursing Home, Elliscombe House & Stockmoor Lodge are some of the 55 Nursing Homes in Somerset.

How many care homes offer Dementia Care in Somerset?

There are 102 care homes offering Dementia Care in Somerset including Grovelands, Casa di Lusso Nursing Home & Elliscombe House.

Which care homes offer Respite Care in Somerset?

Respite Care is offered by 130 care homes in Somerset including Grovelands, Casa di Lusso Nursing Home & Tudor Lodge.

How many care homes listings in Somerset have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 119 care homes listed with Reviews.

Which care homes in Somerset have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 15 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.

Which care homes in Somerset have won a carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Care Home Award?

Award winners of the carehome.co.uk 2026 Top 20 Care Home Awards in Somerset include Rossetti House & Tudor Lodge.