Best Care Homes / Nursing Homes (9.5+ Review Score) in and around Melbury Abbas

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Browse 13 Melbury Abbas Best Care Homes / Nursing Homes (9.5+ Review Score)

Avg. Review Score 9.8
Total 878 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,434 per week

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Newstone House

Stourcastle, Sturminster Newton DT10 1FF

6.8 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

10124 Reviews

22 1

"The staff are friendly, caring, positive and thoughtful, always treating residents with dignity and respect. They have truly opened up a..."Read all 124 reviews

from £1,433 / week62 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

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Whitecliffe House

Whitecliff Mill Street, Blandford Forum DT11 7BQ

8.3 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.981 Reviews

19 1

"My husband died at Whitecliffe House in July, having been in the home for two months, initially only for respite. He was very happy there,..."Read all 81 reviews

from £1,280 / week31 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

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Castle Lodge Care Home

Castle Street, Mere, Warminster BA12 6LA

9.1 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.923 Reviews

12 1

"The environment, facilities and staff are first class. Nothing is impossible for residents and visitors. Everyone is made welcome as you..."Read all 23 reviews

from £1,700 / week70 rooms

Group/Owner Country Court

Castle Lodge is a brand-new care home opening in January 2026, nestled in the picturesque village of Mere, near Shaftesbury and Warminster. The home will provide residential and specialist dementia care... Read more

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Verwood House Care Home

42 Ringwood Road, Verwood BH31 7AH

14.6 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.971 Reviews

14 2

"A beautiful home, my mum is settled and well looked after at Verwood house. Staff are very friendly and they even offer holistic treatments..."Read all 71 reviews

from £1,650 / week42 rooms

Group/Owner Hamberley Care Homes

Situated in the picturesque town of Verwood, on the edge of the New Forest, Verwood House is an award-winning care home within a stunning environment offering residential, dementia and nursing care, as... Read more

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Elliscombe House

Higher Holton, Wincanton BA9 8EA

13.5 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.931 Reviews

18 2

"My mother was admitted from hospital after a bad fall. She was in a fragile state, and had previously resisted coming to a care home..."Read all 31 reviews

from £1,650 / week35 rooms

A luxury home providing residential & nursing care in an elegant country setting Situated in the South East of Somerset, almost on the borders of Dorset and Wiltshire, Elliscombe House is central to... Read more

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The Malthouse Residential Home

Bay Road, Gillingham SP8 4EW

6.2 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.9120 Reviews

17 1

"My mother in law was a resident at the Malthouse for over 4 years. She recently had to be admitted in a hospital and she sadly passed away..."Read all 120 reviews

from £1,200 / week34 rooms

Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

Set in a beautifully restored building with landscaped gardens and a private courtyard, The Malthouse is located within walking distance of Gillingham’s quaint town centre. Offering residential, respite,... Read more

Older Person Care
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Dementia Residential Care
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Larks Leas Rest Home

Milldown Road, Blandford Forum DT11 7DE

8.1 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.843 Reviews

"It is the people that matter. I found all the staff at Larks Leas to be excellent: bright and friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and..."Read all 43 reviews

24 rooms

Group/Owner Royal Bay Care Homes

Lark Leas Residential Care Home is Blandford's longest established care home with a good local reputation. The original home has had a new build 'garden suite' extension that provides high quality... Read more

Older Person Care
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Fern Brook Lodge

Fern Brook Lane, Gillingham SP8 4QD

5.2 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.877 Reviews

27 3

"Overall the quality of care is good. The staff are very friendly and considerate and kind even if they have only a few spare minutes...."Read all 77 reviews

from £1,395 / week75 rooms

Group/Owner Care South

Fern Brook Lodge in Gillingham, Dorset is a friendly, warm and welcoming residential home, where residents living with dementia are treated with dignity and respect. Individuals enjoy a safe, caring environment... Read more

Older Person Care
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Dementia Residential Care
Residential Care

Longbridge Deverill House and Nursing Home

Church Street, Longbridge Deverill, Warminster BA12 7DJ

13.2 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.6106 Reviews

"My husband had been a resident in Wyle Unit for the past three years. He had wonderful care with kindness, compassion and love by the..."Read all 106 reviews

from £1,200 / week80 rooms

Nestled within three acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and woodland, Longbridge Deverill offers exceptional 24-hour residential, nursing, dementia and respite care in a warm and welcoming setting.... Read more

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Learning Disability Care
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Sutton Veny House Nursing Home

Sutton Veny, Warminster BA12 7BJ

13.9 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.856 Reviews

"A beautiful setting, all areas were clean, tidy and welcoming. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. The room and communal areas are..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,600 / week28 rooms

Group/Owner Avon Care Homes Ltd

Sutton Veny House Nursing Home is situated in beautiful surroundings, providing an excellent location for a comfortable and tranquil retirement. Professional care is practiced within stylish interiors,... Read more

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Nazareth Lodge

Penny Street, Sturminster Newton DT10 1DE

7 miles from centre of Melbury Abbas

9.548 Reviews

15 1

"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

from £1,300 / week24 rooms

Group/Owner Nazareth Lodge Ltd

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. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle... Read more