Pet Friendly Care Homes / Nursing Homes in and around Shaftesbury

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 Wincanton, Bruton and Castle Cary. Built in 1901,… Read more about Elliscombe House

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, and palliative care, the home provides a warm,… Read more about The Malthouse Residential Home

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 accommodation overlooking the well maintained large… Read more about Larks Leas Rest Home

Henford House provides 24-hour nursing, residential and respite care for older people that is delivered in a way that promotes independence and dignity. Staff at the home deliver high quality care services to those they support, with a person-centred… Read more about Barchester Henford House Care Home

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. Designed to the highest standards, the home provides… Read more about Longbridge Deverill House and Nursing Home

The Old Rectory is a beautiful residential care home that specialises in care for older people. The team offer a caring and welcoming environment that is a true home in every sense of the word, where people with age related conditions are respected as… Read more about The Old Rectory

Bramley House provides luxury care in a beautiful environment. Bramley House is in the bustling village of Mere, just beneath the South Downs. Mere has a lively range of shops and pubs, as well as a tearoom and a post office. At Bramley House, all… Read more about Bramley House

Albany House is a converted period property located in the scenic surroundings of the Wiltshire countryside. Trained staff are experienced in both short and long-term admissions, including respite and day care, while strong community links ensure… Read more about Albany House

Ashwood Care Centre provides specialist care for people requiring dementia care and short-term respite. The care home offers services for older people regardless of their race or religion and strives to ensure all care delivered is of the highest… Read more about Ashwood Care Centre

Located at the foot of Hambledon Hill in the heart of North Dorset, Millbrook House is an elegant, spacious Georgian residence set in two acres of beautiful gardens in the village of Child Okeford. Millbrook House provides excellent care in a homely… Read more about Millbrook House Residential Care Home

St Denis Lodge in Shaftesbury offers residential care in a spacious and elegant Georgian house. Staff care for older people who are no longer able to cope safely or who have become lonely in their own home environment. The care home offers a warm… Read more about St Denis Lodge

Welcome to The Mellowes. The Mellowes is a great place to socialise, enjoy an activity or have quiet time. The home has 45 bright and airy rooms, with rooms suitable for couples. Focus is on overall wellbeing and the team treat each resident with… Read more about The Mellowes Care Home

The Cedars Nursing Home is a truly caring nursing home with highly trained and skilled staff who look after 31 residents. The home specialises in end of life nursing care and has held Gold Standard Framework platinum accreditation in end of life care… Read more about The Cedars Nursing Home

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 in a peaceful and secure setting, offering a safe… Read more about Castle Lodge Care Home

Located in Wincanton, The Bridles will be opening in Spring 2026 and show suite in February 2026. This purpose built home offers residential, nursing and dementia care, available for both permanent and short stays. With superior levels of design… Read more about The Bridles