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Best Care Homes / Nursing Homes (9.5+ Review Score) in Babergh Area

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 - Browse 12 Babergh Area Best Care Homes / Nursing Homes (9.5+ Review Score)

Avg. Review Score 9.7 Total 858 Reviews

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Nayland House
Bear Street, Nayland, Colchester CO6 4LA 
9.9 92 reviews
Nayland House, Colchester, Suffolk
"I have lived here for some time now but I have forgotten how long. I consider this to be a very good place to live. I have an excellent…"   Read all 92 reviews
  • 54 Rooms
Group/Owner Birchstone Care

Nayland House residents enjoy a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle, with exceptional care in beautiful surroundings. Located in the picturesque historic village of Nayland, near Colchester, the ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
St Marys
Woodlands Road, Holbrook, Ipswich IP9 2PS 
9.8 156 reviews
St Marys, Ipswich, Suffolk
"We were so very fortunate that our dearest mum was accepted into your care in November 2025. The care and kindness Mum received was…"   Read all 156 reviews
  • from £1,420 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Anchor

St Marys, in Ipswich supports up to 60 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle, as well as offering dementia care. It is located in an idyllic peninsula setting in the village of ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
St Joseph's
The Croft, Sudbury CO10 1HR 
9.7 84 reviews
St Joseph's, Sudbury, Suffolk
"As a chartered surveyor I have inspected many care homes. St.Josephs does not feel like one at all, more like a small hotel for retired…"   Read all 84 reviews
  • from £1,552 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Anchor

St Josephs in Sudbury is a caring home supporting up to 60 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle, as well as offering care for those living with dementia. The home continues to welcome new ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Hazeldell
Elton Park, Hadleigh Road, Ipswich IP2 0DG 
9.7 79 reviews
Hazeldell, Ipswich, Suffolk
"Since moving into Hazeldell Mum has changed from a lonely unhappy woman battling dementia to a woman with new friends, a much happier…"   Read all 79 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 42 Rooms
Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Hazeldell is situated off a private road on the outskirts of Ipswich. The home is on one and a half acres of land and offers residents spacious accommodation. At Hazeldell staff aim to assist ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Canterbury House
Gallows Hill, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6JQ 
9.7 58 reviews
Canterbury House, Ipswich, Suffolk
"Since my mum arrived at Canterbury House in Aug 2025, we have found every member of staff to be so caring to my mum. They genuinely want to…"   Read all 58 reviews
  • from £1,535 / week
  • 61 Rooms
Group/Owner Anchor

Canterbury House in Hadleigh is a purpose-built care home, providing quality care and luxurious facilities within a comfortable and relaxing environment. It continues to welcome new residents for ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Melford Court
Hall Street, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9JA 
9.7 91 reviews
Melford Court, Sudbury, Suffolk
"Both my parents are residents of Melford Court. They moved in a few months ago. Everyone has been very welcoming and supportive as they…"   Read all 91 reviews
  • from £950 / week
  • 52 Rooms
Group/Owner Stow Healthcare Group

Rated Good by the CQC (May 2026), Melford Court is a residential and nursing care home occupying a Grade II listed house on Hall Street in Long Melford, one of the finest high streets in Suffolk, ... Read more

Older Person Care Younger Adult Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Hadleigh Nursing Home
1 Friars Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6DF 
9.7 57 reviews
Hadleigh Nursing Home, Ipswich, Suffolk
"I am very happy with the kind, attentive care my mother continues to receive from all the staff since moving to Hadleigh Nursing Home over…"   Read all 57 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 54 Rooms
Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Hadleigh nursing care home is a charming 19th-century property set in landscaped gardens with excellent views across rolling Suffolk countryside. The beautiful home, situated on the edge of the ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Spring Lodge Nursing Home
Main Road, Woolverstone, Ipswich IP9 1AX 
9.7 79 reviews
Spring Lodge Nursing Home, Ipswich, Suffolk
"Our dad has only just gone into Spring Lodge but so far we are very happy with his care personal and other. All staff are very friendly and…"   Read all 79 reviews
  • from £1,248 / week
  • 46 Rooms
Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Nestled in the serene village of Woolverstone, lies Spring Lodge Nursing Home- a beautiful retirement home near Ipswich, where the focus is on feelings. Residents can enjoy a sense of freedom in ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Mellish House Residential Home
20a Kings Hill, Great Cornard, Sudbury CO10 0EH 
9.6 80 reviews
Mellish House Residential Home, Sudbury, Suffolk
"Absolutely can not fault the home at all. The staff are amazing and so caring. The food is 2nd to none,well done the chefs! My uncle is…"   Read all 80 reviews
  • from £1,386 / week
  • 48 Rooms
Group/Owner Caring Homes Group

Mellish House is located in the village of Great Cornard, near Sudbury, close to the town's shops and cafes. Providing residential dementia care for up to 48 elderly residents including trial stays, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Catchpole Court Nursing Home
Walnut Tree Lane, Sudbury CO10 1BD 
9.6 56 reviews
Catchpole Court Nursing Home, Sudbury, Suffolk
"Was invited to a Mothers Day flower arranging & afternoon tea. What a lovely afternoon and well put together. A table adorned with…"   Read all 56 reviews
  • from £1,100 / week
  • 66 Rooms
Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Catchpole Court NursingHome in Sudbury, Suffolk offers nursing, dementia, residential and respite care in a welcoming home. Situated next to shops, a train station and a lake, the care home has a ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Orwell Care Home
Vicarage Lane, Wherstead, Ipswich IP9 2AE 
9.8 16 reviews
Orwell Care Home, Ipswich, Suffolk
"Very pleased with how mum has settled in she has only there about 3wks. Staff are very friendly and understanding of mums needs. Room is…"   Read all 16 reviews
  • from £1,600 / week
  • 38 Rooms
Group/Owner Suffolk Serenity Living Ltd

A warm, modern, care home in the heart of Wherstead Suffolk The Orwell Care Home, located on Vicarage Lane in Wherstead, Ipswich, is a thoughtfully designed residential home offering high-quality ... Read more

Older Person Care Younger Adult Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Willows
Corders Farm, Bury Road, Lawshall, Bury St Edmunds IP29 4PJ 
9.7 10 reviews
The Willows, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
"Mum has been at The Willows for just over a year and I can honestly say that I can't think of a better place for her to be, she is cared…"   Read all 10 reviews
  • from £1,470 / week
  • 25 Rooms
Group/Owner Extrafriend Ltd

The Willows Residential Home is situated in the picturesque village of Lawshall, nestled between Sudbury and Bury St Edmunds in the lush Suffolk countryside. Once the site of Corders Farm, it has ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care