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

 - Browse 17 West Dorset Area Best Care Homes / Nursing Homes (9.5+ Review Score)

Avg. Review Score 9.7 Total 974 Reviews

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Castle View
Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 2NH 
9.9 91 reviews
Castle View, Dorchester, Dorset
"Everyone I meet in the home is helpful and friendly. My aunt is very happy there. The building/rooms are clean and tidy. Lovely home.…"   Read all 91 reviews
  • from £1,369 / week
  • 57 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

Thomas Hardy country is the setting for Castle View in Dorchester. This uniquely designed home is built on the Poundbury Estate with its links to the Duchy of Cornwall. The spacious reception area ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home
Bradford Road, Sherborne DT9 6EX 
9.9 51 reviews
Barchester Trinity Manor Care Home, Sherborne, Dorset
"Only compliments all the way Staff are excellent, meals are really good. I am happy with the outcome (being here)…"   Read all 51 reviews
  • from £1,900 / week
  • 64 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Dedicated staff members at Trinity Manor provide high-quality residential care for older people who would benefit from additional care and support in a warm and friendly environment. Trinity Manor ... Read more

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  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Selwood House Care Home
Chestnut Road, Charlton Down, Dorchester DT2 9FN 
9.9 23 reviews
Selwood House Care Home, Dorchester, Dorset
"Janice (the patient) and I (her visiting husband) were so impressed by the quality of care she received. The carers, mainly young men, were…"   Read all 23 reviews
  • from £1,650 / week
  • 85 Rooms
Group/Owner Country Court

Designed to be a real home-from-home for residents, Selwood House provides a luxury lifestyle, enabling people to continue living life the way they choose, with the added benefit of having company ... Read more

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  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Queen Charlotte Nursing Home
432 Chickerell Road, Chickerell, Weymouth DT3 4DQ 
9.8 59 reviews
Queen Charlotte Nursing Home, Weymouth, Dorset
"Queen Charlotte made myself and my family feel so welcome and helpful when finding the right care home for my mum . The staff are so kind…"   Read all 59 reviews
  • from £1,250 / week
  • 51 Rooms
Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Queen Charlotte Nursing Home is a care home specialising in dementia care. Set in a character property located amongst mature, manicured gardens, the home is decorated to offer sensory and tactile ... Read more

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  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
St James' Park Care Home
Higher Street, Bradpole, Bridport DT6 3EU 
9.8 114 reviews
St James' Park Care Home, Bridport, Dorset
"Since mum moved to St James, we have felt completely reassured by the kindness and professionalism of the team. The home is…"   Read all 114 reviews
  • from £1,399 / week
  • 31 Rooms
Group/Owner HC-One

Offering residential and nursing care, St James' Park Care Home, located in the charming village of Bradpole, near Bridport on the beautiful Jurassic Coast, is a friendly and welcoming care home ... Read more

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Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home
Fairfield, Bristol Road, Sherborne DT9 4HG 
9.8 88 reviews
Abbey View Nursing & Residential Home, Sherborne, Dorset
"My mother is very happy and exceptionally well looked after in this lovely home. It is friendly, clean, caring and mum has made new friends…"   Read all 88 reviews
  • from £1,376 / week
  • 52 Rooms
Group/Owner Colten Care Ltd

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 ... Read more

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Weymouth Manor Nursing Home
Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0TX 
9.7 33 reviews
Weymouth Manor Nursing Home, Weymouth, Dorset
"Very friendly staff, nice relaxing atmosphere. Building in good repair and modern. Lovely areas to go and sit like the sunroom and the…"   Read all 33 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 66 Rooms
Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Weymouth Manor Nursing Home in Dorset provides exceptional residential, respite, nursing, and specialist dementia care, tailored to meet the diverse healthcare needs of its residents. Nestled in ... Read more

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  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Somerleigh Court Nursing Home
Somerleigh Road, Dorchester DT1 1AQ 
9.7 42 reviews
Somerleigh Court Nursing Home, Dorchester, Dorset
"When my husband first came to Somerleigh I was concerned he might find the change of lifestyle difficult. He had been used to an outdoor…"   Read all 42 reviews
  • 40 Rooms
Group/Owner Welford Healthcare

Somerleigh Court is an award-winning nursing home in the heart of Dorchester. The team provides long-term nursing care (including dementia-friendly care), plus convalescence, post-operative care, ... Read more

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  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Signature House
2 Maumbury Gardens, Dorchester DT1 1GR 
9.7 55 reviews
Signature House, Dorchester, Dorset
"My uncle has been a resident for a short time at Signature House but the difference in him Is AMAZING !!!! My uncle suffered a fractured…"   Read all 55 reviews
  • from £1,700 / week
  • 48 Rooms
Group/Owner Amica Care

Signature House is located in the heart of Dorchester and provides nursing care for residents who have physical mobility problems and those living with dementia. Signature House forms part of ... Read more

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  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Fairfield House Residential Care Home
Charmouth Road, Lyme Regis DT7 3HH 
9.6 40 reviews
Fairfield House Residential Care Home, Lyme Regis, Dorset
"During our visit on 6th October to visit my sister Nicola, my partner and I were very pleased with the location of the home, the condition…"   Read all 40 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 36 Rooms
Group/Owner Safequarter Private Care Homes

Fairfield House is situated on a hillside overlooking Lyme Bay and Lyme Regis. The home is tastefully decorated and furnished throughout and offers several lounges, dining areas and conservatories to ... Read more

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  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care

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The Old Vicarage Care Home
Leigh, Sherborne DT9 6HL 
9.5 90 reviews
The Old Vicarage Care Home, Sherborne, Dorset
"I find the staff very friendly and professional. The carehome seems to be clean at all times. My dad is happy and so are we (the fa…"   Read all 90 reviews
  • from £1,380 / week
  • 41 Rooms
Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

The Old Vicarage Care Home is located in a scenic part of the Dorset countryside and offers a combination of friendliness and professionalism in order to help adults with care needs to enjoy a ... Read more

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  • Residential Care
Maiden Castle House
12/14 Gloucester Road, Dorchester DT1 2NJ 
9.9 72 reviews
Maiden Castle House, Dorchester, Dorset
"Absolutely faultless. Both my parents were admitted over Christmas. My mother for short term respite and my father longer term. The care…"   Read all 72 reviews
  • from £1,425 / week
  • 66 Rooms
Group/Owner Care South

Maiden Castle House is a welcoming, purpose-built residential and dementia care home in the heart of Dorset's county town. The home's experienced and well-trained team provides compassion care for ... Read more

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  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Shire House
Sidmouth Road, Lyme Regis DT7 3ES 
9.8 55 reviews
Shire House, Lyme Regis, Dorset
"Shire House is a wonderful residential care home. My aunt is always looked after superbly, with dignity, friendliness, humour and expert…"   Read all 55 reviews
  • from £1,100 / week
  • 22 Rooms

Shire House offers a homely, safe and caring environment for older people, respecting their right to choose their own lifestyle and actively supporting them to realise their aspirations. This is ... Read more

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  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Fairfield House
41 Putton Lane, Chickerell, Weymouth DT3 4AJ 
9.6 53 reviews
Fairfield House, Weymouth, Dorset
"My Mother came into Fairfield after nine weeks of hospital care after breaking her hip and leg. That was August 2025 She has had excellent…"   Read all 53 reviews
  • from £1,300 / week
  • 37 Rooms
Group/Owner Fairfield Care (West Dorset) Ltd

Fairfield House is a registered care home with nursing, and provides high-quality care for people who experience cognitive difficulties or who have mental health problems. Based in a quiet village ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Grassington House
50 Prince of Wales Road, Dorchester DT1 1PP 
9.6 21 reviews
Grassington House, Dorchester, Dorset
"From the very beginning up until the carehome suffered a devastating fire in January, the staff have gone above and beyond to make my nan…"   Read all 21 reviews
  • from £1,400 / week
  • 13 Rooms

Grassington House is a 13-bed, spacious semi-detached townhouse in Dorchester established as a care home in the mid-1980s. All meals are cooked within the home. There is an extensive menu and the ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
Eastbury House
Long Street, Sherborne, Sherborne DT9 3BZ 
9.6 24 reviews
Eastbury House, Sherborne, Dorset
"We as a family can not recommend Eastbury House highly enough. After months of worry with Mum we now know she is safe and enjoying life.…"   Read all 24 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 23 Rooms

Eastbury House is a privately run residential home for the elderly. It was established in 1974 and is situated in the centre of Sherborne within a few minutes level walk of the shops and the ... Read more

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