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Croft House Care Home

Braintree Road, Great Dunmow, Essex CM6 1HR
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Staff are very helpful and friendly. I feel confident knowing Mum is being cared for.Kathy R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Croft House Care Home, Great Dunmow
From day one when our family friend was admitted I felt reassuredPauline P(Friend of Resident/Service User)
Croft House Care Home, Great Dunmow
Very friendly and helpful staff, have made Dad's stay here very comfortable.D L(Son of Resident/Service User)
Croft House Care Home, Great Dunmow

Croft House offers nursing, residential and short stay care. They’re here when you and your loved ones need them most. For planned respite or last- minute trips. A safe space to recover after an operation. To experience what their home’s like before moving long- term. To just relax. Whatever the reason, their doors are open.

Croft House is an elegant and spacious home situated within a leafy suburb close to Stansted...  

Care Provided by Croft House Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Eating Disorders

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 38 Service Users

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,250From £1,375
Nursing CareFrom £1,485From £1,635

Pricing is subject to an assessment of care needs and the room chosen. There’s no need for your loved one to have Bupa health insurance, our Care Home is open to everyone. Please contact us for more information.

Contact Croft House Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Melanie Kemsley (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 40+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (34)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)

Visiting

  • The home is two minutes from the A120, just off Great Dunmow High Street. The nearest train station is nine miles away at Braintree, connecting you with London Liverpool Street.

Parking

  • On-site parking available.

Croft House Care Home Reviews (72)

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9.6

Croft House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.589) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Croft House Care Home has 72 reviews.

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Review from A A (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 August 2026 Submitted via Website
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My mother has improved in so many ways since moving to Croft House a few months ago. The staff are very kind and extremely well trained. The nurses aren't afraid to tackle any difficulties appropriately and this results in much better outcomes for the residents in their care. The food is made from scratch, varied and really good quality. The restaurant style service a lunch time is something that my Mum really enjoys. It's wonderful to see her improving so much and an enormous relief not to be constantly worried about her care. Thanks to everyone.

Reply from Megan O'Connor, Customer Service Adviser at Croft House Care Home

We're so grateful that you've taken the time to share your thoughts. Providing peace of mind for families is one of our top priorities, so your words mean a lot and the care home staff will be so pleased to know they have made a difference to not only mum's wellbeing, but yours too. Mealtimes are...  

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Review from I W (Son of Resident) published on 28 May 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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The prices have increased in a disproportion to the services provided the food quality has fallen since now providers are being used seems like profit over care.

Reply from Fran Donno, Customer Service Adviser at Croft House Care Home

We are sorry to hear about your experience with us and take your review extremely seriously. We have let the senior management of the home know about your review and if you would like to contact our Risk and Governance team on 0113 360 4806, they are also on hand to discuss further. Alternatively, you can email feedback@bupa.com with your contact details and we will be in touch.

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Review from Wendy H (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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Mum came to Croft House in July 2025 following serious illness leaving her bed bound. With the help and encouragement of staff she is now able to walk small distances. She is an active participant in the carpet bowls and has enjoyed much of the entertainment visiting the home. She enjoys the food and loves that all the staff will stop for a chat or friendly word. All of the staff go above and beyond and are quite happy to multi task if necessary. From a personal point of view, I am now after quite a few years, able to visit my mum as her daughter and not her carer, cook and general handy person, knowing that she is being taken good care of 24/7.

Reply from Natasha Burns-Leigh, Customer Service Advisor at Croft House Care Home

It's always encouraging to read reviews like this. We are glad to have helped you and your family through such a difficult time. It's reassuring to hear that our approach to care has brought you and your family peace of mind. Your comments are a testament to the dedication of everyone in the home....  

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Review from Suzanne R (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Croft House provides a very warm, caring environment for our loved ones, who are all felt to be part of a big family. My mother was bought into Croft in August for respite following a bad fall. She has improved dramatically since being here and really benefitted from the loving care she has received from all members of staff. She has now decided to become a permanent resident as she is very happy here and we couldn't ask for more. From the carers, nursing staff, kitchen, entertainment and admin, reception & management staff everyone shines through. Mum is enjoying and participating in all the activities and recently joined the choir. It's so lovely to see how settled she is and improving both physically and mentally. Thank you Croft House for really making a difference to Mum's life and for welcoming both her and us into the Croft family.

The only thing that lets it down a little is the limited parking space but even this is managed well and nothing is too much trouble for anyone.

Reply from David Mclean, Customer Service Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We appreciate you sharing your experience with our home and your words remind us why we do what we do. We are delighted to hear that our team have made a difference to your family's experience. We take pride in creating a caring environment, and...  

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Review from Lesley S (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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My mother came to Croft House for end of life care after a traumatic 6 weeks in hospital. From then on a cloud lifted from us as family. She was made as comfortable as possible and her pain was managed as well as it was able. Nursing and caring staff were extremely attentive and supportive to us as a family member going through a traumatic event. Our mother was able to pass away in dignity and peace.

Reply from Natasha Burns-Leigh, Customer Service Advisor at Croft House Care Home

Your words remind us why we do what we do. We are glad to help you and your family through such a difficult time. Hearing that our care has made a difference to you and your family is truly rewarding. We are saddened to hear about your loss. Hopefully you will go away from this feeling like your loved one received the best possible care.

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Review from Stephen W (Respite Resident) published on 3 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Croft House is a small, warm care home. Staff are very focused & retained. Activities are to cover all, and outings are well run & supported. A good facility.

Reply from Natasha Burns-Leigh, Customer Service Advisor at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are proud to have such a compassionate team and we're glad this has shone though in your experience. Feedback like yours inspires us to continue to provide the very best care.

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Review from Brian E (Resident / Service User) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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I've been in the care of Croft House as recognition of my needs and have received all required attention.

Reply from Lisa Henderson, Customer Care Advisor at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease in our care. We hope to continue providing yourself with the best possible care.

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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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All staff are most diligent in caring for my mother. She feels reassured that her daily requirements are met in a timely and caring manner and more importantly, that she is listened to by all the staff she comes in contact with.
As a family we are all confident that Mum is well looked after and that she feels safe and secure and that her dignity is respected.

We feel that we can trust the staff to care for our Mum as if she was their own mother, it is a great comfort to us.

Reply from David Mclean, Customer Service Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is always nice to hear from family members feeling like their loved one is cared for and looked after and it is always nice to hear words like "diligent" and "timely and caring manner" being used to describe our care. We are very happy to hear you can feel at...  

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Review from Carl H (Son of Resident) published on 11 April 2025 Submitted via Website
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Having visited Croft House 2/3 times a week now for over two years, I feel well qualified to comment on the provision of both the physical & emotional support provided to my elderly Mother during this period. The staff at Croft House are exceptional people, everyone from the admin staff to those providing personal & medical care or logistical support are genuinely invested in their Residents. Croft House does not feel like a commercial enterprise, it is a caring & kind environment which makes Residents feel they're living in a family community. In my experience the staff go the extra mile to ensure everyone in their care feels valued & the wide range of age appropriate activities & experiences ensure that there is always something to look forward to. Occasional trips out are expertly arranged by the entertainments staff for those who wish to take part & every calendar event throughout the year is celebrated with great enthusiasm. I recommend this Care Home & all its staff unreservedly!

Reply from David Mclean, Customer Service Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your lovely review. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your mother in our care. It is always nice to hear words like "exceptional" and "caring and kind" being used to describe our care. We hope you all feel like a part of our Croft House...  

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Review from Glen M (Grandson of Resident) published on 9 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very clean, staff friendly.

Reply from Grace Langfield, Customer Service Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to make your loved one's stay as comfortable as possible.

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Review from Samantha J (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Fantastic home and staff, couldn't ask for better care for my nan. The carers are amazing, the nurses are always involved and explain things and one staff member in particular is worth his weight in gold! Nan is now safe and happy, eating well and comfortable, can't thank the staff enough.

Reply from Maria Ricketts, Customer Care Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is always nice to hear from family members feeling like their loved one is cared for and looked after. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make Nan's stay as comfortable as possible.

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Review from Helen P (Sister of Resident) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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This is a very good place. My brother is well care for. He is a lot different person than when he first arrived at Croft. The staff are so friendly and caring.

Reply from Lisa Henderson, Customer Care Advisor at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is always nice to hear words like "Friendly" and "Caring" being used to describe our Staff. It is always nice to hear from family members feeling like their loved one is cared for and looked after.

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Review from Simon G (Son of Resident) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad has settled in really well. Has been here just a week but likes his room, has been kept active is treated really well.

Food, the staff, other residents and activities are all great. I love to see him content. Hes a very special man and must be looked after.

Reply from Lisa Henderson, Customer Care Advisor at Croft House Care Home

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us your comments. We hope Croft House care home did everything possible to make the transition as easy as possible. It is great to hear that your Dad is being kept active and is content in our home. We hope to continue providing your Dad with the best possible care.

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Review from Susan C (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has been in Croft House since September 2024. It has given the family peace of mind that she is cared for in a lovely home. The staff are excellent and there are lots of activities for my mum to participate in. Food is good with lots of options to choose from. My mum is very happy in Croft House.

Reply from Lisa Henderson, Customer Care Advisor at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your Mum in our care at Croft House Care Home. It is always nice to hear from family members feeling like their loved one is cared for and looked after. It is great to hear that your Mum is very happy in our home.

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Review from Tracy J (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum has been at Croft House for almost 6 months. The staff and carers have be brilliant, helping mum adjust and settle in. Nothing is too much trouble. Nursing staff are caring and approachable, reassuring that mum is in such good hands. Its such a comfort knowing mum is in the right place, for all her needs. Huge thank you to all the staff.

Reply from Lisa Henderson, Customer Care Advisor at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. We are glad to help you and your family through such a difficult time. It is always nice to hear from family members feeling like their loved one is cared for and looked after. We hope to continue providing your Mum with the best possible care at Croft House Care Home.

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Review from Martin R (Son of Resident) published on 14 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Mother has been resident at Croft House for nearly 18 months, and has been treated with kindness, compassion, understanding and patience by all staff.

Thank you for your continuing support and friendly care.

Reply from Fran Donno, Customer Service Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear that your Mother has been treated with such kindness and compassion during her stay with us, so far, at Croft House Care Home. It is always wonderful to hear from family members feeling like their loved one is cared for and looked after. We hope to continue providing your loved one with the best possible care.

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Review from S M (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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Mum has been at Croft House Care Home for a couple of years, having found living independently nearly impossible. She hasn't always found the process of living in a care home easy and has at times railed against it, but she has always been treated with such kindness and compassion by the staff. I find it really telling that there has been little turn over in key staff and am hugely impressed in how they go out of their way to help mum, even coming in on days off to take her out or watch TV with her on a Saturday night. Whenever issues have occurred, managers has been very approachable and have worked quickly to resolve what issues they can.

Reply from David Mclean, Customer Service Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your kind words. It is always nice to hear words like "kindness" and "compassion" being used to describe our care, especially the amazing work that staff have been doing to help Mum feel more settled in the home. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your Mum's stay as comfortable as possible and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

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Review from Hayley F (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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Overall we are happy with the service.
There could be more communication one to one regarding the residents daily experience.

We are still struggling with the food issues and the lack of showering.

Reply from Maria Ricketts, Customer Care Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We hope Croft House care home did everything possible to make the transition as easy as possible. We have a genuine regard for all of our residents and our resident's health and well being is an absolute priority.

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Review from N B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 15 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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An absolutely outstanding care home with staff who always go the extra mile. Christmas is a prime example of entertainment, joy and love shown to all residents. Well managed, fabulous staff. Couldn't look for anywhere nice or more caring.

Reply from Maria Ricketts, Customer Care Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is always nice to hear words like joy and love being used to describe our care. We hope to continue providing your loved one with the best possible care.

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Review from A K (Son of Resident) published on 28 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Since somewhat reluctantly agreeing with family and our mother that a move to a care home was really the only practical course of action as living on her own was becoming more difficult, I can only say that from the initial settling in to now, the transition has been made extremely smooth and thanks to the excellent, attentive and above all compassionate nature of the staff our mother has settled in happily.

Reply from Fran Donno, Customer Service Adviser at Croft House Care Home

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us your comments. It is always wonderful to hear words like 'attentive' and 'compassionate' being used to describe our care and we are glad to help you and your family through such a difficult time. It is lovely to hear that your mother has settled in well and she is happy. We hope to continue providing your loved one with the best possible care.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 19 February 2026
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  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

1 Bed Vacancy

Posted: 09 August 2026

Croft House warmly welcome those with a range of nursing and residential care needs.

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Awards / Recognitions (8)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Bupa Care Homes
  • 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Bupa Care Homes
  • 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Bupa Care Homes

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Mel KemsleyJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2022

Welcome to Croft House Care Home. We’d be delighted to show you around.

We put our residents at the centre of everything we do and we're passionate about providing the best person-centred care with safety and the welfare of our residents being our top priority.

We have a superb team here and I’m confident that together, we can really make a difference to our resident’s lives and provide them with all the care and comfort in a home away from home environment.

Frequently Asked Questions about Croft House Care Home

What types of Care is Croft House Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Physical Disability, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Croft House Care Home have?

There are 34 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Croft House Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Croft House Care Home to the centre of Great Dunmow?

0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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