Inver House

Foreland Road, Bembridge PO35 5UB
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9.9 17 Reviews
  • Inver House, Bembridge
A thoughtfully converted Edwardian family house, Inver House is located in the small town of Bembridge on the Isle of Wight. Local amenities such as shops, banks, and the Post Office are only a short walk away. The seashore with its lifeboat station, maritime museum and the famous windmill are also close at hand.

There is also a dedicated 16-bed suite, Treetops, within Inver House which provides safety and security for residents who are living with dementia. The accommodation is of a high standard, and the design provides residents with stimulation and freedom to live as independent lives as possible within the security, comfort and familiarity of the home. Staff are trained in this specialised care.

The dedicated and trained team provides person-centred, high quality care, whilst prompting independence. Feel free to pop in for a cup of tea and to take a look around.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 51 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1300
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1300
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1300
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1300

Special offer - for limited time only.
Receive up to £250 off per week for your first 12 weeks when you move in as a permanent resident or Receive up to £250 off when you book a 2-week respite stay. T&C's apply. Subject to Availability.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Inver House to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Carole Montague (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2009

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (50)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (50)

Visiting

  • All visitors welcome 24 hours a day. Overnight visitors accommodation may be available subject to availability.

Parking

  • Plenty of on-site parking available

Inver House Reviews (17)

9.9

Inver House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.901) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Inver House has 17 reviews.

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Review from L C (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursing home, very clean and fantastically friendly carers, cannot fault them. They have all been so caring for my mum.
Reply from Lindsay Mahoney, Hospitality & Wellbeing Manager at Inver House

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are happy that your mum is being so well cared for and supported at Inver House and that you are made to feel welcome by the team. We will pass on these kind words to the team at Inver House.

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Review from Sam P (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum (who has early dementia) stayed at Inver House for a couple of months recently while my dad was recovering in hospital from a fall. All the staff were amazing they showed so much care towards my mum. It was a stressful time but I did not need to worry about how my mum was being looked after.
My mum loved joining in the activities and always got a huge welcome back after going to visit my dad. Inver house is also lovely and clean and will look even better soon with all the refurbishments. Thanks to the whole team.
Reply from Lindsay Mahoney, Hospitality & Wellbeing Manager at Inver House

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are so glad to hear that your mum enjoyed her stay at Inver House and had fun joining in with all the daily activities on offer. It is heartwarming to know, that as a family, you could rest assured that your mum was being well cared for and supported. Once again thank you for writing this review, we will pass on your kind words to the team at Inver House.

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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
First impressions are that Inver is like a luxury hotel! Very friendly, knowledgeable and supportive staff have welcomed me and offered my mum great care so far, despite her having challenging and complex needs. I can visit or call 24/7 and feel included in all aspects of deciding her care plan. Rooms
appear comfortable and well decorated and residents are encouraged to personalise their space. A large range of activities appear to be offered so whether an introvert or extrovert residents are encouraged to keep mentally stimulated and engaged. I have been kept well informed about mum's care and feel reassured that she is now in the best place to support her needs moving forward.
Reply from Lindsay Mahoney, Hospitality & Wellbeing Manager at Inver House

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. It is great to know that your mum is being well cared for an receiving support that is centered to her needs. We are also happy to hear that you are made to feel welcome any time you wish to visit your mum and that you are included in any decisions related to her care. Across Hartford Care we want our residents to fell as at home as possible and we feel that residents personalising their own space helps to achieve this. Once again, thank you for your kind words which will be passed on to the whole team at Inver House.

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Review from Faith S (Wife of Resident) published on 23 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mu husband has been staying at Inver House since October - he had a couple of weeks in hospital at the end of October. The staff have been wonderful and very welcoming. The care my husband receives is excellent.
Reply from Lindsay Mahoney, Hospitality & Wellbeing Manager at Inver House

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. It is wonderful to hear how welcoming the team are at Inver House and how happy your are with the care and support he receives. We will pass on your kind words to the team at Inver House.

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Review from Shaun R (Son of Resident) published on 12 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has been a resident at Inver House for over a year now and the home is fantastic. Dad could not be happier! The staff are great and he has a really nice relationship with them. The food must be good too because I need to buy larger clothes. As his son, I am so happy that dad is at Inver! I
know is very well looked after.
Reply from Nikki Clark, Hospitality & Wellbeing Lead at Inver House

We are so grateful you took the time to leave such a great review. It's so nice to read your father has settled into life at Inver House over the last 12 months. We love to hear when family members feel so happy and relaxed that their loved ones are enjoying all aspects of daily life with us. Our chefs are very passionate about making sure they are delivering nutritious and delicious food for our residents each day. The team at Inver feel like one big family and look and support our residents like family. We are very pleased to read your comments, I will be sure to pass them on to the rest of the team.

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Review from J K (Brother of Resident) published on 6 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly welcoming and obliging staff at every level. More like a hotel with entertainment, you did not dread visiting your relative in fact it has been a pleasure to see how well the care is at all levels. I would be more than happy to go there for respite/rehabilitation should the occasion arise.
Thank you Inver House.
Reply from Nikki Clark, Hospitality & Wellbeing Lead at Inver House

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, it's so heartwarming to hear your wonderful comments. Inver house has always been a fantastic community, providing person centred care to all our residents. Getting to know each residents likes and hobbies. The activities coordinators make sure they have a jam-packed planner so there are always events going on within the home. I will be sure to pass on your very kind comments to the rest of the team at Inver House.

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Review from E R (Resident) published on 27 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When I arrived here six months ago I found a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I am very comfortable happy and thankful to be so well looked after.
Reply from Lindsay Mahoney, Hospitality & Well-being Lead at Inver House

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. It is wonderful to hear how welcome you have been made to feel at Inver House and that you feel comfortable, happy and well cared for. We will pass on these kind words to the team at Inver House.

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Review from Maggie A (Friend of Resident) published on 26 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very nice, lovely, kind and friendly staff always feeling welcome to anything I need to talk about or sort things out for my friend who has become a resident and having good care. The food is very nice for the older person dieting. I have been offered drinks and food when I visited during lunchtime
to keep company to my friend. I think that is very nice for the family or friends who visiting the loved ones. I can see the staff working hard to improve their service. Thank you Inver house staff and management.
Reply from Nikki Clark, Hospitality & Wellbeing Lead at Inver House

Thank you for taking the time to write such a heartwarming review. We are very pleased to hear that your friend has settled in well at Inver House. The team are all so passionate about the care and activities they provide for the residents, making sure they meet all likes and hobbies. We have very experienced chefs who dedicate their time to making home-cooked enjoyable food. I will be sure to pass on your very kind comments to the whole of the team.

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Review from M T (Wife of Resident) published on 8 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After two abortive admissions to another care home. I, in desperation, managed to find Inver House to care for my husband. To my delight and gratitude met with high professional care and a wonderful caring staff who not only cared for my husband but also offered great support to me. The online review
is very favourable but to my mind, Inver House is by far the best establishment in the area. The staff and management have given me peace of mind knowing that my husband is in a warm protective and safe place. Thank you all so much.
Reply from Lindsay Mahoney, Hospitality & Well-being Lead at Inver House

Thank you for choosing Inver House to care for your husband. We are happy to hear that not only is your husband being well looked after by the staff at Inver House but that you are also feeling supported and listened to and that you have peace of mind that your husband is happy and cared for. Thank you for taking the time to write these lovely words which will be passed on to all the staff at Inver House.

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Review from A D (Friend of Resident) published on 17 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I always find my friend being well looked after by all the staff which can be a bit difficult at times as she has dementia. The House is always clean and tidy and the staff always offer me a cup of tea which is very kind of them (even though they are often quite busy) as I try to visit once a week
and sometimes my visits are quite short due to my friend's health at the time of the visit.
When I leave I have to ask a staff member to let me get into the lift and my friend always follows me to the lift to say goodbye. The staff are always willing to make sure I leave without my friend in tow!
I just hope that whatever my own personal future holds, that Inver House will be there for me.
Reply from Jenni Laffoley, Brand Marketing Manager at Inver House

Thank you so much for your lovely review. It is our absolute pleasure to care for your friend and we are so pleased you always feel welcome in our home. We look forward to welcoming you for many more visits with your friend and should you need any assistance with your own care in the future, we will always be here for you.

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Review from K O (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Under the current management, I find this an excellent and caring home. My mother has been a resident at Inver House for nearly four years and she suffers with a dementia type and can be challenging at times. I visit fairly regularly and find Mum always clean, tidy and dressed considerately. Her room
has most of her own furniture, pictures and furnishings, keeping it personal to her. Staff are very kind and some go out of their way to encourage her to socialise and join in the many activities that are well organised by an imaginative team. I am allowed to bring my friendly dog to visit. They work hard to celebrate festive events in the calendar as well as birthdays for all the residents. I feel Mum is is well cared for and safe with this team of excellent staff in this very well managed home. I have no hesitation in recommending Inver House to others.
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Review from S T (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother was extremely anxious arriving at Inver House for her two-week respite care. Staff were reassuring and welcoming, in particular, one lady who provided warmth and empathy throughout the stay. Her continued reassurance and encouragement when every on duty were very much appreciated. I raised
one issue affecting my mother's enjoyment, which was dealt with immediately and her satisfaction by the manager.
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Review from J N (Wife of Resident) published on 25 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My husband has been a resident of Inver House for two years. During this time, he has been cared for really well with respect and kindness, and he seems to always be happy, looked after by lovely staff and has good quality food and generous amounts. He suffers from dementia, and I feel all his needs
are met. Always looks very clean and well-groomed. Staff are very courteous, and I am always well informed of his care needs.
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Review from H A (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Inver House were extremely welcoming from the moment we arrived. The care is excellent, and my mum is so pleased to be a resident at Inver - nothing is too much trouble. She has a beautiful room and all the care she needs from a great team - I couldn't have wished for more for her.
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Review from Lis R (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 February 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was so well cared for at Inver House. The staff are amazing, and the home is small enough for them to get to know everyone.
My mother had dementia, but there were lots of activities to stimulate her and to bring joy to her life. The physical care was good as well, and I always felt Mum was
respected and kept safe.
I would thoroughly recommend this home to anyone else.
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Review from Gillian N (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From my perspective (as a former nursing home manager myself) my mother receives excellent care from very caring and dedicated staff. They respond quickly and sensitively to her changing care needs, all at times with dignity and good humour. Mum feels very happy and secure in Inver House. I feel fortunate
to have found such a wonderful place for her.
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Review from Jan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding care of my mother. Kind, friendly and helpful staff - always made to feel welcome. Would recommend to friends and family without a second thought.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.901)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.901) out of 10 for Inver House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.901 for Inver House is calculated as follows: ( (118 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 131 Ratings = 4.901
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Inver House is based on 11 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 51 registered maximum number of service users is 10.2, which has been reached with 11 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 1 May 2025

Overall Requires improvement

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 26 Aug 2025

Vacancies available, for more information please contact Inver House.

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Meet the Team (2)

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Carole Montague

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2025

Hello, I’m Carole, the manager of Inver House. I have worked in the care sector for 34 years. I have a genuine passion for caring for people, and have worked with people living with Dementia for a great deal of this time. I’m dedicated to ensuring our residents feel safe, cared for, and truly at home. Our team members are at the heart of our home and are extremely valued for the excellent care they provide to our residents.


At Inver House, we take pride in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a family member, a visitor, or just curious about what we do, I’d love for you to pop in for a coffee and a chat. We’re here to answer your questions, share what makes our home special, and show you the little things that make a big difference in our care. Looking forward to seeing you!

Richard

Richard Harris

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2023

Welcome to Inver House, a place we like to call home! Where comfort, warmth and happiness for our residents, their families and our team members are our priority.


We hope to see you soon at Inver House.

Frequently Asked Questions about Inver House

What types of Care is Inver House registered for?

Older Person Care & Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Inver House have?

There are 50 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Inver House?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Inver House to the centre of Bembridge?

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

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