
The Old Charlton has a most relaxed and homely atmosphere.M P(Cousin of Resident/Service User)

calm, patient and respectful. I have nothing but praise for the whole team - from management down.J R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Extremely friendly, welcoming home with a strong focus on dignity, nurturing friendshipsMatthew S(Son of Resident/Service User)

The Old Charlton has a most relaxed and homely atmosphere.M P(Cousin of Resident/Service User)

calm, patient and respectful. I have nothing but praise for the whole team - from management down.J R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Extremely friendly, welcoming home with a strong focus on dignity, nurturing friendshipsMatthew S(Son of Resident/Service User)

Old Charlton House residential home located in Cowes provides high-quality residential care to older people, on the Isle of Wight.
The characterful period style house has been specially adapted to meet the care needs of residents. Staff are on hand 24 hours a day to provide individualised personal and social care when and where needed.
The director and staff recognise the right of the individual to be treated with respect and dignity,...
Care Provided by Old Charlton House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 32 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Excluded from fee costs are hairdressing, dentist, opticians, toiletries, personal shopping.
Minimum 2 weeks respite.
These prices are based on single occupancy only.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Old Charlton House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Old Charlton House 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)
Good to Know
Owner
- Kensington Health Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Clare Williams (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 40+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (24)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcomed every day and at all times as long as it suits the resident.
Parking
- There is an onsite car park, if it is full there is a road next to it that always has space.
Old Charlton House Reviews (42)
Old Charlton House has a Review Score of 10 (9.957) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Old Charlton House has 42 reviews.
The staff go above and beyond the expected level of care and nothing is too much trouble whatsoever. The quality of food offered is exceptional and the entertainment offered is extremely fulfilling and varied.
The family-feel and atmosphere within the home is so welcoming. We, as visitors, feel part of a big family and that enables us to relax knowing that Jan is being so well cared for.
Thank you Julie, that is such a wonderful review and we appreciate every word. The team works very hard at ensuring that every resident receives the best care and experience possible, and a review like this warms our hearts.
I can't thank old Charlton house enough for their care, commitment and communication regarding my mums care there . They combine a highly professional service, but also manage to be loving and fun as well. All the staff are excellent from the management to the carers to the superb activity organiser. They are always without fail so friendly and caring. . My mum loves it there and is very happy. I'm so grateful we chose old Charlton House out of the many that we visited . It's a pleasure to visit my mum there and see her happy and have a cup of tea and a chat with her carers. A wonderful place.
Thank you so much for those lovely words, it means so much to the team that they are appreciated. Your mum is a wonderful character and we all love her.
Visitors are free to come and go as wish with no time restrictions.
Old Charlton House is welcoming, very well maintained and has a homely feel.
I feel very comfortable with the choice of residential home we have given mother, knowing that she is being well looked after and it gives us time to spend cherished moments with her in a safe, caring environment. A big thank you to all.
Thank you so much for the lovely review. It's wonderful to know that the efforts our staff put in to make Old Charlton a warm and welcoming place and give the best possible care to our residents is so appreciated. We love having your mother here and spending time with her.
The Home is always warm, clean and jolly. The food is very good and plentiful.
The daily activities are great fun, whether inside the Home or outside.
I have no hesitation in recommending Old Charlton House to anyone who asks me.
Thank you so much for those wonderful words, it warms our hearts to know we are so appreciated.
The managers and care staff at Old Charlton House are very professional. They are kind and attentive to my mother and initiate medical assessments when concerns arise. They are quick to communicate any changes in mums needs and supportive to our family at all times. We are very grateful to them all.
Thank you Sarah, it is lovely to hear those very kind words. We enjoy having your mum here with us.
Nearly a year has passed since our arrival, in that time the staff have been very helpful and have looked after my husband wtih great care and exteme kindness. Whilst being here he has become immobile but even so he has been included in all activities and outings wherever possible. The staff have welcomed me on my visits. You will notice all my ratings are Excellent, I am unable to mark anything as anything else.
Thank you so much for those lovely words. The staff always strive to do their absolute best for residents. We love both you and Harry and are glad you are a part of our family.
She has a lovely large room with lots of her own furniture and belongings. She spends a lot of time in the lovely lounge where Debbie keeps all the residents amused with her various activities. She also takes them out for drives along the sea front, trips on a boat and visits to local cafes!
The other staff are so friendly and caring. They all address me by name and all show a real respect and love for the residents!
I would fully recommend this place to anyone who no longer feels able to look after themselves
Thank you Anne, it is so lovely to hear those wonderful words. Doesn't time fly - it doesn't seem as though 5 years have passed! Thank you for being part of our family.
When we visit, she refers to OCH as her posh hotel. The variety of food options mum is being offered is superb and not only does she tell us she is enjoying all that she eats, she has finally put a few pounds on!
Without exception, the entire team at OCH are outstanding, caring and absolutely nothing is too much trouble. We are so pleased that our mum is with you.
We are thrilled that you and your mum are happy here. Those kind words mean so much to our staff, so thank you
I highly commend Old Charton House. The Home is beautiful and always very well presented. The staff are always friendly and attentive to any questions I may have and also to the care they give to my mother. My mother is very happy and settled and has never wanted to leave since first entering. She loved her interaction with the residents, when she was more able, but really enjoys the interaction with all the members of staff. They treat her with great dignity and always make her laugh, and laugh at her sense of humour.
Thank you so much for those kind words, it always means so much to us to hear that residents and their families are happy. We love having your mum here and it's good that she likes being here.
I have nothing but praise for everyone who works in Old Charlton House, every aspect of care is exemplary. My Mother is extremely happy there which gives me peace of mind as well. A big shout out to Debbie who has the job of making sure the residents are entertained in a way that provides exercise for body & mind and always gives 110%
Thank you, those words are heartwarming to hear, the staff work very hard to make sure every resident has a full and interesting life. We love having your mum here.
Lastly, to see my mum so happy and content is so amazing to see. Her dementia got so bad that she stopped doing so many things for such a long time. Now her life has got so much better thanks to everything Old Charlton has done for her. The staff are so committed to their job. Caring, loving, hardworking, patient and understanding to each of the residents' needs.
I am so proud my mum is doing so well with the team.
This home is exceptional.
Thank You. Karen S.
Thank you Karen. These lovely words have brought tears to our eyes. It's our pleasure to look after your mum and we are thrilled that you are so happy with all that we offer.
Right from the first phone call with the manager I knew this would be the right place for mum.
Everyone involved in the home are so loving and kind.
They all have time for every resident.
Mums room is lovely and spacious, light and airy.
The food is amazing. So much choice and mum gets to choose everyday what she wants to eat.
Another thing which is amazing is that the home owns a car with a wheelchair ramp.
Family are allowed to borrow the car to take their loved ones out. I have used the car a few times and am so happy to be able to go out with mum now that she is in her wheelchair.
Thank you for that lovely review, we love having your mum with us, she is a very special lady. I shall pass your compliments on to the rest of the team.
The staff and management are very caring, friendly and professional people.
The home is run and maintained to a high standard, kept warm, with good food, drink and entertainment for the residents.
Regular communications with the family and readiness to accommodate wider health assistance where required.
All in all, a thoroughly recommended care home on the Isle of Wight.
Thank you for that lovely review, the team really appreciate your comments.
I have found all the staff to be very helpful and caring even with a difficult resident. The home is warm and welcoming They have plenty of activites to interest the residents including summer and winter parties and they make a special effort for birthdays. All the residents I have spoken to see happy there.
Thank you for those kind words, the team really appreciates them.
The lovely activities lady organises plenty of varied activities, outings and entertainment, all of which are throughly enjoyed. It is a pleasure to be there joining in. Any art work produced by the residents is proudly displayed in the home. A monthly newsletter informs us of the latest news on events that have taken place or are planned for the future.
Old Charlton House has lovely solent views with a pretty garden to sit in on sunny days.
Well done Old Charlton House and thank you for looking after my Mum.
Thank you for those really lovely words, it means a lot to the team to know they are appreciated. Your mum is a great character and we all love spending time with her.
We were lucky enough to be able to place our mum in Old Charlton House over a year ago. We are really impressed with the level of care and the professionalism and friendliness of all the staff. Communication is always very good and we feel welcome whenever we visit. Regular activities are provided by the excellent activities co-ordinator and the home has a very warm and sociable atmosphere. Mum is safe and content at Old Charlton House and we feel very lucky to know that she is loved and well cared for there. Thank you to all the staff for their kindness and dedication.
We were lucky enough to be able to offer your mum a place. She is a lovely, warm and witty lady whom we all adore. Thank you for your kind words, they mean a lot to the team.
It is such a relief to my brothers and I to know that our mother is being so well cared for at Old Charlton House, especially as we all live on the Mainland. The bonus for Mum is that OCH is located only about 200 yards from where she lived and all of her friends are still local. The home is clean, warm and comfortable and all of the staff take a genuine interest in the wellbeing of the residents. The activities programme is fun, varied and always measured to the residents' abilities. Our thanks go to all the dedicated, hard-working staff.
Thank you, your mum is a delight to look after, we appreciate your lovely comments.
Old Charlton provides an environment that is both caring and professional. My mother feels safe, well cared for and happy there. I have always found the staff to be exceptionally professional and welcoming. They are always available and responsive to any questions I may have about my mother's care. Their outstanding dedication ensures peace of mind.
Thank you for those lovely comments, we really appreciate them, and we enjoy having your mum here.
My dad has been at the Old Charlton House for 2 years now. I am extremely impressed with all the staff, the care and love they provide is amazing. The food is first class. The care he receives is first class.
Thank you for the lovely review, your dad is very special to us all.
There is an extremely good package of activities provided on a daily basis, which residents are able to take part in should they wish. This includes board games, visiting musicians, talks on a range of subjects and trips out.
Old Charlton has a nice welcome feel to it, and I wouldn't want Mum to be anywhere else.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 May 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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News (71) & Events (6)
- 01 Sep 2026
We celebrated National Dog Day with plenty of canine visitors, kindly brought in by generous owners who have given up their time to visit us and allow residents to interact...
- 01 Sep 2026
For World Photography Day, residents donned a variety of headwear and took a selfie! For some, this was the first time they had heard of a selfie and many had...
- 01 Sep 2026
We had an absolutely amazing Summer Party. So many of our residents families dressed for the occasion too, well done to Joanie’s family and Molly’s family, who both won the...
- 07 Sep 2026Organiser: Old Charlton House
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Charlton House
What types of Care is Old Charlton House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Old Charlton House have?
There are 24 Single Rooms and 4 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Old Charlton House?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Old Charlton House to the centre of Cowes?
0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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