
I would strongly recommend St Nectans Residential Care Home to anyone who was looking for respiteA C(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The atmosphere in the whole home was just great.Jenna T(Relative of Resident/Service User)

lovely new carpet, new comfortable armchairs, high quality wall decorationsA K(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

I would strongly recommend St Nectans Residential Care Home to anyone who was looking for respiteA C(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The atmosphere in the whole home was just great.Jenna T(Relative of Resident/Service User)

lovely new carpet, new comfortable armchairs, high quality wall decorationsA K(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

Nestled in the charming seaside town of Bexhill-on-Sea, St Nectan's Residential Care Home offers a haven of comfort and care with the gentle sea breeze as a constant companion. As a friendly 35-bed care home, the team at the home provides a variety of options to suit your needs, including respite, short-term, and long-term residential care.
At St Nectan's, you'll find:
- A comforting and familiar atmosphere: Imagine a place that feels...
Care Provided by St Nectan's Residential Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 35 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
We understand that everyone’s needs are unique, and that’s why we tailor our fees to match the individual care requirements of each resident. To ensure you receive the best possible value, we invite you to reach out to us for a personalised discussion about our services. Additionally, don’t miss out on our special seasonal discounts! Simply give us a call, and we’ll be delighted to share all the available options with you.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact St Nectan's Residential Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact St Nectan's Residential 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)
Good to Know
Owner
- Vila One Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Toni-Jayne Paine (Registered Care Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1978
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 4
Room Information
- Single Rooms (33)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (33)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- Any time. Open 24 hours a day 365 days per year
Parking
- Car park at the rear of the building.
St Nectan's Residential Care Home Reviews (18)
St Nectan's Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.364) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Nectan's Residential Care Home has 18 reviews.
The staff are consistently friendly, patient, and warm. It's clear they know her well and truly care about her wellbeing. The location has also been incredibly convenient for me, which means I can visit easily and stay involved without any stress.
Most importantly, I no longer worry about my mum. I know she is safe, comfortable, and treated with dignity every single day.
I'd also like to mention Toni, the Manager, who has been exceptional. She is always approachable, helpful, and easy to contact whenever I need to discuss anything about Mum's care or any changes in her
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are truly grateful that you took the time to share your experience.
It means a great deal to us to hear how positively your mum has settled at St Nectans and how the support she receives has made such a meaningful difference to both her life and...
All the team have helped my father to settle in a way I didn't think possible at the beginning of his stay. However, he now calls St Nectans his home and the team his second family. He joins in and talks to everyone more than I have seen him socialise and communicate with others in years.
Toni the manager and the whole team of staff have just made our families life so much calmer and easier and I can't thank them enough. It's clean, modern, light and not large or overcrowded. A home from home with all the care and facilities you could want for a family member you care about. None of us want to see any of our family go into a home but St Nectans is somewhere I would 100% recommend. Thank you
Reading this review has truly touched all of our hearts. Knowing that your father now considers St Nectans his "home" and our team his "second family" is the ultimate compliment and exactly why we do what we do.
It has been a privilege watching him transition from respite to a permanent...
My Mum had a short respite stay in a very large bedroom at St Nectan's in November 2025 while I had a carers break. I have visited numerous residential care homes in 4 East Sussex towns over the last 7 years and I highly recommend St Nectan's. All the staff I encountered were nice and the Manager was excellent. She was welcoming, kind, caring, understanding, knowledgeable, efficient, adaptable and nothing was too much trouble - even when things didn't go to plan! The home itself although an old building was modern inside, secure and very warm. Thanks very much to the Manager and her team for looking after my Mum.
We're delighted to hear that your mum felt comfortable during her respite stay and that you were able to take your carers break with peace of mind. Your kind words...
From the time that Mum arrived at St Nectans, the staff have been nothing but extremely helpful and understanding to Mums needs. From the odd job handyman, to the manager Toni and everyone in-between, all the staff are so polite and nothing presents a problem, they are always looking for ways to improve and enhance the service given.
Mum is as happy now as we have seen her in recent years, she loves the food and the staff who are all now "her friends", and many of whom she is on first name terms with.
The peace of mind this gives myself, and my family, is priceless.
Dear Mr PR, thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful message. It truly means a great deal to all of us here at St Nectans.We're so pleased to hear that mum is happy and feels at home with us-that's exactly what we strive for. Knowing that she enjoys the food, has made friends among the staff,...
My Mum has been living at St Nectans since October 2024 and I am genuinely so impressed, relieved and reassured by the care and dedication of everyone there for how well they look after my Mum. I was worried and reluctant for my Mum to go into a care home, however since being at St Nectans she eats well, looks well, participates as much as she would like in activities and social time and isn't pressured if she chooses not to. Her natural and pre-dementia personality type is acknowledged and respected. I'm fully informed of medical appointments and updates. Good food, activities, professional & knowledgeable staff who do really care for all residents. I personally wanted to avoid a large carehome. Spacious room, homely feel as opposed to a mini-hospital, always clean and hygienic. I'd recommend St Nectans even if you have concerns about care homes as my Mum has improved even with advancing dementia here and I'm so pleased to have them looking after my Mum who means the world to me.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your incredibly kind words. It truly means the world to us to hear how much St Nectans has made a positive difference for your mum and your family.Caring for our residents with compassion, respect, and dedication is at the heart of everything we do, and...
She has settled in well and has been made to feel safe and cared for by the team, her care has been discussed and a care plan put in place.
Both physical and medical needs are attended to, and Mum felt at home quickly and is enjoying getting to know the staff and making friends.
The food options are balanced, varied and tasty.
St Nectan's is such a well-run and caring home. Staff are always very friendly, kind and professional. Management takes an active part in the care of the residents and goes above and beyond to ensure that they meet the needs of the residents.
The home made the transition effortless for all of us. Mum has her dignity as well as being able to maintain elements of independence whilst also feeling comfortable. We have also seen an improvement in Mum's mental health.
Knowing Mum is safe and being well cared for means so much. We recommend this happy place and the family feel within.
Dear Dawn, thank you so much for sharing your positive experience at St Nectan's. Your kind words inspire and motivate our staff to continue providing excellent service. We greatly appreciate your feedback and welcome any suggestions for improvement. Best regards, from all the team at St Nectan's.
St Nectan's took my mother in at short notice following a failed hospital release and remained there for 3 years until her recent death. The location was perfect as it is located in the town that she had lived in for many years and suffering from early onset dementia that familiarity helped her accept the move from her flat. There was no reason to move her anywhere else the level of care from the dedicated staff was first class even when the challenges with her dementia made her more difficult to look after. My mother spent a lot of time in the warm and comfortable communal lounge where there was plenty on offer to entertain and keep her engaged. Her room was large, modern and well-equipped. Unfortunately, my mother died at the home and the staff couldn't have been more caring or supportive and for that, I will be eternally grateful. I got to know the staff well over the 3 years as a frequent visitor and was always made very welcome nothing was ever too much trouble.
She liked St. Nectans, she could bring her favourite chair from home which was great. They gave her a beautiful room with a fantastic sea view and a large en-suite. The staff there are so friendly, she really liked the manager and often had chats with her.
All the staff were very helpful, she was often chatting to them and telling me how nice they were.
I’d recommend St. Nectans if you are looking for a very friendly welcoming care home, with lovely staff.
The home is kept at a very high standard of cleanliness and all staff are lovely and polite, couldn’t think of a better home for my grandma to live.
I found St Nectan's Residential Care Home in Bexhill very bright, clean, with very friendly staff. Situated by the sea makes it even better with my relative’s sea-facing en suite. I have visited my relative who seems very happy and settled. Thank you everyone at St Nectan's.
We could not have picked a better environment for my aunt than anywhere except St Nectans. Staff are very welcoming, treat everyone with utmost dignity and care. They really made us feel special when we visit. There is personal touch. It's a beautiful place with peaceful surroundings and lots of spaces, nice bright quiet rooms for family visits. Many thanks to everyone at St Nectans.
The bedroom is lovely and the en-suite bathroom is perfect.
I highly recommend St Nectan's.
I can not praise St Nectan's Residential Care Home enough through my words here that they are doing for my friend looking after her so well in that time of her life when she surely needs good care. Staff is good. Management is amazing. I have to say thank you to you all for doing a wonderful job here.
I could not cope with her personal care e.g. poo and vomit and pressure on myself, so was recommended to this home which is very good.
The owner was extremely kind and helpful and said she would help sort out the future funding if needed more weeks.
The room she has been given is large and spotlessly clean, with a large TV and her own bathroom. The lounge and dining areas are also well-kept. The staff are welcoming and friendly. The food seems fine. She has no complaints, nor have I.
5 out of 5 for customer service and the trouble the lovely lady owner went to, who was also ill herself the day I called 25 th January 2024. Thank you for helping me through this very stressful time
With blessing.
Dear Patricia, thank you for your trust in us and for leaving this helpful feedback.
St Nectan's is a five-star care home. At each visit I felt that everyone from care manager, care team, catering team and activities coordinator were working together tirelessly to make the residents feel safe, secure, cared for and to the highest standard. They were all taking the time to fully understand my granddad's personal needs. Their focus was on maintaining his dignity, supporting his physical and mental health. I noticed there was always compassion and a smile on their faces. The communal areas were clean and hygienic. During the two and a half years my granddad resided he benefited from lovely new carpet, new comfortable armchairs, high quality wall decorations. He had lovely times in the garden and even occasional walks by the nearby seaside. Could not be happier with St Nectan's. Especially how they managed during challenging times in COVID.
We looked at many homes in Bexhill-on-Sea for our friend/neighbour when she was left alone after her husband's demise but St Nectans Residential home was exceptional right from the start. All the staff are amazing, kind and so helpful in every way possible. Residents' health and well-being are monitored day and night without fail. Daily activities are so well organised and a lot of fun and my friend has enjoyed that very much. In the 12 weeks that she has been in her new forever home she has gained weight (after losing weight due to bereavement and illness). The meals are absolutely wonderful and so well presented and very nutritious. We are always welcome every time we visit, whatever time of day that is. Meals are a very important part of life whatever age but this home surpasses all expectations. A very bright and exceptionally clean home with beautiful sea views and massive rooms with en-suites. St Nectans turns out to be the best choice we all made
The staff at St Nectans have always taken the utmost care of my aunty. My aunt has been a resident for nearly two years and has received nothing but great kindness from the staff. The manager and all the staff have ensured that my aunt is well looked after. As I live up in the North of England, it could have been difficult to visit very often but they have done all they can to ensure that I am included in all dealings with my aunt and am well informed of anything I need to know. I visited St Nectans 3 times so far and recently visited in August 2023 and each time confirmed the opinion I already had - this is a great care home with brilliant staff who do all they can to ensure their residents are well-cared for with an excellent location of a minute's walk from Bexhill station, works for me! Many thanks to everyone at St Nectans Bexhill.
The care my relative received was excellent, he always looked very clean and well presented, the food looked lovely. The management team were very approachable and friendly.
The atmosphere in the whole home was just great.
I would strongly recommend St Nectans Residential Care Home to anyone who was looking for respite or to place an elderly relative there long term.
Thank you very much for your kind review. It was a pleasure to look after your relative, he enjoyed interacting with our staff and other residents and was very happy to be able to attend the pantomime in Hastings with our activities leader. If he would like to return to us at any time, just give us a call and we will be more than happy to come and re-assess him.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 10 April 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 22 Feb 2026
We are absolutely delighted to share some wonderful news from St Nectans Residential Care Home in Bexhill?on?Sea. ?? Our Care Manager, Ms. Ton?Jayne (Toni), has officially been registered by the...
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: St Nectan's Residential Care Home
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Meet the Team (6)

For me, care is both a commitment and a privilege that calls for empathy, compassion, and patience in equal measure. Care is about making a positive difference, whether through a reassuring smile, comforting words in moments of sadness, empowering residents to make choices, or simply recognising and honouring each person for who they are.
Often, it is the smallest gestures that hold the greatest meaning, such as listening to a story as though it is being told for the first time, showing an interest in someone’s past, offering reassurance and support in difficult moments, encouraging confidence and independence, or creating opportunities for meaningful activity that brightens someone’s day. These everyday acts of kindness and compassion are at the heart of everything I do, and I feel privileged to be entrusted with such an important role. My aim is to always ensure that residents feel happy, respected, and truly at home.
In recognising the weight of the decision that families face when choosing a home for a loved one, including the enormity of the responsibility, I hope to provide families with reassurance and peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are safe, treated with dignity and supported to live life to the fullest.

Care is more than just a job for me; it’s a true calling. I am deeply committed to making a real difference in people’s lives by creating a safe, welcoming environment where they truly feel at home. This calling gives meaning and purpose to my work every single day. I am naturally drawn to this career because it allows me to serve others with genuine kindness and understanding. Helping people in this way brings fulfilment, knowing I provide support, comfort, and compassion to those who need it most. Care is not simply work—it’s a way to make a positive impact.

Suki aims to deliver the best possible, high-quality care & support for our residents, to make a real difference every day in their lives.
We have a fabulous team of CareGivers who are dedicated to ensuring that our residents can live safely and happily in our home, with the dignity and respect that they deserve. We offer a premium service through a combination of recruiting, rewarding and retaining great staff, providing comprehensive training, and being sure to match our CareGivers to residents' interests and personalities.
Our CareGivers will be personally introduced to you, and you will be assigned 2 key CareGivers. You, your family and your friends can relax knowing that you are in safe hands.
If you, or a loved one, requires residential care or needs respite or companionship or any care or support, please get in touch with our friendly team. We’re here to help and would love to hear from you.

Doreen has a passion for providing our residents with very nice healthy & nutritious meals. As well as individual choices Doreen is experienced in delivering diets which are unique to a particular culture, race or religion, this includes Halal, Kosher, Vegetarian, Vegan, Lactose intolerance & meals for those with dysphagia. Doreen is a much-loved member of the St Nectans team who also fills the kitchen with her large, jolly personality.

Anneliese loves getting to know our new residents, finding out what they like to eat and incorporating that into her menus.
In her spare time, Anneliese is a creative person and he enjoys photography, dancing, singing and painting.

Summer is as lovely as a nice summer breeze for our residents in St Nectans. Summer's delighted to have been recently appointed for this important role, in delivering a varied, stimulating and educational programme for our residents. Summer likes to think outside the box and ongoing feedback from our residents enables her talent to deliver, along with our dedicated team of amazing volunteers. Summer brings to the role her experience of managing teams, Interior Design, Floristry, Art, and Teaching new things - be it arts and crafts painting or quizzes!!! and she even played table games with the residents! Summer gets inspired by talking to our residents and finding out what they enjoy and what makes them smile, whether that's an entertainer, Tai Chi, Music Therapy, Camera or Theatre Club or 1-to-1 person-centred activities. 110% is put into everything we do here.
Frequently Asked Questions about St Nectan's Residential Care Home
What types of Care is St Nectan's Residential Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does St Nectan's Residential Care Home have?
There are 33 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at St Nectan's Residential Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, 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 St Nectan's Residential Care Home to the centre of Bexhill-on-Sea?
0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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