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The Firs Residential Home

33 West Hill, Budleigh Salterton, Devon EX9 6AE
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The Firs is a fantastic care home. Always a warm welcome from the staff and they are always nearbyPeter B(Son of Resident/Service User)
The Firs Residential Home, Budleigh Salterton
We hit the jackpot with The Firs and I can't thank the manager and staff enoughJulie R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
The Firs Residential Home, Budleigh Salterton
The Firs Residential Home, Budleigh Salterton

Set in a peaceful location with leafy gardens and light-filled spaces, The Firs offers more than just a place to live – it’s a place to feel at ease. Residents can relax in the comfortable lounge, share time with others in the dining areas, or enjoy a quiet drink in the bar. With the scent of sea air drifting through the garden, the calm, unhurried rhythm of life here provides... 

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Care Provided by The Firs Residential Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 38 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)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,400From £1,400
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,400From £1,400

Contact The Firs Residential 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)

Tours

Onsite Tours of The Firs Residential HomeUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun(between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)We do ask that visits are booked in advance, so we are able to plan accordingly. Visitors will need to take rapid flow tests on arrival and will need to wear a mask. Please do speak to your home manager about any queries or concerns you have about moving in with us or visiting us. Thank you.
Remote Tours of The Firs Residential HomeUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri(between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)Guided by one of our friendly and experienced members of staff, we’ll show you around our facilities so that you can gain a feel for the space, including seeing private spaces such as the bedrooms and bathrooms, and also communal areas such as our tea rooms, TV lounges and gardens. Please contact us and pre-book one-on-one tours by video call (using software such as MS Teams, Zoom and Facebook Messenger) where you’ll have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Emma Breslan (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2023
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (38)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (38)

Visiting

  • No restriction on visiting times

Parking

  • Private parking on site available

The Firs Residential Home Reviews (101)

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9.9

The Firs Residential Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.869) out of 10, based on 37 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Firs Residential Home has 101 reviews.

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Review from Rose F (Resident / Service User) published on 23 June 2016 Date of experience: June 2016•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 20 December 2022
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  • Well-ledGood
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Bed Vacancies

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News (32) & Events (0)

News
  • 20 Oct 2026

    Residents and staff from The Firs Residential Home in Budleigh Salterton have put their best feet forward to raise vital funds for Alzheimer’s Society. The aptly named ‘Firs Angels’ took...

  • 25 Aug 2026

    Residents at The Firs Residential Home in Budleigh Salterton were treated to a morning of music, memories and plenty of rock ’n’ roll as they celebrated National Elvis Week. The...

  • 13 Aug 2026

    Residents at The Firs Residential Home in Budleigh Salterton were treated to a morning of music, memories and plenty of rock ’n’ roll as they celebrated National Elvis Week. The...

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Emma Breslan
Emma BreslanJob Title Registered ManagerJoined 2026

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