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Gittisham Hill House Care Home

Sidmouth Road, Honiton, Devon EX14 3TY
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I couldn't recommend this home more highly. Very professional as well as being very friendlyC M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Gittisham Hill House Care Home, Honiton
Gittisham Hill House Care Home, Honiton
Gittisham Hill House Care Home, Honiton

Gittisham Hill House is a charming converted manor house set within its own 12 acre parkland, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, providing personalised residential, nursing and dementia care to older people.

Situated within Gittisham Hill Park Retirement Village, close to the bustling market town of Honiton in Devon, the home and village form a thriving community within a beautiful setting.

The whole team at Gittisham Hill House take the...  

Care Provided by Gittisham Hill House Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 39 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Smoking not permitted
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Gardens

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,172From £1,289
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,278From £1,406
Nursing CareFrom £1,511N/A
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,615N/A

Contact Gittisham Hill 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

  • Rachael Rix(Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (37)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)

Gittisham Hill House Care Home Reviews (61)

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9.5

Gittisham Hill House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.529) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Gittisham Hill House Care Home has 61 reviews.

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Review from K G (Wife of Resident) published on 17 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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All staff kind & caring. Always kept me up to date with any developments

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Review from J G (Wife of Resident) published on 17 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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The care provided to my husband was exceptional. He was transferred from the hospital & from the moment he arrived he was treated with the best care possible. There was always someone there when needed + their kindness was exceptional.
Not only did they care for my husband who was very poorly but they looked after me as well, I will always be very grateful to them

Wonderful care, lovely staff, great chef, Thank you.

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Review from Simon C (Son of Resident) published on 6 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My father was in Gittisham Care Home for only three weeks. His health and mobility were not good when he arrived.
The staff and management had nothing but patience, kindness and empathy for Dad and his family.
They responded to daily queries and calls with utmost professionalism and understanding.
I can honestly say they did their absolute best for Dad in difficult circumstances and even though it was a sad experience, I know I could not have chosen a better place for Dad to spend his final days.
When Dad passed the staff were compassionate and respectful. When we attended the home to pick up Dads effects many members of staff took time to offer their condolences.
When we visited Dad we generally went straight to his room. However, we also observed the staff and their interaction with other residents. They were always energetic, caring and engaging.

I liaised frequently with the Managers and admin staff who were always available and incredibly helpful.

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Review from Lily C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 2 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Over a years stay at the above. Staff are exceptionally good. Good management skill is evident. Really treat her with good communication.

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Review from G T (Son of Resident) published on 11 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum is receiving excellent care at Gittisham Hill House. The staff popping in when walking by her room just to say hi. She has her hair done once a fortnight which cheers her up. She loves her weekly baths. The food always looks good and varied, she tells us how wonderful it is.

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Review from Lynn H (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad has been living in the home for several months and is settling in well. The staff are fantastic, very caring and responsive to his needs.

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Review from Marie F (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum has been with you now for about 4 months and throughout has been treated really well. She is blind and deaf but still has her marbles. Unfortunately not able to walk. I visit at least twice a week and find her relaxed & contented each time the staff are wonderful & so caring. Many go above & beyond. The food is marvellous & mum says she hasn't had a bad meal. She regrets not being able to eat more. Her medical needs are addressed really well. For her 100th birthday we had a lovely party in great surroundings. What more could we ask. I am so happy she was placed with you, I have peace of mind, I think she feels at home.

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Review from T A (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum was a resident at Gittisham for 22 months. The care, kindness & respectfulness of all the staff was exceptional. They all became her extended family and nothing was too much trouble. I was always made to feel very welcome & included in all decisions regarding her care. My heartfelt thanks go to everyone.

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Review from Sandra C (Niece of Resident) published on 2 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My relative strongly resisted moving into the care home and having to stay there. There was no other option as it was in her best interest and for her safety. Many of the carers 'won her over' and she soon realised she was in a safe place. She was always treated with care & dignity & despite some negative outbursts on my aunt's behalf, it never affected her treatment. Thank you.

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Review from M K (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 2 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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The care and kindness shown to my stepfather in his last few weeks was fantastic. He was safe, secure, well looked after and took pleasure is many things. The 24 hour access policy and communication with staff was very good and we felt happy knowing how good the staff were. We were always welcomed into the home and felt very at ease.

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Review from Maggie S (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum was admitted after a fall, to rest and recover for 6 weeks. From my first contact with Gittisham Hill House Care Home, they could not be more welcoming, helpful and kind. The care staff are wonderful and treat Mum with such care and gentleness. I would recommend anyone with care needs to stay here!

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Review from A W (Son of Resident) published on 31 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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I just wanted to leave a note to say that I am so pleased my mum is staying at Gittisham. I do not have extensive experience with care homes, though based on what experience I have this is a great one. My mum is more settled than she was previously, I can see the staff take care in ensuring no one is isolated, there is always something going on and there are always plenty of staff available. I never have an issue visiting my mum and it's such a relief knowing she is well cared for.

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Review from Janice D (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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Dad is very content at Gittisham. He loves the staff, and they love him. They are all, without exception, kind and caring, encouraging and supportive. There is a wide range of activities available, to which he is encouraged. Having recently purchased a minibus, trips out are also available. Alternatively, quiet time is available if desired, with one-to-one chats with members of staff.

The food is wonderful, with a choice, and plenty of it. Dad's room is very comfortable with lots of his own belongings and pictures on the wall. The resident's garden is being re-landscaped, which is where he loves to sit in warm weather. The residents are also encouraged to choose and look after plants.

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Review from Kate G (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum has been a resident at Gittisham Hill Care Home Honiton for 3 years. The care and love Mum receives is wonderful. I'm always made to feel welcome and I love to join in with the activities. I would like to thank all members of staff for the continuing love and support Mum receives. Yes, I would recommend Gittisham Hill House.

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Review from J B (Relative of Resident) published on 1 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My relation has been in Gittisham Hill House for six years and I am completely pleased with all aspects of her care. Her general health has improved enormously and she is treated with care and dignity. She is very happy.

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Review from David R (Brother of Resident) published on 1 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Personally I think my sister has settled down and is being well cared for. All the staff are very friendly and helpful to us and my sister.

Dementia is a horrible thing to have so we personally thank all the team at Gittisham Hill House Care Home in Honiton.

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Review from Anita W (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mum was a resident at Gittisham Hill House Care Home for nearly 12 months.
During that time Mum was treated with dignity and was very well looked after by the kind and caring staff. Whenever we visited Mum she appeared settled and content which was a huge comfort to my brother and me.

We shall always be grateful to the manager and staff for making Mum's last 12 months the very best that they could be. We will also never forget the kindness and compassion shown to us upon Mum's passing. It made a difficult time a little easier to bear.

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Review from E B (Wife of Resident) published on 25 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband has been well cared for. All the staff are friendly, caring and welcoming to visitors. The manager is very helpful and understanding of his needs and mine.

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Review from Julia S (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 16 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would like to thank the manager and her team at Gittisham Hills House for their support in looking after Dad. I always felt he was as happy as he could be, and I was always made to feel welcome when visiting, with plenty of updates on Dad.

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Review from B H (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Wonderful care of my mum as she died. Highly professional, very caring and gave huge comfort to my mum and us as a family. Lovely personable manner when attending to Mum's hygiene/moving her, was always clear and direct in any communication and always spoke directly to Mum on entering her room, which I really appreciated. Just a wonderful place - a massive thank you.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 26 February 2024
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  • Well-ledGood
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  • 19 Jan 2026

    HC-One’s Gittisham Hill House Care Home in Honiton, Devon, was filled with music, laughter and dancing as residents enjoyed another much-loved visit from singer Tom Wills, whose performances have become...

  • 18 Sep 2025

    HC-One’s Gittisham Hill House Care Home in Honiton, Devon, welcomed visitors and guests from their local community to participate in this year’s Care Home Open Week celebrations from Monday, June...

  • 24 Jun 2025

    Residents at HC-One’s Gittisham Hill House Care Home in Honiton, Devon, were all smiles as they welcomed back a very special visitor—Treacle the therapy dog—after a short time away. Treacle,...

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Awards / Recognitions (7)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: HC-One
  • 28 Feb 2023Recipient: HC-One
  • 28 Feb 2020Recipient: HC-One

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Meet the Team (1)

Rachael Rix
Rachael RixJob Title:Home Manager

Introducing Rachael Rix, Home Manager at Gittisham Hill House Care Home, Honiton.

What does ‘kind care’ mean to you?

“Ensuring that residents feel safe and comfortable under our care and are supported to live their best lives.”

Over their career, Rachael has gained a wealth of experience in providing care and nursing support to elderly people, to enrich their lives. They are a knowledgeable and dedicated leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards of care and quality of life for residents.

Having worked at HC-One since April 2017, Rachael closely shares HC-One’s vision in aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every resident. They extend this caring approach to their colleagues and work closely with them to deliver care and support to residents in a way that they gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home.

When asked what they enjoy most about their role, Rachael remarked:

“Having the privilege to get to know the wonderful characters of residents under our care, leading developments in the quality of service provided in our home and having the opportunity to support my team to learn and grow.”

Rachael lists her proudest achievement as progressing to the position of home manager at Gittisham Hill House. Asked why they chose to work in the care sector, they said:

“I chose to work in the care sector because it is a service that provides genuinely rewarding experiences in the day-to-day delivery of care. My HC-One name badge says 'Kindness feels amazing' because we achieve a positive sense of personal well-being and satisfaction by delivering kindness to others.”

Outside of work, Rachael likes getting into the great outdoors, and particularly enjoys hiking across Dartmoor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gittisham Hill House Care Home

What types of Care is Gittisham Hill House Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Gittisham Hill House Care Home have?

There are 37 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.

What are the Facilities & Services at Gittisham Hill House Care Home?

Smoking not permitted, Minibus or other transport, Gardens are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Gittisham Hill House Care Home to the centre of Honiton?

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

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