Dove Court

Seaton Down Hill, Seaton EX12 2JD
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Dove Court Care Home, Seaton, is part of a friendly care service that has benefited from significant investment and refurbishment, as well as a strong focus on quality training.

An experienced team knows the importance of providing a service that offers a personal touch, whether for short or long-term needs or convalescent care. Wheelchair users are able to feel at home at Dove Court, which has assisted bathrooms and specialist lifts.

The home has recently been rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (September 2019).
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 32 Service Users

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1262 – £1586
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1332 – £1656

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Dove Court 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

  • Amanda Tant-Miller (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2011

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (28)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (15)

Dove Court Reviews (87)

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Dove Court has a Review Score of 10 (9.951) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dove Court has 87 reviews.

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Review from Sally-Anne K (Great-Niece of Resident) published on 4 September 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dove Court is an outstanding care home. The facility itself is lovely with a number of the resident rooms providing amazing amenities - such as direct access to the garden and a personal patio area - but in truth, it is the staff that make this facility extraordinary. The staff genuinely treat the residents
like they are a member of their own family. Nothing is too much trouble. As you enter the home you will see a wall of plaques that recognise staff members with significant years of dedicated service. This says a lot about a place of employment. Aged care is notorious for the churn of staff as the work is hard and at times can be undervalued as it not considered the 'sexy, exciting' end of the spectrum of healthcare and yet here is Dove Court with numerous staff members having given five plus years.
The care team is collegiate and passionate about the care they provide. Nothing is ever too much trouble. The staff at Dove Court genuinely put the big 'C' into Care.
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Review from Anne S (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my mother moved into Dove Court we have been extremely happy with the excellent care provided. The staff are always willing to help; they are friendly, polite and genuinely care for my Mother (and us a family). My Mother appears to have settled very happily - she always looks very neat and cared
for and tells us that she likes the food. The move to Dove COurt has been a very positive experience for my Mother and the whole family.
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Review from Pamela D (Resident) published on 24 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I like my room and regular hair visits. Staff are kind.
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Review from M G (Resident) published on 19 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Happy to have been in your care home for care.
Loved every minute of my time.
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Review from Adrienne L (Resident) published on 18 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After being badly let down by another care provider in the area, I needed to find an alternative renew for temporary respite care for myself. I was drawn to Dove Court by their previous CQC rating of outstanding and by the many favourable and positive reviews on this website. I am so thankful I found
Dove Court as I had a most enjoyable stay there. I was very impressed with the consistently high standard of care. the warm and friendly atmosphere in the home, the varied and enjoyable activities and frequent outings in the minibus vehicle, that is adapted for wheelchair users. Overall, a wonder and a very therapeutic stay. I feel so refreshed.
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Review from Felicity S (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has only been at Dove Court a very short time but I have been very impressed by how quickly all the staff have developed a rapport with both my father and the family.
All the staff have been exemplary. Staff are amazing - one stayed an extra two hours to sort out a problem we had!
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are well equipped, spacious and very homely. Having a little patio garden makes it extra special.
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Review from Martin W (Friend of Resident) published on 8 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Clean, relaxed and freshly hatched chicks to hold, not only the resident's attention but mine also. It gave my friend a chance to talk to the other residents as I know he can be guarded at first.
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Review from Simon H (Resident) published on 30 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am enjoying the food and activities. Sitting outside and going out in the dove bug.
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Review from Donald H (Friend of Resident) published on 30 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always, when I come here I am very well welcomed. I find the staff very good. First thing they do is make me a cup of tea.
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Review from Caroline H (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During the period my father was a resident at Dove Court he was treated with great respect and provided with excellent care by the staff. The care home is in a lovely setting and always seems clean and welcoming. The resident's needs are always considered and there are lots of activities and excursions
provided. My father loved his time there. I would highly recommend it to anyone.
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Review from Jane S (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum moved Dove Court as she wasn't coping at home after my father passed away. We are so pleased to have found Dove Court. My mum is very happy and the staff are excellent; nothing is too much trouble for them. They take great care of her and the food is excellent. I'm currently living overseas and
I'm confident that my mum is in excellent hands. The conservatory is lovely and my mum enjoys sitting there and talking to friends or reading. The patio is lovely for sitting out in the summer and enjoying the flowers and wonderful view. Overall we couldn't be happier with Dove Court.
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Review from Catherine H (Friend of Resident) published on 25 September 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend is treated with respect, care and compassion. There any many little areas where residents can sit without feeling they have all being lumped in a corner together. There is a huge conservatory overlooking Seaton estuary and the sea, with a patio to sit outside in nice weather.
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visits, I have not once met a member of staff who isn’t friendly and polite with both me and the residents. They do a fantastic job and my friend who is a resident cannot praise them enough.
They have all taken the time to get to know her as a person and notice if she isn’t her usual self. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Dove Court to anyone who is looking for care for a friend or relative.
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Review from Jean L (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been cared for extremely well and kept very comfortable. Our family couldn't have found better care for her anywhere else.
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Review from Greg M (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 14 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Everyone is very friendly and most importantly, attentive to residents needs. Meals take into account the personal likes and dislikes and a glass of wine is always served at lunch. My mother, who rarely wants to go out on the Dove bus, spends a lot of time in her room, which she is very pleased with
and having her own TV is a godsend, as well as a well-tended patio garden. She also likes to wander around helping run the home and staff seem very happy to indulge her. All in all, after six months in and we are very confident she is being well cared for and if anything was amiss we would know straight away from staff or other residents. The only complaint we have is the hedge is so high it blocks the beautiful view for lower floor rooms.
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Review from Benjamin H (Resident) published on 31 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff always very friendly and always ready to help.
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Review from A J E (Father-in-law of Resident) published on 28 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father-in-law likes Dove Court very much. The room he has is very clean and it's nice and quiet. The staff are always smiling and very friendly. The food is excellent.
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Review from A S (Grandson of Resident) published on 23 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very pleased that my grandmother is being looked after so well.
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Review from Doreen T (Friend of Resident) published on 22 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always friendly and helpful. Everyone is good with my friend.
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Review from K P (Son of Resident) published on 19 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Dove Court is a caring residential home and my mother is well looked after which gives me peace of mind. When I do have concerns they are taken on board.
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Review from Nona T (Resident) published on 12 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.951)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.951) out of 10 for Dove Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 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 4.951 for Dove Court is calculated as follows: ( (195 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 204 Ratings = 4.951
  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 Dove Court is based on 17 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 32 registered maximum number of service users is 6.4, which has been reached with 17 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: 12 Sep 2019

Overall Outstanding

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

Bed Vacancies

1 Bed Vacancy

Posted: 04 Sep 2025

Please contact the home for more details

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Meet the Team (2)

Amanda

Amanda

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2017

My name is Amanda and I became the manager for Dove Court in April 2024.


I have worked for the company since 2017. I came on board as an assistant manager and progressed to a manager.


I have always worked in the care profession since I was 19 years old and I thoroughly enjoy it.

I enjoy ensuring the residents are empowered to make day-to-day decisions over their lives and believe safeguarding is of the utmost importance.


I’m glad that Doveleigh Care can make a difference in so many people’s lives – staff and residents included.

Nikii

Nikii

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2021

My name is Nikii and I am Dove Court’s Deputy Manager.


I started working in Domiciliary care in 2014 and progressed to a supervisor and eventually a Care Coordinator.


I wanted a change from working in the community so started working in a care home as a senior carer in 2021, during the COVID pandemic.


I have been at Dove Court since late 2021 and have just been promoted to deputy manager this April.
I love to make a difference in people’s lives and enjoy providing good support and guidance to staff members.

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