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Barlochan House Care Home

Palnackie, Castle Douglas, Dumfries & Galloway DG7 1PF
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Good accommodation, good food, good entertainment, good medical care, good garden and scenery.Kenneth S(Son of Resident/Service User)
Barlochan House Care Home, Castle Douglas
The five stars I have given are easily and well-earned.Jane F(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Barlochan House Care Home, Castle Douglas
My husband and I can’t praise this home enough!Morag H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Barlochan House Care Home, Castle Douglas

Set in the beautiful Scottish countryside, Barlochan House Care Home offers residential care for up to 50 residents.

The home is equipped with a dedicated dementia care unit, meaning that residents living with dementia receive specialist care which focuses on helping them live each day as happily as possible, whilst giving loved ones the peace of mind that they are safe and comfortable.

As well as dementia care, Barlochan House are...  

Care Provided by Barlochan House Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 50 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

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
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

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Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Eileen Devlin (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2024
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (38)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (6)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)

Visiting

  • Open visiting is in place. Protected mealtimes are 12.30pm - 1.30pm and 4.30pm - 5.30pm. However if wishing to assist a loved one or travelling a distance, then arrangements can be made to accommodate this.

Parking

  • There is a car park with ample car parking spaces at the Barlochan House Care Home.

Barlochan House Care Home Reviews (24)

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9.7

Barlochan House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.724) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barlochan House Care Home has 24 reviews.

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Review from Lucy M (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 October 2023 Submitted via Website
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If you are reading this review you have chosen the most amazing home to enquire about.
Barlochan is a very open and inclusive home, the care, attention and friendship which my mum received were wonderful.
Every single member of staff works incredibly hard and to a very high standard. The food is amazing, the housekeeping and maintenance team keep the home spotlessly clean. The seniors and caring team are all incredible and are very special people who love their job and are dedicated to the residents what shines through is that the home is a very happy place to visit and work and is very well run.
My wonderful Mum was treated with great respect and dignity and was made to feel such a part of the Barlochan family. The staff were always laughing and teething with her and had such affection for my Mum.
I would not hesitate to recommend Barlochan take over the care of your loved one, it is managed and operated by a very kind and caring team of women and men.

Thank you to you all.

Reply from Eileen Devlin, Home Manager at Barlochan House Care Home

We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to you for taking the time to write such a glowing review about Barlochan House Care Home. It brings us immense joy to know that you feel able to give us your highest recommendation. It was our great privilege to care for your mum as it is for all...  

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Review from Andy W (Husband of Resident) published on 23 August 2022 Submitted via Website
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I cannot speak highly enough of Barlochan House and its wonderful staff. My wife moved there in July, and the whole process was made as smooth and as simple as possible. At what is a difficult time for everyone, I was so grateful that the staff kindly took over much of the actual move and my wife was settled in quickly and quietly. The home is always very welcoming when I go to visit, and the staff are always helpful and kind. I am so grateful for everything that they do for my wife and, indeed, for me too. Thanks!

Reply from Eileen Devlin, Care Home Manager at Barlochan House Care Home

Thank you so much for your glowing review and five-star ratings, both of which are much appreciated by us all here at Barlochan House. We are committed to providing the highest standards of care at all times - in a comfortable, caring environment and are delighted this has been the experience for both you and your wife. With grateful thanks.

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Review from Aileen M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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Barlochan is super in every way. Mum and Dad moved into a double room in October 2019. All of the staff are amazing. The food is excellent too. They have been as careful and as safe as physically possible regards Covid and still are. We very sadly lost Dad in March (natural causes, not to Covid). Thank you all for your great care of Dad and for your continuing great care of Mum.

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Review from Isobel L (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 November 2020 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been a resident in Barlochan for over a year now. The care and attention she has received are wonderful. Also, the empathy of all the staff to our family, in general, is much appreciated. Congratulations to all for your amazing dedication.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 11 April 2025
  • How well do we support people's wellbeing?
    Very Good

    (5)

  • How good is our leadership?
    Very Good

    (5)

  • How good is our staff team?
    Good

    (4)

  • How good is our setting?
    Good

    (4)

  • How well is care and support planned?
    Very Good

    (5)

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Bed Vacancies

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News (47) & Events (0)

News
  • 03 Aug 2026

    On 18th July, residents travelled to Castle Douglas to enjoy the annual Civic Day celebrations. For Wullie, the highlight of the day was watching some of his old tractors taking...

  • 03 Aug 2026

    Residents recently enjoyed a lovely day out to Stranraer, making the most of the beautiful surroundings and spending time together. A highlight of the trip was a visit to the...

  • 03 Jul 2026

    The beautiful summer weather has encouraged residents to spend more time outdoors enjoying our gardens. Gentle walks around the grounds have provided opportunities to appreciate the fresh air, warm sunshine,...

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Meet the Team (2)

Eileen Devlin
Eileen DevlinJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2017

Eileen has worked in the care industry for over 20 years and has been here at Barlochan House Care Home since 2017.

Eileen was a Senior Carer before becoming the Deputy Manager in 2019.

Eileen then took up the role of Home Manager in 2022 and has continued to lead the team in her relentless pursuit of excellent care and wellbeing for all residents and staff alike.

Mellissa Wilson
Mellissa WilsonJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 1998

Melissa has been a valued member of the Barlochan House Care Home staff for over 20 years. Melissa started as Carer progressing to Deputy Manager over the years. Melissa is known for her organisational skills as well as her cheerful personality and is a great favourite with our residents.

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