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Scoonie House

Windygates Road, Leven, Fife KY8 4DP
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The care Mum gets is 10/10. Everyone is so friendly and caring.A M(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)
Scoonie House, Leven
She has made new friends and is participating in numerous activities.Duncan W(Son of Resident/Service User)
Scoonie House, Leven
Scoonie House, Leven

Located in the picturesque seaside village of Leven, Scoonie House provides residential and dementia care on a permanent and respite basis, as well as compassionate end of life care.

The Fife care home is set in a converted period property, situated in wooded grounds. Residents can enjoy quality facilities including a welcoming café, an activity room and a hair and beauty salon. Each bedroom is tastefully decorated with en-suite facilities and... 

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Care Provided by Scoonie House

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 36 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,450From £1,631
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,450From £1,631

Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge. Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.

What’s included?

• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans

• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef

• Access to landscaped gardens

• Activities and lifestyle programme

• All utilities and other accommodation costs

• Housekeeping and laundry services

• WiFi internet access

Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply an agreed hourly charge for this service.

Contact Scoonie House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week if you're over the age of 65. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Melanie MacDonald (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2001

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (36)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (28)

Scoonie House Reviews (61)

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9.8

Scoonie House has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.789) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Scoonie House has 61 reviews.

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Review from Marie H (Friend of Resident) published on 1 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from Janis G (Friend of Resident) published on 1 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from C T (Resident / Service User) published on 25 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from S C (Son of Resident) published on 17 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from C M (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from Alan R (Son of Resident) published on 17 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from Margaret H (Friend of Resident) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from Joan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from Alice M (Friend of Resident) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from C G (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from M S (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from G M (Son of Resident) published on 17 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from Janet F (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 15 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from Lauren M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 2 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from B M (Son of Resident) published on 12 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from K C (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from Jane K (Sister of Resident) published on 20 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from V A (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Review from Diane R (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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Review from J W (Friend of Resident) published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 06 May 2026
  • 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?
    Very Good

    (5)

  • How good is our setting?
    Very Good

    (5)

  • How well is care and support planned?
    Very Good

    (5)

Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland.View Latest Report

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News (55) & Events (0)

News
  • 16 Sep 2026

    Care UK is celebrating International Housekeeping Week by recognising the essential contribution housekeeping teams make to everyday life in the homes. Housekeeping teams play an important role in creating welcoming...

  • 16 Sep 2026

    Care UK colleagues are celebrating after winning two awards at this year’s Hotel Housekeeping Honours Awards ceremony. The awards recognise exceptional standards in housekeeping, highlighting individuals and teams who deliver...

  • 29 May 2026

    Care UK’s commitment to supporting residents has been nationally recognised, as the organisation took home the large care provider of the year accolade at the 2026 Care Home Awards. At...

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Awards / Recognitions (119)

  • 23 Jul 2026Recipient: Care UK
  • 13 Jul 2026Recipient: Care UK
  • 26 Jun 2026Recipient: Care UK

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Meet the Team (1)

Melanie Macdonald
Melanie MacdonaldJob Title Manager

Frequently Asked Questions about Scoonie House

What types of Care is Scoonie House registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Scoonie House have?

There are 36 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Scoonie House?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Scoonie House to the centre of Leven?

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

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