Braehill Lodge

2 Balmachie Road, Carnoustie DD7 7SR
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9.4 38 Reviews
  • Braehill Lodge, Carnoustie
Braehill Lodge is a small family run care home with a welcoming and homely ambience situated within the golfing town of Carnoustie.

The home provides care for 24 residents in single en-suite bedrooms with level access showers. The home has a beautiful sensory garden with outstanding views over Carnoustie and beyond for residents to enjoy.

At Braehill Lodge, a friendly team of dedicated staff offer a range of care and support including trial stays, respite breaks as well as long term care.

The aim is to provide a safe and comfortable environment with a happy atmosphere.

All residents have their independence and personal wishes respected, with many social activities to enjoy, as part of the home's focus on improving the physical and mental well-being of residents.

Please call to arrange to have a look around and see what Braehill Lodge has to offer, with no obligation whatsoever.
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Care Provided by Braehill Lodge

Primary Care Categories

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

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 24 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • 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 What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1107 – £1270
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1107 – £1270
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1107 – £1270
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1107 – £1270

The weekly free personal care element of £248.70 will be deducted from the fee rate if eligible.

The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Braehill Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.

Contact Braehill Lodge 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 £267.10 per week if you’re over the age of 65. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.

Contact Braehill Lodge to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Owner

  • Braehill Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Andrew Chalmers-Gall (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2017
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (24)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (24)

Braehill Lodge Reviews (38)

9.4

Braehill Lodge has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.419) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Braehill Lodge has 38 reviews.

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Review from C F (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 4 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Braehill stand out because they provide a warm and caring environment for all residents. Each resident is treated as an individual and with dignity and respect at all times. They work hard to provide entertainment throughout the day and there is always a happy atmosphere. The residents' welfare appears
to be their primary focus. The carers are very skilled and experienced, they are patient and supportive of residents and their families.
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Review from J M (Wife of Resident) published on 28 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find the staff at Braehill Lodge from the cleaners right up to the manageress. Very caring in all that they do for my husband. They keep me informed in everything that's they do for him in keeping him as comfortable as possible.
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Review from Barbara M (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been extremely happy with the care given to my mother in the time she has been in Braehill. The staff are always cheerful and ready to help. Meals are always varied and enjoyed. Surroundings are clean and comfortable. There's always varied entertainment.
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Review from R P (Son of Resident) published on 5 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I drop in to visit my mother at various times and days of the week and am impressed by the consistent high standards of care and genuine affection of staff towards all clients.
This is a lovely 'home' environment, with sufficient facilities to keep people reasonably well occupied.
Also good ensuite
facilities for showering. Bathrooms are spotless too.
The decor is always being improved to keep the home looking right and keeping its look and feel of a country house. Prices recently increased but it's still good value for money.
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Review from Neil F (Son of Resident) published on 14 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Braehill Lodge came highly recommended by local families and health professionals.
My father has been a resident for circa 8 months and I have been delighted with the care provided thus far. Staff very friendly and interact in a very caring manner with residents.
Lots of laughter and generally a
friendly/happy environment. The premises is very homely, cleaned to a high standard and I would have no hesitation in recommending Braehill Lodge to other families.
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Review from A C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our mum has recently had a stroke and is back at her care home, Braehill Lodge. We are extremely happy with the care our mum has been given. The staff can't do enough for her.
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Review from G L (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was in Braehill Lodge for the final year of her life, receiving love and exceptional care from the marvellous team there. The home is well maintained, freshly decorated and clean.
There is a warm environment and the residents are treated as individuals with respect and compassion. My mother
recently passed away and the end of life care was exceptional.
They looked after us too during her final days. They were kind, compassionate and respectful, making her final days peaceful and comfortable and we commend the team of wonderful staff.
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Review from J C (Son of Resident) published on 17 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Homely 'feel', pleasant surroundings. Garden, parking, excellent along with the caring staff. Visiting activities staff transport available. Catering excellent and good size private room which is bright. Well managed, no hesitation in recommending this home.
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Review from C K (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Braehill Lodge provides an impeccably clean environment for residents and bedrooms with en-suite wetrooms.
The entertainment team endeavour to engage residents in activities.
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Review from Ann W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a good home with good staff. My mum is bed bound but happy.
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Review from M A (Relative of Resident) published on 7 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Just feel at times there is a bit of a staff shortage.
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Review from Alexandra M (Wife of Resident) published on 7 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband and family have no worries and are very grateful for all the help and attention my husband gets from all the girls and knowing he is safe gives the family peace of mind.
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Review from Selene R (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The manager and staff at Braehill provided my mum with exceptional care. They treat each resident as an individual and with dignity.
They are attentive and caring.
I'm so glad my mum was able to benefit from their excellent care.
The home itself is cosy and welcoming and the garden is lovely to sit
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Review from Maureen R (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sadly, I have just lost my Mother who resided in Braehill for over 4 years. She was very ill latterly and was treated with the utmost respect and compassion by all members of staff. Cannot praise the staff highly enough. Braehill was a very welcoming place for family members and nothing was too much
trouble for the staff. My whole families thanks to everybody who cared for my Mum and you are all very special people.
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Review from Rita C (Sister of Resident) published on 9 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My brother has been a resident for more than three years and as his condition deteriorated the care has been adjusted accordingly. His quality of life is very poor and it is difficult to see what could be done to improve but the staff keep him comfortable and relatively pain-free.
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Review from H M (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Braehill offers a safe and secure environment with good facilities for residents. Staff members are bright and cheerful and are always on hand to give help and assistance when required. A wide and varied programme of activities are available and encouragement is given to participate.
Our parent's
room is bright, comfortable and well cared for. The grounds are attractive and offer a good opportunity for 'fresh air' during fair weather and summer months. We are very happy with the care given.
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Review from James R (Son of Resident) published on 30 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum went into respite care in November, this turned into full-time care in December. Mum and social services chose Braehill Lodge and I and mum cannot be happier with the care she receives. Having served in the RAF for 28 years and living in Norfolk I can sleep easy at night as I know she is in a good
environment and a happy caring one. I phone each week and always get a quick answer and they know where mum is and pass her the phone and we have a chat. I have visited twice and can't praise all the staff for the excellent care but you can.
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Review from Jeanette B (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It was with trepidation I agreed to my mother going into a care home. I need not have worried, Braehill is just like a small hotel. All her needs are catered for and all the staff are loving and kind.
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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.419)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.419) out of 10 for Braehill Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 10 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 4.669 for Braehill Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (84 Excellents x 5) + (31 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 118 Ratings = 4.669
  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 4.75 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Braehill Lodge is based on 10 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 = 3.75
    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 24 registered maximum number of service users is 4.8, which has been reached with 10 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 Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 11 Mar 2026
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
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Bed Vacancies

5 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 18 May 2026

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Andrew Chalmers-Gall

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2026

Andrew is the new manager of Braehill Lodge Care Home joined the company in February 2026 with a wealth of experience in the care home sector, working at national and local levels.

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