My mother was cared for in a dignified and loving manner by all at The Dower HouseL M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
The love and care that was shown to him and us, as a family, were just exceptionalJanie D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
My mother was cared for in a dignified and loving manner by all at The Dower HouseL M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
The love and care that was shown to him and us, as a family, were just exceptionalJanie D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
The Dower House is set in the picturesque village of Headbourne Worthy, just outside Winchester. Delivering first class residential and nursing care for over 35 years, residents enjoy the relaxed ambience of a luxury country house hotel, set amid beautiful gardens and surroundings.
The home combines homely, designed spaces with state-of-the-art care facilities, ensuring every resident’s comfort and quality of life. Whether staying briefly to recuperate after illness or surgery, or...
The Dower House is set in the picturesque village of Headbourne Worthy, just outside Winchester. Delivering first class residential and nursing care for over 35 years, residents enjoy the relaxed ambience of a luxury country house hotel, set amid beautiful gardens and surroundings.
The home combines homely, designed spaces with state-of-the-art care facilities, ensuring every resident’s comfort and quality of life. Whether staying briefly to recuperate after illness or surgery, or making The Dower House a permanent home, residents enjoy a rich programme of activities, delicious, restaurant-worthy meals and attentive nursing care 24 hours a day.
It is an open home where residents enjoy complete freedom – free to come and go as they wish, whether that’s a trip to the theatre, dinner with friends, or simply popping to the shops.
Dining at The Dower House is a daily pleasure, not a routine. The kitchen team prepares menus using the finest locally sourced ingredients. No two days are the same, with a constantly evolving menu and dishes tailored to individual tastes and dietary needs. Meals are crafted to be as nourishing as they are enjoyable, served either in dining room or in residents’ own rooms.
The onsite laundry is in operation 7 days a week which provides residents with a quick and efficient service.
The home prides itself on having a professional, caring and considerate team of staff that will always go above and beyond to ensure their residents' comfort, safety and wellbeing. As you would expect from a family-owned and run company, they also provide a friendly, listening ear for residents’ loved ones, too.
The Dower House has a variety of amenities to offer, such as hairdressing salon, a quiet lounge, chargeable physiotherapy, and chiropody if requested, a small library and a lovely airy conservatory.
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Additional services are available but charged separately, such as, but not limited to: newspapers, hairdressing, physiotherapy, chiropody, guest meals, alcoholic beverages, dry cleaning and companion for social outings.
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The Dower House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.718) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Dower House Nursing Home has 37 reviews.
I stayed at The Dower House 3 weeks whilst family away. I would definitely stay again. I enjoyed having company. The staff are always caring and kind. I loved the boat trips on Solent, and visit to the farm shop, also the local public house, great fun! I really enjoyed walking around the gardens -...
I stayed at The Dower House 3 weeks whilst family away. I would definitely stay again. I enjoyed having company. The staff are always caring and kind. I loved the boat trips on Solent, and visit to the farm shop, also the local public house, great fun! I really enjoyed walking around the gardens - fabulous!
It is wonderful to know that you felt so well cared for by our team and enjoyed the companionship within the home, as well as some of the outings and activities on offer. Your kind comments about our staff will mean a great deal to them. Providing a caring, friendly and enriching experience for everyone who stays with us is at the heart of what we do.
The food was very good much to my surprise I had a beautiful room with an ensuite shower which was cleaned + immaculate, I can understand why there are permanent residents for years.
The food was very good much to my surprise I had a beautiful room with an ensuite shower which was cleaned + immaculate, I can understand why there are permanent residents for years.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback. We are delighted to hear that you found our team so friendly and helpful and that you enjoyed the food during your stay.
It is also wonderful to hear how pleased you were with your room and the high standards of cleanliness. We...
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback. We are delighted to hear that you found our team so friendly and helpful and that you enjoyed the food during your stay.
It is also wonderful to hear how pleased you were with your room and the high standards of cleanliness. We take great pride in making The Dower House feel welcoming, comfortable and homely, whether someone is staying with us for a short period or has chosen to make The Dower House their permanent home.
Thank you again for your very kind words. They will be shared with the whole team, who I know will be delighted to receive them.
Activities were never the top of my thoughts in my rehabilitation programme but it was daily programs that has been a major of my recovery...
I have no hesitation in recommending a stay in Dower House.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. It means a great deal, particularly coming from someone with experience as a care home operator. We are delighted that your stay at The Dower House was such a positive part of your rehabilitation. Our team work hard to...
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. It means a great deal, particularly coming from someone with experience as a care home operator. We are delighted that your stay at The Dower House was such a positive part of your rehabilitation. Our team work hard to provide kind, compassionate care while supporting each resident to regain as much independence as possible. It is especially rewarding to hear that the daily activity programme, and the encouragement to take part in everyday routines such as walking to the dining room, played such an important role in your recovery.Your kind words about our staff and the care you received will be shared with the whole team, who will be immensely proud to know they made such a positive difference. It has been our privilege to support you on your journey home, and we wish you continued health, happiness and every success with your ongoing recovery. Thank you for your recommendation-it is greatly appreciated.
Following four months in hospital after a major lung operation, it became clear that much of my physical abilities (walking, movement, and the ability to look after myself ) needed to be brought back to a standard that would enable me to be independent. Following advice from the hospital an...
I have been very well looked after and my recovery at the Dower House has enabled me to return home. It was a great day!
I know the entire team will be...
It has been an absolute privilege to support you on your journey from hospital to home. Recovering after such major surgery takes immense determination, and it has been wonderful to see your strength, confidence and independence return during your stay with us.On behalf of everyone at The Dower House, thank you for placing your trust in us, and we wish you a continued recovery.
Came for respite due to an issue with my leg (femur). I've had a wonderful time at The Dower House and have stayed here before. I've stayed at other homes and hospital and would never stay their again. I love the gardens and conservatory its like being at home.
Came for respite due to an issue with my leg (femur). I've had a wonderful time at The Dower House and have stayed here before. I've stayed at other homes and hospital and would never stay their again. I love the gardens and conservatory its like being at home.
We are delighted that you enjoyed your respite stay at The Dower House and that you chose to return to us again. It is especially lovely to hear how much you enjoyed our gardens and conservatory. We work hard to create a warm,...
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.We wish you all the very best with your continued recovery and hope to welcome you back to The Dower House in the future.
Three of us from a charity have been volunteering here from about 2018 minus covid and returned coming most Monday mornings for 1 1/2 hours to knit natter and a drink in the conservatory. We are most welcome by staff and residents.
Three of us from a charity have been volunteering here from about 2018 minus covid and returned coming most Monday mornings for 1 1/2 hours to knit natter and a drink in the conservatory. We are most welcome by staff and residents.
Our Knit and Natter mornings are always looked forward to by residents, and the warmth, conversation, and sense of community you create...
Thank you so much for your kind review and for the time, skill and friendship that you and your fellow volunteers have brought to The Dower House over the years.Thank you for being such a valued part of life at The Dower House. We look forward to many more Monday mornings together in the conservatory.
I visit Dower House month as a volunteer with my therapy dog. From these visits I've seen a great number of activities organised for residents, brilliant compassionate care from staff and a well looked after home. Residents all have spacious, clean rooms and the grounds are beautifully kept. I...
I visit Dower House month as a volunteer with my therapy dog. From these visits I've seen a great number of activities organised for residents, brilliant compassionate care from staff and a well looked after home. Residents all have spacious, clean rooms and the grounds are beautifully kept. I would definitely recommend.
It is particularly pleasing to hear...
Thank you for your wonderful feedback and for the time you give to our residents as a volunteer. We are delighted to hear that your visits with your therapy dog have given you such a positive impression of The Dower House. The residents always enjoy your visits.Thank you for your recommendation and for being a valued part of our extended Dower House community.
It is very difficult to answer the tick boxes because things are improving very fast. The atmosphere in general has hugely improved. Clearly individual staff vary so a general cover all box is impossible to do! Similarly one box to cover rooms is ridiculous - the rooms vary. Overall I think my...
It is very difficult to answer the tick boxes because things are improving very fast. The atmosphere in general has hugely improved. Clearly individual staff vary so a general cover all box is impossible to do! Similarly one box to cover rooms is ridiculous - the rooms vary. Overall I think my friend is adequately well cared for and would hope to see the current upward trend maintained.
We completely understand your comments regarding the survey questions. Every...
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you have noticed such a significant improvement in the atmosphere within the home and that the positive changes taking place are being recognised.It is especially reassuring to hear that you feel your friend is well cared for and that you have seen a clear upward trend in the home. We are proud of the progress that has been made and remain committed to building on these improvements, ensuring that residents continue to receive high-quality, person-centred care in a warm and welcoming environment.
First class in all respects.
First class in all respects.
To hear that you feel The Dower House is "first class in all respects" is truly wonderful and means a great deal to everyone here. Our aim is always to create a home where you feel comfortable, supported,...
Thank you for your very kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us.I will be sure to share your feedback with the whole team, who will be delighted to know the difference they are making each day.
Excellent care following replacement hip operation. Friendly and caring staff.
Excellent care following replacement hip operation. Friendly and caring staff.
Thank you for your kind words. We are so pleased to hear that your recovery following your hip surgery was supported by our friendly and caring team. It means a great deal to us to know you felt well looked after during your stay. We wish you continued health and a smooth recovery at home.
I cannot over-emphasize how kind and supportive everyone was. The staff always had...
I left two days before Christmas, able to walk upright and free of IV drips. I continue to recover at home.
We are truly delighted to hear that you felt supported, comfortable and well cared for during your recovery with us. Moving from hospital into short-term respite can be a significant transition,...
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience following your stay at The Dower House.Thank you again for your kind words and for being part of The Dower House community during your stay. We all wish you continued strength and good health in your recovery, and please remember that you
Such a wonderful caring place where everyone really goes the extra mile. The staff are friendly, professional and highly competent and the team work shows. It's a lovely environment more like a hotel, the food is exceptional & creative as well as tasty. My father was able to have a fridge (for wine...
Such a wonderful caring place where everyone really goes the extra mile. The staff are friendly, professional and highly competent and the team work shows. It's a lovely environment more like a hotel, the food is exceptional & creative as well as tasty. My father was able to have a fridge (for wine & beer) & a large TV installed. Nothing is too much trouble & because there's no 'dementia wing' this is a truly home like place to be. I highly recommend it.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and generous review. We're incredibly proud of our team, and it means a great deal to hear that their care, professionalism and teamwork make such a positive difference to your father's experience. Creating a truly homely environment...
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and generous review. We're incredibly proud of our team, and it means a great deal to hear that their care, professionalism and teamwork make such a positive difference to your father's experience. Creating a truly homely environment - where residents can personalise their space, enjoy exceptional food, and feel comfortable and respected - is at the heart of everything we do. Your kind words about the atmosphere, the flexibility around individual wishes, and our whole-home approach really capture what we strive for every day. Thank you again for your recommendation and for trusting us with your father's care. It genuinely means a lot to everyone here
All areas of The Dower House Nursing Home are exemplary. The stardard of every member of their staff is very high. Everyone I encounter is pleasant and helpful. The whole property, inside and out, is always kept very clean and tidy. Also the food is outstanding.
All areas of The Dower House Nursing Home are exemplary. The stardard of every member of their staff is very high. Everyone I encounter is pleasant and helpful. The whole property, inside and out, is always kept very clean and tidy. Also the food is outstanding.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a great deal to all of us that you find the staff, the home and the food to be of such a high standard. We take real pride in keeping The Dower House welcoming, clean and friendly, and your feedback really does mean a lot to the whole team.
I cannot praise The Dower House enough. Their holistic approach to care together with excellent nursing is admirable. The Dower House really does feel like home not only for the residents but also their relatives. The staff are so friendly and caring, the surroundings are beautiful and accessible...
I cannot praise The Dower House enough. Their holistic approach to care together with excellent nursing is admirable. The Dower House really does feel like home not only for the residents but also their relatives. The staff are so friendly and caring, the surroundings are beautiful and accessible doing much to enhance the well being of the residents. My mother had a long stay in hospital and The Dower House team did a fantastic job building up her strength through encouragement and care over a six week such that she is now home and managing very well. The activities were well pitched and much to my surprise Mum joined in quite few of them and really enjoyed them.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We are truly delighted to hear that your mother felt at home with us and that our team were able to support her recovery after her hospital stay. Our aim is always to provide holistic, person-centred care in a calm, welcoming...
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We are truly delighted to hear that your mother felt at home with us and that our team were able to support her recovery after her hospital stay. Our aim is always to provide holistic, person-centred care in a calm, welcoming environment, and it means a great deal to know that this was reflected in your experience. The nursing, care and activities teams will be so pleased to hear your kind words - especially knowing that your mum enjoyed taking part in the activities and felt encouraged and supported throughout her stay. We are thrilled that she has regained her strength and is now managing well at home. Please do pass on our warmest wishes to her.
Thank you again for your lovely feedback; it is greatly appreciated by all of us here at The Dower House.
As a retired nurse, who had a poor experience of care homes regarding my mother when has now died: I needed an exceptional care home for my 97 yr old father. I chose The Dower House, as it is exceptional in everyway. The management are first class, the staff well trained, room and outer areas -...
As a retired nurse, who had a poor experience of care homes regarding my mother when has now died: I needed an exceptional care home for my 97 yr old father. I chose The Dower House, as it is exceptional in everyway. The management are first class, the staff well trained, room and outer areas - always clean, no smells, the residents are treated with loving respect, no sitting in circles with no stimulation. I would recommend this home 100% there is no better.
Thank you so much for sharing your kind words and for placing your trust in us during such an important decision for your father's care. We are truly honored by your recommendation and delighted to know that our team's efforts have given you confidence and peace of mind. Providing a safe,...
Thank you so much for sharing your kind words and for placing your trust in us during such an important decision for your father's care. We are truly honored by your recommendation and delighted to know that our team's efforts have given you confidence and peace of mind. Providing a safe, respectful, and stimulating environment where residents feel valued is at the heart of what we do, and feedback like yours means the world to us. We will share your comments with the whole team-they will be so encouraged to hear them. Thank you
Over the past few months we have received excellent support from Matron and the home manager through a very stressful situation...
Over the past few months we have received excellent support from Matron and the home manager through a very stressful situation which has resulted with an excellent outcome.
Thank you for your kind words. We are glad we were able to support you and your mother during this time and that the outcome was the one we all hoped for. We look forward to continuing to support you all in the future.
My cousin was sadly diagnosed with terminal cancer and spent a few weeks towards the end of her life in the Dower House. The staff were very kind, caring and professional. They did all they could to manage her pain and give her a peaceful stay. I would recommend them highly.
My cousin was sadly diagnosed with terminal cancer and spent a few weeks towards the end of her life in the Dower House. The staff were very kind, caring and professional. They did all they could to manage her pain and give her a peaceful stay. I would recommend them highly.
Thank you for your kind words. It was a privilege to look after her during her time with us. We wish you and the family well.
The home was welcoming to families and residents. A fantastic team took great care of my father enabling him to return to his home sooner than anticipated. Wonderful food and activities made this is a great place. Thank you to all.
The home was welcoming to families and residents. A fantastic team took great care of my father enabling him to return to his home sooner than anticipated. Wonderful food and activities made this is a great place. Thank you to all.
Thank you for your kind words. We hope your father's recovery continues well.
My mother was cared for in a dignified and loving manner by all at The Dower House during her final years. The attention to detail and personal care was outstanding. I was given a bed in her room for her final days and all my needs were also met. The team go above and beyond to ensure comfort and...
My mother was cared for in a dignified and loving manner by all at The Dower House during her final years. The attention to detail and personal care was outstanding. I was given a bed in her room for her final days and all my needs were also met. The team go above and beyond to ensure comfort and care for not only the residents but their families too.
Thank you for your kind review. I am so glad that you felt that your needs were met alongside those of your lovely mother. We will all miss her greatly and we wish you and your family well for the future.
This was my first visit to The Dower House. The overall impression was one of kindness to the clients, a very well-run organisation with plenty of smiling and happy staff members. We enjoyed a simple well generated and presented lunch. The grounds are beautiful and very well maintained.
This was my first visit to The Dower House. The overall impression was one of kindness to the clients, a very well-run organisation with plenty of smiling and happy staff members. We enjoyed a simple well generated and presented lunch. The grounds are beautiful and very well maintained.
I am glad you enjoyed your visit to The Dower House and our lovely grounds. We look forward to welcoming you back.
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Residents, families and members of the wider community gathered in the beautiful grounds of The Dower House in Winchester to enjoy a wonderful open-air performance of Shakespeare's timeless classic, Romeo...
A former British Aerospace employee and resident at The Dower House in Winchester, Miss Patricia Elliott, has relived her love of fast cars - reaching speeds of over 130mph in...
The Dower House welcomed some very special visitors recently as alpacas from Solomon Alpacas spent the afternoon roaming the beautiful gardens of The Dower House, creating smiles, laughter, and plenty...
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As the General Manager of The Dower House Nursing Home, I firmly believe that every resident should be involved in all decisions relating to their...
As the General Manager of The Dower House Nursing Home, I firmly believe that every resident should be involved in all decisions relating to their care and should have as many opportunities as possible to live life as actively and independently as they choose. Whilst ensuring they receive the highest quality nursing care when needed.
As the Manager, it is also my responsibility to ensure the service is running in accordance with the various laws pertaining to running a care home – primarily, regulations from the CQC under their inspections framework and equally importantly, for the Health and Safety management of the building and all the safety regulations relating to it.
I am supported in this role by our Matron, who oversees all the medical needs of our residents and manages the RGNs and Carers.
I joined the Dower House Nursing Home as Matron and registered manager in September 2022. I have had a full and varied nursing career for just over...
I joined the Dower House Nursing Home as Matron and registered manager in September 2022. I have had a full and varied nursing career for just over 40 years in the NHS and the Private sector.
As the Matron of The Dower House Nursing home, I firmly believe that every resident should receive person-centred care and be involved in all decisions relating to their care. All residents should have the opportunity to live life as actively and independently as they choose. Whilst ensuring they receive the highest quality nursing care when needed.
As the Matron, it is also my responsibility to ensure the clinical services are run in accordance with the various quality standards and governance pertaining to running a Nursing home, regulations from the CQC under their inspection framework.
I am supported in this role by a great team, ensuring the highest standards of care and service are delivered.
My door is always open if you have any questions or queries.
Our Housekeeping Manager brings over 20 years of professional expertise to the team, including a wealth of experience gained in prestigious 5-star...
Our Housekeeping Manager brings over 20 years of professional expertise to the team, including a wealth of experience gained in prestigious 5-star hotels. With a strong background in delivering the highest standards of cleanliness, organisation, and attention to detail, she ensures our care home provides a safe, welcoming, and homely environment for all residents. Her leadership, combined with her passion for excellence, helps create a warm atmosphere where residents can truly feel at home.
Our Head Cook has been a valued part of our care home for over 15 years, bringing a wealth of experience from leading kitchens in top hotels....
Our Head Cook has been a valued part of our care home for over 15 years, bringing a wealth of experience from leading kitchens in top hotels. Passionate about British and seasonal produce, she takes pride in creating delicious, home-cooked meals tailored to the needs and tastes of our residents. With specialist knowledge in nutrition for the elderly, she ensures every dish is not only flavourful but also supports health and wellbeing. Her dedication makes mealtimes a highlight of daily life in our home.
Our Gardener has been caring for our grounds for over 10 years, lovingly maintaining 5 acres of beautiful gardens for residents, families, and...
Our Gardener has been caring for our grounds for over 10 years, lovingly maintaining 5 acres of beautiful gardens for residents, families, and visitors to enjoy. With extensive knowledge and a passion for plants, he creates vibrant seasonal displays and thoughtfully tends to the patio pots that residents treasure. Always ready for a friendly chat while working outdoors, he’s a familiar and much-loved presence who helps make our gardens a place of relaxation, joy, and connection.
Our Site Manager plays a vital role in keeping our home safe, comfortable, and welcoming for everyone. As well as expertly maintaining the building,...
Our Site Manager plays a vital role in keeping our home safe, comfortable, and welcoming for everyone. As well as expertly maintaining the building, he is always on hand to help residents with practical requests — from moving furniture to adjusting pictures — ensuring their rooms feel truly personal. Known for his willingness to help and approachable nature, he provides invaluable support that makes daily life easier and more enjoyable for residents and their families.
The care home lists weekly fees per person between £1,795 and £2,550 for residential care (respite between £1,795 and £2,500) and between £2,300 and £3,060 for nursing care (respite of £2,500). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
Older Person Care, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
There are 42 Single Rooms.
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
1.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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