Barty House Nursing Home

Roundwell, Bearsted, Maidstone ME14 4HN
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Barty House Nursing Home offers first-rate nursing care in Bearsted, Kent.

Accommodated in an impressive Georgian listed building, combined with modern, purpose-built facilities and surrounded by extensive gardens, the home offers a high standard of care for up to 59 residents, delivered with empathy, compassion and dignity. The bright, spacious bedrooms in the contemporary extension have ensuite wetrooms and many enjoy direct access to the courtyard garden and views over the grounds.

The characterful rooms in the older part of the building come in various sizes, and some also have ensuite facilities. Their traditional windows overlook different aspects of the garden, offering captivating views at any time of year.

Nursing and care staff are on hand 24/7, supported by the dedicated administration, facilities and housekeeping teams, while the activities staff provide a daily programme of interesting and varied activities.

The communal areas, including the glass-fronted Willow Lounge which overlooks the Kent countryside, are designed to provide comfortable spaces to socialise with guests or other residents.

The grounds surrounding the house include traditional English gardens at the front and a wheelchair-accessible courtyard area at the centre of the new building. The gardens are inhabited by rabbits and many types of birds, so there is always something interesting to look at!

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 59 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • 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: from £1795
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1795
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1795
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1795

Fees are dependent on the level of care required. Please contact the home directly for more information.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Barty House Nursing Home 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)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • David Willis (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

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

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (55)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (39)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)

Visiting

  • Visits for new admissions must be arranged by calling the care home at this time.

Parking

  • Free on-site parking.

Barty House Nursing Home Reviews (118)

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Barty House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.685) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barty House Nursing Home has 118 reviews.

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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 April 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum was transferred here from the hospital for end of life care. From the moment she was wheeled into Barty House via ambulance, it was clear from the way she was received and welcomed - she was important. The dignity, care and respect she was shown throughout her short 17-days was second to none
by all the staff, nurses, carers, reception, cleaners etc. The reassurance, support and care offered to the family was also brilliant. Thank you, and God Bless you all.

Reply from Gabriele Jerome, Registered Manager at Barty House Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind review, we really appreciate it.

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Review from K B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother came to Barty House in October 2019 from hospital as a palliative care patient. She quickly settled in and made a marked recovery for several months. She was treated as an important member of the Barty House community. She thoroughly enjoyed the activities particularly the Oomph trips. The
entertainments officers work tirelessly to improve the quality of life of the residents. Sadly, she passed away today (06/03/20).

Reply from Gabriele Jerome, Registered Manager at Barty House Nursing Home

We are really sorry that your Mum passed away and send you all our love. Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your kind words. kind regards, Gabriele Jerome

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Review from Jen F (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 18 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister-in-law was at Barty House for three months for palliative care. She was well looked after and treated with dignity and respect. The staff were all friendly and helpful to the family and the nursing care received was excellent. In my sister-in-law's final days, the staff were incredibly supportive
and the care received was outstanding.

Reply from Gabriele Jerome, Registered Manager at Barty House Nursing Home

Thank you very much for your kind review, it is much appreciated. Kind regards Gabriele Jerome.

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Review from M H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 11 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care she got in this home was excellent.
The staff there are so helpful and care very much for the people in their care.

Reply from Gabriele Jerome, Registered Manager at Barty House Nursing Home

Thank you so much for reviewing Barty House. Kind regards.

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Review from Sally (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 11 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father's health had been declining and he was in the final stages of end of life care. He came into Barty House for two weeks respite to give Mum a bit of a break as she is in her 80s. From the moment that we first visited as soon as you walk into reception, there is a warm, friendly feel that is
welcoming. We had a tour on Sunday and the staff could not do enough to help. What stood out the most was the homely feeling and it didn't feel like a nursing home at all, more like a home from home. My father doesn't talk much, just thumbs up or down, but when I asked him if he had enjoyed his stay he gave it the thumbs up. I visited him most days - the room that he had was very well kept, very clean, with lovely, patio doors, which opened up to the garden area, bird feeders on the wall, and a nice garden. His daily routine was excellent and good, home-cooked food. The staff take time to communicate and listen. I would recommend Barty House 110% to anyone looking for a care home for their loved one.

Reply from Gabriele Jerome, Registered Manager at Barty House Nursing Home

Thank you so much for reviewing us on carehome.co.uk. Kind regards.

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Review from D M (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was admitted to Barty House in December 2019 for end of life care. From the moment he arrived he felt completely comfortable and happy with his surroundings. He was very well looked after by all the staff who were very attentive and always happy and on-call to help 24/7. His care was impeccable.
The food was excellent and the staff went out of their way to make him comfortable. He was treated with dignity from the beginning to the very end.

Reply from Gabriele Jerome, Registered Manager at Barty House Nursing Home

Thank you for your review, very much appreciated. Kind regards.

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Review from Karen P (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father reluctantly decided he needed more care as he was suffering from terminal cancer. We were so pleased we chose Barty House where he settled in quickly. All the staff were friendly and had time to talk to both him and us as a family. His room was kept very clean and all his personal care carried
out with compassion. During my father's last few days his care was exceptional. We were very touched by how Barty House laid him to rest.

Reply from Gabriele Jerome, Registered Manager at Barty House Nursing Home

Thank you very much for the review, very much appreciated. Kind regards.

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Review from Ellen F (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

My 87-year-old mother booked a two-week stay, to convalesce following a hysterectomy. She had been before and had a positive experience. She was very weak and tired on arrival. No staff were present initially, but when they did appear were welcoming and helpful. Mother's room was on the second floor
and she felt isolated, which culminated in 1) Two days before her name on her door (not all staff knew she was there). 2) The buzzer did not work for the first 4/5 days. 3) Two days before she knew of heat/radiator controls. 4) Meals often late i.e. 2 pm lunch, 6.30 pm tea. 5) No jug of water one afternoon. 6) Food mixed - lovely lunches, poor sandwiches/breakfast often not as she ordered. She vacated a day early.

Reply from Gabriele Jerome, Registered Manager at Barty House Nursing Home

I am sorry that we did not meet your mother’s expectations on this occasion. We conducted a thorough review of her stay in light of the comments made and have put added measures in place to ensure that any such issues do not occur in the future. If you would like to discuss any aspect of your mother’s stay with me directly, please do not hesitate to do so.
Gabriele Jerome,
Manager, Barty House.

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Review from M J (Wife of Resident) published on 20 November 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After a long illness, my husband could no longer be cared for at home which resulted in his admission to Barty House Nursing Home. On arriving we were introduced to once again another body of compassionate and caring staff that helped us through what was to be the most difficult time. The professionalism,
care and empathy given was second to none and in particular, I wish to thank my husband's regular carer.

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Review from Rosemary J (Friend of Resident) published on 21 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A beautiful care home and a busy and bustling environment. The care home was friendly and welcoming and the staff listened to what we wanted from them. My relative went there for palliative care (late-stage) and it was important she had a "quiet" space to rest peacefully at the end of her life. She
was given a nice, light and airy room. As she was blind, and in a strange place, we wanted her to feel safe. She passed away in the night and I was assured she had someone with her when she died, which was very reassuring.
The staff were very kind and caring and I would recommend this nursing home to anyone considering care for a loved one.

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Review from Clare S (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have recently lost my dad after a four-week stay at Barty House. I chose carefully and the home is outstanding. The team that looked after my dad (and it's a large team !) are amazing. From the cleaners, carers, nurses, reception and not forgetting maintenance ( for picture hanging ! ) and of course
the food, and laundry... it’s a slick operation. The last few nights I stayed and was so looked after. I had a lot of chats with the manager and any required actions needed where addressed. For palliative care of a loved one, they are experts. If more able-bodied lots to do as well.
At an extremely difficult time, they shone. I will always recommend you. Keep up the hard work team Barty.
Thanks to each and every one of you.

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Review from Linda O (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All though mum only had a short while at Barty House before her passing. She was treated with the utmost care and attention. Staff were so lovely and friendly from domestics up to management. All the residents seemed happy and content. As soon as we were shown mum's room we knew we had chosen the right
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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I felt that Barty House was a wonderful nursing home. When my father went into Barty he was very ill suffering from terrible cancer on the neck.


The care that he received was wonderful, full of care, the staff are very well trained and the nurses are there to help you along the way when your loved

one is coming to the end of their lives.

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Review from Anita M (Wife of Resident) published on 21 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has stayed at Barty House for two spells of respite care. The most recent being January 2019 and prior to that he stayed in November 2018. All staff were very friendly, kind and caring, taking an interest in the person and their interests and needs. Nothing was too much trouble. Always made
to feel very welcome. As a family, we would not hesitate to use Barty House for future respite stays.

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Review from Pamela B (Friend of Resident) published on 13 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such a good welcome. I was invited to help with activities. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and the experience of helping elderly folks. Their faces told me how they were enjoying it. I also learnt a lot. I have known my friend for 45 years and she is now happy and settled although she sleeps in the daytime
and night.

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Review from R R (Husband of Resident) published on 9 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife suffered a severe and deteriorating neurological illness (NSA) which caused increasing paralysis and we were not able to look after her at home, due to increasing disability.
The Barty House care team looked after her sympathetically and very well until she died three weeks later. They were
kind, thoughtful, attentive and endlessly sympathetic.
Recommended without reservation.

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Review from M G (Sister of Resident) published on 7 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister went into the home in January 2010, at the age of 60, due to a brain injury and needed 24-hour care. She passed away in October 2018. In the 8 years she was there all her needs were taken care of by the excellent staff. In the last 18 months of her life, she needed a lot of special care which
was given with love and consideration. As a family, we are so grateful that she found the perfect home for the last years of her life. Thank you so much.

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Review from Julia M (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was only in Barty House for the final two weeks of her life but their care of her was excellent, every single member of staff treated my mother with dignity and warmth. The staff also looked after our family as my mother passed on, again with great care, respect and we could not have asked
for more.

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Review from L M (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother went to Barty House for end of life care. Although she was only there a short time, she commented that it felt like home. It was a great comfort to me to know that she was treated with care, kindness, dignity and respect during her final days. I would have no hesitation in recommending Barty
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Review from Sylvia M (Wife of Resident) published on 12 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The ultimate in care and kindness. My husband was very well looked after during his time at Barty House. We can't speak highly enough of "team Barty".

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.685)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.685) out of 10 for Barty House Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.685 for Barty House Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (257 Excellents x 5) + (60 Goods x 4) + (14 Satisfactorys x 3) + (6 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 337 Ratings = 4.685

  • b) 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 Barty House Nursing Home is based on 29 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 59 registered maximum number of service users is 11.8, which has been reached with 29 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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: 13 Mar 2025

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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David

David Willis

Job Title: Registered Manager

Joined: 2021

David has many years experience in the field of older peoples' care. He is passionate about providing a service that fully meets all the physical and emotional needs of the residents at Barty House.

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