It's like being part of a familyPamela B(Resident / Service User)
Excellent food with a good choice on the menuDiana B(Resident / Service User)
It's like being part of a familyPamela B(Resident / Service User)
Excellent food with a good choice on the menuDiana B(Resident / Service User)
Watlington is a stunning home in a rural village, with spectacular gardens overlooking the Chiltern Hills. But it’s the outstanding CQC rated team (April 2019) and the care they provide which makes it special.
So many of the team, who provide residential, dementia, nursing, palliative and pre-bookable respite care, have been at Watlington for over 10 years.
They are passionate about getting to know who their residents are as unique...
Watlington is a stunning home in a rural village, with spectacular gardens overlooking the Chiltern Hills. But it’s the outstanding CQC rated team (April 2019) and the care they provide which makes it special.
So many of the team, who provide residential, dementia, nursing, palliative and pre-bookable respite care, have been at Watlington for over 10 years.
They are passionate about getting to know who their residents are as unique individuals, the things that matter most to them and bring them joy. And the loved ones of residents are very much embraced into life in the home, giving it a warm, family feel.
There are so many activities to enjoy, from trips out into the community in the home’s minibus, to music, baking, animal visits and games on the Magic Table. This is an amazing piece of technology where residents play interactive games together.
And the surroundings at Watlington are very special. The gardens, which include an orchard, water feature and magnificent lawns, go all the way around the home. The bedrooms and communal lounges and dining rooms have beautiful views of the gardens and surrounding countryside. And there are often Red Kites flying above.
There is a beautiful, light and airy orangery. And there are large lounges to relax in with family and friends, who are welcome to visit at any time.
The home also has a hairdressing salon, for regular appointments with a mobile hairdresser.
The residents enjoy delicious home-cooked meals in the dining room, with freshly baked cakes served every day with afternoon tea.
Run by not-for-profit Sanctuary Care, the home is situated close to local shops and restaurants and has a neighbouring GP surgery.
Contact Watlington & District Residential and Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2026 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1554 and for nursing care £2156, but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.
*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Watlington & District Residential and Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Watlington & District Residential and Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.927) out of 10, based on 48 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Watlington & District Residential and Nursing Home has 164 reviews.
We are extremely happy with the care provided for our mum - it's highly professional, compassionate and thoughtful. We are so glad mum is here and for all the care and support she receives.
We are extremely happy with the care provided for our mum - it's highly professional, compassionate and thoughtful. We are so glad mum is here and for all the care and support she receives.
Thank you for your kind words - we are so pleased to hear how happy you are with the care provided to your mum. Best wishes.
Very happy my mum could come and join the happy, relaxed atmosphere there at Watlington & District Residential and Nursing Home.
Very happy my mum could come and join the happy, relaxed atmosphere there at Watlington & District Residential and Nursing Home.
Thank you for your wonderful review. It's great to hear how happy you are with the care provided to your mum at Watlington. Best wishes.
My stay here has been really, really good and the care is most wonderful. I wish I could stay and the food has been excellent, now I shall be back to microwave food which I don't look forward to. Thank you a million times to all the staff, they have all made me very welcome.
My stay here has been really, really good and the care is most wonderful. I wish I could stay and the food has been excellent, now I shall be back to microwave food which I don't look forward to. Thank you a million times to all the staff, they have all made me very welcome.
Mam seems very happy and at home here.
Mam seems very happy and at home here.
My husband was in Watlington & District Nursing Home for two weeks. The staff were excellent, friendly and attentive to all his needs. The time he was there could not be faulted. Hopefully, in the future, he can go back in.
My husband was in Watlington & District Nursing Home for two weeks. The staff were excellent, friendly and attentive to all his needs. The time he was there could not be faulted. Hopefully, in the future, he can go back in.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home and for your kind words about our team. Best wishes, Fae
The staff are always so welcoming and friendly when we come to visit and know my husband so well. We couldn't ask for him to be anywhere better.
The staff are always so welcoming and friendly when we come to visit and know my husband so well. We couldn't ask for him to be anywhere better.
All very good.
All very good.
My husband has been a resident for the past eighteen months, it was very hard for me to let my husband be cared for at a nursing home, as I looked after him myself for five years before he was taken into care. I have been very happy with his care and have been informed of everything that has been...
My husband has been a resident for the past eighteen months, it was very hard for me to let my husband be cared for at a nursing home, as I looked after him myself for five years before he was taken into care. I have been very happy with his care and have been informed of everything that has been done for him. My husband is always very happy when I come to see him and has very caring staff looking after him.
Mum is being very well looked after. The nurses and care staff are very attentive and have ensured that Mum's stay is as pleasant as it can be and have dealt with her advanced vascular dementia with care and compassion.
Mum is being very well looked after. The nurses and care staff are very attentive and have ensured that Mum's stay is as pleasant as it can be and have dealt with her advanced vascular dementia with care and compassion.
My mother has been a resident in Watlington for ten years. Throughout that time the love and care shown to her have been exceptional. Nothing is too much trouble, the staff are amazing. The manager always has time, with a kind word always ready! A great manager and team leader.
My mother has been a resident in Watlington for ten years. Throughout that time the love and care shown to her have been exceptional. Nothing is too much trouble, the staff are amazing. The manager always has time, with a kind word always ready! A great manager and team leader.
The care home is very easy to access with plenty of parking. Having the Covid test was easy and done well by the staff. All staff were polite and made mum feel at ease. The room was light and very clean, with a nice view of the garden. Overall, we are very happy with the care.
The care home is very easy to access with plenty of parking. Having the Covid test was easy and done well by the staff. All staff were polite and made mum feel at ease. The room was light and very clean, with a nice view of the garden. Overall, we are very happy with the care.
Thank you for your review - your kind words are so appreciated. We really are proud of the care we provide, and of course our beautiful gardens! Best wishes.
Our mum has received fantastic care at Watlington. The staff are very gentle and caring with her and we know that she is being properly looked after. She has a lovely room that she can call home and we are always welcomed when we come to visit.
Our mum has received fantastic care at Watlington. The staff are very gentle and caring with her and we know that she is being properly looked after. She has a lovely room that she can call home and we are always welcomed when we come to visit.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home, and for your kind words. It's wonderful to hear how welcome you feel when you come to visit mum.
I completed this review with dad, who at times is pleased with his care, and feels that some of the care is good and not so good. As next of kin, to my father I find all the staff, both qualified and support staff to be very caring and treat dad with dignity, respect and compassion.
I completed this review with dad, who at times is pleased with his care, and feels that some of the care is good and not so good. As next of kin, to my father I find all the staff, both qualified and support staff to be very caring and treat dad with dignity, respect and compassion.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home. We really appreciate your and your father's feedback about our team and the care we provide.
The care home has improved my mother-in-law's condition. She is no longer in pain and seems to feel secure and at ease. After a trying year with Covid the staff helped us to have a home visit. Thank you
The care home has improved my mother-in-law's condition. She is no longer in pain and seems to feel secure and at ease. After a trying year with Covid the staff helped us to have a home visit. Thank you
The team of nurses and carers look after my mother exceptionally well and show real kindness and respect. The home is well run and fully deserve the "outstanding" CQC rating. The home is purpose-built and well laid out. The gardens are inviting and carefully tended. I am very happy to recommend...
The team of nurses and carers look after my mother exceptionally well and show real kindness and respect. The home is well run and fully deserve the "outstanding" CQC rating. The home is purpose-built and well laid out. The gardens are inviting and carefully tended. I am very happy to recommend this home to others.
My husband has settled in well. The staff are very good even when he is being 'awkward'.
My husband has settled in well. The staff are very good even when he is being 'awkward'.
My mum seems very happy here. Although she can no longer communicate very well she always seems very settled and jolly and secure.
My mum seems very happy here. Although she can no longer communicate very well she always seems very settled and jolly and secure.
I cannot speak highly enough of the care and nursing that my mother is receiving. The staff are without exception compassionate, professional and kind. My mother is treated with great consideration, dignity, and gentle good humour. Absolutely outstanding!
I cannot speak highly enough of the care and nursing that my mother is receiving. The staff are without exception compassionate, professional and kind. My mother is treated with great consideration, dignity, and gentle good humour. Absolutely outstanding!
The staff at Watlington & District Nursing Home have coped very well during the pandemic and despite various levels of lockdown, have managed to keep me in contact with my mother. They have kept me well informed regarding her health. I really only have praise for all of them and the hard work and...
The staff at Watlington & District Nursing Home have coped very well during the pandemic and despite various levels of lockdown, have managed to keep me in contact with my mother. They have kept me well informed regarding her health. I really only have praise for all of them and the hard work and dedication they have shown throughout the time she has lived at the home.
I am extremely happy with the care my father is receiving. I get regular updates from staff which leaves me reassured. I know he is safe and happy.
I am extremely happy with the care my father is receiving. I get regular updates from staff which leaves me reassured. I know he is safe and happy.
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Julie has worked at Watlington and District Nursing Home for nearly two decades, proudly leading her devoted team to their CQC 'Outstanding' rating...
Julie has worked at Watlington and District Nursing Home for nearly two decades, proudly leading her devoted team to their CQC 'Outstanding' rating in 2019.
Julie has a very loyal and long-serving team, who are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents each and every day.
Samantha has been working as a care assistant since 2020 and loves making her residents smile.
After working with us at Watlington since 2022, it now feels like home for our registered nurse Quenie.
Leila loves helping people and has been our administrator for over a decade at Watlington.
Maggie has nearly worked at Watlington for an amazing 20 years and loves the family feel to the home.
Hassa has worked with us since 2022 and really enjoys caring for our residents. She says Watlington is a lovely home to work and live in.
Marion has also worked at Watlington for nearly two decades. She says Watlington is such a happy place to be, and her residents and fellow colleagues are just the best.
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