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.
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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.
After Greece where my accident occurred, this place was heaven. The staff were ever so kind and happy and I have made so many friends too.
After Greece where my accident occurred, this place was heaven. The staff were ever so kind and happy and I have made so many friends too.
The care I receive while at Watlington & District Nursing Home was completely satisfactory. The staff were always helpful and kind and life was made as easy as possible. The food was excellent and varied during my stay.
The care I receive while at Watlington & District Nursing Home was completely satisfactory. The staff were always helpful and kind and life was made as easy as possible. The food was excellent and varied during my stay.
It is a wonderful care home. They are so kind and everybody was so good to me. I would recommend it to everybody. The physiotherapists had me fixed in four weeks rather than six. If I ever have to go into a home Watlington & District Nursing Home is the home I want to go to.
It is a wonderful care home. They are so kind and everybody was so good to me. I would recommend it to everybody. The physiotherapists had me fixed in four weeks rather than six. If I ever have to go into a home Watlington & District Nursing Home is the home I want to go to.
This home was recommended by a friend and was excellent in dealing with my wife's Alzheimer's and her consequent difficulties. The management, nurses and carers are all first rate, and the building and it's facilities, especially lounges, were so much better than other homes inspected, and...
This home was recommended by a friend and was excellent in dealing with my wife's Alzheimer's and her consequent difficulties. The management, nurses and carers are all first rate, and the building and it's facilities, especially lounges, were so much better than other homes inspected, and everywhere was immaculate and clean. All my wife's visitors thought it was much the best home they had ever visited, an opinion with which I concur.
I had a wonderful experience at Watlington & District Nursing Home. The staff were very helpful at all times. They were always on hand when help was needed. We seemed to bond like a family.
I had a wonderful experience at Watlington & District Nursing Home. The staff were very helpful at all times. They were always on hand when help was needed. We seemed to bond like a family.
I have been very comfortable and trouble fee here and feel I can return home with more confidence. The staff here have been kind and patient throughout.
I have been very comfortable and trouble fee here and feel I can return home with more confidence. The staff here have been kind and patient throughout.
First time for me so nothing to compare with. But listening to friends and reading comments in the media this care home seems to be as good as one can expect so I regard myself very lucky to have been a resident with so many caring people.
First time for me so nothing to compare with. But listening to friends and reading comments in the media this care home seems to be as good as one can expect so I regard myself very lucky to have been a resident with so many caring people.
Very comfortable and very attentive.
Very comfortable and very attentive.
Comfortable to the extent of being luxurious as a community hospital. Caring and kind staff with excellent facilities. A perennially cheerful and helpful welcome.
Comfortable to the extent of being luxurious as a community hospital. Caring and kind staff with excellent facilities. A perennially cheerful and helpful welcome.
Absolutely fantastic. Full of kindness and compassion, nothing is too much for the staff.
Absolutely fantastic. Full of kindness and compassion, nothing is too much for the staff.
The rooms and facilities are very pleasant although the bed is hard and narrow.
The rooms and facilities are very pleasant although the bed is hard and narrow.
A very good experience. Staff very kind and only too pleased to help.
A very good experience. Staff very kind and only too pleased to help.
Following several falls my husband (aged 90) was in Watlington Nursing Home for several weeks where he had an NHS intermediate care bed. The care he received was exemplary. All the staff, without exception, were professional, helpful, cheerful and full of humour. The pervading atmosphere was calm...
Following several falls my husband (aged 90) was in Watlington Nursing Home for several weeks where he had an NHS intermediate care bed. The care he received was exemplary. All the staff, without exception, were professional, helpful, cheerful and full of humour. The pervading atmosphere was calm and happy. The home cooked food was excellent and helped with his recovery. The rooms were light and airy, attractively decorated and kept spotlessly clean. This is an exceptional nursing home.
It is a very good place and staff are good, food is also good.
It is a very good place and staff are good, food is also good.
Excellent care in every way at Watlington & District Nursing Home. Wonderful staff in all departments. Nothing is too much trouble however busy they all are. My stay has been very happy and have prepared me to be able to go home.
Excellent care in every way at Watlington & District Nursing Home. Wonderful staff in all departments. Nothing is too much trouble however busy they all are. My stay has been very happy and have prepared me to be able to go home.
Could not have better treatment. Carers, nothing too much for them. Visitors like the place.
Could not have better treatment. Carers, nothing too much for them. Visitors like the place.
From the moment we met the manager, I knew that this was going to be the right place for my dad. It was going to be his first time in a care home as my mother was having her first period of respite. The staff were incredibly compassionate, caring and attentive. They were also honest and always had...
Most of all, they spent time getting to know my father (who has advanced alzheimer's), interacting with him and ensuring he had a lot of fun and stimulation. I would recommend it to anyone.
Following my leg operation I transferred from hospital to Watlington Care Home for treatment and rehabilitation. On entering I was lucky enough to be given what was probably the best room in the home. The care has been second to none I could not have asked for better. I found the food is varied and...
Following my leg operation I transferred from hospital to Watlington Care Home for treatment and rehabilitation. On entering I was lucky enough to be given what was probably the best room in the home. The care has been second to none I could not have asked for better. I found the food is varied and interesting always a choice and sufficient. Medial staff have been particularly genuine and understanding.
A warm welcome and soon made to feel a part of a family and not just another body to be mended. Help is always readily available, at the same time encouragement is given to be independent and work your way for your return home.
A warm welcome and soon made to feel a part of a family and not just another body to be mended. Help is always readily available, at the same time encouragement is given to be independent and work your way for your return home.
My mother has dementia, the staff have been so good with her. Anything you want to know, they will let you know. Mum had a water infection and fell, they got in touch with me straight away, very efficient. Mother is always clean, can't fault the home, I know she is safe.
My mother has dementia, the staff have been so good with her. Anything you want to know, they will let you know. Mum had a water infection and fell, they got in touch with me straight away, very efficient. Mother is always clean, can't fault the home, I know she is safe.
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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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