
The care and attention given to my mother over the last 12-18 months has been exceptional.Peter M(Son of Resident/Service User)

All the staff are very caring and treat my mother with respect and dignitySally A(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


The care and attention given to my mother over the last 12-18 months has been exceptional.Peter M(Son of Resident/Service User)

All the staff are very caring and treat my mother with respect and dignitySally A(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


Holly Lodge offers tranquillity, luxury living and security for up to 60 residents living with dementia. Holly Lodge is proud to have been awarded 'Nursing Home of the Year' at the Surrey Care Awards 2022 and to have been featured in Knight Frank’s prestigious Luxury Care Home Guide for three consecutive years: 2021, 2022 and 2023. The home also received the Excellence and Innovation in Dementia Care award at the...
Care Provided by Holly Lodge
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 60 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our all-inclusive weekly fees cover a range of complementary services, including physiotherapy, chiropody, hairdressing, and massage therapy. There are no extra charges for respite care, no administration fees, no deposits, and no hidden costs. What you see is what you pay, giving you complete peace of mind.
NHS-Funded Nursing Care (FNC):
The NHS will usually contribute towards your fees if you require nursing care from a registered nurse (this only applies to permanent care, not respite). FNC is provided irrespective of whether your fees are self-funded or Local Authority funded. It is dependent upon a needs assessment and will be arranged by the home with the NHS (subject to your consent) following admission. Payment is usually backdated to the admission date or the application date as applicable.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Holly Lodge for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Holly Lodge to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Forest Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Alarico Bustamante (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
Holly Lodge Reviews (92)
Holly Lodge has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.757) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Holly Lodge has 92 reviews.
Once Mum was accepted I was initially impressed by the fact everyone knew her name and mine too. Might seem a small thing but it meant a lot and when I say everyone, I mean management, admin staff, nurses, carers, activities team, domestic and kitchen staff.
The place is so clean, bright and friendly. The carers are so kind and work so hard. Mum can be a little difficult at times because of her dementia, but nothing is too much trouble for the wonderful staff.
Everything is geared towards the residents living in the moment and there is a variety of daily activities to keep them occupied. Mum has never been so busy!
She particularly enjoys the weekly concerts when she can get up and have a dance with other residents and staff. The food is good and the rooms are bright and comfortable.
Great gardens. Very secure.
I am free to visit any time day or night.
My Mum has been at Holly Lodge for over 6 months now. Settling in took quite a long time, with different challenges along the way. Staff are very welcoming when we visit, keeping us up-to-date, showing great kindness and care for Mum. We, as visitors, are always made to feel welcome and we have been able to use the 'family room' for a couple of small family gatherings. Due to Mum's condition, she isn't able to make use of all the facilities and activities put on at Holly Lodge but the staff do try and include her where appropriate.
I will be forever grateful to all the staff at HL for their care and treatment of dad during his 8 month residency. I was particularly impressed with the compassion and sensitivity shown to us and to him. during the last weeks of his life.
I was reassured and pleased to observe first hand the courtesy and kindness exercised by staff to our relative in the last few weeks of his life. They were considerate and supportive of my daughters and were prepared to give information and explanations of actions that were taken to make him as comfortable as possible. They showed sensitivity and compassion. Thank you.
The staff are all very friendly and attentive.
There are plenty of activities to keep them all amused.
We can visit whenever we like.
Overall good value for the money
In her muddled mind, she thinks she is in a lovely hotel, which says it all, doesn't it?
Holly Lodge provided exceptional care for my mother for 2 1/2 years. The staff showed exceptional care and respect for Mum as her health became weaker. Mum enjoyed so many activities at Holly Lodge, we were so grateful for all the staff for the love and care which they showed to Mum and the other residents. We are very happy to recommend Holly Lodge.
I have been very impressed with the level of care shown to my mum and the variety of activities she has been encouraged to participate in. The staff have always been ready to help and with a smile. I find it difficult to find any fault with Holly Lodge, and so pleased Mum spent her last few years here. Thank you very much.
Mum has been a resident at Holly Lodge for five months. She has settled extremely well. Her anxiety levels have dropped dramatically, due to the skills of the nursing team and genuinely caring and polite staff. The catering team produce a wide variety of appetising and nutritionally balanced food. The entertainment staff are always cheerful and have a great variety of activities on offer. They produce a news paper, which keeps residents connected to their loved ones. There are also places for those who enjoy quiet time. The beautiful gardens are easily accessible. Visitors are encouraged and welcome to call at any time.The cleaning staff keep everything spotless. Mum has regular visits from the lovely doctor, chiropodist and hairdresser, and enjoys having a manicure. Her personal hygiene is well managed and she is always neatly presented. The management team are efficient, helpful and approachable. I cannot fault this very caring home and would recommend it without hesitation.
We're pleased with the care and attention our Mum has received. The staff are attentive, aware of her needs and respond to Mum in a kind and caring way with dignity and respect. Even if the staff are busy with other residents, they keep any eye out for anything else that is happening and respond quickly and appropriately. The home is always spotlessly clean and tidy with a lovely atmosphere. We've been kept fully informed and updated about Mum and included in conversations with the doctor, outcomes of any other discussions and ongoing follow-ups about how she is progressing and what we can do to help. The Activities Team are well led, full of energy, good fun and provide such a variety of activities to suit everyone. The array of outside entertainers and visitors provided is second to none and it's good to see that they are inclusive of all residents. Holly Lodge is well led and managed and provides a safe and caring environment. We couldn't have chosen a better home for our Mum.
have greeted me with nothing but support and kindness. But that same kindness has been amplified even greater in the care of my wife. Her smiling at them right through to her final days gave us the reassurance that we had chosen wisely.
Our very deep and heart felt thanks go out to everyone at Holly Lodge from our household.
The day to day care is fantastic and the activities team are superb and have reignited my mums love for art and creativity. Holly Lodge is very clean and the carers are so kind, thoughtful and always around to help in any eventuality. My mum is declining with her dementia and they have been so attentive to her and I know that she is being cared for.
I only wish I had found it earlier as it's as home from home as it can be for my mum, thank you.
The care that Mum receives at Holly Lodge is absolutely excellent. The care home is spotless and very well run. There are always lots of carers on duty and everyone is very friendly: the manager, nurses, care assistants, receptionists and chef. All are visible and highly approachable. Visitors are made to feel very welcome and are able to participate in the activities with the residents. Mum's dementia needs are now quite severe but I am completely reassured that she is getting the support and care that she needs. I feel very lucky that we have found Holly Lodge and would highly recommend it.
Holly Lodge is an excellent dementia care home. The staff are brilliant - caring, friendly and attentive. The activities and entertainment is engaging - you can see the resident's enjoyment. Holly Lodge gives relatives ‘piece of mind’ that their loved ones are safe and well looked after.
Fantastic home, with fantastic staff. I can’t praise it highly enough. My wife is so well cared for. The home is always immaculate. The staff are always friendly and welcoming. I really couldn’t have found a better home for my wife.
I’m so happy that this wonderful caring loving home is beyond what I expected.
With bad experiences in past with respite elsewhere I really never expected to feel so comfortable with my relative away from me.
The care and professionalism are outstanding and you feel welcome at anytime all of the staff are friendly and full of smiles.
I highly recommend anyone to visit as I can’t imagine a better home-from-home feel.
When my friend was admitted to Holly Lodge 2.5 years ago, after caring for her for years I felt really sad that I could no longer manage. I need not have worried that although I miss her so much she is happy and well cared for. Holly Lodge is such a happy, welcoming and friendly place. All staff are very kind and caring plus make friends and family feel at home and inform us of any concerns. Thank you.
I have my mum and her friend at Holly Lodge. Both are well cared for by the fabulous staff. They are clean and tidy as are their rooms. I am kept well informed of any problems that arise. Thank you, Holly Lodge.
Over the past nine months, we have found Holly Lodge to be excellent. The environment is lovely, the staff are caring, and my father-in-law is very well cared for. Since moving into Holly Lodge he has got involved in all sorts of activities and has made new friends which is lovely to see.
I feel very confident my mother is getting good care in a safe and clean environment. All the staff are very caring and treat my mother with respect and dignity. I am always made welcome and kept well informed about my mother’s health. I would recommend Holly Lodge to others.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 20 February 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
5 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 22 July 2026Dementia Care / Dementia Residential Care + Dementia Nursing Care
News (10) & Events (0)
- 16 Jul 2026
We are delighted to announce that Forest Care has been named one of the UK’s Top 10 Small Care Providers by online care finder Lottie in the Lottie Awards 2026....
- 13 Jul 2026
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- 05 May 2026
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Awards / Recognitions (5)
- 03 Jan 2023Recipient: Holly Lodge
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Forest Care Ltd
- 03 Jan 2022Recipient: Holly Lodge
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Holly Lodge.
Meet the Team (6)

Rico is very passionate about making a difference in the lives of our residents especially with Dementia and likes to be positive in approaching any challenges.
Being a manager, Rico is very approachable. He ensures that the home delivers a compassionate and high quality of care with a homely atmosphere. As a leader, he leads by example and supports the staff in maximising their strengths and potentials.

As Administrator, Ann is responsible for the day-to-day administrative functioning of the home and supporting Rico. This involves a variety of tasks such as employment checks, enquiry handling, show rounds and admissions, to reassuring residents and relatives and dealing with their day-to-day requests.

Sandra graduated from university in Italy with a language degree, allowing her to secure a position as an International Conference Organiser for UNESCO. 20 years later, Sandra relocated to the UK, working as a freelance Translator in corporate environments, later becoming an Enquiry Officer in the Police Force.
Holly Lodge welcomed Sandra to the team in 2018 as our weekend administrator. Sandra quickly became a great advocate of the care provided at Holly Lodge along with the family atmosphere the home creates.

Bea is our talented Chef at Holly Lodge who ensures residents enjoy a varied menu focusing on the nutritional needs of our residents. Bea has over 10 years of experience working as Head Chef in the care sector.
Having joined the Holly Lodge team in 2015, Bea quickly made an impression on residents, relatives and staff. The food she cooks is appetising, nutritional and commended by all. She also regularly goes above and beyond for resident’s special occasions.

Our dedicated and experienced nursing team is responsible for managing the clinical care of our residents at Holly Lodge focusing on their holistic care, which includes their mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
This involves administering medication, working with our home GP and supporting senior carers and carers to ensure residents receive person-centred care in accordance with their assessed needs and plans of care.

Claude is our Handyman who works very hard fixing things and making sure our home runs smoothly. This involves ensuring that any maintenance/repair works are carried out promptly and efficiently with minimum disturbance.
Frequently Asked Questions about Holly Lodge
What types of Care is Holly Lodge registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Holly Lodge have?
There are 60 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Holly Lodge?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Holly Lodge to the centre of Camberley?
2.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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