Laxfield House

Cundys Lane, Brent Eleigh, Sudbury CO10 9PL
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9.7 23 Reviews
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Laxfield House has built up an excellent reputation for residential and nursing care over many years, organising high-quality care provision to suit individual needs.

The Home has a unique charm of its own, as do the excellently trained staff who are dedicated to the care, comfort and dignity of all those in residence here.

Professionalism and high standards are the hallmarks of this home and they strive to maintain and encourage the individual identity of residents. Special emphasis is given to independence, respect, dignity and privacy.

The owners feel that diet and nutrition is paramount for older people. Their chefs work closely with residents and nursing staff to promote a well-balanced nutritious diet.

Laxfield House has 26 well appointed and individually furnished bedrooms with full ensuite facilities, Remote controlled flat screen colour TV with integral DVD, Nurse call system and Telephone point.

The Home has two lifts, various sitting rooms and dining rooms, a large conservatory, TV Room, Games Room, Treatment Room and dedicated onsite Laundry and large private gardens. The Home is covered by 2 local GP practices - Bildeston and Lavenham.

An in-house Activities Co-ordinator provides a varied and wide ranging activities programme. In addition there are visiting entertainers and singing groups.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 34 Service Users

Other Care Provided

  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other 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: £1425 – £1925
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1425 – £1925
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1425 – £1925
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1425 – £1925

Our fees include all meals, accommodation , heat, light, power, laundry services, activities.


What’ is excluded from weekly fees are: Hairdressing, chiropody services, newspapers, personal clothing, toiletries..

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Laxfield House 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

Owner

  • Laxfield House Ltd

Person in charge

  • Judy Carne (Matron/Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • All admissions are subject to a pre-admission assessment.
  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2010
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (21)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (21)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (5)

Visiting

  • The home warmly welcome visitors at any time.

Parking

  • The Home benefits from an extensive on-site private car park.

Laxfield House Reviews (23)

9.7

Laxfield House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.702) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Laxfield House has 23 reviews.

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Review from Jeanette W (Niece of Resident) published on 14 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt stayed in Laxfield House from January 2022 until November 2024. The atmosphere at Laxfield was warm and friendly and my aunt was very happy there. Her room was light and spacious and with her personal things around her felt very home from home. As her relatives we were always made very welcome.
Staff always had time for us and we always felt aunty was being well looked after. We certainly felt part of the Laxfield family and couldn't really have been happier to have found this gem so close to where we live.
Reply from Nicholas Knight, Proprietor at Laxfield House

Thank you for kindly submitting this review - we are so very pleased to hear that your experience of the Laxfield House was both a happy one for your Aunt, and that she referred to Laxfield House as her Home. To be referred to as a 'Gem' adds a special emphasis on all that we provide here - thank you!

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Review from A T (Resident) published on 9 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was admitted to Laxfield House following a fall at home. The intention was that I would return home within a month, but my stay was 6 months I was extremely impressed with the overall care. The carers were excellent, helpful, attentive and cheerful and as I improved encouraged me to do more for myself.
It is significant that several of the carers have been at Laxfield for over 20 years. Laxfield is owned and run by the family and the atmosphere is of a family home. I was very happy there!
Reply from Nicholas Knight, Proprietor at Laxfield House

Thank you for submitting this very kind review. We were so very pleased to be able to support you through your recovery and that you achieved your goal in returning home. We all wish you every happiness in your new home and look forward to seeing you here again on your social visits.

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Review from Fran J (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father went into the care of Laxfield from early January until he passed away in February 2025. After eight months in and out of hospital and respite NHS care, the last five weeks of his life in Laxfield were the best care we could ask for. My father was so well cared for and treated with dignity
, respect and excellent personalised care.
He quickly settled in and responded very well to the very qualified staff at the home.
It felt very peaceful and a safe haven for him after the chaos and stress of hospital. He was very unwell at the end but we could not have asked for more as a family and were happy that his final weeks were in such a good and trustworthy home. Would highly recommend
Reply from Nicholas Knight, Proprietor at Laxfield House

Thank you for taking time to submit this review and for your very kind comments with regard to your father's care experience here - We were very pleased to be able to provide the care support to you all at the time when it was most needed. We do very much appreciate your response which I will now pass on to the staff. With all best wishes.

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Review from W W (Wife of Resident) published on 20 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been under the care of Laxfield House for over 2 years. I believe his care to have been consistently good throughout this time, managing his condition when it changes. I love all the staff at Laxfield who I believe genuinely care and love the very difficult and important jobs they do.
This is the most emotional and challenging time of my (and my husbands) life and I am confident that Laxfield fulfils his needs, he is comfortable and safe in their very experienced home. I cannot praise them enough.
Reply from Nicholas Knight, Proprietor at Laxfield House

Thank you for kindly submitting this lovely review - Such comments do very much recognise and support all that our wonderful care team strive to deliver here at Laxfield House - I will share your very kind words with the team. Please be assured of the highest standards throughout at all times.

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Review from K M (Niece of Resident) published on 20 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt was a resident at Laxfield House for over 5 years. In that time the care she received was second to none. She found it difficult to move from her home to Laxfield initially-as did I, but she settled quickly. Management and staff were always very conscious of her particular needs. They were all
professional, friendly and became like family. I can only thank them all for the care and kindness they gave to my aunt in her final years.
Reply from Nicholas Knight, Proprietor at Laxfield House

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave this review about your experience of Laxfield House - Your Aunt was indeed a very special lady amongst the Laxfield House Family. We do set a very high standard for ourselves here, so we are pleased to hear that your overall experience with us has been a positive one and that all of your Aunts care were well supported. I will pass this feedback onto all members of our Care Team. Best wishes.

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Review from Stuart S (Son of Resident) published on 17 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Going into a care home is never ideal but my father is happy and well looked after. The location, relative to where I live, is not ideal but we wouldn't dream of relocating him due to the quality of the care. It is expensive but you definitely get what you pay for in this case.
Reply from Nicholas Knight, Proprietor at Laxfield House

Thank you for kindly submitting your review and comments - Coming into a care setting is indeed a daunting step for both the resident and family alike - we are therefore so pleased to hear that you are very happy with his overall care experience here at Laxfield House - He certainly is very settled here and is a regular participant in all our resident activities.

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Review from E E (Niece of Resident) published on 13 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My uncle relocated to Laxfield House to be near family. We chose it because it came highly recommended.
It did not disappoint in any way. My uncle was cared for with the utmost dignity, empathy and exceptional professionalism from all the staff he came into contact with. They were interested in his
life as an academic and a professional and he in turn took time to get to know them.
He forged some lovely relationships with staff and called Laxfield House his home.
My sister and I were always welcome to visit and we always felt welcomed and part of the larger "family" his time there was extremely positive.
Reply from Nicholas Knight, Proprietor at Laxfield House

Thank you for taking time to share your very kind comments with us and to submit this review. Your feedback means so much to us and especially to our wonderful team here at Laxfield House. Your Uncle was indeed a great character within the Laxfield House Family and will be long remembered. Best wishes.

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Review from Michael W (Friend of Resident) published on 19 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Over the years that we have been visiting a number of friends who were or are residents at Laxfield House, we have always been welcomed efficiently and warmly. Any questions always answered well and understandable and the residents seen have never expressed a gripe or complaint to us. Laxfield House
do a wonderful + professional job and I would be happy to go there myself if need be.
Reply from Nicholas Knight, Proprietor at Laxfield House

Thank you for taking the time to express your very kind comments on your experiences whilst visiting us all here at Laxfield House - Such a review very much supports, assists and gives assurances to all those individuals who are considering coming into our care. We look forward to welcoming you on your return visits.

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Review from W W (Wife of Resident) published on 8 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have found Laxfield to be the best I could have for my husband (who has mixed dementia with Lewy Body). They have managed him well with good care and dignity. It is a very well-managed nursing home and is a very peaceful place for my husband to be, keeping him safe and comfortable. All the staff are
very caring. I would recommend this nursing home to anyone. They also look out for me and are very mindful of how hard this is for me also.
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Review from Carol G (Niece of Resident) published on 16 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Laxfield House is an excellent care home. Management and staff are always extremely helpful and pleasant. My uncle has been there for 3 years now. During this time, he has deteriorated considerably and Laxfield House have accommodated uncle's decline in every way. My mother and a close friend have also
been here in the past - no complaints.
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Review from Gemma R (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother moved into Laxfield House in January following a lengthy illness and stay in hospital. She moved in for short term respite care, but we are now struggling to convince her to move home! Everything at Laxfield is so well done, from the lovely rooms, large conservatory and gardens, to the excellent
food presented on trays and wonderful, caring staff. We couldn't be happier with her care and should she choose to leave one day, I'm sure she'll be back.
Reply from Nicholas Knight, Proprietor at Laxfield House

Thank you for submitting this Home Review with all your kind comments. We are all so pleased in the way that your Mother has responded to her care here following admission into Laxfield House. It gives us great comfort that she now feels so settled and that she regards Laxfield House as her `Home`. Resident reviews are so very important to us as they form a great indicator / insight to all our future residents who are considering coming into our care, not to mention a positive measure for our staff too - We do very much appreciate the time that you have taken to submit this review.

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Review from Sue H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All aspects of care, wellbeing and dignity were carried out to an exemplary standard for mum and dad at all times. The family were also treated with compassion, being kept well informed at all times and supported throughout. It was also lovely that mum and dad were able to be together in a double room
even though their needs were very different which was a huge comfort not only for my mum and dad but all the family too.
Their room was well maintained and airy and the gardens were very relaxing and mum and dad spent many an afternoon sitting outside enjoying the surroundings. It was such a huge weight off our shoulders as we were confident that mum and dad were receiving all the attention they deserve and we can't thank Laxfield House enough for giving us that peace of mind.
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Review from Barry C (Son of Resident) published on 18 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After considering five care and nursing homes and visiting these over the 2018 Christmas period we had no hesitation in choosing Laxfield House as the most suitable home for my mother. The home is well staffed and always has a suitably qualified nursing sister on duty. My mother has settled in well
and we couldn't have made a better choice for her.
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Review from Stephen M (Nephew of Resident) published on 18 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunty spent four months in another care home prior to transferring to Laxfield House. Only then did I realise how good Laxfield is.
Everyone is genuinely approachable and friendly. The food is well varied with individual preferences catered for outside of basic choices, proper crockery, napkins
and doilies are nice touches. The resident's communal areas are spacious and varied especially the magnificent conservatory. Hygiene is evidently top priority and the ambience throughout the premises is consistently very pleasant.
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Review from M G (Son of Resident) published on 18 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A very good home in beautiful surroundings that provides a professional and high standard of care. Very professional, nice and caring staff who clearly treat residents with respect and dignity.
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Review from Linda P (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When it became impossible for me to care for my mother at home due to disability and dementia, my sister and I had to make the decision to find for her, which was in our opinion, the very best nursing home in East Anglia. Laxfield House more than fulfilled our demanding criteria. Our mother is very
comfortable at Laxfield, where she has a beautiful room with en-suite facilities and is extremely well cared for in all respects. The staff are exemplary, and their kindness not only to our mother but to my sister and myself is unconditional and 24/7. Both my sister and I will always hold a special place in our hearts for everyone at Laxfield House for the kindness and support they show to us always, at what is a most difficult and emotional time.
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Review from B W (Son of Resident) published on 18 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The establishment, staff and level of care are excellent.
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Review from Amanda W (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care home is excellent and the support from the staff is second to none.
On occasions at weekends is a bit short.
Overall I would have no hesitation in recommending it.
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Review from Michael M (Son of Resident) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Laxfield House has a great number of genuine 'carers' on its staff; by that, I mean individuals who really do care about the residents.
The 'surroundings' to the care home, the garden, the conservatory, are wonderful facilities for the residents, and add greatly to the 'within room' care that each
resident receives.
My only concern relates to the ease with which it is possible to telephone my mother, often the phone is not left beside her either when she is in bed or when in her armchair.
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Review from Jane W (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My parents were able to share a double room whereas most nursing homes do not provide this facility.
They were treated very kindly by everyone and nothing was too much trouble, even visitors were offered tea/coffee and cake on arrival.
When dad passed away in September 2018 the staff would sit with
mum and keep her company. Sadly mum passed away 2 months later.
All the management and staff were very kind and compassionate to us all on both of our upsetting occasions.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.702)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.702) out of 10 for Laxfield House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.802 for Laxfield House is calculated as follows: ( (85 Excellents x 5) + (21 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 106 Ratings = 4.802
  2. 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 4.9 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Laxfield House is based on 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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 = 3.9
    2. 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 34 registered maximum number of service users is 6.8, which has been reached with 9 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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: 25 Oct 2018

Overall Good

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  • 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. View Latest Report

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Judy

Judy Carne

Job Title: Matron / Manager Joined: 2010

I have been the Matron / Manager at Laxfield House for 15 years. I qualified as a registered general nurse over 40 years ago and still use my nursing skills daily. I have a background in nursing within the NHS and private nursing homes. I moved to peripatetic management, regional and operational management at senior level within the corporate environment and obtained a wealth experience.


I have always been passionate about good and thorough nursing care and came to Laxfield House as the environment is a calm and caring one, with an infrastructure of skill and knowledge.


I am very proud of my excellent team of dedicated nursing and care staff here at Laxfield House and the way they provide a very high standard to care, attention and whilst respecting resident dignity at all times.


My free time is spent enjoying life with husband, children and grandchildren and can often be found on the local waterways in my trusty Kayak !

Frequently Asked Questions about Laxfield House

What types of Care is Laxfield House registered for?

Older Person Care is the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) category of Care.

How many Rooms does Laxfield House have?

There are 21 Single Rooms and 5 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Laxfield House?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Laxfield House to the centre of Sudbury?

5.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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