Sharston House Nursing Home

Manor Park South, Knutsford WA16 8AQ
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  • Sharston House Nursing Home, Knutsford
Sharston House Nursing Home, which is situated in a peaceful residential area close to Knutsford Town Centre, has recently had an impressive refurbishment. The home combines the warm, friendly feel of a family home with the elegance of an impressive Victorian residence.

The home offers nursing care for older people, in a luxury homely setting. It support residents needing either long term or short term care, including respite care. The home also specialises in providing end of life care and supporting people with Parkinson's Disease.

Set in beautiful grounds it has a large, pleasant patio area, with plenty of outdoor seating areas for residents to sit, relax and enjoy the fresh air, particularly during the summer months.

The home is spacious with a large lounge, quiet conservatory area and a music room as well as a café area where residents can spend time with family and friends.

Mealtimes are an important part of the day and chefs prepare delicious home cooked food to tempt even the most discerning appetite. Residents are encouraged to enjoy their meal in the dining room, taking their time, while socialising and making new friends.

The bedrooms are spacious and Residents are encouraged to personalised their rooms to make them as homely as possible, which helps them settle in quicker.

The well-being of residents is important and the home has a varied entertainment programme which takes into account the likes and dislikes of residents and the different levels of abilities of residents, including a film club, yoga sessions, music afternoons, craft, trips out and visiting professional entertainers.

Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 48 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1250 – £1250
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1250 – £1500
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1250 – £1250
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1400 – £1500

Please speak to the Manager about care home fees. All fees are subject to assessment and availability

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Sharston 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

  • Bindhumol Varughese (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (46)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (4)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (1)

Visiting

  • Open visiting

Parking

  • Allocated visitors parking available

Sharston House Nursing Home Reviews (122)

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9.7

Sharston House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.657) out of 10, based on 43 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sharston House Nursing Home has 122 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since Mum has been in Sharston House she has put weight on and gained confidence with activities. Good company with other residents. The staff are well organised and caring. We know Mum is in good hands and have no worries about Mum staying in Sharston House. She is in a very good caring home.

Reply from Bindhumol Varughese, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Thank you Carole for the positive feedback, highly appreciated. We will continue to keep our hard work to ensure our residents are looked after well and keep them happy and safe.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My wife has enjoyed her stay at Sharston House and is cared for by care people who always look after her and treat everyone with respect. I could not be able to look after her at home in the same way.

Reply from Bindhumol Varughese, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Thank you very much for your positive feedback will be passed on to our care team. We are always happy to improve our service.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mother has been a resident at Sharston House for over two years. In that time she has always been very well cared for by all the staff she has come into contact with. I feel confident that she is treated with dignity and is always safe. The activities at the home are excellent providing a wide variety
of interesting and creative themes. It is a shame that a number of carers have left recently but hopefully, the new recruits will be just as good. My only gripes are that the fees have increased a lot, three times in eighteen months and also that my Mother's bathroom smells rather damp and musty. I have raised both of these items with the manager.

Reply from Bindhumol Varughese, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Liz,
Thank you for the valuable review. We will discuss the issues you mentioned in the review on your next visit to Sharston. Should you feel like speaking to me before your visit please contact me.
Kind regards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Grandma is very settled at Sharston House. She is always clean, comfortable and well cared for. The staff take care to meet her needs and keep her happy.

Reply from Bindhumol Varughese, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Elizabeth, thank you for your lovely comments, which give us as a team more confidence, encouragement and motivation to continue our good work. Highly appreciated.
With kind regards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care given to Mum, who suffers from severe dementia has always been first-rate, and the professionalism and care shown are seen throughout the care home.
As a family, we feel totally confident that Mum is looked after at all times with the utmost care

Reply from Bindhumol Varughese, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Rob, thank you for your support and kind words and appreciation for our service. It is a motivation and empowering our staff to continue their hard work.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been a resident of this home (Sharston House) for two and a half years. I have to say it is a lovely, caring home, and the care team starting with management, nursing team, care staff and domestic and kitchen staff are so amazing; they go above and beyond and work so, so hard in providing
fantastic care to the residents. They are very caring towards the families. I strongly recommend this home to anyone who is looking to find a care home for their loved ones, as it is a family home with the best care team and staff you could ever want and the best care that your loved ones deserve.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visited our friend on the day of the charity coffee morning. I have to say it was a well-run day, and the residents really seemed to enjoy themselves. Our family was definitely made to feel welcome. The staff were very helpful and caring toward the residents, assisting them throughout the morning.
The activities staff really do go the extra mile every time. Thank you all involved.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has received excellent care for over two years now from a very professional and friendly team of staff. She is bedbound now but still enjoys chatting and watching television. The staff always respect her choices and are all so kind. Things seem to be more normal now, and we are always made
to feel welcome whenever we pop in for a visit. It is always lovely to see Mum eating so well.

Reply from Bindhu varghese, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Thank you for your support and teamwork between family and staff, which helps to assist our team to offer good care to your mother. Highly appreciated for taking the time to support us and giving us positive feedback.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff are excellent.
Home is always very clean.
Lots of activities and excellent food!

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Denise, thank you very much for taking the time to complete a review; I will share it with all my team.
Kind regards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The circumstances of my elderly relative changed suddenly resulting in a short stay in hospital followed by a period of rehab care in Sharston House. The house is lovely, it smells fresh and was spotlessly clean on my (so far) 2 visits and I receive a cheery hello from staff during my visits.
My relative
initially struggled with the thought of not being at home, but he soon made good relationships with the staff. Some of whom he likes so much, he'd be happy if they never went home! The nursing care on his previous skin wounds has been exemplary and other existing medical complaints have dramatically improved under the watchful eye of the team. He is not a joiner of groups but has very much enjoyed the weekly visit of the Pets as Therapy dogs in his room and the menu can be tailored for individual tastes.
I have been impressed with the responses when things haven't gone so well. Any issue has been listened to, addressed and resolved with sensitivity by the manager - I couldn't ask for more.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Helen, thanks for taking the time to complete the review for Sharston House. I will share with all my staff they will be happy to receive positive feedback. Kind Regards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My wife has been in Sharston House for some weeks now. She feels safe and well cared for. Sharston House is clean and warm. The staff are kind and very helpful. There is a good atmosphere with lots of laughter and smiles.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Thanks for taking the time to complete the review - I will share it with my staff; they will be very happy with your positive feedback.
Kind regards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Sharston House has never wavered during the past year in its high standard of care and empathy with residents and their relatives. Always resourcing ways to maintain morale and interest in various aspects of their lives. I have found that there is a deep vein of effection through Sharston under the
careful management and the staff, even after the strain put on them with the pandemic.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Lynn, thank you very much for taking the time to complete the review. I will share with all my team; they will be happy with your feedback.
Kind regards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have always been seen promptly and carefully. The staff are very helpful. My wife is a resident and quite contacted.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Thanks for taking the time to complete the review, I will share it with all my team.
Kind regards
Nishi

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The care staff are very kind and friendly. I feel that I can confide in them. They are well trained and efficient. My husband and I are both residents here in a double room. We each have different needs, and the staff take very good care of us and our individual needs. The trained nurses are very skilled,
and they are always on time with the medication.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Carmel, thanks for taking the time to complete the review. I will share this with all my team and discuss with you how can we improve the area requires.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very friendly, courteous staff and management.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Chris, thank you very much for taking the time to complete the review; I will share this with all my team. take care and stay safe.
Kind regards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Apart from having to wait up to 15-mins for the doorbell to be answered when arriving to visit my wife, I found all the staff efficient and helpful - some were particularly welcoming.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Thanks for taking the time to complete the review. Thanks for giving feedback, so we will look at the area that requires some attention. Take care and stay safe.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have only been able to visit a few times, because of the Covid restrictions and I live in Cornwall, but I feel she is receiving the best service available. Staff are extremely helpful and pleasant, nothing is too much trouble. Mum seems to be settling well. Thank you so much for your care and attention.
Many thanks to the Dr's for keeping me informed of her condition.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Thank you very much for taking the time to complete the review for Sharston; we appreciate it. I will share it will all my team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was admitted towards the end of her life, and the staff have provided excellent medical treatment during my mum's final weeks. They have treated her with care and kindness and have been ever willing to help with the limited contact allowed during this Covid lockdown. My father and I cannot
thank them enough.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Thank you so very much for taking the time to complete the review. It was a pleasure looking after your Mum; please accept condolences from all of our team. I will share the feedback with all my team; they will be happy and motivated.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother-in-law became a resident in December 2020. Obviously, due to covid 19, we were unable to visit the home prior to her arrival. However, on the occasions when we've needed to contact the home, the staff have been very friendly, professional and welcoming. Nothing is too much trouble and all
questions asked are fully answered. They are very informative, and weekly emails keep us updated with any news, changes etc. A face to face visit was allowed on Christmas day for my husband to visit his Mum, which was very well organised and went well. Regular Zoom calls happen for all the family to get involved, which is greatly appreciated.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Andrea, thank you for taking the time to complete a review for Sharston House. I will share it with all my team, they will be happy with positive feedback. Staff will be more motivated with the feedback.
It's a pleasure to look after her.
Kind regards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum had a fall and was in the hospital for a few weeks until she was transferred here. I can't thank the staff enough how much how well they look after my mum. They work beyond their expectations and work very hard, plus I know how busy they are. They take good pride and well-being in my mum. They
go out of their way to help me be in contact with my mum with the covid. The staff are always polite and are happy to help in any way.
The home is lovely, beautiful and well presented.

Reply from Nishi Gottlieb, Home Manager at Sharston House Nursing Home

Dear Michelle, thank you very much for taking the time completing this review, its really nice to get feedback to motivate our team. I will share with all my team, they will be thrilled with your positive feedback.
We are here to help anytime.
Kind regards.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.657)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.657) out of 10 for Sharston 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 43 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 42 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 4.657 for Sharston House Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (352 Excellents x 5) + (142 Goods x 4) + (15 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 510 Ratings = 4.657

  • 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 Sharston House Nursing Home is based on 42 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 48 registered maximum number of service users is 9.6, which has been reached with 42 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: 22 Mar 2019

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Good

  • 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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Meet the Team (6)

Bindhu

Bindhu Varughese

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2019

I completed my general nursing and midwifery in 1995 in India. Started my nursing career and worked in super speciality hospitals in medical and surgical wards till 2004.


After moving to the UK, I worked as a staff nurse at Macclesfield General Hospital for 6 years and in different healthcare settings as a nurse.


I joined Kingsley Healthcare in 2019 and held roles as Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager and now Home Manager as of 2022.


I am compassionate, dedicated, caring, and supportive to the residents, family and staff and a good team player.

Kate

Kate Yeung

Job Title: Administrator

Joined: 2025

Kate has worked as an Administrator for over 10 years and has a wealth of experience in the role.


Kate has previously worked in Administrator roles in Hong Kong and, although she has never worked in the care sector before she is loving the challenge of such a busy positive.


She likes working with all the friendly team at Sharston House and enjoys meeting and chatting with residents and their relatives.


In her spare time Kate enjoys running, travelling and meeting new people

Sunali

Sunali Weerasinghe

Job Title: Lifestyle Co-ordinator

Joined: 2025

With over 20 years of experience in media planning, digital strategy, and brand communications across the Middle East and Sri Lanka, I have refined my skills in audience engagement, event curation, and personalised experiences. My expertise lies in designing meaningful and enriching activities that enhance residents' well-being, ensuring every event, social gathering, or therapeutic activity is tailored to their interests and needs. I hold a Master’s in Marketing Communication from Middlesex University, which has strengthened my ability to develop innovative and engaging programs that foster a strong sense of community and connection.


Beyond my corporate background, I am deeply passionate about person-centred care, ensuring that every resident feels valued, heard, and engaged. Whether organising stimulating social events, coordinating wellness activities, or arranging personalized experiences, my goal is to bring joy and fulfilment to residents' daily lives. My approach combines creativity, empathy, and meticulous attention to detail, creating a warm and inclusive environment where everyone feels at home.


I am also committed to intergenerational and community initiatives, having previously supported children's education through creative learning projects. My love for art and craft, baking, and event planning naturally led me to pursue a role as a Lifestyle Coordinator at Sharston House, where I bring my enthusiasm for creativity and connection to enhance the daily experiences of residents.


At Sharston House, I bring a wealth of experience, a compassionate approach, and a dedication to making every moment meaningful—creating enriching experiences that truly make a difference in the lives of those I support.

Louise

Louise Thompson

Job Title: Head of Care

Louise has worked at Sharston House for over 15 years, since she left school.
Initially Louise worked on a part time basis at the home as a Catering Assistant, while she was still at school, as she wanted to go to college and work in the Travel Industry however, she loved working at the home so much that when she left school she decide working in care was her calling and she took on the role as a Carer worker at the home.


During her time at Sharston House Louise has been keen to learn, develop and progress in her role. She has undertaken a number of courses including, her NVQ Level 3 in Care, CHAPS and has also completed a Diploma in Health and Social Care.


Passionate about delivering quality care, she has gained a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience during her career and was delighted to become Head of Care at the home.


In her spare time she loves spending time with her 2 children, which usually involves taking them to their various activities. She also loves going on holiday and exploring new places.

Fatima

Fatima Mir

Job Title: Head of Care

Fatima has worked at Sharston House for over 8 years, initially she started as a Support Worker.


Throughout her time at Sharston House she has been eager to learn, develop and progress in her role and successfully gained her NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Care as well as completing her CHAPS training which has helped her progress to the role of Head of Care at the home.


Fatima has gained a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience during her career and is passionate about delivering person-centred care to residents.
When she is not working Fatima loves relaxing, enjoying the outdoors and spending time with her 2 children.

Douglas

Douglas Hemlin

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2017

Douglas has been a chef at Sharston House for the past four years.


He completed his chef apprenticeship with the Hilton Group and worked at several of their hotels across the globe. He was also the executive chef at the Sea World resort in Australia. Douglas enjoys chatting with the residents and takes pride in providing them with five-star quality meals.

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