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Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

1 Church Lane, Wheldrake, York, North Yorkshire YO19 6AW
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The home is spotlessly cleanL M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
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The staff and facilities are fantastic and nothing is too much trouble.L M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Somerset House Care & Nursing Home, York
Somerset House Care & Nursing Home, York

Somerset House Nursing Home provides accommodation for up to 43 residents, offering nursing, residential, dementia and respite care in a family led, comfortable setting.

The beautiful 19th Century House features en-suite bedrooms, four lounges and a separate dining area with conservatory for residents to relax in. The central courtyard and scented garden is ideal for those who wish to spend time outdoors.

The home has a dedicated Well-being and Activities team...  

Care Provided by Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • 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 55 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,400From £1,450
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,400From £1,450
Nursing CareFrom £1,500From £1,550
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,500From £1,550

All our fees are subject to a care needs assessment. All fees quoted are a guideline, please contact the care home for a detailed price for your care requirements.

Contact Somerset House Care & Nursing Home 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

Person in charge

  • Dipin Peter (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2016
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (55)

Visiting

  • Visitors welcome at any time

Parking

  • Somerset House has a car park onsite

Somerset House Care & Nursing Home Reviews (41)

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9.7

Somerset House Care & Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.710) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Somerset House Care & Nursing Home has 41 reviews.

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Review from Denise N (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I always find the staff here most pleasant and helpful. My mother is well looked after and cared for. The management team are most helpful and polite.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words regarding Somerset House and the care we provide for your mother. It's a pleasure to care for her and your feedback will be shared with the team. Best regards.

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Review from Pamela B (Friend of Resident) published on 21 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Reall good care home with lovely staff. Always polite and friendly. Nothing is too much trouble, we are always made welcome and offered a drink. Lovely place.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words and feedback for Somerset House Care and Nursing Home. Your comments will be shared with the staff team. Best Regards,

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Review from E B (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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This home is very well run. All the staff welcome us all every time we visit. They look after our mum very well indeed. They are the best.

Reply from Dipin Peters, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind review of Somerset House Care & Nursing Home. We are very pleased to hear that you are happy with the care our staff provides for your mum. I will share your kind words with the rest of the team.

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Review from Susan H (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been a resident for 18 months and has always been looked after well. All the staff have a caring attitude, and nothing seems to be too much bother. The home is always clean, and so is my mother.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to write a review for Somerset House Care & Nursing Home; it is our pleasure to care for your mother, and we are delighted to hear how pleased you are with our care.

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Review from Janet T (Niece of Resident) published on 27 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My uncle has been in Somerset House for a few months now, and the manager and staff are very friendly and welcoming. The staff are very caring and always keep you informed about things that are going on with your family.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Somerset House Care & Nursing Home. It is our pleasure to care for your uncle, and it's wonderful to hear that you find our staff team friendly.

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Review from Patsy A (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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My 97-year-old mum has been a resident at Somerset House for 15-months now, and I continue to be impressed by the high standard of care provided by both management and staff. Mum is settled and happy and never seems to go short of affection and hugs from her carers. I am always kept fully up to date with her care requirements and condition, and I have full confidence that she is safe and happy in their care.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Somerset House, it is our pleasure to care for your mother as part of our Somerset House family. It's lovely to hear how friendly and helpful you've found our staff team.

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Review from Louise B (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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My mum has been a resident at Somerset House for almost 6-years now. The standard of care is extremely high, and the staff are always friendly, with nothing being too much trouble for them.
There are numerous activities arranged for residents to help them pass the day, and they are always encouraged to participate, with themes according to the time of year.
Staff keep in touch with me on a regular basis to inform me of any concerns, and there is a good dialogue with the management team who hold relatives meetings every couple of months.

I would not hesitate to recommend Somerset House as a care home to anyone looking for a high standard of care for their loved one.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Somerset House; we appreciate all comments and feedback. It is a pleasure to care for your mother and get to know your family. We appreciate your kind words and will pass on your thanks to the staff team. Thank you for your recommendation.

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Review from G J (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My dad has settled well at Somerset House due to the staff being kind and helpful with his dementia. If I need to know anything about what is happening with him, every member of staff is always helpful. He always smiles when he sees any member of staff, which tells me a lot - if he is happy, so am I to walk away knowing that he is looked after.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to write a review for Somerset House Care & Nursing Home, we appreciate all comments and feedback. We are delighted to hear how happy your father is with us, and it is a pleasure to see his lovely smile and to care for him as part of our family here at Somerset House.

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Review from D C (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother is very happy here. The staff support her needs well, and she feels at home here. From my point of view, the staff and management are friendly and approachable. Activities are varied, and residents can join in or not as they wish. The food always looks good, and my mother enjoys it. I would recommend Somerset House to anyone looking for a residential care home.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for recommending Somerset House Care & Nursing Home, and for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted to hear how happy your mother is with us, and it is a pleasure to care for her as part of our family here at Somerset House.

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Review from Mark B (Son of Resident) published on 28 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Since my mother's arrival at Somerset House, I have been extremely happy with the quality of care Mum has received. I have found the home to be professional and caring. The biggest compliment I can make is that my mum is happy, which reflects her quality of care and life. Thank you.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to write a review for Somerset House; it's wonderful to hear how happy you are with our care of your mother. It is a pleasure to care for her as part of our family here at Somerset House.

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Review from M F (Friend of Resident) published on 28 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Friendly, comfortable, professional and caring. Excellent feedback at all time - including first-class support from all levels of staff, managers, nurses, carers, and most importantly, admin.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Somerset House; we are pleased to hear that you have found our staff to be so helpful and professional.

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Review from N K (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Extremely pleased with the care for my mum. She looks well and happy and is always clean and tidy. The staff are caring, friendly and very professional. The home is always immaculate and smells lovely (especially the divine smaller from the kitchen)! The grounds are beautifully kept too. Feel that my much-loved mum is receiving the best care possible. Many thanks.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for your complimentary review of Somerset House Care & Nursing Home; it is our pleasure to care for your mother. We are delighted that she is so happy with us.

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Review from Joan c (Niece of Resident) published on 28 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home is well run and organised, and the staff are extremely helpful. I am always kept informed of any changes and activities happening. There is always a person at the end of the telephone if I have any questions.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for leaving a review for Somerset House Care & Nursing Home; we appreciate all comments and feedback. We are delighted to hear that you feel well informed and that your loved one is well cared for here at Somerset House.

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Review from Loraine N (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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My father was a resident receiving end of life care. He lasted 9-months and was happy and comfortable. The staff were very kind and caring. Over the months, they kept us updated on Dad and didn't seem to mind how many times we called. It made it easier for us, as we lived in London and due to lockdown, made it difficult. We did manage to visit Dad a few times but not at the end as lockdown had started again. Thank you all for your help and care and for making Dads last moments as comfortable as he could be. Somerset House, you did a good job. A special thank you to those at the reception.

Reply from Dipin Peter, Home Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you for writing a review for Somerset House; we appreciate all comments and feedback. I will pass your kind words on to the staff team.

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Review from Pat A (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 October 2020 Submitted via Website
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My mother and step father are both residents at Somerset House and I have been very pleased with the care and kindness they have received from the lovely staff. All the high standard meals are cooked on site with a good of choice available. I have been pleased with the activities that are provided to cover all abilities and the nice gardens where the residents are taken when the weather permits. I would recommend this well run home.

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Review from S R (Goddaughter of Resident) published on 7 February 2020 Submitted via Website
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Lovely, homely atmosphere when you walk into the home.
Staff so caring with residents and great to see so many activities going on... I even joined in!

Would recommend to all friends and family.

Reply from Laura Mills, Customer Relations Manager at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home

Thank you so much for reviewing our lovely home. The team work extremely hard to make it a nice place to live, visit and work so their recognition will be much appreciated.

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Review from S G (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 September 2019 Submitted via Website
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A lovely home with a nice group of staff who are kind and caring. My mother is well cared for and staff go out of their way to make sure she is comfortable and content. Management are approachable and I see a varied range of activities, even though my mother doesn't like to join in, it is good to know the option is there for her. As a nurse myself, I am impressed with the level of physical care delivered even if sometimes my mum has to wait a little. I am always kept updated in her care and informed of issues.

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Review from Sue T (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 4 July 2019 Submitted via Website
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My mother-in-law is well cared for and well respected. Staff relate very well to her and I feel they know her preferences, skills and her needs. The catering is very good and there is plenty of choice of home cooked food. Management are approachable and respond to suggestions and requests. There is a lovely atmosphere and many of my mother-in-law's visitors have commented on the friendly welcome they get.

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Review from Maralyn (Friend of Resident) published on 17 May 2019 Submitted via Website
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I visited a friend in the home last year. I was very impressed by the welcome I received from the staff on my arrival. My friend's room was lovely, and she seemed extremely content.

The facilities were better than I expected. The food was of a very good standard. I think that if my circumstances were to change, and I could not take care of myself, then I would certainly apply for residency.

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Review from K H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Currently, the care home is going through many changes including a change to management and staff. Hopefully for the better in some ways. My grandma is happy there but I am never 100% happy with all care, always have to keep checking e.g. my gran always has really dirty hands so hygiene care is always questionable. She is rarely taken out or any activities going on to keep her mood happy. Care staff try their best to get things right but a number of times they are understaffed (this has started to improve I think).

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Regulatory Rating

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Date: 11 February 2020
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  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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News (4) & Events (0)

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  • 01 Jul 2026

    Residents, families, and members of the local community gathered at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home in Wheldrake to celebrate the official opening of the home’s newly extended and refurbished...

  • 20 Apr 2026

    A special wish was brought to life for Joan, a resident at Somerset House Care & Nursing Home in Wheldrake, as she enjoyed the chance to experience live classical music...

  • 01 Apr 2026

    Somerset House Care & Nursing Home in Wheldrake invites the local community to its newly refurbished and extended home during an open day on Thursday, 16th April, from 2pm to...

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Awards / Recognitions (12)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Country Court
  • 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Country Court
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Country Court

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Meet the Team (4)

Dipin Peter
Dipin PeterJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2006
Home Manager Dipin Peter, who has been with Country Court Care for 13 years, began his career as a student nurse at Abbey Grange Nursing Home in Sheffield. After qualifying as a Registered General Nurse he worked his way to Deputy Manager and was promoted to Home Manager in 2016. Dipin is married and has two girls aged 9 and 1.

Following Country Court Care’s acquisition of Somerset House Dipin was asked to share his extensive knowledge of nursing care and best practice at the home. His positive approach to person-centred care has boosted staff morale and created a supportive atmosphere where staff work together in a happy environment.

Neil Standish
Neil StandishJob Title:Chef Manager

Neil consistently produces a varied range of nutritious and exciting meals for our residents, catering for a wide range of dietary requirements and preferences. Before each meal, the dining room is laid with tablecloths, napkins, cutlery and table decorations. Neil’s regular ‘come dine with us’ nights enable relatives to join residents for a fine dining experience at their home.

Jerry Stephen
Jerry StephenJob Title:Deputy Manager

Jerry has worked for Country Court since 2007 at both Somerset House and our sister homes in Sheffield. He leads the care and nursing team shifts and is passionate about delivering person-centred care.

Jeanette Tosney
Jeanette TosneyJob Title:Activity Coordinator

Jeanette gets to know all of our residents, their likes, dislikes, hobbies and interests. Jeanette takes our residents on outings to the local area, organises quizzes, games and sing-a-longs in the home and many other activities at the request of our residents.

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