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Gowrie House Care Home

18/20 West Albert Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife KY1 1DL
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This was the best thing we did for our mum - after settling in she was a new personFiona N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Gowrie House Care Home, Kirkcaldy
The care and consideration shown to our dad is amazing,S A(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Gowrie House Care Home, Kirkcaldy
I get along very well with everyone that works here and I can have a great laughWilliam S(Resident / Service User)
Gowrie House Care Home, Kirkcaldy

Gowrie House Care Home is a tastefully decorated care home where every aspect contributes to residents' quality of life. The home offers person-centred residential, nursing, respite and dementia care.

Set in the heart of the seaside town of Kirkcaldy, the home has four lounges that all overlook the private grounds. the home boasts of a Dining room, café and cinema/activity room. Residents benefit from the home's own hairdressing salon and a...  

Care Provided by Gowrie House Care Home

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 Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other 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

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,600From £1,600
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,600From £1,600
Nursing CareFrom £1,600From £1,600
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,600From £1,600

Contact Gowrie House Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £117.10 per week. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Elaine Berry(Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 1990
  • Last Refurbishment: 2023
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)

Visiting

  • Open visiting

Parking

  • Secure care park at rear of building

Gowrie House Care Home Reviews (62)

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9.8

Gowrie House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.798) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Gowrie House Care Home has 62 reviews.

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Review from Kenneth B (Nephew of Resident) published on 8 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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I would like to praise the staff and management team for their compassion and professionalism whilst providing care to my late auntie. The team continue to provide excellent care to my uncle, this is shown in many ways through the high standard of care and understanding of individual needs.

I would like to emphasise no matter the need or ask of the individual the team try their best to make it happen.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our care Home, it really does mean a lot to us.

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Review from Alex T (Brother of Resident) published on 31 July 2023 Submitted via Website
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My sister has been in Gowrie House for over three years and receives first-class care, and communication from staff is excellent.
There are plenty of activities and always something new planned.
The staff are very understanding and compassionate.

We are delighted with Gowrie House and highly recommend it.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our care home; it really is appreciated to have your feedback.

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Review from J W (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2023 Submitted via Website
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The care that Mum receives is excellent. I would like to mention two particular members of staff. Mum is always well dressed when I visit her and looks really well.
Her room is much nicer now that it has been refurbished.
The meals that I have seen look delicious.
The whole building is looking brighter and cleaner.
The staff are helpful and caring.
Huge improvements have been made, and it has not gone unnoticed.

The manager is helpful and sorts out any concerns quickly.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review Gowrie House; it is great to hear to progress that has been made and for it to be recognised.

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Review from Mike A (Friend of Resident) published on 31 July 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our close friend has been a resident here for over 18 months now. In all of that time, I can find only good things to say regarding the levels of care that she receives.
She is always well-presented, and her personal care is well taken care of. As the time she has been here has passed, she has been encouraged to take part in all activities suitable for her, which she now participates in and enjoys greatly.
She loves getting her hair done and the pamper days where she has her nails done and hands massaged.
Her room is kept clean, as are all areas within the home. She gets on well with all members of staff. The carers and nurses are all willing to spend time with her on a one-to-one basis if required, and she enjoys these moments hugely.

A huge thanks to everyone there for doing a fantastic job.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review Gowrie House; we really appreciate your feedback and your support.

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Review from D W (Son of Resident) published on 31 July 2023 Submitted via Website
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I am very grateful for the end-of-life care at Gowrie House, which supported my father, and his family, through the hardest of times. The staff were exceptional as they cared for Dad and for his visitors, guiding us gently and giving us confidence that everything that could be done was being done. I can’t deny that there were ups and downs during his residency, but at the most difficult time for us, many of the staff were outstanding.
For anyone with a friend or relative at Gowrie, I would recommend getting to know the staff as early as possible to build up a relationship with them. You will find they are good people who want to know about the person they are looking after, and some will develop a valuable rapport with your loved one.

And in the end, they all shared our grief.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for your feedback; it was a pleasure to know and care for your dad.

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Review from Louise L (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2023 Submitted via Website
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My Dad has been in Gowrie House for 9 months now and is very settled.
From the moment I step through the door I am greeted and chatted to and this follows through to the carers, nurses, chef, maintenance person, cleaners etc etc. Most staff within the home know my Dad by name and always have a good word to say about him. Dad has great relationships with all the staff in Gowrie House and enjoys sitting own at meal times for chats and good food with the other residents. We love sitting in the garden which has loads of beautiful flowers. If I have any concerns I am able to talk to a member of staff to get my concerns across and they have always come back to me with an answer.

I feel very grateful to know that my Dad has great care 24/7 and this gives me great peace of mind. Thanks to every member of staff in Gowrie.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for providing some lovely feedback about Gowrie House. It is a pleasure to look after you Dad.

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Review from Margaret S (Wife of Resident) published on 21 June 2023 Submitted via Website
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My husband has now been in a year and must say I have not had one complaint and must congratulate all staff on receiving the high marks from the recent inspection. They all include you in their activities and celebrations which myself and family have attended with gusto.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for reviewing our care home, we really appreciate your feedback and it is great to include everyone in our home.

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Review from Jill S (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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Very happy with the care Dad receives. He's happy and content. Dad likes his food and there's certainly plenty on offer!
All staff, from reception to caring staff to management, all welcome you with a smile and a chat. The activities team do an excellent job.

The home has a nice friendly feel to it and would recommend it to anybody looking for a care home for their loved one.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it.

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Review from Susan R (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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Delighted to have found such a lovely nursing home for my elderly and frail mum! She had a bad fall at home, resulting in a 12-week hospital stay and then began the process of visiting nursing homes (when it became apparent that she could never return home). From the first minute I visited Gowrie House, I felt a very welcoming atmosphere with warm greetings from all staff and residents! When I left thirty minutes later, I knew that this was my preferred choice for Mum and, kindly, the manager ensured a bed was available on her discharge, which was much appreciated! Mum has now been a resident for seven weeks and although she is still adjusting to her new environment, myself and family are very happy with the care Mum is receiving and the excellent home-cooked food! All the staff are very pleasant, kind and patient and we are extremely grateful for their kindness in caring for Mum. We look forward to the summer months when we can all enjoy the beautiful sunny gardens.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for your review, first few weeks are the hardest to adjust to such great changes, however, it is great to hear your mum feels settled.

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Review from Margaret D (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum has now been in Gowrie House Care Home since September 2019. You can see that the whole team genuinely care for her and this provides great comfort to myself and all the family. The care of my mother in August 2022 when she had a stroke was beyond the call of duty. My mum is very happy, safe and settled. All of the staff are amazing, everyone speaks to me and my mum. All staff and management do an excellent job.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. We have a very dedicated team here at Gowrie and it is good to have the recognition from you.

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Review from Valerie O (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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My Dad received excellent care throughout his time at Gowrie House Care Home and sadly passed away in September but what I wanted to review was the end-of-life care he received. It's not something you want to think about for your parents but the experience at Gowrie was exceptional. All of the staff were truly amazing, always treating my dad with care, compassion and dignity and keeping us informed throughout with his condition. They went above and beyond. Not only did they look after my Dad, they looked after my sisters and I, keeping us upbeat, there to listen if we needed a chat and offering words of comfort and a cuddle when we were feeling low. We will never be able to truly express how much it meant to us. The words thank you just don't seem enough. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Gowrie House Care Home. The care and well-being of every resident and their family is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.

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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 November 2022 Submitted via Website
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Was a bit hesitant about putting Mum into a care home, it was something I said that would never happen but to be honest it's been the best decision we as a family have made. Mum settled in quickly and I can now enjoy spending time with her as her daughter and not her carer. All of the staff from the minute you enter are always welcoming and the staff in the Lewis suite are very caring and brilliant with my mum. I have absolutely no worries about the care my mum is receiving.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our care home, it is lovely to hear you are enjoying spending quality time with your mum.

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Review from Ann H (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 November 2022 Submitted via Website
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From the moment you enter the home until you leave, the staff are all very welcoming and always have time for a chat or to answer any questions. When we were looking for a nursing home for Dad, some people screwed up their faces at the mention of Gowrie House Care Home from their knowledge of residents' care in previous years however, we heard it was now in the hands of new owners/staff and couldn't be happier with the care and attention Dad receives. The social worker also said this was a good place to consider. There are various activities twice a day and also events relatives and friends can attend. My dad has only been in five months and we have been to several events. Even my 15 year old granddaughter was impressed with the way the staff communicated and connected with the residents when she attended one of the events with me. I would not hesitate to recommend Gowrie House.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you very much for taking the time to review our service. It is especially great to hear that you are happy with your dad's care, we endeavour to provide a high standard of care and support at Gowrie House.

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Review from Mary S (Wife of Resident) published on 2 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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I couldn't speak highly enough about Gowrie House Care Home. My husband is very well looked after and all the staff and management do an excellent job. He is really happy there and the care and attention he receives daily from all the lovely care staff are clear to see. His room is always clean and tidy and is nice and bright for him to sit in. When I visit him, I am always greeted with a smile and a cup of tea too.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review us, your feedback is much appreciated.

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Review from L M (Wife of Resident) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Manager and carers, the best.
Patients are well looked after.
Plenty of entertainment.

I'm kept up to date on any changes to my husband eg, medication.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind comments, on behalf of all of our staff, it is very much appreciated.

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Review from Dianne W (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My parents moved to Gowrie House Care Home at the end of 2021. The transition into care was made seamless by all the staff. They are always attentive and friendly and make us feel like we have an extended family. My parents have made new friends with other residents and are well looked after.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our home. We really appreciate all feedback and it is good to hear your and your parent's experiences within Gowrie House.

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Review from M K (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 30 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are very friendly and the home is very clean. Relatives enjoy the food very much.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Gowrie House Care Home. The care and well-being of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.

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Review from C C (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 20 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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My sister-in-law has been a resident for the last six months and has received excellent care. She is largely bed-bound and is monitored constantly. She often comments on the friendliness and care of the staff.

Previously, my brother was a resident until his death in June 2021 and, again, received the best of care.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind comments, on behalf of all of our staff, it is very much appreciated.

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Review from Linda P (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum has now been in Gowrie for one year. I am happy with her level of care. Carers are all very friendly and helpful (some more than others). My mum seems very happy withing Gowrie.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review Gowrie House.

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Review from Mary F (Relative of Resident) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Wonderful staff, very friendly and welcoming. High standards of cleanliness, strict Covid rules. A lovely place to be.

Reply from Gwyneth Christie, Manager at Gowrie House Care Home

Thank you very much for taking the time to review our home.

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  • 07 Jul 2026

    Summer Fete 2026! ?? We may not have had the sunshine we ordered... ????? but that certainly didn't stop us having a fantastic afternoon here at Gowrie! ?? A huge...

  • 02 Jul 2026

    One of Gowrie’s major focuses for 2026 has been enhancing our garden space, and we are delighted with the progress made so far. Our garden continues to flourish with the...

  • 11 Mar 2026

    ?? Sugar, Ah Honey Honey!?? At our coffee morning, our wonderful residents have been busy creating a sweet new fundraising idea — £1 Sweetie Mix-Ups! Each bag is filled with...

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Meet the Team (9)

Elaine Berry
Elaine BerryJob Title:Care Home ManagerJoined: 2025
With over 30 years of experience in the care sector, Elaine brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and leadership to our home. Originally training as a Mental Health Nurse, she has dedicated her career to supporting others and has spent many years successfully managing care homes across the region.

Elaine is passionate about creating a warm, person-centred environment where residents feel truly at home, and where staff are supported to provide the highest standard of care.

Outside of work, she loves spending time with her three children and five grandchildren, describing family time as her favourite way to spend her spare time

Lorraine Brophy
Lorraine BrophyJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2021
Hi, my name is Lorraine.

I have worked in care for over 30 years now in many roles, care assistant, home manager and most positions in between.

I am passionate about person-centred care and individualised care planning. I came to work in Gowrie House on March 21, and I am enjoying and looking forward to the ongoing development of small-unit living.

In my spare time, I support Celtic FC and attend as many games as possible. I also love to visit my son and granddaughter in Portugal.

Richie Scobbie
Richie ScobbieJob Title:MaintenenaceJoined: 2018
Hi, my name is Richie Scobbie.

I am the maintenance man here at Gowrie House. I have been with the home for 2 and a half years now and enjoy being part of the Gowrie team. My role at the home is to maintain the home to a high standard making sure that all is safe for the residents and staff. When I am at home, I like to spend time with my kids going to their football games or fishing with my sons, we also like to go on family walks or do a spot of magnet fishing or camping.

Keira Kirkwood
Keira KirkwoodJob Title:AdministratorJoined: 2025
Meet Keira

Keira joined Gowrie in 2025, bringing with her a strong background in administration, having previously worked within the hotel and hospitality industry. Her experience in customer service and organisation has been a great asset to the team.

A dedicated mum, Keira loves spending quality time with her son, Sam, and enjoys weightlifting in her spare time — a hobby that reflects her positive energy and determination both in and out of work

team Gowrie House
team Gowrie HouseJob Title:Housekeeping

Meet some of our domestic team who work tirelessly to keep our home to a high standard of cleanliness

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Kaitlyn
Suzanne

Gillian

Amy Louise Rogers
Amy Louise RogersJob Title:Team Leader Activities CoordinatorJoined: 2023

Meet Amy – Activities Team Leader

Amy joined our team in 2023 and brings with her a rich background in adult disability care, combined with a lifelong love of music. Before joining Gowrie, Amy balanced her care work alongside her involvement in the music industry — a combination that has shaped her creative and person-centred approach to activities.

She has a real passion for bringing joy and purpose to life in our home, especially through the integration of music into everyday care.

Outside of work, Amy loves attending live gigs and discovering new music.

Vickie Carmichael
Vickie CarmichaelJob Title:Senior CarerJoined: 2017

Vickie has been a valued member of our team for many years, providing compassionate, person-centred care within our dementia communities. Her dedication, experience, and natural ability to support both residents and colleagues have recently led her to take on the new and well-deserved role of Senior Carer.

Outside of work, Vickie enjoys spending quality time with her daughter, making the most of every moment together.

Rosie Crawford
Rosie CrawfordJob Title:Hairdresser & BeauticianJoined: 2026

With over eight years of salon experience, alongside personal experience supporting people living with dementia, we were delighted to welcome Rosie to the team this year. She brings both professional expertise and a compassionate understanding to her role, creating a calm, enjoyable experience for every resident.

Rosie is available in the salon for residents on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Ava Peters
Ava PetersJob Title:Nurse

Ava has been our dedicated nurse for many years and is a truly valued asset to our team. Throughout her time with us, she has built strong, meaningful relationships with our residents, taking the time to understand their individual needs and preferences. Her experience, compassion, and commitment to high-quality care make her an integral part of our community.

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