Murrayfield House Care Home

66 Murrayfield Avenue, Edinburgh EH12 6AY
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  • Murrayfield House Care Home, Edinburgh
Located within a leafy suburb of Edinburgh, Murrayfield House Care Home is a beautiful Grade A listed building complete with a purpose-built extension. Murrayfield House is a 100 bedded care home offering nursing, nursing dementia and residential care.

At Murrayfield House Care Home residents have a choice of lounge areas which feature comfortable and specially designed furnishings or residents may choose to visit the café with friends or relatives.

The home has a range of comfortable and well-equipped bedrooms; most rooms also have views across the garden whilst others overlook the courtyard.

Chefs at Murrayfield House pride themselves on knowing the tastes of residents and preparing a choice of fresh, nutritional meals and catering for any dietary and cultural needs.

At HC-One, experienced home managers and members of staff ensure kindness is at the heart of everything they do.
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Care Provided by Murrayfield House Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • 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 100 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1650 – £1750
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1850 – £1950

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Murrayfield House Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

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 £248.70 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £111.90 per week. This support is is not reflected in this fee amount.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Fiona Truesdale (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (92)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (92)

Murrayfield House Care Home Reviews (141)

9.7

Murrayfield House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.677) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Murrayfield House Care Home has 141 reviews.

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Review from A S (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother was a resident at Murrayfield House for 1 year 8 months. The staff were kind and helped her settle and despite her many demands for help (through her family) they looked after her well and the nursing staff managed her sodium level for the first time in many years. She didn't want to be there
but in the circumstances, it was the best choice and we would choose the same home again if we had her time over. She lived with dignity to the end.
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Review from Christine R (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care my mother receives is extremely good and the staff are very caring, professional and friendly. My mother is much happier since her move to the care home as she has people to talk to. There are interesting and appropriate activities arranged. She is happy with her room there and enjoys the meals.
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Review from D R (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 9 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Nice staff. Meals are good but sometimes meat can be a bit tough. Love the pet therapy. I like that I am escorted to appointments.
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Review from Donald J (Son of Resident) published on 28 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very warm and comfortable environment. Staff are exceptional.
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Review from Judi C (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has only been in The Murrayfield Nursing Home for eight weeks but what a difference it has made. Before she was housebound and only had contact with her carers four times a day. Now the nurses and care assistants spend time speaking to her at all times of the day which means she is more mentally
stimulated than before.
She participates in activities run in the nursing home and goes out in the minibus visiting alpacas, barge trips etc. During the lovely weather, she was outside which would never have happened at home.
Although my mum was set against going into a nursing home, she is now settled, enjoys the care and company and indeed has said after an outing 'home again' which are words I never thought I'd hear!
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Review from Walter G (Son of Resident) published on 7 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Residents facilities and activities are excellent and staff are all professional, friendly and helpful. A great environment that is very inclusive of family members.
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Review from E A (Sister of Resident) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always greeted in a friendly manner. Staff very helpful and caring. Rooms clean and cheerful.
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Review from L D (Son of Resident) published on 27 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident for some three and a half years and suffers from dementia. After a settling in period, she has now fully accepted that this is her home. This acceptance is entirely due to the staff and management who have worked hard to make it happen in a quiet and efficient manner exercised
with patience and grace. The care and facilities are first class which gives peace of mind to relatives knowing that their loved ones are safe, comfortable and in receipt of the help that they require.
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Review from Gillian A (Wife of Resident) published on 19 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was a resident here for two years and was looked after very well. The staff were fantastic, caring and special - treating him with dignity at all times. They also looked after our family.


I still work in the cafe and feel privileged to be part of Murrayfield House care home in a small

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Review from J M (Husband of Resident) published on 19 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is the third occasion on which I have used the home in the last 20 years.
The standards of care, accommodation and food have always been high - as one expects.
I also suspect we subsidise too many who should be supported by central/local government!
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Review from A W (Regular Volunteer) published on 18 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot fault the care that my mum had during her 3 years of residence.
I have been a volunteer here for 8 years and the high standards continue.
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Review from June R (Friend of Resident) published on 15 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have always found the staff very polite and friendly. Grounds and building always well attended.
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Review from Heather M (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Totally trust everyone here. Staff are all very caring and friendly. Mum very happy and I am very happy that she is being looked after so well.
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Review from Kirsty S (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are in my view unstintingly respectful towards my father and deal with my father's health condition in a sympathetic and generous fashion. I love that everyone knows his name and never pass without saying hello. I do wish that my Dad had more one to one time with staff as he finds socialising
with other residents difficult due to his health, but appreciate why this cannot be the case. I know my Dad is well cared for and I appreciate the support staff are prepared to offer us as a family. Thank you all!
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Review from Angela C (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Greatly appreciate Murrayfield Care home's focus on meeting my father's need for autonomy and dignity whilst maintaining his safety and security. Thank you for all you do.
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Review from Margaret S (Resident) published on 17 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every aspect of my personal care is catered for.
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Review from D M (Son of Resident) published on 20 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are always friendly, attentive, smiling, caring and willing to answer any questions at any time. I am so grateful and content that my mum is in a wonderful facility. It gives me great peace of mind.
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Review from Olga C (Wife of Resident) published on 28 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Management pro-active; meaning understanding its responsibilities, observant of facts and issues that affect the running of the home.
Staff friendly and efficient in difficult circumstances.
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Review from Graham D (Nephew of Resident) published on 30 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home staff are very helpful and friendly, both for the resident and also for the family. As a new resident, the home has made the transition to life here very easy and in a calm manner. The admin team has been very helpful and is very efficient.
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Review from Claire M (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 December 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mother moved into Murrayfield House at the beginning of September 2017. She moved from her home in Ayr after living there for 49 years. She is now near my sister and I and we feel it has been a very positive move for mum. She has settled in well, her additional needs are met extremely well and she
is able to see much more of her close family.
We are extremely impressed with the lovely staff, nurses and front of house reception and cleaners etc...
The café is a great place to meet for lunch. Very happy.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.677)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.677) out of 10 for Murrayfield House Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.677 for Murrayfield House Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (194 Excellents x 5) + (63 Goods x 4) + (12 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 269 Ratings = 4.677
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Murrayfield House Care Home is based on 23 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 + 0.1 = 4
    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 100 registered maximum number of service users is 20, which has been reached with 23 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 Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 3 Jun 2025
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Good (4)
How good is our leadership?
Good (4)
How good is our staff team?
Good (4)
How good is our setting?
Very good (5)
How well is care and support planned?
Good (4)
Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland. View Latest Report

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