Thorburn Manor

2a Thorburn Road, Colinton Village, Edinburgh EH13 0BQ
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  • Thorburn Manor, Edinburgh
Set in a beautiful leafy location amongst rich flora and fauna in the midst of the peaceful Colinton Village, a charming and highly sought-after suburb in the south-west of Edinburgh, Thorburn Manor is a luxurious care home for the elderly.

Previously the site of the former Bonaly School, Thorburn Manor is a thoughtfully designed care home catering for older people with a range of care needs including dementia and palliative care.

The marriage between the Grade ‘C’ listed schoolhouse and their purpose built extension provides the perfect setting to allow their dedicated team to deliver the highest quality care to residents.

The home is registered to cater for 34 residents set in luxurious single rooms with en-suite shower wet room facilities.

Residents enjoy regular, daily activities and have a variety of areas to relax such as the library, quiet lounges and the stunning main lounge which opens onto beautifully landscaped gardens surrounding the property.

The Edinburgh care home is part of the award-winning, family-run Lindemann Healthcare group. All staff are highly trained and motivated to provide a first-class individual care service for all residents and their families.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • 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 34 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

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
  • 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: £1750 – £1950
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1750 – £1950
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1750 – £1950
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1750 – £1950
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1995
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1995
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1995
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1995

Please enquire directly to the care home for pricing information. Fees are set dependant of level of care needs assessed.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Thorburn Manor to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

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

Person in charge

  • Lisa Fallon (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2019

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (34)

Thorburn Manor Reviews (43)

9.9

Thorburn Manor has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.863) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Thorburn Manor has 43 reviews.

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Review from I B (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum moved to Thorburn Manor nursing home in September, and whilst her health was fading, we feel she found a peaceful, welcoming abode there and we are grateful to all the lovely staff for their steadfast support for mum.
Thank you so much for your wonderful care and the kindness you have all shown
to Mum and to us during her stay.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Amazing feedback. Thank you so much - I will share with our team. We will keep doing our best

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Review from Margaret G (Wife of Resident) published on 9 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have only positive experiences with Thorburn Manor. I am very satisfied with the care and find the staff excellent. It is always kept to a high standard of cleanliness and is beautifully appointed and the gardens are a pleasure to be in and a lovely place for residents in the summer to sit out in
such a peaceful setting. I find it nice being a small home and everyone is so friendly.
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Review from Elaine B (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are excellent and the home is well maintained. Daily activities each morning enjoyed by all. Regular trips also take place but with no pressure to attend. Gardens round the building at Thorburn road are well maintained with lots of seats should you wish to sit outside.
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Review from Ron U (Son of Resident) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad is very well cared for. All the staff are caring and friendly which gives us the comfort that any issues Dad may have are dealt with professionally and compassionately. We get regular feedback and constructive interaction relating to Dad's care. Being a smaller home there is a real personal feel
throughout.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your review we really appreciate your support

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Review from Grant F (Friend of Resident) published on 31 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visited a friend today at the care home, a beautiful place. The staff was very welcoming and made me feel welcome the home. Absolutely beautiful and was very impressed. I give the home 10 stars - very impressive care home my friend gets the best quality care in the care home and the staff are superb.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your kinds words. We appreciate you taking the effort.

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Review from Anne B (Friend of Resident) published on 17 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My friend went into Thorburn Manor following a sudden bereavement and deterioration in her own health. From the start the staff were reassuring and kind to both her and to us. I was also reassured to know that many of the staff have been there a long time and still seem enthusiastic in their roles.
The staff have not been fazed by the difficulties my friend has had settling in showing a tremendous degree of knowledge, professionalism and care for her during this time.
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Review from Alastair R (Son of Resident) published on 23 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely afternoon tea in mums room. Thanks for all you do for her. Merry Christmas to you all and best wishes for 2025.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

The team will be delighted to hear your feedback. Merry Christmas

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Review from Vicki M (Sister of Resident) published on 4 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thorburn Manor lay on a high tea in the library for residents and family members. The tea was delicious and the setting was so festive! This was a really lovely touch, thanks, and was much enjoyed by all.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your kind review all the team appreciate it.

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Review from Bruce C (Son of Resident) published on 22 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sadly my mother passed away this week after only seven months in Thorburn Manor. From first to last she had the most amazing care from each and every member of staff. When she went in she had acute nursing needs which meant that the admission process had to be accelerated and the staff went that extra
mile making us feel nothing would be a problem. This continued throughout her time in Thorburn. I cannot believe there can be a more caring staff anywhere. We will be forever grateful for the support and compassion we were shown in her final days.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for letting us care for your mother. We appreciate the review. I hope you are all well at this time. Best regards.

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Review from Jim S (Husband of Resident) published on 30 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife spent her last year in Thorburn Manor after having a major stroke three years previously which left her paralysed down one side and doubly incontinent. Having nursed her at home myself for three years with the help of visiting carers I was a little nervous about placing her in a home.
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Thorburn came highly recommended by someone who regularly attended there and sure enough, from our initial visit onwards, the staff could not have done more to make her comfortable and as active as possible.
Even at the end, the staff provided a supportive and sympathetic atmosphere which made the process bearable.
So to summarise Thorburn Manor is somewhere that I highly recommend. It has bright modern facilities in a welcoming building with amazing staff.
Thank you with all my heart.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your kind words. I'm very grateful you put your trust in us and that the team delivered for you and your wife. Take care.

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Review from Elspeth F (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are amazing my mother-in-law is very happy the place is very welcoming and clean, my aunt used to be a resident here at Thorburn as well 10 years ago. My mother-in-law has been in the care home for 9 years and though she has difficulty communicating, she communicates her satisfaction non-verbally.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your kind review. We will keep trying our best for you and your family.

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Review from Anne C (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff very nice.
Facilities good.
Continually keep family up to date.
As a family, we are very happy with the care given to our parent.
A caring environment.
Activities are geared towards the age group in the home.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your great feedback - it's really appreciated!

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Review from A N (Son of Resident) published on 26 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad looked after very well. Allowed to stay mostly in his room which is his wish. He seems to enjoy the food. He has been here nearly 3 years without having any issues. The gardens and putting green are very nice in the summer.
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Review from Linda B (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After being a resident for the last five years, my father sadly passed away on 25th January. We are so grateful that in his last weeks, the care he received from all the staff was excellent. As a family, we are very grateful for the great care that he received. Thank you to every member of staff.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your lovely words. We appreciate your care for us too. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Thank you for your trust in us. Kindest Regards

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Review from Keith C (Son of Resident) published on 18 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really pleased with today's Christmas High Tea. It was very well organised, the food was excellent and importantly mum really enjoyed it. Loved spending time with our Mum. The festive high tea was well prepared and organised.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your great feedback. I'm glad the team put a good spread for you. Merry Christmas

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Review from H H (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall I am happy with the support and care provided for my mother at Thorburn Manor. The staff are kind and professional and all her daily needs are met. Rooms are kept clean and tidy and there are lots of activities available.
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Review from Colin C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 12 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mary arrived at Thorburn Manor in Sept she and we her family have nothing but praise for the staff and the quality of her care. She has settled in well. We had medical scare a few weeks ago and we were impressed with how this was managed by the staff.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your lovely words. We really appreciate your support! I'm glad you think so highly of our service. We will keep doing are best to raise the standards


Many thanks

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Review from J C (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been looked after at Thorburn for one year. It is a lovely home. The building is light and airy with a lovely garden and a putting green. It seems like a hotel. The food is impressive with different menus. My mum has a clean room with an en-suite bathroom. The staff are very caring and
professional and always smiling. They greet us and my mum by name and keep us up to date with what’s happening. They are so patient with her and know exactly how to manage her. Walking is very important for Mum and she is taken out whenever possible. She is safe. There is an extensive programme of activities and entertainment, including live musicians singing Scottish songs. We are often treated to tea and cakes. The local GP comes in weekly and any issues have been sorted. There is a hairdressing salon in the building which Mum appreciates. I am very happy with my mum’s care. When the time comes and I need care I would choose Thorburn.
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Review from Tricia F (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
There are honestly no words that can explain how I feel about Thorburn Manor, my mum has been in Thorburn Manor for nearly four years now.
The support my mum and my family especially myself have been given has been exceptional, through the most difficult times, settling my mum in, covid, then dealing
with my mum’s dementia, helping me to understand and cope with it, there have been a few tears, but they are always there to help and reassure me and get me through some difficult times,
So a massive thank you to all the staff at Thorburn Manor for your continuous love and support, I couldn’t have gone through these sad and happy times without you, I wouldn’t have wanted to.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your review, as always we appreciate your support

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Review from Ian C (Husband of Resident) published on 7 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have found the atmosphere within the home to be warm, welcoming, and quite anti-institutional in it's design and décor. The facilities are first class and this is backed up by the superb staff. I have yet to walk into the home without receiving a warm welcome and smile. This transfers to the care
my wife is receiving and I know she is very well cared for by each member of staff which provides a great comfort to me. There is a very varied programme of activities although my wife is only able to be involved with some of these, they do cover the opportunity for all residents to be involved in as many as they are able.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you so much for your lovely comments - all the team really appreciate it

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.863)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.863) out of 10 for Thorburn Manor is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 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 4.863 for Thorburn Manor is calculated as follows: ( (172 Excellents x 5) + (23 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 197 Ratings = 4.863
  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 Thorburn Manor is based on 17 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 34 registered maximum number of service users is 6.8, which has been reached with 17 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: 19 Mar 2025
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Very good (5)
How good is our leadership?
Very good (5)
How good is our staff team?
Very good (5)
How good is our setting?
Very good (5)
How well is care and support planned?
Very good (5)
Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland. View Latest Report

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Frequently Asked Questions about Thorburn Manor

What types of Care is Thorburn Manor registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Thorburn Manor have?

There are 34 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Thorburn Manor?

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, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Thorburn Manor to the centre of Edinburgh?

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

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