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 Audrey M (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Dad spent the last year of his life in Thorburn Manor, he settled in very quick and was very well cared for. The staff are very good with the residents. I always felt welcome and I am thankful for the care my dad was given.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your great feedback. We all really appreciate your kind words.
Thank you

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Review from Helen C (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband and I have just had the most beautiful Christmas tea with my dad in the gorgeous library. We were so impressed last year and this year was equally impressive. The food was delicious, I think that dad's favourite bit was the trifle! All of the team at Thorburn Manor are so caring and attentive
and I know that my dad thinks the world of them. From us as a family, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for the kindness you show to dad and us. We hope you have a wonderful Christmas
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you, Helen. We greatly appreciate your lovely words. Have a great Christmas.

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Review from Ann H (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thorburn Manor is a super care home. My parents are both looked after extremely well, both with their differing care needs. I am very grateful to all the excellent staff for all their hard work, it is a huge weight off, to know my parents are so well cared for in such a nice home.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Ann thank you so much. I'm grateful for your trust in us. We will keep trying our best.

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Review from Jenny F (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been in Thorburn Manor now for over two months. She's settled in so well and seems very happy, which is so reassuring for myself and my brother and sister. The staff have been so caring and patient with her. She's enjoyed all the activities they do on a daily basis, including a trip on the canal
barge and carol singing in Morningside. We just had a fabulous Christmas afternoon tea today with lovely sandwiches and cakes. All I can say is a big thank you to all staff.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Amazing feedback thank you so much. We are so glad your mother is settling in.

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Review from David S (Son of Resident) published on 6 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely place which cares for Dad so well. Very grateful, thanks so much. Great to see him for Christmas afternoon tea. Keep up the good work all, Dad is so happy and settled here at Thorburn Manor.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your support, David. Much appreciated. Sean Black.

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Review from Allan M (Son of Resident) published on 6 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are wonderful and very efficient in looking after our mother. My mother is so happy here and enjoys her accommodation and the friends that she has made here. Her room is always clean and tidy and her bathroom is spotless. Whenever we visit her, there always seem to be activities going on to
entertain and stimulate the residents.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thanks Allan. Glad to get such great feedback. Much appreciated, Sean.

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Review from Jill I (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our family are all very happy with the care provided at Thorburn Manor. Mum has been a resident for over two years and is very well looked after and we have never had any concerns with her care. All the staff are very professional, friendly and kind.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your lovely comments. Thanks for trusting in us.

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Review from Liz T (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was in Thorburn Manor for three and a half years. During that time, she made many new friends and was always ready to take part in a very varied programme of entertainment. The staff organise lots of interesting and enjoyable activities for residents and are very good at gently encouraging people
to try new things and have fun. The kindness and quality of care from everyone was wonderful and as Mum became frailer, the nursing care was excellent and she did not suffer any distress or discomfort. What surprised me was the support that staff also provided to my sister and myself in Mum's final days - I hadn't expected it and it helped us enormously. The first time I walked in to Thorburn Manor to see if it might be a suitable place for Mum, I felt there was something about it that was warm, kind and caring. It is a lovely bright and airy place and the atmosphere is very welcoming. I am so glad I found it as Mum was very happy there.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your comments, Liz. It makes me feel proud you feel this way and I appreciate everything you have said and the support you have given us. I will pass your kind words on to the team. Best wishes.

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Review from M P (Niece of Resident) published on 31 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely care home which is small, friendly and very well designed and maintained. The gardens are also beautiful and provide a lovely environment for a visit when the weather permits. All the staff are very attentive, patient and caring as well as very helpful. There are a wide variety of events which
take place on a regular basis within the home, and the recent family picnic day was a lovely and much-appreciated thought.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you for your kind words. I will pass on to our team.

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Review from Shona B (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 June 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very grateful to the wonderful staff at Thorburn Manor for the care given to my mum. From the earlier than planned entry to the Jubilee celebrations, the staff went above and beyond to ensure not only my mum but my family were well cared for and supported throughout her stay. It's never easy
to make these decisions when it's time for a care home, but I was reassured and relieved knowing she was in attentive, capable hands. The staff are a great team and there is a sense of continuity with a small regular team. The grounds and garden and the care home are so beautifully kept, we enjoyed our tea in the garden. I have no hesitation to recommend this care home to anyone making decisions about where and when they or their loved one should go.
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Review from H K (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with the care given to my Mum over the past year. The staff are always very attentive and caring. Would recommend this care home to anyone considering this home. Mum has always been happy to praise the food and staff.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you so much for your kind words I will make sure to share this with the team who deserve such high praise. Kind regards Sean Black.

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Review from Sheila R (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 December 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Yesterday my sister and I attended a lovely festive tea party with my Mum, arranged by the Care Home Team at Thorburn Manor. In these times of restrictions returning due to the Pandemic, it was wonderful to spend such quality time together. I congratulate them for ensuring that families are given every
opportunity to continue safe visiting in the beautiful surroundings of Thorburn Manor. Mum has been a resident at Thorburn Manor for 8 years and our family have come to know the staff well during that time. Many have been with the Team since those early days and are always ready with a warm welcome. My Mum's needs have changed over the years, but the professional care and attention she receives have adapted with her to ensure she is always comfortable and supported.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Dear Sheila, Thank you for your feedback. I’m very glad you managed to enjoy yourselves. Merry Christmas.

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Review from C M (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 December 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We enjoyed our Christmas Tea with Dad today at Thorburn Manor. The organisation was great, the beautiful festive library and delicious food! The most important part was being able to have both my sister and I with Dad, all together to celebrate the festive season! The decorations in the home, the smiling
caring staff makes such a difference. Dad is so happy and well looked after. We cannot thank the staff enough!
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you so much, we all appreciate your lovely comments.

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Review from Ken W (Son of Resident) published on 14 December 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident here for 7 months and not only is the care given to her excellent but her quality of life has improved dramatically in that time. The staff are both caring and attentive and make events like birthdays and now Christmas, special for the whole family, despite covid restrictions.
As a family, we are all very grateful for the outstanding care and support given.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Thank you, Ken, we really appreciate your kind words. Merry Christmas.

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Review from Peter L (Son of Resident) published on 3 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father spent the last twelve months of his life at Thorburn Manor and his care was excellent throughout. The rooms, facilities and settings are very clean and comfortable, and the staff have always been warm, friendly, approachable and have always taken very good care of my father. During the last
few weeks of his life, the staff were excellent in every respect, especially in their communication with me, their expertise in keeping my father comfortable, and the tender loving care with which they looked after him at the end. Thank you.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Dear Peter, thank you for your kindness. Thank you for the opportunity to care for your dad; we are all grateful that you felt he was well looked after.
I wish you and your family the very best.
Take care.

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Review from Cath H (Niece of Resident) published on 28 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our Aunt was a resident in your care home until her passing January 2021. The kindness and attention she received are beyond words. Lovely management and staff are a credit to this nursing home. We have nothing but praise for everyone. Her last days were handled with such dignity and respect, as we
were too. Unfortunately, during the last few months of the restrictions, we could not visit the same, but even then the commitment of management and staff was absolutely amazing...Thank you so much from us all as a family.
Reply from Sean Black, Director at Thorburn Manor

Dear Cath
Thank you for your lovely words. Myself and the team really appreciate it. Please take care of yourself and stay safe
Thanks


Sean Black

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Review from Ann P (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Pleasant surroundings and staff. Consideration given to resident's eating tastes. Staff considerate and patient. Well run by management.
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Review from J L (Friend of Resident) published on 22 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was most impressed during my recent visits by the warmth and skilled nurturing care provided by staff. Thorburn Manor is a beautiful care home which sets high standards. The residents' rooms and communal areas are first class. Activities and therapeutic programmes are client centred and sensitively
responsive to individual needs.
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Review from J P (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 22 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the first visit, a warm, professional welcome, informative and helpful.
A relaxed, peaceful atmosphere. This seemed a happy place. They keep me fully informed about his care.
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Review from Linda W (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum was in Thorburn Manor for 9 weeks for respite and was looked after well. Carers were attentive, food was good and nutritious and the activities available to her were more than adequate.
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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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