
she has thrived in this wonderful, safe, caring environment created by all the staff at the homeCraig D(Son of Resident/Service User)

My aunt settled well and was treated with love, kindness, respect and dignityPat M(Niece of Resident/Service User)


she has thrived in this wonderful, safe, caring environment created by all the staff at the homeCraig D(Son of Resident/Service User)

My aunt settled well and was treated with love, kindness, respect and dignityPat M(Niece of Resident/Service User)


Morar Highland is a purpose-built care home in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, offering a welcoming and thoughtfully designed environment where people can feel truly at home. Set within Cradlehall, a peaceful residential area to the east of the city, the home provides a calm and supportive setting where later life can be lived with dignity, comfort and meaning.
Life at Morar Highland is centred around the individual. Each resident...
Care Provided by Morar Highland
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 88 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex 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
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Standard fees cover a wide range of high-quality services designed to support residents’ comfort, wellbeing, and daily living. This includes all meals and refreshments, housekeeping, laundry, personal care, and access to a full programme of activities and events. Residents also enjoy full use of all communal lounges, dining areas, landscaped gardens, and on-site amenities.
In addition to the standard offering, there are optional extras available to enhance the resident experience. These may include services such as hairdressing, chiropody, newspapers, or certain one-to-one outings and entertainment. These are charged separately, giving residents the flexibility to choose the services that suit their preferences.
In some cases, if a resident or their family chooses additional features such as a larger room or upgraded facilities, a top-up payment may be discussed. All fee details are clearly explained in advance, and the team is committed to making all financial information transparent, supportive, and easy to understand.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Morar Highland for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Morar Highland 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
- Morar Living
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Frith Hurn (Care Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2019
- Last Refurbishment: -1
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (88)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (88)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is no need to book in advance or contact the home before arriving. Family and friends are encouraged to visit whenever it suits them and their loved ones. Communal areas and outdoor spaces are available for residents and their visitors to enjoy during their time at the home.
Parking
- Ample on-site parking for all visitors, making access to the home straightforward and convenient. The parking area is located within the grounds of the home, ensuring that visitors do not need to park off-site or walk long distances. Designated disabled parking bays are available close to the main entrance to support those with mobility needs. All parking is free of charge and available at all times. The on-site parking is clearly signposted and easily accessible, helping to provide a smooth arrival experience for family, friends, and other guests.
Morar Highland Reviews (75)
Morar Highland has a Review Score of 6.9 (6.933) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Morar Highland has 75 reviews.
Staff and management very supportive and helpful, wonderful facilities.
My father was a resident in Castlehill Care Home over the last year and recently passed away, it is very hard to find the words to describe the level of care he has received since entering the home other than to say we feel extremely fortunate to have found such a beautiful new home with such caring staff and management who treated my dad with the utmost respect and love. I will be forever grateful to them for giving us the opportunity for putting my father and mother back together again for his last couple of months in this world and for the exceptional level of care my mother is receiving.
Take care
Kind Regards
Nicola
We were quite worried initially about the prospect of leaving mum in respite care for 2 weeks whilst taking a family holiday. However on arrival at Castlehill, all our concerns disappeared as Mum was made to feel very welcome, and within half an hour had settled in drinking tea and chatting with other residents! Staff were fantastic, obviously compassionate and caring professionals and giving us the confidence to relax, safe in the knowledge she'd be well looked after. Mum would love to come again later in the year. Thanks again!
Kind Regards.
I can’t thank the manager and her amazing staff enough for the loving care and attention given to my mum in her short stay with them. Mum was due to go in for one week's respite, but unfortunately deteriorated quickly and never really had time to enjoy this wonderful place. The last week of Mum's life was made so much easier for myself and my family as we knew she was in excellent hands. Nothing was a bother to any of them. I would highly recommend this care home to anyone looking for care for a relative. It’s more like a five-star hotel.
Kind Regards.
I was needing a break and had a holiday booked. My huge concern was care for my dad (89) very unwell. Castlehill was recommended for respite. I was nervous about leaving dad as I have been his carer and he never wants to go in a home. Having dropped him off, I came away feeling happy. I collected him over 2 weeks later and he was actually crying when he said goodbye to the staff. He has happily settled at home again.
Thank you for your review. We are glad that Dad has settled at home again and are looking forward to seeing him again!
We have been very pleased with my dad's care at Castlehill. All the staff were extremely kind and caring and were always professional. The home is beautiful, like a five-star hotel and was always clean.
Thank you very much for your kind review, which we will share with our team at Castlehill.
The care that our mother received whilst staying at Castlehill was exceptional. The manager and her staff are extremely kind, helpful and well organised. They are so friendly and cannot do enough to help. We can't thank them enough for how they cared for our Mum. Castlehill is a real gem of a care home. To sum up, Castlehill is not just a Care Home, it’s a Home that Cares! Thank you all from the family in Isle of Skye.
Thank you very much for your kind review; we will share this with the team here at Castlehill.
As a resident of Castlehill, I can vouch for the standard of care we receive. In all aspects it is excellent.
Thank you for your kind review, we will share this with the team here at Castlehill.
For the two weeks I stayed here, the staff were very good, friendly and helpful. There were times when I needed help and the staff was there straight away when I called, and was so gentle in helping me. All in all very good service.
The care my aunt got in Castlehill was exceptional. We could not have picked a better place for her to spend her last days. The staff were so kind and caring to her and the way they spoke to her in her last hours was wonderful. We would recommend to anyone looking to put a loved one in a care home, they could not get better than Castlehill.
My aunt was 100 years old when she left her own home to live at Castlehill. I had concerns as she had always lived independently but I need not have worried. To say the staff were excellent is an understatement. My aunt settled well and was treated with love, kindness, respect and dignity. She had her 101st birthday at Castlehill and although we were unable to be with her she had a wonderful day. It was so good to meet the wonderful staff when we were allowed to visit and we appreciated being able to spend time with her during her final days. During that time the team comforted her, reassured her and made it so much easier for the family. Thank you so much to you all, you are just the best.
Dad was looked after in Castlehill for the final 14 weeks of his long life. We had managed him at home for as long as Mum and I could but as his health failed and his dementia increased we were glad to be offered a place in Castlehill. The care provided was outstanding and person-centred. The carers are very well trained to manage the challenges presented by service users like my dear Dad. I learned so much from them that I have now taken into my own clinical practice. They kept me informed of any changes, consulted me on what they thought would work, and cared for him as if he was their own. As the end of his life became apparent they had me into the home for the last 2 weeks which was a challenge in itself due to the pandemic. I really did witness exceptionally good care. They looked after me too and supported me through the simultaneous sudden loss of my mum. I have recommended this home to a number of my parents' friends. Keep up the excellent work.
From the minute we set foot in Castlehill foyer to drop Dad off we were so impressed with the attentiveness and kindness shown towards Dad. Subsequently since we have spoken on the phone he has settled in very well, thoroughly enjoying the excellent food and home baking and speaks very kindly of the care he is receiving from the team. It's so reassuring and heartwarming for the family to know he is being well cared for.
My dear mother-in-law passed away last week in the wonderful care of Castlehill nursing staff. Granny needed 24-hour care due to Alzheimer's, following the sudden death of Granda. She was admitted to Castlehill 8 weeks ago, the home manager and nursing staff were so caring, we cannot thank them enough. The environment is beautifully furnished and immaculately clean, nursing staff are wonderful, especially in these difficult times.
My dad moved to Castlehill Care Home in November as he wasn't happy in a previous Home. We couldn't get over the difference between the two. Not only the building but also the staff. They were so kind and caring to Dad in the short time he was a resident. The manager was always approachable and the staff professional and sympathetic. I'm sure my Dad would have flourished in this Home if he had resided there from the start.
My mother became one of the first residents at Castlehill (Cradlehall) during February 2020, pre-COVID. Throughout this difficult year, she has thrived in this wonderful, safe, caring environment created by all the staff at the home. Although we cannot visit Mum we have been able to monitor her wellbeing and the activities that she has been doing in the home through the Care Control App which is a perfect tool for using remotely and allows us to feel involved in Mum's life at the home. The staff have been first class at keeping us informed of any medical issues and have been able to set-up Zoom calls with Mum. We cannot recommend this care home highly enough.
My partner has been resident in Castlehill since mid-October 2020. I cannot praise the staff enough for the high standard of care they show. They are empathetic to his needs and go the extra mile to ensure they are met. When visiting or phoning I am made to feel welcome and kept up to date with his progress. I would highly recommend Castlehill to anyone exploring care options for a relative or friend.
A wonderful well-run care home in a stimulating and caring environment. From the minute my Mum entered Castlehill, she was well looked after, in contrast to the home she had just come from! I can't rate this care home more highly!
When you visit at any time, staff will actually be sitting with the residents socialising with them, encouraging them to socialise with other residents or taking part in activities. My Aunt could not communicate verbally but they still managed to strike up a beautiful rapport with her which was obvious to see. My Aunt died in April and I can hand on heart say if my Aunt could not pass away in her own home then I am grateful she was in Castlehill’s excellent care.
We really had hoped that our wee mum could stay in her home of over 50 years but this became impossible for her safety. Mum is as happy in this lovely home with her lovely girls (as she calls the staff) as she would be at home her only complaint is that we, her children, aren't living with her!
Just today l saw her walking again which after a stay in hospital had almost stopped and she always looks wonderful; nails painted, hair in different styles and dressed beautifully. Even with the Covid restrictions, l feel that we are all building a lovely relationship as one big new family for our wonderful perfect wee mum. I am so happy for Mum and for us to know she is safe and cared for perfectly.
Thank you all.
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Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 13 Jun 2026Recipient: Morar Living
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Meet the Team (3)

Frith joined Morar Highland in 2025 as Deputy Manager and, through her commitment, leadership, and passion for high-quality care, progressed to the role of Home Manager.
She is dedicated to continuously improving standards while ensuring residents remain at the heart of every decision.
Frith leads with kindness and compassion, creating a warm, supportive environment where residents can thrive.

We are proud to introduce Sheeba as one of our Deputy Managers at Morar Highland. Her career began in India, where she specialised in Medical-Surgical & the A&E department for 5 years.
Sheeba's strengths are her expertise in clinical governance, risk management, strong leadership, team culture strengthening, and de-escalation skills. She has been recognised for her strong clinical structure and for stepping into difficult situations, as well as for her compassionate leadership that enables the team to thrive.
With the support of her manager, Mart, Sheeba has had exposure to a variety of managerial work and is learning a lot under his mentorship.
Recognising her abilities is why Sheeba was promoted from the Clinical Lead role to Deputy Manager.

Val joined Morar Highland Care Home in February 2025, bringing with her extensive experience in the care industry.
She possesses a comprehensive understanding of the administrative requirements necessary to address inquiries and requests from families and residents with both effectiveness and compassion.
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