
It was a big decision to make the move but I am so glad that we did.Jennifer K(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The actual building, outlook and facilities of Marjorie House are without question second to noneKaren B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


It was a big decision to make the move but I am so glad that we did.Jennifer K(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The actual building, outlook and facilities of Marjorie House are without question second to noneKaren B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


Welcome to Marjorie House – a Care South home for residential care. Marjorie House provides outstanding care within a fabulous environment and stunning views over Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island.
Purpose-built in the style of Art Deco to complement the local environment, Marjorie House has 50 ensuite bedrooms, including double rooms. Each room has been built with both comfort and space in mind with built-in wardrobe, television, armchair, separate ensuite with...
Care Provided by Marjorie House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 50 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
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
Contact Marjorie House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Care South
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Georgina Powell(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2024
- Last Refurbishment: -1
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (46)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (46)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Visiting
- Marjorie House operates an 'Open House' policy and encourages family and friends to visit. No limited visiting hours.
Parking
- Ample parking at the onsite car park.
Marjorie House Reviews (25)
Marjorie House has a Review Score of 10 (9.980) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Marjorie House has 25 reviews.
Extremely pleasant. Very welcoming staff and helpful. A lovely property and all very comfortable.
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that you found our team welcoming and helpful, and that you enjoyed the comfort of our environment. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
My nan had a TIA. All the staff were all supportive, and I couldn't suggest any improvement in her care. I even complimented all the staff for their help and support in the difficult time. If anyone is looking to put their relative in a care home, you are not making a wrong decision by putting your loved one here!
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We're so pleased to hear that our team provided the care and support your nan and family needed during such a difficult time. Your feedback means a great deal to us, and we'll be sure to share your compliments with the staff. Wishing you all the best.
I couldn't have happier knowing my mum is being cared for by the wonderful people of Marjorie House. Truly the kindest most accommodating people. Mum is the happiest she can be in their trusted care.
Thank you so much for your kind review. I will share your review with the whole team as I know they will all appreciate it very much, thank you once again - means a lot.
All staff go above and beyond for mum every day in all aspects of her life and care requirements. The environment at the home is consistently warm, clean and safe. The food is presented incredibly well, and there is a large selection of activities to take part in.
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Marjorie House, and would highly recommend to anyone requiring top quality care. An outstanding home.
Thank you so much for your review. I am so pleased to read your kind words and it's wonderful that you believe Marjorie House to be an outstanding home - this is what we strive to be every day. Thank you once again, it means so much and I will share your review with the whole team, who will be very grateful of your praise.
I was the 6th resident to "come to life" in Marjorie House early in its role as a care home. Now a year later I would be very sad to have to leave. My experience is beyond what I would have expected, especially as I was taken to six other places who standards were varied with good qualities in many ways. However it was not until I came to Marjorie House did I feel "This is the place I want to live in". Life here is way behind those I saw.
Thank you for your lovely review. I'll be sure to share your kind words with the whole team as I know it will mean a lot to each of them. Thank you once again.
My partner was very poorly with a chest infection, which sadly he was unable to fight off, even though he was prescribed 3 courses of antibiotics by his GP. The care he was given by the wonderful care team at Marjorie House was superb, they were so kind and considerate with him. Nothing was too much trouble. Sadly he passed away on 30th November after 17 days in bed, and the care at the end was wonderful.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. You partner was such a pleasure to care for and we are all so sorry for your loss. I will share your kind words with the whole team as I know it will mean so much to them all. Thank you once again.
Since my aunt came to Marjorie House she knew that was the place for her to live and be cared for. The staff have always looked after my aunt's needs and wishes. Lots of her friends visit and also express how lovely Marjorie House is. Other relatives of my aunt feel the same as me that my aunt is happy where she is.
Many thanks for your wonderful review. I am so pleased that you feel your Aunt is happy at Marjorie House. I will share your review with the whole team as I know it means a lot to everyone to receive such kind words, many thanks again.
Brilliantly, the staff are also wonderful.
My wife has been a resident for 15 months and every member of staff has been, without exception, kind, caring and compassionate.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I am so pleased that you think Marjorie House is wonderful and that the staff are kind, caring and compassionate. I will share your kind words with the the whole team, it will mean so much to them. Thank you again.
I was at Marjorie House for 2 weeks as a stepping stone between hospital and home following an operation. I needed a lot of personal care day and night and some nursing expertise. I can honestly say I was sad to leave. All staff were competent and unfailing considerate. The decor of the rooms, communal areas is first class and I was envious of the more mobile residents who would take advantage of the superb location and views over Poole Harbour.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Marjorie House. I am so pleased that you found the staff to be competent and considerate, we were sad you had to leave too. It's great to read your thought the decor and communal areas are first class, you are welcome back at anytime to enjoy them. I...
My aunt has been a resident in Marjorie House for over a year and very much calls it home. She is very happy and is well looked after by the wonder care staff. The staff make her feel very welcome and cater to her individual needs whist treating her with dignity and respect. The food is a highlight everyday and the chef makes sure there is always something to entice even those with small appetites. My aunt enjoys the social aspects of living at Marjorie House with a variety of activities and good company from other residents. A wonderful place to live when you can no longer live independently.
Thank you for your lovely review, it's great to read that your Aunt is very happy and that you feel Marjorie House is a wonderful place to live. I will pass your kind words on to the whole team as I know they will appreciate them very much, thank you again.
My mother settled in remarkably quickly and easily, having been very unhappy at home with live-in carers. The staff have all been so friendly, warm, welcoming and caring. She is getting far more stimulation and entertainment than she was at home. The range of activities is brilliant, including live musicians, cheese and wine tasting and exercise. There are wonderful lounges with beautiful views to sit in.
Thank you for your lovely review and I an delighted that your Mother has settled so quickly. I have of course shared your kind words with the team
A beautifully furnished home in a stunning location overlooking Poole Harbour but it's the wonderful, and caring, staff who make Marjorie House what it is. My 90-year-old Mum deserves the very best in what is now her final home. We feel she has it, and more, at Marjorie House and my family can't thank the team enough for their ongoing care and kindness.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, I am so pleased to read that you feel Mum has the the best and more at Marjorie House. We really do strive to provide the best care and comfort, and it means so much to us all when someone puts pen to paper to share such a wonderful review. I will share your kind words with the whole team as I know it will mean a lot to everyone.
I came here straight from Poole Hospital, at a moments notice and the efficiency of the 'management' on duty made it possible for me to be accepted in the evening of Easter sunday. That was excellent because I was not fit or able to look after myself at home. Being here for 2 weeks has been tremendous because all the staff have been so wonderful, helpful, efficient, gracious and charming. I am now very fit and able to go home with safety. Thank you so much to all at Marjorie House - an experience I shall remember with much gratitude and pleasure.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that your time at Marjorie House was such a positive experience, and we're so pleased you're feeling well and ready to return home safely. Wishing you all the very best!
My experience here has been memorable. The staff are wonderful and nothing is too much trouble for them. After a very unhappy time hospital, it has been a very happy two weeks of rest and tranquility. The management also are wonderful and caring in every respect. I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so glad you had a restful and positive stay with us-it means a lot to hear. You're always welcome back!
The manager of Marjorie House is amazing, as is all of the team. But the manager travelled for 4 hours in a winter storm to go and personally meet my Dad when we were first thinking of moving my Dad to Poole. It was a big decision to make the move but I am so glad that we did. My Dad was warmly welcomed by all of the team on arrival. He cut the ribbon to his new room and from then on he has been cared for by a team of compassionate, respectful and lovely people. The chef makes his favourite meals, and during December he had a great time joining in the festivities and New Year celebrations. The location is stunning and the facilities are great. If you are looking for a safe, loving home from home for your loved one, please go and see Marjorie House.
Thank you for your 5* review. It warms all our hearts to read such lovely words. We will share this with the manager and all the team at Marjorie House.
The home is exceptionally clean and tidy, the decor very pleasing. One great asset at being here is the view of the ever changing sea and area.
All in all I feel that there could not be a more pleasing place to be a resident.
Thank you for your 5 star review. We are so pleased you're happy at Marjorie House and will share your feedback with the team.
A move from independent living into residential care is a momentous and potentially difficult one for anyone. However, from the moment of our initial telephone enquiry, the care, consideration and kindness shown by all the staff at Marjorie House took much of the burden from us. The actual building, outlook and facilities of Marjorie House are without question second to none and much appreciated by us all. However, it is the staff who really make the difference. First and foremost their kindness and understanding show in everything they do. Coupled with their professionalism and knowledge, not to mention enthusiasm, they provide the very best of everything; from carefully prepared meals to stimulating and unusual activities in and away from Marjorie House, as well as the very high standards of personal daily care, they ensure that residents can lead the fullest life possible. Despite a small number of residents at the moment, whenever we go Marjorie House feels full of life and fun. Thank you so much to all the staff for looking after everyone so well and making us all feel so welcome.
Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so pleased to read your review your words mean a lot to the team.
I found all the staff exceedingly helpful and attentive. The activities were very useful. The food was excellent with portions suitable for the elderly. I give Marjorie House 5 stars for being so comfy.
Thank you for your 5* star review. We are so pleased you find the food excellent, we will share your review with the team.
The staff are all so lovely and attentive and always seem to know when to intervene and when to just leave her to "get on with her life". The food is fabulous and the room and decor are really 5 stars. To have so many beautiful lounges to sit in and read or chat or frankly enjoy the amazing views is a real bonus. As a family, we feel truly blessed that she has found such a lovely place to live and be looked after in.
If I could award 10 stars I would!
Thank you for your 5-star review. We are all so pleased your aunt and the family all feel looked after and enjoy the beautiful views Marjorie House has to offer.
Staff are all caring, helpful to excess and willing.
As a new building, it is all bright and shining and the outlook from my room window is worth millions!
Thank you for your 5* review. We are all so pleased to read how much you enjoy being at Marjorie House.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 13 February 2026Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (34) & Events (0)
- 15 Jun 2026
Residents and the local community gathered in the garden of Marjorie House for a special concert featuring a performance by musicians from Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO). Marjorie House care home,...
- 08 Jun 2026
Residents and staff at Marjorie House in Poole have raised more than £700 to support the RNLI’s lifesaving work. Over the past year, residents and the team at Marjorie House...
- 02 Jun 2026
Dorset care home residents delighted in a memorable musical afternoon created especially for them by the BSO, Care South and JPMorganChase. Hosted at JPMorganChase’s Bournemouth campus, the midweek event included...
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Awards / Recognitions (8)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Marjorie House
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Care South
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Marjorie House
Meet the Team (1)

I am passionate about delivering good quality, personalised care. This is reflected within the fantastic team we have here at Marjorie House. My favourite part of the working day is seeing my team and residents interact in a meaningful, value-adding way.
I want you to know my door is always open to answer any questions or concerns you may have, so please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marjorie House
What types of Care is Marjorie House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Marjorie House have?
There are 46 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Marjorie House?
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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Marjorie House to the centre of Poole?
2.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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