
If you are looking for a perfect place then Chawley Grove really is an excellent choice.Julie M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I would highly recommend Chawley Grove to anyone who is looking for an outstanding homeClaire(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The home itself is like a 5-star hotel! The surroundings are fantasticCherina S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

If you are looking for a perfect place then Chawley Grove really is an excellent choice.Julie M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I would highly recommend Chawley Grove to anyone who is looking for an outstanding homeClaire(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The home itself is like a 5-star hotel! The surroundings are fantasticCherina S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Chosen as Best New Care Home in 2020, Chawley Grove offers luxurious living and an outstanding level of care.
Part of the Hamberley Care Homes group, the Oxfordshire care home has been rated as ‘Good’ in all areas by the CQC (May 2021).
Situated on Cumnor Hill, Chawley Grove offers a truly luxurious environment, with a superb range of features and facilities. Within the home you’ll find a bistro café where residents...
Care Provided by Chawley Grove Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 70 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public 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
Our home provides person-centred dementia care, as well as respite stays for those seeking a short-term break or convalescence care following illness or surgery.
Weekly fees vary depending on room availability and an individual care needs assessment.
For those requiring nursing care, you may be eligible for Funded Nursing Care (FNC). If awarded, this contribution will be deducted from your weekly fee.
Please call to discuss availability and arrange a visit.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Chawley Grove Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Chawley Grove Care Home 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Hamberley Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sonya Kasese (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2019
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (70)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (70)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome anytime, please give the home a call to schedule an appointment with the team or you are welcome to drop into the home to see them.
Parking
- Parking on-site
Chawley Grove Care Home Reviews (80)
Chawley Grove Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.895) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Chawley Grove Care Home has 80 reviews.
Chawley Grove Care Home is such a nice care home. I'm always impressed with how clean yet homely it feels. I love that animals are allowed into the home as I truly believe keeping things as normal as possible to real life is important to me residents I can feel and see that the home makers really care and do their best to give the residents the dignity and respect they need and should have. Coming to see my friend here I know she is looked after.
Thank you so much for taking the time to send such a lovely review of our home. We are so pleased that you enjoy visiting your friend who is resident with us. We too believe it's very important for all our residents to continue experiencing everything that has been important in their lives, our...
Mum has a lovely room with just the right outlook and position in the home, I felt that it had
been thoughtfully selected for her and that was very reassuring. The staff are very professional
helpful with any questions we may have, allowing my mum the time and space that she needs
as she settles in. I feel happy and confident that we have chosen the best home for my mum.
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words. We are so pleased that Mum loves her room and that you are very happy as a family with the care and support that she is receiving
The activities have been fantastic & mum's taken part in nearly all of them. She loved the 'Dinky Ponies' that came to visit & really enjoys the art & flower arranging as well as the visiting singers & trips out to the local garden centre.
The food is really good & plenty of it, with a wide range of options.
I can honestly say that I haven't seen my mum looking so happy & healthy for a long time
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your very kind thoughts regarding your mum's care here at Chawley Grove. We are so pleased that she has settled in so well and is enjoying both our life enrichment activities and our healthy and nutritious food and is "Happy and Healthy"
My parents required respite care at very short notice. The staff were very efficient and helpful in a difficult situation. While my parents were there, the staff were caring, professional and looked after them brilliantly.
Thank you for taking the time to share such lovely feedback with us. We are so pleased to have been able to help your parents during a difficult situation. We very much enjoyed having them stay with us
Very happy with care provided by Chawley Grove. Staff are caring and good at problem solving in all kinds of situations. They show immense kindness to all the residents and go over and above their job description. The food is excellent, and dining there is always a pleasure.
Thank you so much, for your wonderful feedback. We aim to make each experience extra special each day.
After two or three false starts with other care homes in the Oxford area we came across Chawley Grove which ticked all the boxes that needed to be ticked, plus one or two others. Mum finally moved in on the 13th November last year and, whilst clearly apprehensive, has settled in very well and is clearly well looked after.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such wonderful feedback with us. We are so pleased to have been able to help you find a care home which "ticks all the boxes and more..." and that mum is settled and enjoying her stay with us
Everyone here at Chawley Grove has made her feel welcome and the staff are very kind and cheerful , nothing is too much trouble for them and we are always greeted with a smile.
My mother has a lovely room and she is really settling down now and enjoying the food prepared by the chef, especially the extras like milkshakes ! I like the Bistro!
I can highly recommend this Home as and feel that my Mother is well cared for here , speaking as a former Nurse myself.
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words. We're so pleased to hear that your experience at Chawley Grove has been such a positive one. It truly means a lot to us to know that we have made a meaningful difference for your mother and that she is enjoying her room overlooking the garden...
When I was looking for a care home for my mother, I had a list of criteria and visited around 25 places, based on criteria corresponding to my mother's needs. Most important were cleanliness, friendliness, safety and respect. My mother spent the last three years of her life in Chawley Grove, where most importantly she was cared for to the point where I felt the young carers became fond of her.How many care homes even have a cleaning person willing to interrupt her duties to find a resident's specs or newspaper ,or share a joke with them? Loneliness is probably one of the worst experiences in a care home, but here the activities on offer meant everyone was encouraged to join in but none were forced- their choices were respected. Suggestions from relatives were taken into consideration. Eating together is encouraged. The provision of a high standard of hairdressing helps residents to maintain their self respect. Some of the young carers offered the ladies manicures too.
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words. We're so pleased to hear that your experience at Chawley Grove has been such a positive one. Thank you for your thoughtful feedback, and the compliments on the atmosphere in the home, and the kindness and professionalism of our colleagues. It...
When my mother came to Chawley Grove she was unwell, worried and confused. After a month she has totally relaxed, her health has improved, she's eating well and generally enjoying life again. The care and kindness at Chawley Grove is fantastic and the staff are friendly, helpful and supportive. Mum is looking forward to getting involved in more activities which look varied and interesting. It's lovely to know she's being looked after so well.
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words. We are so pleased to hear that your experience at Chawley Grove has been such a positive one and that your mother has relaxed and is enjoying life again. We love seeing your mother smiling and chatting to her new found friends whilst relaxing in our bistro. Thank you once again for taking the time to share such a lovely review
Family members are invited to join in and there is great entertainment on offer. We had lots of questions prior to the move in and the response from the manager was quick. Informative and helpful. It really does seem like nothing is too much trouble. We would highly recommend to anyone looking for a home for their loved one.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful feedback about your experience with Chawley Grove.We're absolutely delighted to hear that you and your wife felt warmly welcomed and that the atmosphere, staff, and overall environment left such a positive impression. Creating a setting that feels both...
I am delighted and impressed by the kind care shown to my mother during her post-op convalescence. The atmosphere in the home is lovely and the staff without exception professional and genuinely kind and friendly. The team have been so helpful and supportive to me too . I cannot recommend Chawley Grove highly enough - it is a place that restores one's faith in human nature and the kindness of others. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words.We're so pleased to hear that your experience at Chawley Grove has been such a positive one. Thank you for your thoughtful feedback, and the compliments on the atmosphere in the home, and the kindness and professionalism of our colleagues.It...
The care and kindness at Chawley Grove is wonderful. The activities for the clients are extremely varied and entertaining, special events in house are plentiful and very enjoying. I would highly recommend it.
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words.We're so delighted to hear that your husband's experience at Chawley Grove has been such a positive one. Knowing that the activities on offer play a meaningful difference for our residents is incredibly important to us. We're also delighted...
The food is varied and plentiful and the home is spotless
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words.We're so pleased to hear that your experience at Chawley Grove has been such a positive one. Knowing that the activities on offer played a key role in your decision, and that they've made a meaningful difference for your mum, is incredibly...
We've been at Chawley Grove for the last 7 months and my relative loves his time! The staff are very warm and kind and get involved with all aspects of the care- which is very different from the other care homes that we looked at. The bistro is warm and friendly and the chef prepares cakes everyday! The enrichment planner is circulated every week and they have so many things on offer, it's great. Management take the time to get to know exactly what is important to us and that is wonderful. We would highly recommend
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful message.We are truly delighted to hear that your relative has enjoyed their time at Chawley Grove over the past seven months. It means a great deal to our entire team to know that the warm and compassionate care we strive to provide is making a...
Mum's care at Chawley Grove has been wonderful. All the staff have been so friendly and caring towards her, and also supportive to me, as I have been unwell. Mum always looked immaculate, and her room was always clean and tidy. I have also been amazed at the variety of activities available every day for the residents, so important. I really could not have chosen a better home the whole atmosphere there from reception/office to carers and other staff is one of warmth, kindness and care/concern. Thank you Chawley Grove for taking such good care of mum!!
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are thrilled to hear how happy you are with our home.Our staff take great pride in creating a welcoming, clean, and nurturing environment, and it's wonderful to hear that this made a difference to both you and your mum. We're also so pleased you noticed the...
Mum is well looked after and enjoys the activities.
We are delighted to hear how happy you are with Chawley Grove, thank you for sharing your feedback.
I had always been happy with mum's care but it wasn't until she became ill in December 2024 that I realised what an outstanding home that Chawley is - The manager was amazing and very sympathetic to assisting us in allowing mum to die in her home where she was loved and cared for rather than a hospital. In her final days, the love and care provided by the Chawley Team was such a support to me and my family that it made a very difficult time more bearable. During those final days when we stayed there night and day I was able to witness first hand just how well run the home is and how the residents are well cared for and indeed how they cared for me and my family. If you are looking for a true home where your loved one is treated with love and respect, for then look no further, you have found it in Chawley Grove.
Thank you so much for sharing your heartfelt experience with us during such a deeply emotional time. On behalf of the entire team at Chawley Grove Care Home, please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your mother. We are truly humbled by your kind words and are grateful that we could...
I am happy here. I like to find out about the home makers and feel like they are my extended family. I feel that the home is alive with activities and we have interesting things to do if we require. The home looks nice and homely with warm care and flowers.
Thank you for your feedback on our home. We are pleased that you are happy with your experience and what is available.
You provide me with interest and entertainment. I am fond of the view from my bedroom.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of our home. We are delighted to hear how happy you are with everything provided.
The staff are simply amazing and friendly, they are always happy to help and go the extra mile for the residents. The atmosphere is always in good spirits and there is also an excellent standard of cleanliness throughout.
Thank you for your wonderful review. At Chawley Grove, our staff pride themselves in making that special effort to ensure that every day, our residents enjoy the best possible companionship and quality lifestyle in the surroundings of our lovely home.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 27 May 2021Good
- 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 (3) & Events (0)
- 05 Mar 2026
Residents at Chawley Grove Care Home in Cumnor recently enjoyed a vibrant Hawaiian-themed day designed to brighten the winter months. The home was transformed with colourful decorations and tropical scenes,...
- 04 Feb 2026
We’re pleased to share the launch of Steve’s Creative Art Corner, a relaxed and welcoming creative group held regularly at Chawley Grove. These friendly afternoon sessions are all about creativity,...
- 18 Feb 2025
We are thrilled to announce that Hamberley Care Homes has been selected as a finalist for Residential Elderly Care Provider of the Year (Medium Group) at the HealthInvestor Awards 2025!...
There are no upcoming events for Chawley Grove Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Hamberley Care Homes
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Hamberley Care Homes
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Hamberley Care Homes
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Chawley Grove Care Home.
Meet the Team (2)

Sonia Kasese is the Home Manager at Chawley Grove, bringing over 23 years’ experience in health and social care, including senior leadership roles within luxury care settings. She combines strong clinical expertise with a clear focus on quality, compliance and continuous improvement.
Sonia is passionate about delivering resident-centred care, building confident and well-supported teams, and maintaining consistently high standards, with the ambition of achieving an Outstanding regulatory rating. Her hands-on approach ensures dignity, safety and compassion remain central to everyday life at the home.
"I’m proud to be Home Manager at Chawley Grove, a beautiful, purpose-built home where we focus on creating a warm, caring and luxurious environment that truly feels like home. Our Homemakers are dedicated to supporting meaningful relationships, everyday enjoyment and personalised care for every resident"

Ana is Chawley Grove’s dedicated Clinical Lead. Qualifying in Spain with a Degree in Nursing before gaining a Level 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care Management, Ana has thrived in Health & Social Care since 2014, working in care roles in Germany and in Oxford. Ana's expertise spans complex health needs, notably dementia care and care home management. Outside of work, Ana is a qualified Personal Trainer and enjoys keeping fit.
"As the Clinical Lead at Chawley Grove, I am dedicated to ensuring nursing care excellence for all the people we support. Every day, I lead a team driven by a shared passion for enriching lives and creating a support environment within our luxury home.”
Frequently Asked Questions about Chawley Grove Care Home
What types of Care is Chawley Grove Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Chawley Grove Care Home have?
There are 70 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Chawley Grove Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Near Public 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 Chawley Grove Care Home to the centre of Oxford?
2.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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