
Spotlessly clean, staff are friendly and helpful and the residents seem very happyJ H(Ex Family Member)



Spotlessly clean, staff are friendly and helpful and the residents seem very happyJ H(Ex Family Member)



In the seaside town of Felixstowe, Harbour Manor delivers dementia care, long-term residential care, respite breaks and palliative support.
Residents receive personalised assistance from a professional care team committed to maintaining wellbeing, privacy and choice.
The home offers comfortable communal lounges, a cinema room, café area and a fully equipped hair and beauty salon. All bedrooms are furnished to a high standard and feature en-suite bathrooms.
Just minutes from the town’s seafront, Harbour Manor combines attractive gardens with a calendar of social activities and organised outings.
Care Provided by Harbour Manor
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 66 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
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- 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
Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Use of in-house cinema
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
an agreed hourly charge for this service.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Harbour Manor for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Harbour Manor 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 UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Magdalena Kurdziel(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (66)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (66)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at all times, including meal times and special events.
Harbour Manor Reviews (25)
Harbour Manor has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.734) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Harbour Manor has 25 reviews.
This is a happy place, there is a calmness here with no pressure to get up or go back to your room - your life is as you would like it to be. The staff treat their residents with great care & respect & recognise when "things are amiss" before problems arise. Many experienced carers who are working well together. The food is good, laundry done & back quickly (what's not to love), there is a lot of space to keep people active & interesting, and extra rooms to explore. Garden room, tea room, cinema, hair salon. I am here 2 weeks' respite following major surgery. I am my husband's carer, so we both stayed.
Mother in law was a resident at Harbour Manor for 9 months before she died. She was welcomed and treated as an individual and became very fond of her 'regulars', who all had time to chat with her. She had become lonely and isolated at home and wanted 'looking after' in her 97th year. Her hearing loss made it tricky for her at times, but staff took time with her, and she thoroughly enjoyed her weekly hairdo and social activities. We enjoyed visiting and were always informed if anything happened.
Harbour Manor were presented with what I would describe as extremely challenging needs for my mum.
Two months on I'm delighted to say through their du diligence, exemplary care and outstanding empathy my mother is now enjoying her time at Harbour Manor.
They constantly go the extra mile including driving to Ipswich at 8pm on a Saturday evening to collect urgent medication.
The monthly activity calendar has something for everyone, check social media.
The management of the home headed by Maxine, who has created a real family unit of staff, all supportive, kind and in my view treating all residents with the individual care and support they need.
My mum had eight months in a previous care home that caused her so much distress, Harbour Manor has truly helped her and is teaching me to be her son again not her carer, this review is written with heartfelt thanks . Gary
Thank you so much for sharing such a kind and heartfelt review. We're delighted to hear that you've benefited from more quality time with your mum since she moved in. Your kind words on the care she has received and on our activities programme means a lot to the whole team. If we can do anything more to support then please don't hesitate to let us know.
At first, we loved everything about Harbour Manor; everyone seemed to love staying here, including my dad. but recently, they have let us down extremely badly. It may all look very nice and all the staff seem friendly and helpful, but it's the quality of care that is important..
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We always aim to provide high-quality care and support to everyone who stays with us. Following a later review, it was determined that the level of care required was outside the scope of our current registration. While such decisions are never...
There really are no down-sides to residence at Harbour Manor. My mother is safe here and very well looked after. The monitoring of her health etc is first rate and the staff can access records immediately in order to answer any concerns and respond accordingly. From a social point of view this is a place where the staff really do care for the residents, as well as providing plenty of activities to stimulate residents and include them in the community there. All good.
Harbour Manor is a beautiful care home. Spotlessly clean, staff are friendly and helpful and the residents seem very happy. it is light and airy and feels more like a hotel than a care home. Residents are given the opportunity to be involved in lots of activities, which helps pass the time. I would definitely recommend Harbour Manor.
The care my mother-in-law receives it second to none.
The staff are friendly and caring, always greet you with a warm welcome.
They have regular meetings for residents to listen to what they would like to do or if something can be changed to better fit their needs.
Thank you for your wonderful review, i am so pleased you are happy with the care your mother-in-law receives at Harbour Manor. I am glad you are happy with the regular meetings held for the residents. We are always open to suggestions and new ideas. Thank you
My friend and neighbour moved into Harbour Manor about two weeks ago and this is the first opportunity I have had to visit him. He has settled in nicely and is quite content with his life. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, and the building which I know is nigh on brand new, is immaculate and spotlessly clean.
My father was welcomed into Harbour Manor with open arms. The staff there have been absolutely amazing and my father is looking so happy, relaxed and healthy.....more than he has in years. This care home is just Fabulous
All the staff try to give the residents a wonderful experience in their later years. They are very caring and create a lovely community for both residents and staff. The residents are encouraged to join in with all the lovely entertainment that the staff provide in the beautiful setting of the care home.
Clothes missing not marked because the machine was broken. Dad not shaved daily. Dad was in for respite and ended up in hospital after 10 days.
No help when mum went to clear room of dad's things.
Not sure how good food was as not allowed to visit at meal times.
Mum only met home manager once and dad had been in the home 8 days.
Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry that you feel your fathers stay fell short of your expectation however at Harbour Manor, we do provide fresh water daily and fresh towels are always available. While mealtimes are protected to ensure a calm environment for our residents, we do offer private...
Harbour Manor provide excellent care. The staff are caring and friendly. There are lots of activities for residents to join in with. Meals are excellent, varied and healthy. It is truly 'a home' and not institutional in any way.
Moving from your own home to a residential care home is a significant step in life. The Staff at Harbour Manor helped my Mother to realise both the necessity, and benefit of doing so. Their understanding, appreciation and sensitivity to my Mother's needs is a thoroughly positive experience. For my Mother, and all our family. We are very grateful for the level of care and attention provided by the staff, and the uplifting atmosphere created by them.
Arranging for our friend to transfer to Harbour Manor was made easy. Upon arrival she was welcomed, made to feel at home and involved. The care is excellent and thoughtful resulting in our friend always smiling and looking happy when we pop in.
Thank you for your great review, I am so pleased your friend feels settled and at home at Harbour Manor.
The staff were very attentive and helpful, the rooms were lovely, a bit of private space.
Thank you for your wonderful review, I am so pleased your partner felt safe which meant you were reassured. Thank you.
From the moment of first contact we were treated with the utmost kindness and consideration. There was no question we asked that went unanswered. All our concerns were addressed and laid to rest. We were assured that my mother would receive the very best of care appropriate to her needs and so it proved to be. I would say that all the staff there went beyond their job spec to make my mum comfortable and happy in her final days. My gratitude is very long lasting.
Thank you for your wonderful review, The whole team at Harbour Manor not only pride themselves on delivering outstanding care but also offering a warm friendly and welcoming environment for all visitors and your review confirms the fantastic work the whole team does. Thank you.
My mum, whilst confused at times, is looking better the longer she lives at Harbour Manor. She knows she is looked after and cared for. Long may this last.
Thank you for your wonderful review, I am so pleased you are seeing an improvement in mum since she moved into Harbour Manor. Thank you.
My mum moved in and hasn't been this happy and healthy in years.
The activities that are arranged are fantastic and although mum doesn't join in with all of them she thoroughly enjoys the ones she does, especially the trips out to garden centres and pubs!
The care she receives is wonderful. I cannot recommend Harbour Manor enough. We no longer feel guilty for mum having to go in to a care home as her life has improved in so many ways since moving to Harbour Manor. Thank you to everyone there for all they do.
Thank you for your fantastic review, I am so pleased how impressed you are with the facilities Harbour Manor has to offer and more importantly how happy mum is. Harbour Manor offers a wide selection of activities both inside and outside the home and it is great to hear how much mum is enjoying them. Thank you.
Every member of staff has always been so kind and considerate towards my mum and to all of us. They always have time to listen and reassure.
Mum has been joining in the various activities and outings which is wonderful to see.
Harbour Manor is such a happy place! I would recommend it to anyone trying to make difficult choices for a loved one. You will not be disappointed!
Thank you for your wonderful review, I am so pleased your mother has settled so well at Harbour Manor and is enjoying everything the home has to offer. The whole team prides itself on delivering outstanding care and offering a warm, friendly and welcoming environment to all visitors and your review confirms the fantastic work the whole team do. Thank you.
The facilities are absolutely wonderful, with each resident having their own en-suite wet room.
Mum loved her room straight away, it is so bright and modern.
The care Mum has received so far has been excellent from all the team at Harbour Manor.
As a family, we have felt so welcome, and nothing is too much trouble.
Thank you to all the team at Harbour Manor, it is so reassuring that Mum is so happy.
I would recommend Harbour Manor to everyone!
Thank you for your wonderful review. I am so pleased Mum has settled so well at Harbour Manor and is happy. The whole team pride themselves on delivering outstanding care and offering a warm and welcoming environment to all visitors. Thank you.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (70) & Events (0)
- 29 May 2026
Care UK’s commitment to supporting residents has been nationally recognised, as the organisation took home the large care provider of the year accolade at the 2026 Care Home Awards. At...
- 29 May 2026
Residents in Care UK homes love getting out and about in nature where they can and, for one Dorset-based home, they’re celebrating World Bee Day with a buzz! Wimborne-based home,...
- 29 May 2026
Colleagues across Care UK are celebrating after being shortlisted in eleven categories at the Stars of Social Care Awards, the most the company has ever been shortlisted in at the...
There are no upcoming events for Harbour Manor.
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Harbour Manor.
Meet the Team (1)

I have enjoyed a successful and rewarding career as a registered nurse for over 25 years. I have spent 10 years working as a nurse in New Zealand, with six of those years dedicated to managing a service that provided live-in care for people living with dementia.
Upon returning to the UK in 2015, I was determined to devote my experience and time to ensuring that loved ones living in care homes can continue to pursue their goals and dreams in a safe and caring environment.
I am committed to continually improving the services provided to the residents of Harbour Manor and am dedicated to creating an ideal environment for staff, friends, and family alike.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harbour Manor
What types of Care is Harbour Manor registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Harbour Manor have?
There are 66 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Harbour Manor?
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, 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 Harbour Manor to the centre of Felixstowe?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of carehome.co.uk. Please contact Harbour Manor to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Harbour Manor has an Enhanced Service -more info.