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185 Redford Road, Colinton, Edinburgh, EH13 9PN
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26 August 2025
Needed to send my mum for respite care while I went on holiday. I Googled and read reviews, visited only 2 and Cairdean stood out by a mile. The initial meeting was great, really informative but in a relaxed way. The staff were compassionate, professional, and genuinely cared for her well-being. It gave me a much-needed break, allowing me to recharge and come back to caregiving with renewed energy and patience. The peace of mind knowing she's was in good hands was invaluable. I highly recommend their respite services to anyone in need of support. My mum really didn't want to leave!
21 July 2025
I recently had to start the process of looking for permanent residential care for my husband. I visited a number of care homes around the Edinburgh area before selecting Cairdean House. It was easily my first choice. The 'feeling' that I had from the various visits I made prior to making the decision to move my husband into the home, went a long way to giving me comfort that I had made the right decision. All of the staff that I have encountered both during the initial visits and since my husband became a resident have been extremely professional and friendly. A particular member of staff made the whole process streamless and easy, and was always available to answer any questions that I had from the outset. My husband has settled in so well, and the way that he has adapted to his new home is comforting to us as a family. I can't recommend Cairdean House enough.
15 May 2025
A thank you to the full team Cairdean (activities, nurses, carers, catering, facilities, management) who put on the VE day party yesterday - everything was thought off and it was clearly appreciated by all who took part, which is also timely with regard to the very appropriate staff appreciation notices and events last week.
08 May 2025
I viewed a number of private care homes in south edinburgh and Cairdean was my first choice for my dad. He has only been living there for 2 weeks and already he is happy, as if he has lived there forever. The entire emotionally exhausting experience was made so much easier by the staff who made my dad and myself feel welcome and supported. From our initial show around to now, the staff have been brilliant. Smiling, empathetic, happy and above all else....kind. Cairdean is such a happy environment. I feel confident and immense relief that dad is happy and safe there.
07 May 2025
What visiting cairdean nursing home? I have received amazing Help from the business administrator and all of the nursing reception management staff nothing is a bother and they can't do enough to assist me. Thank you to everybody for making me feel so welcome today and my small assistance, animal whilst I was on site today I look forward greatly to coming back to seeing the team cairdean
07 May 2025
Our friend and neighbour moved to Cairdean House last July. The property looked lovely and the staff we met were very friendly and explained everything to us about life in CH. Our friend moved in and since the first day her life has improved immeasurably. The staff are wonderful, not just one or two, every member of staff is friendly, helpful and always prepared to answer any questions we have. We visit our friend twice a week and we know so many staff by their first names. The weekly activity programme is excellent. The quality of the food is of a high standard, and the menu changes every day. The ratio of staff to residents is very good, and the place is always spotlessly clean. Since our friend moved to CH last July, we have not found one thing to criticise. I would recommend CH to anyone. We no longer have to worry about her, as we know she is in a safe environment and being looked after by caring staff.
01 May 2025
I moved my friend to Cairdean House six months ago. Having reviewed many care homes Cairdean House was my choice. The friendly staff and the wonderful activity provided made it the obvious choice. In the six months that my friend has spent in Cairdean I am happy to say that she has settled in very happily.
25 April 2025
Mum moved into Cairdean at the end of January & is still settling in, no fault of the staff but it is a very difficult time for her. A family lunch in the fine dining was beautifully catered for & enjoyed by all. Admission went well & the lady was very helpful allowing us to put things in her room before she arrived from hospital. A wide range of activities are available, which Mum enjoys & the hair salon is a plus. We are given weekly schedules which allow us to plan when to visit.
09 April 2025
Since her admission on 10th December 2024 Mum has found it a bit difficult to settle in but I think we are now beginning to see some progress. It has been a difficult time for her but, for the most part, has not been the fault of Cairdean who, when made aware of the situation, have made every effort to improve things. On the whole, we, as relatives, have found Cairdean to be spacious and welcoming with the staff being very approachable and friendly.
18 February 2025
I am extremely pleased with the way he has settled at Cairdean and I feel it is due to the care and attention he has received from all staff especially his immediate team of carers and also due to the comfortable and stimulating surroundings.
22 January 2025
I was impressed by Cairdean House from my initial visit. I like the way it is organised in small units. My aunt has settled well and I have been kept well informed of her care. The home has a lovely family atmosphere,and staff are welcoming, caring and attentive.
07 January 2025
When I first visited Cairdean House with my mother in October, we were immediately impressed by the friendliness of the staff and the atmosphere of the home. As there was a room available that was suitable for her, the move in process was quick and straightforward. Since moving in, she has settled in well. She loves all the staff and has become friendly with several of the residents. She hadn't been able to go out very much in the last couple of years and was very lonely. She seems much happier now. There was a minor issue with the food. She complained about the quality and the portion size. When it was brought to the staff's attention, they dealt with it quickly. She now seems to have fewer complaints about the food. I can't fault the cleanliness of the home. Everything is always spotless and very tidy. The most important thing to me is that I know my mum is comfortable, safe and being well looked after.
17 December 2024
My mother is a new resident at Cairdean House. As someone who has always been protective of her privacy and independence, it was not an easy move for her to make. The sensitivity and understanding of the Cairdean staff - both management and care staff - was instrumental in reassuring my mother and myself that the move was the right one. This included a 2 week trial stay. On moving permanently, mum was initially unhappy with the noise near her newly allocated room. When this was raised, she was moved to a new room. This was done promptly and readily by Cairdean management recognising an opportunity to show my mother that her comfort was paramount. Since my mother has become a resident at Cairdean, I see her building new relationships with staff and residents, growing in confidence in her new environment that is empowering and stimulating for her - which is wonderful to see.
04 November 2024
We are incredibly grateful for the support we received in settling Mum into the care home as it was a challenging time. The team's attention to detail and genuine willingness to answer all our questions and provide valuable advice made the entire process much smoother. A special thank you to the care home manager for her exceptional care and attention, which really made a difference. We truly appreciate all the kindness and professionalism shown. Thank you!
10 August 2024
My mum moved to Cairdean House a few weeks ago and she was impressed with it as soon as she arrived. She got a warm welcome and settled in immediately. Her room is bright and airy and looks onto the garden. The staff have been simply amazing. They are so helpful and friendly. She is looked after 24 hours a day which is very reassuring for me. There is a great variety of daily activities to participate in. We are always made to feel welcome when we visit and the staff are very good at keeping me up to date.
17 July 2024
Dad's admission to Cairdean was made much easier with the support of the Customer Relations Manager who was very informative and welcoming. She was waiting for us on arrival and introduced us to all the staff and ensured all was ready in Dad's room. It took some time for Dad to adjust but he was able to form good relationships with staff and they have all been kind and helpful. The rooms and environment are lovely but the garden and smoking area could be improved with the addition of a covered area. On a couple of occasions, Dad was left without his hearing aids and glasses which hampered his communication but this was the exception and overall he was well cared for and I would certainly recommend Cairdean to others.
16 July 2024
My mother moved to Cairdean a couple of months ago. We are thrilled with the care she has received and how attentive they have been to her needs. The manager was helpful to an extent beyond what I would have expected and has communicated with me a number of times to check in that Mum was settling okay from my point of view. The home has a lovely atmosphere and the staff is great. Mum's first comment on moving in was about how nice the food is - that's important! I would recommend Cairdean to others searching for a care home.
15 July 2024
Arranging respite for my husband was very straightforward and communication was excellent throughout. I was able to visit beforehand and was given a lot of information about what would happen before, during, and after respite. The staff were friendly, caring, and respectful and made our family feel very welcome. They also made sure my husband was able to join in the many activities on offer, as well as getting outside regularly, which is very important to him. With all this in mind, we had peace of mind knowing he was being well cared for during his stay, and would highly recommend Cairdean.
10 June 2024
When the time came to look for a care home for my mother, my brother and I drew up a shortlist based on Care Inspectorate reviews. We looked at three homes in Edinburgh but Cairdean was by far the nicest. We were welcomed and shown around on several occasions. We didn't feel any pressure to decide straight away and were assured we could look around as many times as necessary because finding the right environment was important. The building is well laid out and spacious and all of the staff were friendly and welcoming. Our mother's entry to the care home went well. A home visit was made to meet her and find out her medical and support needs. When we arrived, the staff from her unit came down to meet and welcome her. Our mother has settled in well and her room is lovely. It is always clean and tidy. My brother and I are happy with the care our mother has received so far.
10 April 2024
It’s a big move and very stressful when a relative needs to go into a care home and we are very happy that my mother is in Cairdean as they have been wonderful. We narrowed it down to three care homes in the local area and thought Cairdean was the best due to its purpose built nature, brightness, modernity and most importantly the staff. From first contacting Cairdean we were made to feel welcome. We were shown around the home and impressed with the facilities. Then when it became apparent that my mother urgently needed to be in a care home (due to being deemed a fall risk) Cairdean pulled out all the stops to get our mother in very quickly. My mother has a nice room, is fed good quality meals, has activities to join in but most importantly is being looked after 24 hours a day which is a great relief. Having been in six weeks my mother looks a lot healthier, is more alert and is moving more. We are also made to feel welcome every time we visit, including our dog!
Latest Reviews for Cairdean House
26 August 2025
Needed to send my mum for respite care while I went on holiday. I Googled and read reviews, visited only 2 and Cairdean stood out by a mile. The initial meeting was great, really informative but in a relaxed way. The staff were compassionate, professional, and genuinely cared for her well-being. It gave me a much-needed break, allowing me to recharge and come back to caregiving with renewed energy and patience. The peace of mind knowing she's was in good hands was invaluable. I highly recommend their respite services to anyone in need of support. My mum really didn't want to leave!
21 July 2025
I recently had to start the process of looking for permanent residential care for my husband. I visited a number of care homes around the Edinburgh area before selecting Cairdean House. It was easily my first choice. The 'feeling' that I had from the various visits I made prior to making the decision to move my husband into the home, went a long way to giving me comfort that I had made the right decision. All of the staff that I have encountered both during the initial visits and since my husband became a resident have been extremely professional and friendly. A particular member of staff made the whole process streamless and easy, and was always available to answer any questions that I had from the outset. My husband has settled in so well, and the way that he has adapted to his new home is comforting to us as a family. I can't recommend Cairdean House enough.
15 May 2025
A thank you to the full team Cairdean (activities, nurses, carers, catering, facilities, management) who put on the VE day party yesterday - everything was thought off and it was clearly appreciated by all who took part, which is also timely with regard to the very appropriate staff appreciation notices and events last week.
08 May 2025
I viewed a number of private care homes in south edinburgh and Cairdean was my first choice for my dad. He has only been living there for 2 weeks and already he is happy, as if he has lived there forever. The entire emotionally exhausting experience was made so much easier by the staff who made my dad and myself feel welcome and supported. From our initial show around to now, the staff have been brilliant. Smiling, empathetic, happy and above all else....kind. Cairdean is such a happy environment. I feel confident and immense relief that dad is happy and safe there.
07 May 2025
What visiting cairdean nursing home? I have received amazing Help from the business administrator and all of the nursing reception management staff nothing is a bother and they can't do enough to assist me. Thank you to everybody for making me feel so welcome today and my small assistance, animal whilst I was on site today I look forward greatly to coming back to seeing the team cairdean
07 May 2025
Our friend and neighbour moved to Cairdean House last July. The property looked lovely and the staff we met were very friendly and explained everything to us about life in CH. Our friend moved in and since the first day her life has improved immeasurably. The staff are wonderful, not just one or two, every member of staff is friendly, helpful and always prepared to answer any questions we have. We visit our friend twice a week and we know so many staff by their first names. The weekly activity programme is excellent. The quality of the food is of a high standard, and the menu changes every day. The ratio of staff to residents is very good, and the place is always spotlessly clean. Since our friend moved to CH last July, we have not found one thing to criticise. I would recommend CH to anyone. We no longer have to worry about her, as we know she is in a safe environment and being looked after by caring staff.
01 May 2025
I moved my friend to Cairdean House six months ago. Having reviewed many care homes Cairdean House was my choice. The friendly staff and the wonderful activity provided made it the obvious choice. In the six months that my friend has spent in Cairdean I am happy to say that she has settled in very happily.
25 April 2025
Mum moved into Cairdean at the end of January & is still settling in, no fault of the staff but it is a very difficult time for her. A family lunch in the fine dining was beautifully catered for & enjoyed by all. Admission went well & the lady was very helpful allowing us to put things in her room before she arrived from hospital. A wide range of activities are available, which Mum enjoys & the hair salon is a plus. We are given weekly schedules which allow us to plan when to visit.
09 April 2025
Since her admission on 10th December 2024 Mum has found it a bit difficult to settle in but I think we are now beginning to see some progress. It has been a difficult time for her but, for the most part, has not been the fault of Cairdean who, when made aware of the situation, have made every effort to improve things. On the whole, we, as relatives, have found Cairdean to be spacious and welcoming with the staff being very approachable and friendly.
18 February 2025
I am extremely pleased with the way he has settled at Cairdean and I feel it is due to the care and attention he has received from all staff especially his immediate team of carers and also due to the comfortable and stimulating surroundings.
22 January 2025
I was impressed by Cairdean House from my initial visit. I like the way it is organised in small units. My aunt has settled well and I have been kept well informed of her care. The home has a lovely family atmosphere,and staff are welcoming, caring and attentive.
07 January 2025
When I first visited Cairdean House with my mother in October, we were immediately impressed by the friendliness of the staff and the atmosphere of the home. As there was a room available that was suitable for her, the move in process was quick and straightforward. Since moving in, she has settled in well. She loves all the staff and has become friendly with several of the residents. She hadn't been able to go out very much in the last couple of years and was very lonely. She seems much happier now. There was a minor issue with the food. She complained about the quality and the portion size. When it was brought to the staff's attention, they dealt with it quickly. She now seems to have fewer complaints about the food. I can't fault the cleanliness of the home. Everything is always spotless and very tidy. The most important thing to me is that I know my mum is comfortable, safe and being well looked after.
17 December 2024
My mother is a new resident at Cairdean House. As someone who has always been protective of her privacy and independence, it was not an easy move for her to make. The sensitivity and understanding of the Cairdean staff - both management and care staff - was instrumental in reassuring my mother and myself that the move was the right one. This included a 2 week trial stay. On moving permanently, mum was initially unhappy with the noise near her newly allocated room. When this was raised, she was moved to a new room. This was done promptly and readily by Cairdean management recognising an opportunity to show my mother that her comfort was paramount. Since my mother has become a resident at Cairdean, I see her building new relationships with staff and residents, growing in confidence in her new environment that is empowering and stimulating for her - which is wonderful to see.
04 November 2024
We are incredibly grateful for the support we received in settling Mum into the care home as it was a challenging time. The team's attention to detail and genuine willingness to answer all our questions and provide valuable advice made the entire process much smoother. A special thank you to the care home manager for her exceptional care and attention, which really made a difference. We truly appreciate all the kindness and professionalism shown. Thank you!
10 August 2024
My mum moved to Cairdean House a few weeks ago and she was impressed with it as soon as she arrived. She got a warm welcome and settled in immediately. Her room is bright and airy and looks onto the garden. The staff have been simply amazing. They are so helpful and friendly. She is looked after 24 hours a day which is very reassuring for me. There is a great variety of daily activities to participate in. We are always made to feel welcome when we visit and the staff are very good at keeping me up to date.
17 July 2024
Dad's admission to Cairdean was made much easier with the support of the Customer Relations Manager who was very informative and welcoming. She was waiting for us on arrival and introduced us to all the staff and ensured all was ready in Dad's room. It took some time for Dad to adjust but he was able to form good relationships with staff and they have all been kind and helpful. The rooms and environment are lovely but the garden and smoking area could be improved with the addition of a covered area. On a couple of occasions, Dad was left without his hearing aids and glasses which hampered his communication but this was the exception and overall he was well cared for and I would certainly recommend Cairdean to others.
16 July 2024
My mother moved to Cairdean a couple of months ago. We are thrilled with the care she has received and how attentive they have been to her needs. The manager was helpful to an extent beyond what I would have expected and has communicated with me a number of times to check in that Mum was settling okay from my point of view. The home has a lovely atmosphere and the staff is great. Mum's first comment on moving in was about how nice the food is - that's important! I would recommend Cairdean to others searching for a care home.
15 July 2024
Arranging respite for my husband was very straightforward and communication was excellent throughout. I was able to visit beforehand and was given a lot of information about what would happen before, during, and after respite. The staff were friendly, caring, and respectful and made our family feel very welcome. They also made sure my husband was able to join in the many activities on offer, as well as getting outside regularly, which is very important to him. With all this in mind, we had peace of mind knowing he was being well cared for during his stay, and would highly recommend Cairdean.
10 June 2024
When the time came to look for a care home for my mother, my brother and I drew up a shortlist based on Care Inspectorate reviews. We looked at three homes in Edinburgh but Cairdean was by far the nicest. We were welcomed and shown around on several occasions. We didn't feel any pressure to decide straight away and were assured we could look around as many times as necessary because finding the right environment was important. The building is well laid out and spacious and all of the staff were friendly and welcoming. Our mother's entry to the care home went well. A home visit was made to meet her and find out her medical and support needs. When we arrived, the staff from her unit came down to meet and welcome her. Our mother has settled in well and her room is lovely. It is always clean and tidy. My brother and I are happy with the care our mother has received so far.
10 April 2024
It’s a big move and very stressful when a relative needs to go into a care home and we are very happy that my mother is in Cairdean as they have been wonderful. We narrowed it down to three care homes in the local area and thought Cairdean was the best due to its purpose built nature, brightness, modernity and most importantly the staff. From first contacting Cairdean we were made to feel welcome. We were shown around the home and impressed with the facilities. Then when it became apparent that my mother urgently needed to be in a care home (due to being deemed a fall risk) Cairdean pulled out all the stops to get our mother in very quickly. My mother has a nice room, is fed good quality meals, has activities to join in but most importantly is being looked after 24 hours a day which is a great relief. Having been in six weeks my mother looks a lot healthier, is more alert and is moving more. We are also made to feel welcome every time we visit, including our dog!