Sanctuary Care
Fernihurst Care Home
Nursing home in East Devon, Devon
Operated by Sanctuary Care
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Fernihurst is a nursing home in Exmouth, Devon, operated by the not-for-profit provider Sanctuary Care, just a stone's throw from Exmouth beach. It provides nursing, dementia, palliative and end-of-life care along with respite, across 50 spacious en-suite bedrooms — each with its own individually painted front door, and some with sea views towards Dawlish.
Residents enjoy a hairdressing salon, several lounges, a conservatory and beautiful secure gardens with a summer house, sensory installations and wheelchair-accessible paths. A lively programme spans singing therapy, woodwork, crafts, pet therapy and outings on the "Whizzy Bus," complemented by a vintage-themed shop and Tiki bar. Fernihurst holds a Good CQC rating and Gold Standard end-of-life care accreditation.
Care provided
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Activities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected October 2025
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAdequate
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
13 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Nursing care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Devon council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,054 |
| 2025 | — | £1,110 |
| 2026 | £1,299 | — |
What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Fernihurst Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 8.4 miles away. The local GP practice is ROLLE MEDICAL PARTNERSHIP, 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in East Devon
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Ottery Help Scheme
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Trip Community Transport Association
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Honiton Carers Support Group
Activities include Art & Craft, Speakers on various subjects, Walk & Chats and many other activities all chosen by the members themselves.
The Sid Valley Memory Cafe
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the cost of care at Fernihurst?
It's best to call the home directly on 01395 201083 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.
Part of Sanctuary Care
Fernihurst Care Home is one of 123 homes run by Sanctuary Care on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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