The Orders of St John Care Trust
Lake House Care Home
Residential care home in Cherwell, Oxfordshire
Operated by The Orders of St John Care Trust
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- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Lake House Care Home is a 43-bed residential care home run by the Orders of St John Care Trust, located in Adderbury, Cherwell, Oxfordshire. The home provides residential and respite care across four separate household units, with support for people in early-stage dementia. It was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.
The home is situated in a rural village setting near Banbury and is organised into distinct household groupings to support different care needs and preferences. Communal spaces range from quieter lounges to larger areas for social activities, and there are private family facilities available for visiting relatives.
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Facilities
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Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected May 2025
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtSparse
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsLimited
- TakeawaysLimited
Local crime statistics
253 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,280 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Oxfordshire usually pays £1,184 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £96 a week.
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 Oxfordshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £1,138 |
| 2025 | — | £1,184 |
| 2026 | £1,280 | — |
What Oxfordshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Lake House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Horton General Hospital, 2.6 miles away. The local GP practice is HIGHTOWN SURGERY, 2.5 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Cherwell
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern Bicester and District
We provide coffee & teas for the over 60's while they wait for the buses or have been shopping. Provide shelter from the weather when required and a place to get information from AGE UK.
Kidlington and District Information Centre
The provision of a free, confidential and impartial information service to all individuals, including - Local Services, Communications, travel and transport and Leisure and Tourism information.…
Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Lake House cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01522 300904.
Part of The Orders of St John Care Trust
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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