Care home
Oak House Care Home
Nursing home in Axminster, Devon
Oak House Care Home
Nursing home in Axminster, Devon
Operated by Mr H N & Mrs S J M Dennis & Mr D M & Mrs A M Baker
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.
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About
Oak House Care Home is a 17-bed home in Axminster, Devon, providing residential and nursing care for older people. It supports people who can no longer manage at home and aims to help residents keep their routines, interests and social lives, with each person's plan of care shaped around their own needs and preferences. Residents can have meals prepared on site, and the home welcomes visits from family and friends.
The home was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in its 2023 report, with Good grades across the Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led areas. Its nursing service provides round-the-clock support from a qualified nurse.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 12 April 2023 · Last inspected 28 February 2023
Inspectors found that people at Oak House, a listed building in Axminster for up to 17 older people and people living with dementia, received safe, well-supported care. Staff understood how to protect people from harm, were trained, and worked with clear care plans, medicines management, and sound infection control. The culture was described as open and friendly, with leaders visible around the service.
- Staff understood safeguarding and were supported by the registered manager and senior team
- People's needs and preferences were assessed before moving in and reflected in care plans
- Infection prevention and control was effective and the home was clean
- Good support for healthy eating, hydration, and timely referrals to other professionals
- Inspectors discussed the need for communal areas to be monitored more regularly to keep people safe
- The lift was undergoing major refurbishment and the main lounge was being decorated at the time of the visit
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Care provided
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2024
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Fire station about 500 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceSparse
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
Local crime statistics
57 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| 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 | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,054 |
| 2025 | £1,110 |
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Local health safety net
Oak House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Musgrove Park Hospital, 16.7 miles away. The local GP practice is AXMINSTER MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Axminster
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Seaton University of the Third Age (U3a)
A self-help organisation for older people and those who are retired from full time work, which draws upon the knowledge, experience and skills of our members to organise and provide interest…
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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