A Warm Welcome Awaits You
Award winning residential care in a country setting
Is it time for you to have the care, comfort and companionship you deserve?
About Us
Providing quality care in a country house setting, for those who wish to spend their retirement in a caring, family atmosphere.
We are a family run home providing compassionate and skilful care in welcoming and luxurious surroundings based in a beautiful village, Otterton near Budleigh Salterton in East Devon. Every effort is made to create a warm, friendly and relaxed environment where older people can continue their previous lifestyle as far as possible, and in which individuality, independence and personal dignity are respected at all times.





Our Care Services
Compassionate care tailored to every need
Our care services provide a safe, supportive, and homely environment for your loved ones. We specialise in residential, respite, and Dementia care, delivering personalised support with compassion and trust.

Residential care
As a residential care home we offer assistance with personal care, such as washing, dressing, bathing or showering. We can assist with getting up in the morning and going to bed at night, at a time which suits you. We can help with continence care, medical issues, medication administration and meal times.

Respite care
Respite Care involves coming to stay with us for a short holiday, allowing your carer or loved ones to have a break and recharge their batteries, with peace of mind that you will be well looked after by us.

Dementia care
Our approach to dementia care is of compassion, kindness and sensitivity, where residents are supported to live meaningful lives full of happiness, acceptance and contentment, irrespective of the type of dementia they live with and their symptoms at any given time.
our Amenities
Comforts of home
Discover a warm, welcoming environment designed with your loved ones in mind. Our care home offers thoughtfully crafted amenities that promote comfort, safety, and a sense of belonging.
Landscaped Gardens
Tranquil outdoor spaces for relaxation.
Beautiful Country Views
Scenic countryside vistas to enjoy daily.
Private En-Suite Rooms
Comfortable, private rooms with modern amenities.
Award Winning Cuisine
Nutritious, chef-prepared meals daily.
Country Style Wellbeing
Holistic care in a peaceful environment.
Varied Activities Programme
Engaging activities tailored to interests.
what we offer
How can we help you?

Tastefully decorated communal rooms, including two lounges, communal and private dining rooms and a hairdressing salon. All of our bedrooms have en-suite facilities and views of our beautiful and accessible gardens.
Outstanding care provided 24 hours a day by our compassionate, friendly and professional team who have been rated as ‘Outstanding’ for caring by the Care Quality Commission.
Homegrown and locally sourced food, freshly cooked meals and cakes every day by our talented catering team, who have won an award for the best care home catering team in Britain.
Full and varied activities programme with a choice of concerts, quizzes, themed lunches, fitness sessions for all abilities and a variety of sociable occasions to attend.
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To find out more about what we offer.
Please download our brochure.

MEET THE TEAM
Increase your relationship potential.
My first job in care as a Care Assistant in a small residential home in 1989. With 35 years of experience in the residential, nursing and dementia care. I have worked in most of the departments of small to big care home in the UK. Obtained several qualifications (NVQ3 & NVQ5) and become Train the trainer during these years. I have always believed in person-centred care and passionate about making a difference to people lives and care home should always be welcoming, inviting and creating memories.
I felt privileged to become the Home Manager of The Old Vicarage in Otterton, East Devon area and to work so closely with residents, their close family members and our staff to ensure each resident gets the person-centred care and attention they require to get the best out of their life in our home. I am very proud to lead a team of dedicated, compassionate and caring staff. They are a happy, fun-loving team, and every day I see them go over and above to make a difference to the lives of our residents and families.
Vanessa Powling
Home Manager


How it works
Take the next step with The Old Vicarage
Get In Touch
One of our friendly care advisors will be in touch within 24 hours.
Visit Our Home
Book your visit at The Old Vicarage today, the team will show you around our beautiful country home.
Move-In Date
Once you and your loved ones are completely happy, we will agree to a start date for you to move into your new home.
Settling In
Join our community & enjoy all of the facilities and activities available at our home!
Discuss Your Next Steps

Testimonials
What are our clients thinking?
The feeling I get at the Old Vicarage is that everyone, staff and residents alike, enjoy a sense of community, and staff feel motivated to contribute their very best to ensure a uniformly high level of support and comfort
Daughter of Resident
I enjoy having the freedom to
come and go as I please.
I love going outside for a walk and it’s easy to make friends here.
Quote from a resident
It is heart-warming to read the report of the latest Residents’ forum
Email from a relative
You would have to go a long way to find a care home as good as The Old Vicarage
Quote from a resident
There is a wonderful, welcoming and cheerful atmosphere at The Old Vicarage.
Letter from a relative

Contact us
Get in touch for more information.

Ropers Lane, Otterton, Budleigh Salterton East Devon. EX9 7JF
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