The Cotswold Home

Woodside Drive, Bradwell Grove, Burford OX18 4XA
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The Cotswold Home is a traditional property not far from Burford, where residents can enjoy exceptional residential, nursing and palliative care with short stay and respite care options. This award-winning home combines comfortable interiors and picturesque surroundings. Purpose-built, it has fifty one en-suite rooms and views over the landscaped gardens adding to customer satisfaction and enjoyment. Nestled in the heart of the Gloucestershire countryside, The Cotswold Home is an idyllic retreat offering spacious, tastefully decorated rooms, additional lounges , relaxation and dining areas and a peaceful and nurturing environment. Surrounded by picturesque gardens and courtyards, residents can enjoy nature’s beauty from the comfort of the home or while exploring the serene grounds. The Cotswold Home fosters a warm community spirit, with activities ranging from creative workshops, exercise classes, visiting entertainers and musicians, celebratory meals to seasonal events and garden parties. Mealtimes are a highlight, with freshly prepared dishes crafted from local ingredients, served in the elegant dining room or private areas as preferred.

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Care Provided by The Cotswold Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 51 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Autism/ASD
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Jessica Walter (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (51)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (51)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for The Cotswold Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,600
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £2,200
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,700
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £2,300

  • We offer short term respite care as well as permanent care for both residential and nursing. .We will apply for NHS-funded Nursing Care (FNC) for all residents receiving nursing care and if awarded this will be deducted from your fees.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact The Cotswold Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

The Cotswold Home Reviews (85)

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The Cotswold Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.858) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Cotswold Home has 85 reviews.

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Review from Miriam P (Respite Resident) published on 7 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having damaged my right elbow, I spent 12 days in respite (my fourth respite in The Cotswold Home). A huge welcome from all the staff! As always, meticulous care and attention gave me the care I needed at that time. A very happy and comfortable stay. Staff really worked as a team. A home from home.

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Review from c L (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff are always very helpful and friendly. There is a lovely warm atmosphere within the home. The activities are varied to cater for all tastes, the music activities are particularly enjoyed.

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Review from Nigel J (Son of Resident) published on 21 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very impressed with the site, accommodation and service from all personnel. Attention to detail from the care staff was exceptional, and I feel very comfortable leaving my 93-year-old mum in their care. I would recommend The Cotswold Home highly.

Reply from Helen Grice, Operation Support Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you for taking the time to review the care that your Mum has received. All the staff work very hard to always deliver the highest standards and this review will be shared with them.


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Review from E P (Respite Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 27 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been very well looked after during my stay, as usual. I am always particularly impressed by how friendly and welcoming all the staff are throughout my stay.

Reply from Anna Boyes, Marketing Director at The Cotswold Home

Thank you for kindly taking the time to leave a review. I am so happy to hear that you had a good stay with us and we look forward to welcoming you back.


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Review from Janet B (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has had a great month at The Cotswold Home - she has been helping plant flowers in the various recycled objects for the 'potted perfection' display, including handbags and wellington boots! She really enjoyed this and the display is amazing! The home also has a partridge and some chicks who have
taken up residence in the garden so that has been lovely to see. Mum really enjoys living at the home and the staff are so kind and helpful - it was a big wrench to leave her home but she couldn't be in a better place.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Mum is such a lovely character to have in the home, and gets involved in so much. Was a pleasure to see her involved in the potted perfected! Thank you for your review.


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Review from Sarah Y (Wife of Resident) published on 22 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband had a wonderful respite week. He enjoyed all aspects of the home. Comfortable, very friendly staff. Clean and tidy bedroom as the rest of the home was and pretty gardens easy to access in a wheelchair. Spent some time in the craft room. Completed a picture for the grandchildren. Most days
he enjoyed three courses of lovely food from the extremely tasty menu. All fresh meat, vegetables and fruit all prepared and cooked on-site. Absolutely worth it.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

It was such a pleasure having your husband join us, and I hope you enjoyed your rest too! Maybe we shall see you both in the future!


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Review from B S (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My first contact with the home was with the general manager, who managed to find accommodation - at very short notice - for my mother who is 93 and recovering from heart surgery.
She was kind, helpful and professional, and it was a huge relief to have my mother settled in such a nice environment. The
other staff that I have encountered have been friendly and welcoming. My mother is happily settled after a very traumatic 3 weeks, appreciates the beautiful gardens, the peaceful and settled atmosphere, and the kindness and care from the staff. I am confident that she will recover well in such surroundings - thank you all.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you very much for your feedback and I am glad your mother has settled and is on the mend, it's been lovely to have her with us. Please do contact me if you have any questions/further feedback.


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Review from N P (Son of Resident) published on 3 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Elizabeth Finn/The Cotswold Home have been fantastic - my 83-year-old father was critically ill and fought through in an NHS hospital. We reached a position where he was medically well enough but needed intense care and rehabilitation. EF were able to take him rapidly and start his ongoing recovery
and strength-building.
He has made huge progress with physio, great care and very pleasant kind staff - and both my parents enjoy lunch together each day.
Settled in fast and certainly both my parents are enjoying the rest - the flexibility offered to extend is also great.
Think we will be here a little longer and Dad has indicated he would be happy to come back when my mother needs an operation later this year.
Thank you all.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

It has been a pleasure to be able to get to know your dad and help with his recovery. We look forward to seeing him in the future.


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Review from M R (Respite Resident) published on 29 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As the first time of staying in a care home for four days, I found the staff were excellent. The premises were always clean with food very well provided.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you for your lovely comments. We look forward to hopefully seeing you again in the future.


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Review from A B (Respite Resident) published on 30 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent, friendly home. Helpful person at reception and unit manager of staff and all the many helpers were very friendly. Visitors were welcome, including dogs, and dogs were allowed to stay with residents. Everyone was called by their first name. A hairdresser came once a week.
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excellent, with different activities, such as quizzes or cooking. Very good meals were served and we could choose what we wanted to eat from a menu the day before. Many different options. We could sit with others in the dining room or stay in our bedrooms. Vegetables offered with main course and coffee afterwards.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you for kindly taking the time to leave us a review. I am pleased to hear of your good experience and we hope to welcome you again at The Cotswold home.


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Review from N B (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 24 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I really like The Cotswold Home - there is plenty of space to walk around and it is very nicely decorated and very comfortable. The other residents are very friendly and I enjoy mixing with people and joining in the activities and games. The staff are very helpful and caring. The food is very good apart
from when they have mushrooms and shellfish!

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you for your review and we are glad you like your home! We also enjoy you being here as a resident, brightening all our days and joining the activities.


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Review from Chris H (Son of Resident) published on 15 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum lived at The Cotswold Home for the last four years of her long life. She was always well looked-after by kind and attentive staff, particularly in her final days. When she chose to remain in her room as her mobility became limited, there were always callers to make sure she had everything she needed.
The Cotswold Home is an attractive building in a lovely country setting with sheltered gardens, a good quality dining room, bar area, library and various lounges. The staff arrange a wide-ranging programme of activities and events and there always seems to be something going on for residents. There are hairdressing facilities, a studio for arts and crafts, television lounges and everything to make residents' lives comfortable. Fresh flowers adorn the corridors, and the building has a light and airy feel. Residents' rooms are spacious with en-suite facilities. The catering staff provide a choice of meals three times a day, and there are always hot drinks, fruit and snacks available.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you for your review, it was an absolute pleasure to have your mum living with us at The Cotswold Home. She is missed muchly.


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Review from S J (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It was lovely to see Dad interact with people again after being alone after the loss of my mum.
He enjoyed the harpist, and just to see him sitting with other people, his foot tapping, obviously enjoying the experience was wonderful.
He told me all about the fireworks evening, which had lifted his
spirits and given him something to chat about. Although he was only there for a week's respite, we have booked him in again for another short break.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you for your review - respite can be such a great experience when done correctly. Glad Dad got involved. See you both again soon.


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Review from K B (Respite Resident) published on 30 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My week was an experience as expected. What I didn't know was just how small and hard the bed was, it was the most uncomfortable bed I have ever slept in. This was my reason for not wishing to take up a permanent residency.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you for your review and we are sorry you did not find the bed comfortable. We hope you take care and in was a pleasure to have you join us.


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Review from C L (Son of Resident) published on 20 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When my wife and I go away on holiday, my father moves from our house into Elizabeth Finn at Burford. He is always welcomed and made to feel at home. The rooms are comfortable and the food is always of a very high standard with a good choice of menu. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff and all
my father's needs are met with kindness and a smile from the staff. We always go away knowing we have left him in good hands.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you very much for your kind words. We all look forward to your father joining us when he does come for his visits. I am glad you are reassured, that is exactly what we are here for.


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Review from Richard B (Son of Resident) published on 3 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

During the six years my mother lived at The Cotswold Home, she was treated with dignity, respect, and a level of personal attention and nursing for which I will always be grateful. The continuity of key staff, the calm and cheerful atmosphere, the dining facilities, and the welcome given to guests and
relatives of residents were all notable. Initially reluctant to leave her own house, my mother was quickly won over by the friendliness of the staff, great physiotherapy, lunch everyday with other interesting residents, and the ability to ask for hot chocolate whenever she wished! She stopped being lonely and found a peace that had eluded her when struggling on her own. In her final two years, as my mother became increasingly frail, the nursing was meticulous and deeply caring through difficult times. And, when it came, the end of life care was exceptional in its humanity and level of attention. My mother was surrounded by affection at the Home and she was fond of many staff members.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

What a heartfelt review, thank you so much. It was an absolute pleasure to have your mum here and I know the staff were equally as fond of her and her family. Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from Christopher R (Son of Resident) published on 27 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother came to the home first for respite care but found the support so good that she stayed for years, gradually needing higher levels of care and support. Throughout the staff were exceptional, showing real care for the person. We ended up feeling that the home was a sort of extension to the family
- perhaps especially given we all had to live through the pandemic. Having visited some other homes, I would say that the levels of care are unusually high, both in terms of the patience of the staff - and also the staffing levels and availability. The care home was recommended to us by someone who had two long-term resident parents and I would also strongly recommend it to anyone needing a warm and caring environment.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

Thank you for your lovely words - and what a privilege it was for us to look after your mother all this time.


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Review from O B (Son of Resident) published on 11 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I found the Cotswold Care Home to be exceptional in all regards, kind sensitive and caring staff, a wonderful calm and nicely designed environment around a lovely courtyard, lovely food and generally well cared for and calm residents who seem very content there. My father suffered a stroke and needed
respite and assessment on his discharge from 4 weeks in hospital and the Cotswold Care Home proved to be the perfect environment where he has been very happy and seems to be making a very good recovery. Highly Recommended.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

I am delighted we were able to help, and wow what a recovery dad has made! Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from E B (Wife of Resident) published on 4 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has terminal brain cancer which is causing significant disabilities these are physical and he is fully lucid. I am his wife and main carer and was delighted to find such a brilliant caring and safe home which we are now using for monthly respite for three nights at a time. The staff all make
eye contact, treat everyone with respect and dignity and genuinely seem to enjoy their work. The atmosphere is inclusive and welcoming. The respite is giving me a break whilst knowing my husband is well looked after.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

We are privileged to be with you on your journey and I am glad you are able to rest for the short breaks.
Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from J H (Respite Resident) published on 7 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I came here on respite to attend a meeting on a very strong recommendation. I was greeted and immediately joined such friendly and caring staff. This stay coincided with the 75th BBQ celebration which was really enjoyable. The group on the roof with the 40s song was great. Made friends very quickly.
My leg treatment was done morning and night.

Reply from Jessica Poyant, General Manager at The Cotswold Home

I am so glad you were able to join us in our celebrations, and it is lovely to have you back with us as a permanent resident.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.858)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.858) out of 10 for The Cotswold Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.858 for The Cotswold Home is calculated as follows: ( (273 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 310 Ratings = 4.858

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Cotswold Home is based on 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 51 registered maximum number of service users is 10.2, which has been reached with 27 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 20 Sep 2019

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Outstanding

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    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Outstanding

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Outstanding

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (1)

Jessica

Jessica Poyant

Job Title: General Manager

Jessica has worked for Elizabeth Finn for 11 years, during this time she also trained in the NHS and is a qualified Mental Health nurse. Her extensive experience of working with learning disabilities and severe mental health illnesses has meant she brings her calming therapeutic relationship skills to her passion for elderly care.


Jessica gets her job satisfaction from encouraging freedom of choice and delivering and promoting person-centred care.


Frequently Asked Questions about The Cotswold Home

What types of Care is The Cotswold Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Respite Care, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment & No Medical Intervention are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does The Cotswold Home provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Physiotherapy, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does The Cotswold Home have?

There are 51 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Cotswold Home?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Cotswold Home to the centre of Burford?

2.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.