Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

22, Bartonwood Road, Barton on Sea, New Milton BH25 7NN
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  • Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home, New Milton
Ocean Breeze care home is set in the town of New Milton in the New Forest, in an ideal position close to the local shops and seafront.

Having undergone a full refurbishment, the home has been expertly coordinated by Diana Calella, award winning dementia interior designer. The home's bedrooms all has ensuite, communal areas, landscaped gardens and many more exciting and unique facilities.

Located in a quiet road, in the village of Barton on Sea, New Milton, Ocean Breeze is within easy access of Lymington and Christchurch.

A team of highly trained care staff aim to create a home from home atmosphere with a compassionate feel, fully involving families and friends in the care of their loved ones. Care practices reflect a holistic, person centered approach with each resident each of whom will have their own key worker who will ensure their wellbeing is being met at all times. The home operates full Person Centre Care Plans which are developed with the service users, family to ensure that the individual lives his or her life to the full.

Running fully supervised visits to local attractions and places of interest as suitable to each of the residents, with a varied activity programme, also facilities such as a hairdresser, local entertainers and visiting professionals for beauty treatments, chiropody, reflexology and other services as required.

Staff are happy to be able to offer day care and respite periods. This is subject to assessment to ensure staff can provide the correct care where required. There are also free limited day spaces for people living alone over the Christmas period. Please contact the home for availability.

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Care Provided by Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Detention Under Mental Health Act
  • Mental Health Condition
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 24 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Elaine Shearing (Registered Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 45+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (20)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Funding & Fees Guide for Ocean Breeze Residential Care 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 £1,200 – £1,350
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,200 – £1,350
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £1,200 – £1,350
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,200 – £1,350
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Please feel free to call in at anytime to view the home.


  • Parking

  • Parking on street outside the property.


Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home Reviews (56)

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9.6

Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.625) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home has 56 reviews.

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Review from Pauline O (Wife of Resident) published on 7 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having decided my husband would have to go into a care home, I did as much research as possible and visited as many local homes (+ there are many!) as I could. Ocean Breeze stood out, clean, cheerful - games were being played in the lounge, everyone (including the staff) seemed happy, a lovely atmosphere.
This initial impression was borne out over the six years my husband was there (he died of dementia in September 2024) + the incredible care, love + attention he received could not have been bettered. The staff also liaised with me extremely well keeping me fully informed of any matters to do with my husbands health and well being. In my opinion Ocean Breeze in an excellent, outstanding home + I would (+ do) unreservedly recommend it to anyone.

Reply from Elaine Shearing, Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful 5* review, it was a pleasure to care for your husband, I will pass on your lovely review to the care team, please feel free to pop in to see us anytime.


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Review from Stephen S (Son of Resident) published on 26 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was depressed in her previous home and she is thriving. It's great to see how happy and positive about life she is now. The carers are fantastic and the programme of entertainment and quizzes really keeps her mind and interest high.

Reply from Elaine Shearing, Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful review, we are so pleased that Mum is thriving, all the staff love Mum and it's a pleasure to care for her.


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Review from Gwyneth M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care given went above and beyond not only for the residents but visitors alike.
From signing in, the welcome was warm and friendly up to date information given about the residents welfare. The premises were clean and fresh hygiene being a priority.
In the lounge area, lots of entertainment was
provided and the staff always engaged and encouraged the residents to join in.
A healthy and good selection of food was provided and fantastic tea and homemade cake was provided.
Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home provides a home from home experience, caring exemplary for all residents.

Reply from Elaine Shearing, Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review. We are so pleased you were happy with the care we provided. We loved having Mum as part of our Ocean Breeze family. Please feel free to come and see us and the other residents any time.


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Review from S W (Son of Resident) published on 4 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What a fantastic care home!
The home is clean, and well maintained, and the residents are well looked after.
Having a parent with Alzheimer's is never easy, but the manager and the team are wonderful. They all go above and beyond to make sure everything is covered, and care is given in the best way
possible.
What stands out for me, is how much management care for the residents. There is a real sense of love for my mother, and I know they'd care for her in the same way they would their own parents. That's a rare quality, but something we've picked up on. Can't ask for anything more.

Reply from Elaine Shearing, Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star reviews, we are so pleased you are happy with the care we provide and love having Mum as part of our Ocean Breeze family.


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Review from Izzy W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 4 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing doesn't begin to describe the wonderful experience we've had working alongside the manager and all at Ocean Breeze to get the best care possible for my mother-in-law. We were nervous about moving her initially, but have all been made to feel so welcome and at ease, we couldn't recommend them
enough! Fabulous staff and atmosphere.

Reply from Elaine Shearing, Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review, we are so pleased you are happy with the care we provide.


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Review from Andrew L (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 14 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father-in-law is a resident at Ocean Breeze. What a fantastic caring home. Staff are so helpful and friendly, always smiling. When you arrive to visit there is a happy atmosphere, always doing entertainment activities. You feel so at ease that the staff show so much care towards family.

Reply from Elaine Shearing, Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful 5 star review, we are so pleased you are happy with the care provided.


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Review from Tamsin C (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are amazing. They clearly know their residents very well and are attentive and caring. We are able to visit whenever we like and the communication between us and the management is great. My parents are very happy there and I love the fact that they spend so much time in the communal lounge,
rather than in their room and I have never heard alarms going off, which I had experienced in a different care home and found very distressing. I can't rate this care home enough.

Reply from Elaine Shearing, Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Hello, thank you for your wonderful 5-star review, we are so please your happy with the care we provide.


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Review from Julie F (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

So pleased we chose this care home for my mum. All staff are so friendly and approachable. My mum is registered blind, and all the staff are so understanding and give her all the help she needs to complete even the most simple tasks.
They were absolutely amazing during a recent spell of illness she
had. We were kept informed of all treatments and consulted regularly.
We can totally relax now and know that she is safe and cared for, but above all, she is happy. Well done, Ocean Breeze.

Reply from Elaine Shearing, Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Hello Julie, thank you so much for your wonderful five-star review. We are so pleased you are happy with the care provided at Ocean Breeze.


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Review from L P (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

I placed my mother in Ocean Breeze but found she was not being stimulated. The lounge was her just sitting staring at the other residents. The staff were friendly and overworked. The activity nearly every day was to throw a disc in a bowl and continually playing the same song, brown girl in the ring.
The staff were changing regularly. I have placed my mother in another care home in Barton, and there are so many staff she is kept stimulated and can go in the garden freely.
When I visited Ocean Breeze, I had to wait for ages to enter and leave the building as sometimes there were no staff about.

Reply from Mary McGowan, Director at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

We are sorry to read your comments regarding the care home. We now have a new management team, and they are already making progress in changing the atmosphere within the care home. Every effort is being made to ensure our residents are being kept stimulated with both activities and music, etc. Again, we are sorry to read your comments but have taken action to ensure there is a much-improved atmosphere within the care home. We hope your mother settles well in her new care home.


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Review from K M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Going into a home was hard for my mum as she has dementia, but the Ocean Breeze team settled her in very quickly. They were all amazing; everyone is so caring, kind and gentle, even when she tested them! The home has a lovely, calm atmosphere, and all the staff are so cheery. It is lovely to visit and
see my mum with such kind people, and I completely trust them with her. Thank you, team Ocean Breeze.

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Review from Gary W (Son of Resident) published on 28 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father went to Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home around October last year due to a fall at home, he is well looked after and the staff are first-class in all areas. My mother joined him in December 2022, initially for a two-week respite break but ended up staying as she clearly needed full-time
care. Again, the staff looked after her and work so hard and are always on hand to help, it is a lovely atmosphere for a care home. Everyone seems so happy. I am so pleased that I chose Ocean Breeze as it feels like home from home, I am always welcome.

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Review from Robert C (Son of Resident) published on 7 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care home. The staff are always extremely caring and supportive and treat Mum with dignity. They are always so cheerful and friendly and always welcoming whenever I or any of the family visit or call. Mum is really happy there and so well looked after and seems to have new zest for life.
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highly recommend Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home.
Thank you to the great management and staff.

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Review from H D (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care home. Staff are extremely caring and supportive and treat Mum with dignity. They are cheerful and friendly and always welcoming. Would highly recommend Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home. Mum is really happy there and so well looked after. Thank you to the great management and staff.

Reply from Cristina Marta, Registered Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Thank you for your kindness. It is really important for us to know that our efforts are recognised and that we reach our aim: to offer a happy, caring environment. Ocean Breeze team.


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Review from Simon S (Son of Resident) published on 3 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum came to Ocean Breeze direct from hospital in 2021 with Alzheimer's and was unable to do a great deal for herself.
Sadly passed away this week.
The staff have been amazing in dealing with my mother's needs.
The home is clean and tidy and a stone's throw from the sea and I would recommend Ocean
Breeze to anyone.

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Review from Graham F (Son of Resident) published on 31 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was in a number of care homes prior to Ocean Breeze where his experience was not good. We have found the staff at Ocean Breeze are professionally trained and experienced in giving excellent care for the needs of their residents. The kindness and compassion of staff made my father's stay a
calming and relaxing environment to be in. they allowed us access at any time for visits and to take Dad out in his wheelchair. We also found the staff very supportive towards us and would highly recommend this care home.

Reply from Cristina Marta, Registered Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Thank you very much for your feedback. It means a lot for us, knowing our work is recognised and appreciated. Your feedback gives us the motivation to go forward. All the best and it was a pleasure to have met Dad and his lovely family.


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Review from S W (Wife of Resident) published on 25 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Home from home immediately comes to mind when describing this residential care home. In addition to this is the immensely impressive caring, friendly and efficient staff. The meals are superb and the cleanliness throughout admirable. We are extremely fortunate to have been recommended to this facility.

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Review from Karen T (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ocean Breeze is a care Home and that is what it is, with bells on! My mother spent 9 months here and felt safe and happy. She loved having a garden. It has a family atmosphere and the residents receive daily sociable activities. To me, they care for body, mind and soul. I can't praise enough the manager,
and all her staff.

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Review from Nikki R (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum lived at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home for just over 2 years and we can't say enough amazing things about them all. She was so happy and safe here and it was such a relief to us to have found somewhere so brilliant for her. In her final days, they were kind, caring and made sure she kept
every ounce of her dignity. They were supportive to our family and always went the extra mile to accommodate us. The area of Barton On Sea is so beautiful, especially in the summer.

Reply from Cristina Marta, Registered Manager at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

Thank you for choosing us! These reviews are making the job worthwhile. We will remember Mum with love and a smile.
Ocean Breeze Team.


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Review from Denis M (Resident) published on 3 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am no longer able to live by myself due to age and illness, so have been looking for a placement in full-time care. My family and I spent much time in search of the perfect care home. After research into many residential care homes, Ocean Breeze care home proved to be the most suitable care home for
my welfare, for my life. Run by a family concern, we chose this superb care home for offering me superb accommodation. An amazing family run concern with a town nearby with the highest of standards.

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Review from Christina G (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum was in Ocean Breeze for just under 3 years till she sadly passed away from old age in October 2020. During her time at the home, she was treated with dignity and kindness. The care team couldn’t do enough to help her, encouraging her to take part in activities even though sometimes she was reluctant.
I can not fault Mum’s end of life care, she always wanted to die in her sleep in her home and she got her wish, surrounded by familiar voices her family. I was allowed to visit Mum and hold her hand and cuddle her in the final days which was a comfort to me. The home is a family and Mum and I were part of that family.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.625)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.625) out of 10 for Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 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 4.725 for Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (106 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) + (4 Poors x 2) + (2 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 120 Ratings = 4.725

  • 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 4.9 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home is based on 9 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 = 3.9

    • 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 24 registered maximum number of service users is 4.8, which has been reached with 9 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: 29 Apr 2021

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  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

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

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Meet the Team (2)

Elaine

Elaine Shearing

Job Title: Registered Manager

Joined: 2023

I have been working in care for over 25 years, I aim to provide high standards of holistic person-centred care with a compassionate and caring approach. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do so that they feel at home and have the best experience possible. I strive for staff to enjoy being at work and to be a part of caring for our residents as if they were our own families


Kaytie

Kaytie Spedding

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2023

Kaytie has worked in the care industry for over 19 years, her bubbly and fun personality makes her very popular amongst all the residents and staff.


Frequently Asked Questions about Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home

What types of Care is Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment, Detention Under Mental Health Act & No Medical Intervention are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home provide?

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

How many Rooms does Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home have?

There are 20 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, 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 Ocean Breeze Residential Care Home to the centre of New Milton?

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