Award-winning care in a country house setting

We are a family-run residential care home, nestled in the beautiful village of Otterton in East Devon, where every effort is made to create the ideal environment for our residents to enjoy their retirement years.

We welcome residents and guests for relaxing holidays, respite breaks, post-operative recuperation and
for permanent residency. Our care is tailored to inividual requirements and we ensure that we offer
a holistic approach, centred on individual preferences, incorporating physical health as well as, spiritual
and emotional well-being.

 Rated as *Outstanding* for care by the Care Quality Commission and multi-award winning for both our care and catering teams, we pride ourselves on our high standards and strive for excellence in every thing we do.​

Join our residents, relatives and staff for a 'virtual' tour of the home

Attractive and homely accommodation is provided in our comfortable and sociable rooms, tastefully decorated to retain their historic charm. Residents have a choice of comfortable spaces in which to relax, socialise with friends, receive guests or to join in with the activities programme...[read more]
Landscaped gardens are easily accesible from both floors of the home, with diverse planting for seasonal interest. A variety of comfortable seating areas, with level access throughout and staff on hand to ensure all residents are able to make the most of their beautiful country surroundings...[read more]
Private bedrooms are a space to call your own, with views of the garden and surrounding countryside. Decorate your room with your favourite furniture, pictures, paintings and have your belongings all around you. Entertain guests, follow your hobbies or spend quiet time alone in your own private haven...[read more]
Situated in the vibrant and friendly village of Otterton with it's
mill-cafe and cultural centre, local pub and a community shop. Otterton, which has an active community which our residents are a part of, is sandwiched between the popular sea-side towns of Sidmouth and Budleigh Salterton on the East Devon Jurrasic Coast...[read more]
Outstanding care is provided around the clock by our experienced, compassionate and friendly team. We have an unrivalled reputation for the quality of our care within the local community, and by the professionals with whom we work. We are rated as 'outstanding' for care by the CQC...[read more]
Family-run home, founded by Pat and Mike, and established over 35 years
ago. The Old Vicarage is a one-off  and unique home; not a large corporation. The family ethos permeates through the home, with residents and their families being welcomed into the larger 'The Old Vicarage family'...[read more]
Award-winning cuisine home-made and freshly prepared every day. Fruit and vegetables homegrown in our garden and locally sourced produce are used by our  talented cooks who were voted the 'Best UK Catering Team' by Caring UK. Our meals suit all tastes and appetites, and for variety and fun we have themed meals too...[read more]
Are you ready for a holiday? We provide Respite Care as a holiday for you and an opportunity for your usual carer to take a break. Post-Operative Care is available to help you get back on your feet and Short-Term Holidays allow you get away while giving you that extra support and TLC that you can't get in a hotel...[read more]
A full and varied activities programme with a wide choice of concerts, quizzes, themed lunches, fitness classes, arts and crafts, trips out, parties and celebrations. Activities are selected by the residents with an emphasis on celebrating choice and individuality...[read more]
Friendship and companionship is part of living in a small and friendly home
that gives plenty of oppotunities to make new friends, as well as entertain old aquaintances and family members of all ages. We'll take care of everthing so that you can get on and enjoy  yourself...[read more]
Rights for residents ensure that The Old Vicarage belongs to the residents who chose to make it their home. We provide opportunities for feedback and we are here to listen to suggestions and carry out the wishes of our residents. Regular forums give residents control over decisions affecting the home...[read more]
A new lease of life can be found through new experiences and re-discovering the things you used to enjoy. We celebrate special occasions and social events in style. We will ensure that your individual, medical and personal needs are taken care of so that you can enjoy life to the full...[read more]
Covid-safe care keeping residents safe and protected with vaccinations for residents and staff, stringent infection control measures in place, regular staff testing and plenty of covid-safe visiting options to welcome family and friends...[read more]
Visiting family and friends are at the heart of making our home a happy one. Despite the constraints of the pandemic, we have worked tirelessly to ensure that we can continue to safely welcome family and friends...[read more]
Our dedicated staff team are kind, caring and friendly, both to our residents and their visitors. It is the staff that create the unique atmosphere of the home and with their skills, training dedication and experience, you can rest assured that you will be in safe hands and well looked after...[read more]
Are you a caring, compassionate person? We are always interested to hear from people dedicated to looking after others. Experience is not always necessary, as all training is provided, if you have a good heart and plenty of enthusiasm! See our current job vacancies here...[read more]

A message from our Home Manager, Sue

In 2002, when I was welcomed into The Old Vicarage team as a care assistant, it was clear to me that this was not just a retirement home, this was a large, welcoming family.
I can truly say that 19 years later our ethos and values haven't changed and our residents still remain at the heart of everything that we do.

I felt privileged to become the Home Manager of The Old Vicarage and to work so closely with residents, their close family members and our staff to ensure each resident gets the individual care and attention they require to get the best out of 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.
                                                     Sue

Is it time to opt for the care, comfort and companionship you deserve?

  We understand that it can be an unsettling decision to move into a new home, but we aim to support
residents, family and friends throughout the transition, by answering any questions that you have.

Call our helpful and friendly team, who will be happy to help.