Award winning residential care in a country setting

Welcome to The Old Vicarage, 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 long-term living, relaxing holidays, respite care and post-operative care for people over the age of 65. Our care services are tailored to each person's individual requirement and we ensure that we offer the best care possible, in a holistic way.

The Old Vicarage is a converted country house, offering a warm and welcoming characterful home, for a peaceful and relaxing retirement. Every effort is made to create a welcoming, 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. ​​

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 tour of the home

What makes The Old Vicarage a unique home?
The Old Vicarage has a wonderfully homely and welcoming, happy and caring environment, where friendships are nurtured and where we truly want you to live life the way you chose. Take a closer look at what we offer -
Outstanding care 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. Rated as 'outstanding' for care by the CQC... 
Beautiful and homely accommodation comfortable and sociable rooms, tastefully decorated, retaining their historic charm. Residents have a choice of comfortable spaces in which to relax, socialise with friends or join in with activities...
Family-run home founded by Pat and Mike and family-run for over 35 years, we're a one-off home, not a large corporation. The family ethos peremates through the home, with residents and their families welcomed into the larger 'The Old Vicarage family'. We will always strive to maintain our uniquly individual home and friendly, caring atmosphere.... 
Rights for Residents The Old Vicarage belongs to the residents who chose to make it their home. We are here to provide opportunities for feedback, listen to suggestions and carry out the wishes of our residents. Forums and regular meetings give residents choice and control over decisions affecting the home...
Private bedrooms a space to call your own, with views of the garden and surrounding countryside. Decorate your room with your favourite furniture, paintings and have your belongings all around you. Your own private space to entertain guests,  to follow your hobbies or to spend quiet time alone...
Friendship and companionship living in a small and friendly home allows plenty of oppotunities to make new friends, as well as entertain old aquaintances and invite family members of all ages. We'll take care of the refreshments and washing up so that you can get on and enjoy  yourself...
Beautiful gardens accessible to residents of all abilities, with level access from both floors, planting for seasonal interest throughout the year, rare specimen plants and trees and seating areas to relax, read a book or socialise with friends or family.
Special memories and new experiences, just waiting to be made. Every day brings new adventures and interesting experiences. In the words of one resident 'it's doesnt matter what happens next, because I know it will be kind'...

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, and provide the highest possible standards of personalised care and quality of life thereafter.