Culwood House
Residential care home · Chesham
130 Lye Green Road, Chesham, HP5 3NH
Run by Culwood House Limited
- GoodCQC · Mar 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds19
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01494 771012
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 28 March 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Culwood House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-960692020
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Culwood House
Culwood House provides residential care for older people and adults aged 18 and above, including residents with dementia, palliative needs and extra care requirements. The family-established home is registered for 19 residents and usually supports around 17, creating a smaller setting for daily life.
Residents have ensuite bedrooms, communal lounges and a garden with a summer house. Activities include music therapy, armchair exercise and art workshops, while fresh local produce is used for daily meals. Residents can eat privately or with others in the dining room.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Chesham
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesham LeysChesham | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Reach Vale Road CheshamChesham | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| White Hill House Residential Care HomeChesham | 0.8 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| 69 Chartridge LaneChesham | 1.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The WillowChesham | 1.4 miles | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Registered for 19 residents
- Fresh locally sourced meals
- Summer house for visitors
Ask about
- The home has no dedicated room for emergency admission.
Suits: Adults seeking a small residential care home
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
130 Lye Green Road, Chesham, HP5 3NH
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Questions families ask
From what age can someone live at Culwood House?
They accept residents aged 18 and above. The home is registered for nineteen people, although two rooms can accommodate couples and it usually has seventeen residents.
Are nurses on duty at Culwood House?
No. It is a residential care home without employed nurses, but it has access to District Nursing services and Immedicare for video consultations with a nurse when required.
Can couples live together at Culwood House?
Yes. Couples are welcome, with larger rooms available for dual occupancy. Subject to availability, they can instead use two rooms as a bedroom and sitting room or for separate occupancy.
Can someone try Culwood House for a respite stay?
Yes. They offer respite stays so someone can decide whether permanent care is suitable, and visitors can also join the home for a meal or event.
Is there a notice period for leaving Culwood House?
Yes. A one month written notice period is required after the initial probation period.
How much does Culwood House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Culwood House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Buckinghamshire council paid on average £1,183 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.