Ernstell House
Nursing home · Plymouth
20 Ernesettle Lane, Plymouth, PL5 2EY
Run by Amica Care (Plymouth) Ltd
- GoodCQC · Mar 2023
- 8.0Our score
- Beds64
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01752 360450
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 10 March 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Ernstell House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-17194741721
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Ernstell House
Ernstell House provides nursing, residential and dementia care for older people and adults with a wide range of needs in Plymouth. The 64-bedroom home is managed by Amica Care Trust, whose wider services include respite, end-of-life and day care.
Care is organised around individual routines and meaningful relationships, with staff supporting familiar interests such as music, reading and garden walks. The home aims to provide a safe, comfortable and engaging environment with person-centred care. Ernstell House is a 64-bedroom home in Plymouth.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Plymouth
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butterfly LodgePlymouth | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ryver HousePlymouth | 0.3 miles | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| Brunel HousePlymouth | 0.4 miles | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Stepping StonesPlymouth | 1 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Bull Point House & AnnexPlymouth | 1.2 miles | Good | 8.4 |
What stands out
What stands out
- 64-bedroom care home
- Nursing and dementia care
- Respite and end-of-life care
Suits: Older people needing nursing, dementia or residential care
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
20 Ernesettle Lane, Plymouth, PL5 2EY
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Questions families ask
Can someone try Ernstell House before moving in?
Yes. Potential residents and their families can spend a day at Ernstell House at no cost to experience the home and its care.
Does Ernstell House provide nursing care?
Yes. Ernstell House is a nursing home providing nursing care alongside personal care in a safe, comfortable environment.
How much does Ernstell House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Ernstell House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Plymouth council paid on average £1,021 a week for a nursing care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £1,102 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.