Selwood House Care Home
Residential care home · Dorchester
Chestnut Road, Charlton Down, Dorchester, DT2 9FN
Run by Country Court Care Homes 2 Limited
- GoodCQC · Oct 2025
- 8.0Our score
- Beds85
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01305 510404
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 12 October 2025
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Selwood House Care Home
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-17430223409
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Selwood House Care Home
Selwood House Care Home offers residential, dementia and respite care in bright en-suite bedrooms, with support tailored to individual needs. The home is registered as a care home without nursing and supports older people and younger adults.
Dementia care includes person-centred plans, family involvement and activities such as reminiscence, gardening and baking. Selwood House uses themed surroundings and quiet seating areas to help residents move around the home comfortably. Families can ask to see care plans, which are reviewed as needs change, keeping support aligned with the resident’s circumstances.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Dorchester
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolfeton ManorDorchester | 1.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Castle ViewDorchester | 2.7 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| Maiden Castle HouseDorchester | 2.8 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Glencairn Residential HomeDorchester | 2.8 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Somerleigh CourtDorchester | 2.9 miles |
Also run by Country Court Care Homes 2 Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Lodge Care HomeWarminster | |||
| The LaurelsCheddar | Good | 8.0 | |
| Walberton Place Care HomeArundel | Good | 8.0 | |
| Marling CourtHampton | Good | 7.4 | |
| Carter HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Link HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Lyle HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Woodlands HouseLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Camberwell LodgeLondon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Birkin LodgeTunbridge Wells | Good | 8.0 | |
| HeartlandsBirmingham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Castor Lodge Care HomePeterborough | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Bright en-suite bedrooms
- Dementia-friendly home design
Suits: Older people needing residential or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Chestnut Road, Charlton Down, Dorchester, DT2 9FN
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Questions families ask
Do they provide specialist dementia care?
Yes. They provide specialist dementia care with person-centred plans tailored to residents and their families, plus activities such as reminiscing, gardening and baking.
Is the care home dementia-friendly?
Yes. The homes are designed to help residents find their way around, with calming surroundings and quiet seating areas where they can rest.
Can families see the resident’s care plan?
Yes. Residents can ask their nominated carer or Senior Care Assistant to show the plan, which is reviewed and updated as care needs change.
What food and meals do residents get?
Meals are prepared in-house, individually plated and served to restaurant standards. Menus change weekly and seasonally, with drinks and snacks available throughout the day.
Are double rooms or suites available?
Some homes have double rooms and suites. Availability and details depend on the individual home.
How much does Selwood House Care Home cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Selwood House Care Home for its weekly fee. As a guide, Dorset council paid on average £1,254 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.