Vaughan Lee House
Residential care home · Ilminster
Orchard Vale, Ilminster, TA19 0EX
Run by Ilminster And District (Opw) Housing Society Limited
- GoodCQC · Feb 2025
- 8.0Our score
- Beds30
- Type of careResidential
- Phone014 605 2077
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 19 February 2025
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Vaughan Lee House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-115047069
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Vaughan Lee House
Vaughan Lee House provides residential and day care for older people in Ilminster, with short-term stays available when families or carers need respite. Day care offers a way to experience life at the home while also providing companionship and support for people who may feel isolated living alone.
Day visitors arrive from 10am and receive mid-morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea. The home is supported by a local team of more than 50 employees, including day and night care staff, and visits must be arranged in advance with the manager or deputy manager. Single rooms start from £1,250 per week.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Ilminster
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazelwell LodgeIlminster | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Horton Cross Nursing HomeIlminster | 1.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Eleighwater HouseChard | 2.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Yew Tree Cottage Residential HomeChard | 2.9 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Gillingham GrangeChard | 3.3 miles |
What stands out
What stands out
- Day care with meals included
- Local community-built residential home
Ask about
- Visits need to be arranged with the manager or deputy manager
Suits: Older people needing residential, day or respite care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Orchard Vale, Ilminster, TA19 0EX
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Questions families ask
Do they offer short-term respite stays?
Yes. Short-term residency is often available for families and carers needing respite during holidays or other absences, with temporary stays arranged around individual needs.
How much does a single room cost?
From £1250 per week. Fees include care, all meals, heating, lighting and laundry.
Can prospective day-care residents try a complimentary day?
Yes. They offer prospective day-care residents a complimentary day to experience life there before deciding whether day care is suitable.