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Set in landscaped grounds in the heart of the New Forest, Woodlands House is a characterful period home just a few miles from Southampton. It offers residential, dementia and respite care in a smaller, more personal setting where the team takes time to get to know each resident. Woodlands House has received the Gold Standards Framework Quality Hallmark twice, recognising its approach to end-of-life care. 

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Welcome to Woodlands House

Woodlands House is a beautifully extended period home in the Southampton and New Forest area, offering residential care, dementia care and respite stay for up to 38 residents. Choosing care for someone you love can feel like a big step. From your first visit, we want you to feel welcomed, get a feel for life here and see what makes Woodlands House feel like home.

Getting to know the person behind the care is at the heart of what we do. We learn the little things that make someone feel at home, from the chair they always choose and how they like their tea, to the stories they enjoy sharing and the friends they spend time with. We know that choosing a care home in Southampton is a decision made together, as a family, and we’re truly honoured to be part of that journey. Woodlands House has twice been awarded the Gold Standards Framework Quality Hallmark for end-of-life care, a mark of quality that runs through everything we do here. We want families to feel at home here too, whether that means popping in for a chat, spending time together or being part of the conversations and decisions that matter to their loved one.

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Welcome to Woodlands House, a home in which both myself and my team pride ourselves on delivering our core values of creating caring communities. We uphold CQC fundamental standards and my goal is to ensure all our residents and staff feel happy and safe at all times. I firmly believe that my caring and friendly team provides the best care to our residents, creating a loving and homely environment.

Katie Dixon Manager

Katie Dixon

Home Manager

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About the home

Woodlands House has a lovely, homely feel from the moment you walk through the door. Its original period features give the home plenty of character, while modern touches make it comfortable and easy to settle into. It’s a place that feels familiar and welcoming, with lots of little details that make it feel like home. A grand hallway leads through to a spacious lounge, perfect for company and a chat, while a cosy library offers a quieter spot for the readers among us. The bright dining room turns mealtimes into a proper occasion, somewhere to look forward to rather than simply pass through. Outside, the landscaped grounds unfold before you, full of little corners to sit, or simply enjoy the fresh air and changing seasons. It’s the kind of home where every space, indoors and out, feels comfortable and easy to settle into.  

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Elegant Period Property

A beautifully extended period home, full of original character and little touches that give it a warm, homely feel.

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Extensive Landscaped Grounds

Secluded gardens and grounds surrounding the home, offering residents plenty of peaceful space to relax outdoors or spend time with visiting family. 

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Twice Gold Standards Framework Accredited

National recognition, awarded on two separate occasions, for the quality of end of life care delivered at Woodlands House. 

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Own Minibus for Outings

Regular trips out into the New Forest and beyond, from the beach to Hatchet Pond, giving residents a proper change of scene whenever they fancy one. 

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If you are looking at care homes in the New Forest or near Southampton, come and see Woodlands House for yourself. Book to arrange a visit and discover the difference of Hartford Care. 

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Life at Woodlands House

Where every day is yours to enjoy

Life at Woodland House provides comfort, variety, and a warm sense of community. A varied activities programme brings interest and enjoyment to every week, while freshly prepared meals offer opportunities for residents to come together. Outside, the beautiful gardens provide peaceful places to relax, and with the New Forest just a short drive away, residents can continue to enjoy the local area. 

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Facilities

Facilities at Woodlands House

With just 38 residents, Woodlands House stays properly personal. The lounge and library give residents a choice of company or quiet, the dining room is bright and sociable, and the gardens are theirs to wander whenever the weather allows. Bedrooms are easy to make your own, and the local shops, cafes and garden centres of the village are only a short trip away. 

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En-suite bedrooms

24hr care with call bell

Activity room and programme

Dining Room and home cooked meals

Wi-Fi

Large landscaped gardens ideal for relaxing

Laundry service

Visitor car parking

Family room

Own furniture allowed

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Community

The community and location

Woodlands House has always been part of the local community, with strong relationships built over the years with nearby parishes, schools and nurseries. Their regular visits bring familiar faces, and a real sense of connection everyday life.  

Woodlands have been wonderful. Mum is receiving great care and support, superior to what we have previously experienced. The admissions process was smooth and we were kept informed during each step. Staff are friendly and accommodating and the facilities and grounds are clean and well kept.

Daughter of resident

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I truly did not know care homes could be this good! Mum wasn’t keen on going into care until we showed her her fabulous room at Woodlands and the smile on her face said it all. All the staff were amazing, they had time to help everyone or to just have a chat when passing. Great food choices for each meal and plenty of it! The activities & outings schedule was amazing with something for everyone. Mum particularly liked the regular quizzes that took place indoors or in the beautiful garden, as well as listening to the visiting singers and speakers.

Daughter of resident

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Woodlands House is a beautiful place, the staff are lovely and so helpful whenever you need anything. They have done such a good job making Woodlands House feel like a home for my nan. It was a hard decision to put my nan into a home but they have made it a lot easier with the help and support they have offered.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Woodlands House Care Home in the New Forest, near Southampton, provides residential care, dementia care, respite stays, day care and end-of-life care for up to 38 residents. 

No, Woodlands House is not registered to provide nursing care. The home specialises in residential and dementia care, and the team works closely with district nurses and GPs where residents need additional clinical support.

Woodlands House is on Woodlands Road in the village of Woodlands, in the New Forest, a short drive from Southampton and easily reached from across the wider Hampshire area. 

Fees cover accommodation, all meals and refreshments, 24-hour care, the activities programme, laundry, and use of all facilities including the lounge, library and gardens. As everyone’s care needs are different, we’ll talk through your requirements and provide clear information about the costs following an assessment.  

Yes. Respite care at Woodlands House is a good way to try things before making a longer-term decision. Respite residents have full access to our care, activities and facilities throughout their stay. 

Yes. The team at Woodlands House is trained to support residents living with dementia with patience and understanding, helping families adjust as needs change over time. 

Woodlands House has twice been awarded the national Gold Standards Framework Quality Hallmark for end of life care, recognising the compassion and quality of support delivered to residents and families at every stage. 

Yes. All 38 bedrooms at Woodlands House are en suite and fully furnished, set within an elegant period property with landscaped gardens. 

Yes. Woodlands House accepts residents funded by Hampshire County Council and NHS Continuing Healthcare. Our team can talk you through the funding options and help with the process. 

Just give us a call or get in touch through the website and we will find a time that works for you. We are happy to show you round, answer questions and introduce you to the team. 

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