House

House is a residential care home in New Milton, Hampshire (BH25 6NR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About House

New Milton House is a residential care home in New Milton, Hampshire. We are home to older people, both for the long term and for shorter respite stays when a family carer needs a rest. We keep our priorities plain. Good food, warm rooms, laundry that comes back, help when it is wanted and privacy when it is not. Residents get up and go to bed when it suits them rather than when a rota finds it convenient, and an afternoon with nothing arranged in it is a perfectly good afternoon. There is a habit in this sector of confusing busyness with quality, and we try to avoid it. What we do take real trouble over is knowing people. Their working life, their family, which chair is theirs, how they take their tea, whether they want the news on. Those details are how somebody remains a person here rather than becoming a resident, and none of them can be learned from paperwork. Respite guests are properly welcomed rather than merely accommodated. We ask beforehand how the person likes things done, because a short stay leaves no time to learn it gradually. The Care Quality Commission rates us good overall. Families are welcome to arrive unannounced and see us on an ordinary day, which is the only visit that tells you anything.

Care provided at House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about House

Where is House located?

House is a residential care home in New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6NR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does House provide?

House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is House's CQC rating?

House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 22 January 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does House offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about House

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. New Milton House is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. New Milton House is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. New Milton House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. New Milton House is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the South East

New Milton House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from New Milton House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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