Steep House Nursing Home

About Us

Here at Steep House Nursing Home, we provide nursing and residential care for older adults and younger people across Petersfield and the wider Hampshire area. We are proud to be rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the genuine effort our team puts in every day to ensure people living here feel safe, respected and at home.

We support people with a range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions and physical disabilities. We also offer respite care, which can make an enormous difference to families and carers who need some time to rest and recharge, knowing their loved one is being looked after properly.

Our approach is straightforward. We take the time to get to know each person, their history, their preferences and what matters most to them. Care plans are built around the individual rather than the other way around, and we encourage residents and their families to be involved in decisions from the very beginning.

The nursing care we provide means we can support people with more complex health needs, working closely with GP surgeries, district nurses and other healthcare professionals to make sure everyone receives the right level of support. For those living with dementia or mental health conditions, we understand that consistency, familiarity and calm surroundings matter a great deal, and we work hard to provide that.

Steep House is a relatively small and settled community, and we think that matters. Staff and residents get to know one another properly, and that familiarity helps build trust. Families tell us they value being kept informed and feeling genuinely welcome when they visit.

If you would like to find out more about what we offer or would like to arrange a visit, we would be very happy to hear from you.

Common questions about Steep House Nursing Home

Where is Steep House Nursing Home located?

Steep House Nursing Home is a nursing home in Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 2HS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Steep House Nursing Home provide?

Steep House Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Steep House Nursing Home's CQC rating?

Steep House Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 26 May 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Steep House Nursing Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Steep House Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Steep House Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Steep House Nursing Home

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

Care We Offer

• Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
• Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
• Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
• Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
• Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
• Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
• Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.

Questions families ask about Steep House Nursing Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

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

Yes. Steep House Nursing Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Steep House Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Steep House Nursing Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Steep House Nursing Home supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

• Latest inspection: 26 May 2026
• Report published: 26 May 2026

Overall: Good

• Safe: Good
• Effective: Good
• Caring: Good
• Responsive: Good
• Well-led: Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

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