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Sharnbrook House

  • High Street, Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire MK44 1PB
  • Top 20 Care Group
  • CQC Good

Sharnbrook House is a top-rated not-for-profit care home in Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire, offering residential, dementia, respite, and end-of-life care in a warm, homely setting. A stunning manor set within beautiful gardens with its own lake, the home combines village charm with personalised support, freshly prepared meals, and daily activities shaped around residents’ preferences.

About Sharnbrook House, our Top-Rated care home in Sharnbrook

At Sharnbrook House, we provide residential care, dementia care, respite care, and end-of-life care in a warm, homely setting in the village of Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire. A leading local home, we sit on the village High Street, between Bedford and Rushden, surrounded by beautiful gardens and terraces.

Rated Good by the CQC, our award-winning care is shaped around each resident’s routines, preferences, and choices. We provide support through both short and permanent stays and our team is on duty day and night, with ongoing training to help us respond to changing needs. Meals are freshly prepared by our chefs, with menus shaped by residents’ ideas, personal tastes, and dietary requirements.

A small home where personalised care is the norm, Sharnbrook House has 30 bedrooms set across three floors, with lift access. We offer a ‘home for home’ environment, traditionally decorated for maximum comfort. We have close links to local shops and public transport, and enjoy strong ties with the village, helping residents stay connected. As part of leading charity Greensleeves Care, our focus stays firmly on residents and care rather than profits. And with assurances like our Home for Life commitment and flexible trials, our approach helps families make more confident decisions around care.

Care services

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Respite Care
  • End-of-Life Care

Key Facilities

  • Landscaped Gardens
  • Private lake
  • Lift Access
  • Dining Room
  • Spacious Lounges
  • Garden Room
  • Hairdresser
  • Residents’ Kitchenette
  • Wi-Fi

“I am one of four sons and as a family we are all made very welcome at all times. We cannot praise the home more, the respect, dignity and care is outstanding.”

Son of Resident

Why choose Sharnbrook House Care Home in Sharnbrook?

Home for Life funding assurance

We continue to support residents if personal funds run out. This helps families feel secure and settled.

Fund care, not shareholders

We are a not-for-profit care home. Every penny goes back into care, comfort, and daily life at Sharnbrook House.

Top 20 Care Groups in England

We are part of Greensleeves Care, a respected charitable provider and consistently named among the country's leading care groups.

Beautiful grounds and village setting

Our home sits in landscaped gardens with terraces and its own lake. Residents enjoy peaceful surroundings in the heart of Sharnbrook village.

A Home for Life

Greensleeves Care’s Home for Life funding assurance means that if a resident’s personal funds are ever depleted, they will be supported to stay in the place they call home. This helps residents remain in their chosen care home, surrounded by the people and spaces they know, and gives families peace of mind.

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Our care services in Sharnbrook

Residential

Residential Care

At Sharnbrook House, we provide residential care for people who would benefit from day-and-night support with daily living, companionship, and a safe, homely routine. Our person-centered approach means each resident has a personalised care plan shaped around their needs, choices, interests, and independence. We support residents with everyday tasks while encouraging them to stay involved in home life, social activities, and the local community. Settling in is handled gently, with time, patience, and familiar routines.

Life at Sharnbrook House

Accommodation

Our home has 30 single bedrooms, some including full en-suite wetrooms. Each room comes with a profiling bed and armchair, telephone and television points, and modern call system, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the home. Residents are encouraged to bring personal belongings, pictures, ornaments, and small pieces of furniture to help each space feel familiar. Large windows bring in natural light, while the buildings period character adds warmth and individuality throughout the home.

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Fees & funding at Sharnbrook House

At Sharnbrook House, our fees are comprehensive and tailored to each resident’s needs. They cover fully personalised care around the clock, accommodation and furnishings, all meals and utilities, activities, and more. And, as we have no shareholders, every penny goes back into care and enhancing our residents’ lives.

We accommodate a range of funding options, including self-funding, local authority support and NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). We guide individuals and families through the funding process and support residents in remaining in care if their private funds are depleted.

What's included

  • 24/7 care & support
  • Spacious bedroom with en-suite
  • Nutritious meals & snacks
  • Utilities and Wi-Fi
  • Activities and outings
  • Access to all facilities
  • Laundry & housekeeping

A message from our care home manager

Having worked in care for more than 15 years, starting as a carer and progressing through senior care, activities lead, deputy manager, and now home manager, I understand how important it is to support every part of a resident’s life. At Sharnbrook House, we focus on dignity, wellbeing, comfort, and meaningful connection, whether someone needs residential care, dementia care or palliative support. Plus, with our charitable status, families can rest assured they are funding care, not shareholder profits.

My team and I love bringing the wider community into the home, creating shared moments, laughter, and memories. Activities are a real passion of mine, because they help residents stay involved, valued, and connected to the life they enjoy.

Mrs. Collette Jones

Home Manager, Sharnbrook
NVQ Level 5, 3, and 2 in Health & Social Care
Over 15 years in care

Sharnbrook House in Sharnbrook

We are located on High Street in Sharnbrook, a North Bedfordshire village just off the A6, around 9 miles north of Bedford and close to Rushden, Clapham, and Milton Ernest. The surrounding area has a calm village feel, with local shops, a Co-op, Post Office, places to eat, St Peter’s Church, and countryside walks nearby.

Sharnbrook Surgery is close by on Templars Way, while Bedford Hospital can be reached by car from the village. The number 50 bus route links Sharnbrook with Bedford and Rushden, and Bedford railway station provides onward rail connections. Parking is available at the home for visits and appointments.

Village centre, 2 min walk
Sharnbrook Surgery, 3 min drive
Bedford town centre, 20-minute drive
Bedford Hospital, 25 min drive

Frequently
asked questions

What is life like at Sharnbrook House?

Life at Sharnbrook House is calm, welcoming, and shaped around each resident’s own routines. We provide support when it is needed, while encouraging independence, choice, and social connection. Residents can enjoy freshly prepared meals, daily activities, peaceful gardens, comfortable lounges, and time in their own room. Some residents enjoy a busy day with company and activities, while others prefer quieter moments. We make space for both.

Can I receive support without losing independence?

Yes, our care is designed to support independence, not take it away. We get to know each resident’s preferences, abilities, routines, and choices, then provide the right level of help in a person-centred way. This may include support with personal care, medication, mobility, meals, or daily tasks. Residents are encouraged to keep doing the things they enjoy and make decisions about day-to-day life wherever possible.

How do you care for residents living with dementia?

We support people with dementia with daily tasks they may find challenging. Our team provides personalised support in a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment, helping residents maintain their independence, sense of identity, and wellbeing. Care is shaped around familiar routines, meaningful activities, social engagement, and each resident’s life story. Our approach helps residents feel understood, reassured, and included in daily life.

Can I arrange a trial or respite stay?

Yes, we provide respite care for short-term support, recovery, or a planned break for a carer. A respite stay includes personal care, freshly prepared meals, activities, and full use of the home’s facilities. We also offer a separate trial period of up to six weeks as standard for residents looking at long-term care but wanting the flexibility of an extended no-obligation trial. This gives time to settle in, experience daily life here, and decide whether the home feels right.

How is the transition into care supported?

We take time to make the move into care feel as smooth and reassuring as possible. Before moving in, we complete an assessment to understand each residents care needs, routines, preferences, and what helps them feel comfortable. A personalised care plan is then created and reviewed as needs change. Our team supports residents gently as they settle, helping them get to know the home, staff, activities, and daily rhythm.

What happens if my funds run out?

As part of Greensleeves Care, we offer a Home for Life funding assurance. This means we continue to support residents if their personal funds run out, subject to the terms of the commitment. As a not-for-profit care home, our focus is on care, comfort, and residents’ wellbeing rather than shareholders. This gives residents and their families long-term reassurance that support can continue in a familiar place.

Colleague and male resident

Ratings &
accreditations

A very friendly and relaxed Care Home. Staff are very caring and treat the patients with kindness and dignity. Management are always very approachable and willing to help with any problems. Plenty of daily activities that cater for everyone. It’s not easy moving a loved one into a Care Home, but I am glad we chose Sharnbrook House.

Son of resident

A legacy of care

Our home is part of Greensleeves Care, a leading group rooted in a charitable legacy that began after World War II with the Women’s Voluntary Service. Inspired by the green sleeves in their iconic uniform, our name reflects a long-standing commitment to compassion and service. Since becoming an independent charity in 1997, we have built on this heritage to deliver award-winning residential, dementia, and nursing care across England.

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