A four-week short stay for the cost of three is currently available at selected Colten Care homes.

Where Exceptional Care

Meets Refined Living

Langside Avenue, Poole, Dorset, BH12 5BN

Welcome to Bourne View Care Home in Poole, Dorset

Bourne View is a distinctive nursing and residential care home close to Talbot Heath in Poole, where later life continues to be lived well, even as support becomes necessary.

For many residents, arriving here marks not an ending, but a new stage. Some come for a shorter stay to regain strength, rest or explore whether life in the home feels right. Freed from the practical demands of managing alone, they return to familiar routines, long-held interests and time with family and friends. Some rediscover past passions. Others settle into new rhythms and connections.

Families often tell us they see greater consistency in appetite, energy and routine once support is in place. Care is delivered around the clock by an experienced team, with nurses on site day and night. As needs change, they are recognised early, discussed openly with families and addressed promptly, helping life to continue without disruption.

Bourne View is part of Colten Care, drawing on more than forty-five years of experience supporting older people to live well in later life. That shared experience has shaped a deep understanding of what truly makes a difference. Families choose this home knowing nothing important will be missed.

Our care at Bourne View

Care at Bourne View is structured, clear and professionally led. Nurses are present day and night, and responsibility for decisions remains within the home.

Support is assessed carefully and reviewed regularly, allowing residents to remain settled in familiar surroundings as needs increase.

Residential care

Independent living within a supportive and well run home.

Assisted care

Help with daily living delivered respectfully and reliably.

Nursing care

On-site nursing day and night for people whose needs require ongoing clinical care.

End of life care

Comfort focused support delivered with dignity, clear communication and nursing presence throughout.

Short stays & respite care

Flexible stays delivered with the same standards and oversight.

Hospital discharge support

A structured step following hospital treatment, with nursing in place from the first day.

Talk to us about Bourne View

Choosing care is an important decision. Whether you are planning ahead, considering a shorter stay, or responding to a change in circumstances, Bourne View will provide clear information and direct answers, delivered by experienced people who understand the complexity of this decision.

Life at Bourne View

Life at Bourne View feels comfortable, familiar and genuinely lived. Residents shape their own days, choosing how and where to spend their time, with support available whenever it is needed.

Meals are prepared in the home and served properly, at a pace that suits the individual. Some residents prefer lively conversation in shared spaces. Others enjoy quieter time with visiting family. Activities and music reflect residents’ interests and energy, offered naturally rather than imposed.

The home’s location near Talbot Heath and the Bourne Valley nature reserve allows residents to remain connected to the Poole community they know well. Inside the home, thoughtfully designed spaces and gardens provide opportunity for fresh air, conversation or quiet reflection.

Refined Living at Bourne View

For more than forty-five years, Colten Care homes have been shaped around a simple belief: later life should remain rich, sociable and genuinely lived.

We call this Refined Living. It reflects how good food, welcoming surroundings, companionship and thoughtful support come together to create homes where residents continue to enjoy life in ways that feel familiar and fulfilling.

At Bourne View, this philosophy shapes everything from the atmosphere of the home to the way care is delivered each day.

Meet the team

Bourne View is led by an experienced Home Manager supported by a professional clinical and care team. Leadership within the home provides consistency for residents and clarity for families.

Team members take time to understand personal preferences, routines and history, so that care remains individual as needs evolve. Staff are known for being friendly, approachable and kind in daily interactions.

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Have confidence in our care

Choosing a care home requires clarity as well as trust. Bourne View is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, following independent inspection of our leadership, clinical standards and day-to-day delivery of care.

This rating reflects how the home is organised and led, and the consistency families can expect over time.

CQC Rating: Good

Bourne View

CQC Overall Rating

Good

11 March 2020

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What families say about Bourne View

Alongside formal inspection, we value the perspective of families who experience daily life at Bourne View. Their feedback reflects how care is organised, how communication is handled and how standards are maintained over time.

You can read individual reviews below, or learn more about why families choose Bourne View.

Latest moments from Bourne View

Each week, our Companionship Team organises experiences and gatherings that reflect residents’ interests, preferences and routines. Some are quiet and familiar. Others bring the home together. All are thoughtfully planned and carefully delivered, with individual choice at the centre.

Below are a few recent moments from life at Bourne View.

Other Colten Care homes near Poole

If you are considering care in neighbouring areas, our homes in Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch operate within the same structured framework, leadership oversight and clinical governance as Bourne View. While each home offers a different setting and care specialism, standards of organisation, continuity and accountability remain consistent across the Colten Care group.

We can help you identify the right home for your circumstances and preferred location.

Bourne View offers a range of care services in Poole, including residential care, assisted living support, 24-hour nursing care, short-term respite stays, and end-of-life care. Each care plan is personalised to support individual needs and preferences.

Yes, Bourne View provides post-operative and convalescent care for older adults recovering from hospital treatment. Our registered nurses and care team support rehabilitation following surgery, illness, or injury, all within a calm, purpose-built setting.

While Bourne View is not a dedicated dementia care home, we do support individuals in the early stages of memory loss or mild cognitive impairment. For those needing more specialised support, we recommend The Aldbury or Fernhill, our nearby dementia care homes designed specifically for people living with dementia.

Bourne View care home is ideally situated in Poole, near the tranquil Talbot Heath Nature Reserve and just a short walk from Wallisdown and Alder Hills. Set back from the main road, our location offers a peaceful and relaxing environment for residents. With excellent public transport links, it’s easy to access the surrounding Poole area and beyond.

Bourne View is rated “Good” by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and is part of Colten Care, an award-winning, independent care provider with homes across the South.

Bourne View offers luxury facilities including 68 ensuite bedrooms, a rooftop café, salon, hydrotherapy bath, landscaped gardens, and elegant lounges. Residents also benefit from Wi-Fi, personal TV points, and access to our in-home salon and therapy spaces.

Yes, Bourne View is one of 21 Colten Care homes across the South of England. Colten Care is an award-winning, family-owned care group offering residential, nursing, and dementia care in purpose-built communities.

Yes, Colten Care operates 21 care homes across the South of England, offering high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care. If you’re exploring care options beyond Poole, you can discover our other homes in:

Each location upholds the same standards of care, community, and comfort.

Talk to us about Bourne View

Choosing care is an important decision. Whether you are planning ahead, considering a shorter stay, or responding to a change in circumstances, Bourne View will provide clear information and direct answers, delivered by experienced people who understand the complexity of this decision.