Elm Lodge, part of the Forest Care Group, draws on decades of expertise in delivering exceptional care since 1981, combined with five star hospitality tailored to each resident’s individual needs. This state of the art, eco friendly care home is purpose built around a person centred philosophy and offers 60 luxury bedrooms with high end facilities. Set within three acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in the Hampshire countryside, Elm Lodge provides an outstanding living environment that sets it apart from other residential care homes in and around Basingstoke. Elm Lodge is also proud to be featured in Knight Frank’s Luxury Care Home Guide 2026.
If living at home is becoming isolating or extra support is needed with everyday activities such as washing, dressing, or eating, residential care at Elm Lodge offers comfort, companionship, and peace of mind. Respite care is also available for a minimum stay of four weeks.
For individuals with clinical nursing needs – such as wound care or insulin management for diabetes, then a nursing home within Forest Care is typically more appropriate. Holly Lodge specialises in dementia care, providing a safe, supportive environment tailored to the needs of people living with dementia.
Our experienced team provides 24/7 support with personal care, medication, and daily living needs at our purpose built care home near Basingstoke in Hampshire.
Elm Lodge is a luxury, purpose built care home in Hampshire, offering 24 hour residential and respite care with warm, welcoming hospitality.
Our facilities and services include:
We work closely with families to understand each resident’s life story, interests, and preferences, allowing us to create a supportive and engaging environment. Wellbeing is further enhanced through fresh, home cooked meals prepared daily by our talented chefs, using locally sourced ingredients wherever possible and tailored to individual nutrition and hydration needs.
With staffing ratios above industry standards, we can provide calm, unhurried care focused on comfort and meaningful connection. Our all inclusive fees cover complementary therapies and outings, and our open visiting policy welcomes family and friends at any time.
Listen to what Mike has to say about the care at Elm Lodge Care Home, “The place is well-maintained, it’s very comfortable…needless to say the staff are lovely, pleasant, available and responsive, all of the things you want…”
Kara brings 18 years of dedicated experience in the care sector, combining extensive expertise, deep industry knowledge, and a genuine passion for enriching the lives of older adults. Known for delivering exceptional, person-centred care, she understands that moving into a residential community is a significant milestone and is committed to ensuring Elm Lodge feels like a true home – warm, dignified, and welcoming.
As Home Manager, Kara leads the day-to-day operations at Elm Lodge, guiding a carefully selected team with empathy, open communication, and high clinical and hospitality standards. She is proud to introduce this luxury, state-of-the-art home to Hartley Wintney, sharing her vision: “I am absolutely delighted to welcome you to Elm Lodge. With nearly two decades in care, I know how important it is to find not just support, but belonging, safety, and joy. Our goal is to combine exceptional facilities with a compassionate, family-oriented approach, creating a vibrant community where residents truly thrive. Our doors are always open, and our team look forward to welcoming you.” — Kara Kemp, Home Manager
Residential care provides comfort and security when living at home may have become lonely or when support is needed with daily tasks such as washing, dressing and eating.
Our compassionate and experienced carers support our residents with all their personal care, medication, and other daily needs 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. Our aim is to improve our resident’s quality of life with a safe, comfortable, happy, ‘home-from-home’ environment, beautifully decorated rooms, tranquil outdoor spaces, nutritious and delicious home-cooked meals and a choice of meaningful and engaging activities.
Reach out to our friendly team to discuss your needs and our luxury care home near Basingstoke.
We recommend taking the time to visit a few care homes to get a real feel for each home. Look for a home that focuses on person-centred care.
The decision will also depend upon the assessed needs of the individual and their financial circumstances. Our friendly teams are on hand to chat through any questions that you may have. Our Help & Advice page has some useful FAQs.
You can also view our homes in their entirety via our Virtual Tours and Book a Visit to any one of our care homes.
Our Holly Lodge care home located in Frimley, Surrey is an award-winning care home that specialises in dementia care. We accommodate people living with different types and stages of dementia to reside in our home.
Our activities and facilities are tailored to suit the needs of people who require that extra level of care, and with our dedicated and experienced staff team, we can provide residents with personalised long-term specialist dementia care. We also have on-site nurses 24/7 for more complex care needs.
Explore Holly Lodge care home here.
