Peter House
Peter House is a residential care home in Frinton-on-sea, Essex (CO13 0EW). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Peter House
Peter House is a residential care home in Frinton on Sea, Essex. We support older people and younger adults, including adults with learning disabilities and autism, people living with mental health conditions and people with physical disabilities. Because the people here have quite different needs, we do not run a single routine and expect everybody to fit it. Somebody who wants a quiet and predictable week should be able to have one; somebody who wants to be out and busy should be supported to be. We work out what suits each person, we write it down so that support stays consistent across shifts, and we revisit it as people change. Where somebody communicates in their own particular way, our staff learn it rather than guessing. Whatever the need, this is somebody's home. People decide how their room looks, when they get up, what they eat and how the day goes. Families are welcome, and we keep relatives properly informed. Respite stays are available too, giving family carers a planned break. We should be straight with you about where we stand. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We have an improvement plan in place and we are working through it with our staff, the people who live here and their families. Please come and visit, and ask us about that directly rather than wondering.
Care provided at Peter House
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 23 April 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Peter House
Where is Peter House located?
Peter House is a residential care home in Frinton-on-sea, Essex, CO13 0EW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Peter House provide?
Peter House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Peter House's CQC rating?
Peter House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 23 April 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Peter House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Peter House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Peter House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Peter 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. Peter 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. Peter 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?
Yes. Yes. Peter House supports younger adults as well as older people.
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 East
Peter House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Peter House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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