Miramar Care Home
Miramar Care Home is a residential care home in Herne Bay, Kent (CT6 6PX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Miramar Care Home
We at Miramar Care Home are proud to offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in the coastal town of Herne Bay, Kent, where older people receive compassionate support tailored to their individual needs. Our home combines a homely atmosphere with professional care, providing residents and their loved ones with genuine peace of mind. Nestled in the heart of Herne Bay, our setting benefits from the gentle pace and fresh sea air that this charming Kent town is known for. Being part of the local community means residents can enjoy the familiar sights and sounds of coastal life, whilst family members and friends find us easily accessible for regular visits. Our home offers a comfortable, safe environment where residents can truly feel settled and cared for. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the older people we support. We provide dedicated residential care for those who need help with daily living, whilst our dementia care is delivered with patience, understanding, and a person centred approach that respects each resident's history, preferences, and dignity. For individuals living with a physical disability, we adapt our support to promote independence and comfort in equal measure. We also offer respite care, giving family carers a valued opportunity to rest whilst knowing their loved one is in safe, capable hands. In practice, this means families can trust that whether care is needed for a short stay or as a long term home, every resident is treated as an individual with their own story, routines, and wishes. We are pleased to share that following our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection in May 2024, Miramar Care Home was rated Good overall, with Good ratings across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this consistent recognition offers reassurance that the care, leadership, and daily experience within our home meet the standards you would rightly expect for someone you love. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the emotions involved. If you are exploring options for yourself or a relative, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Miramar Care Home to learn more about how we could become a trusted home for your loved one.
Care provided at Miramar Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 31 May 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Miramar Care Home compares in Canterbury
Measured against the 54 care homes for older people registered in Canterbury. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 108 places. Larger than 53 of the 54 homes. The local average is 36 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 34 of the 54 homes (63%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 31 May 2024. 17 of the 54 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. One of the longer established homes. 41 of the 54 registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 54 homes, 35 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 46 of the 50 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Canterbury.
The local picture: Canterbury
What the numbers say about care for older people in Canterbury, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 19,800. Rising to 23,300 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,300. Rising to 8,200 by 2035, up 54%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,600. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 28%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 73%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 91. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 2 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 153 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Miramar Care Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 20 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 29 July 2025.
- Run by
- Avery At The Miramar (Operations) Limited, which runs this service only.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Miramar Care Home
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital, Margate, 10 miles away
It is about 10 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Herne Bay Station, 1.8 miles away
- Chestfield & Swalecliffe Station, 4 miles away
- Sturry Station, 5.1 miles away
Around Miramar Care Home
- H: Miramar Care Home
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Miramar Care Home
Where is Miramar Care Home located?
Miramar Care Home is a residential care home in Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 6PX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Miramar Care Home provide?
Miramar Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Miramar Care Home's CQC rating?
Miramar Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 31 May 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Miramar Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Miramar Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Miramar Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Miramar Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Miramar Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Miramar Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Miramar Care Home 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. Miramar Care Home 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?
No. Miramar Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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 South East
Miramar Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Miramar Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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