The Light House
The Light House is a residential care home in Burnham On Sea, Somerset (TA8 2EY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Light House
The Light House is a residential care home in Burnham On Sea, Somerset. We support adults who are living with a mental health condition or a physical disability, including older people and younger adults, and we offer respite stays for those who need support for a shorter period. We are a small home and we work at a human scale. People here know each other and know the staff, and daily life feels like a household rather than a service. Residents have their own rooms and a real say in how their days run, what they eat and how they spend their time. Support is planned with each person rather than written about them. We talk about what helps, what makes things harder, what early signs of difficulty look like and what someone wants us to do if they arise. We encourage independence wherever people want to build it, whether that is around cooking, budgeting, travel, work or study, and we give as much practical help as is genuinely needed and no more. We work closely with community mental health teams, GPs and therapists so that support is consistent, and we welcome families and advocates where residents want them involved. Being by the sea helps too, and we support people to get out and be part of the town. The Care Quality Commission most recently rated us good overall. Please get in touch if you would like to visit.
Care provided at The Light House
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 3 March 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about The Light House
Where is The Light House located?
The Light House is a residential care home in Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 2EY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Light House provide?
The Light House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Light House's CQC rating?
The Light House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 3 March 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Light House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Light House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Light House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Light 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. The Light 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. The Light 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. The Light 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 South West
The Light House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from The Light House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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