Ayr’s coastal location and green surroundings make it a brilliant choice for older adults seeking care in a peaceful, well-connected town. Local care homes offer everything from residential support to more advanced dementia and nursing services, all on a permanent or short-term basis, ideal if you’re a carer for a family member and need a break from these duties.
Windyhall and Templeton House are two brilliant options - both rated ‘Very good’ by the Care Inspectorate (CI), the second highest rating available - offering several types of care, including respectful help with personal hygiene-related tasks and specialist care if your loved one is living with a condition that requires round the clock monitoring.
These homes are also packed with luxury facilities, with some offering premium en-suite bedrooms, spa-style bathrooms, light-filled conservatories, community gardens, and cosy lounges where residents can spend time with loved ones. Dedicated activity rooms are also common. In these, residents might join a painting workshop, try gentle movement classes, or enjoy a musical afternoon with visiting performers.
Care homes in Ayr benefit from easy access to University Hospital Ayr and several local clinics, offering peace of mind for you and your loved ones when it comes to medical support. Many homes are also within walking distance of green spaces like Rozelle Park and the town’s seafront promenade - with residents often taken on trips to these much-loved spots.
Not only is every home we partner with fully regulated, but they’re also thoroughly reviewed by our in-house Care Experts. And if you aren’t sure where to begin, you can speak directly with our team for knowledgeable support, including information about care types and what funding support is available. We can even send you a personalised shortlist of care homes in Ayr with availability.
Best care homes in Ayr
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Greenan Manor - This home offers expert nursing, dementia, and respite care. Located in the charming suburb of Doonfoot, residents enjoy stylish bedrooms, beautiful dining rooms, landscaped gardens, a hair and beauty salon, and a cinema. Rated 'Very Good' by the Care Inspectorate, Greenan Manor ensures a welcoming setting, with activities ranging from arts and crafts to exercise sessions.
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Windyhall - A standout choice near Ayr's town centre, Windyhall provides exceptional nursing, dementia, residential, and respite care. Housed in a Victorian building, it offers modern amenities such as en-suite bedrooms, a cinema room, a hair and beauty salon, a café bar, and manicured gardens.
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Glenfairn House - Located on Racecourse Road, Glenfairn House offers a blend of historic charm and modern comforts. This Edwardian building provides residential, nursing, dementia, palliative, and respite care. The home features wonderful period details, accessible courtyards, a summer house, and a hair salon. Activities include poetry groups, arts and crafts, and animal therapy, making it a lively and caring home.
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Doonbank - This care home specialises in high-quality residential, dementia, nursing, and end-of-life care. Doonbank features en-suite bedrooms, stylish lounges, a library, dining areas, and gardens. Rated 'Good' by the Care Inspectorate, Doonbank offers engaging activities organised by a dedicated team, from local concerts to gardening.