About Abbeyfield House Care Home
Abbeyfield House Care Home is a residential care home for older people located in Irvine, North Ayrshire. Operated by Abbeyfield Irvine and District Society, the home provides care for up to 28 residents. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in January 2026, Abbeyfield House achieved an average grade of Good (4 out of 6), reflecting a solid standard of care and service delivery.
The home specialises in supporting older people living with dementia and frailty, as well as providing palliative and end of life care. This range of specialisms means the team is experienced in meeting a variety of complex and sensitive care needs, offering residents and their families compassionate, tailored support at every stage.
With 28 beds, Abbeyfield House is a smaller care home, which can allow for a more personal and community-focused atmosphere for residents and their loved ones.
Care Inspectorate Grades
Care homes in Scotland are graded on a 6-point scale (1-6) across five key questions. Grades range from Unsatisfactory (1) to Excellent (6).
Care & Support Provided
Location
1 Kilwinning Road, Irvine, KA12 8RR
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Abbeyfield House Care Home, consider asking...
- 1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
- 2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
- 3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
- 4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
- 5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?
5 Things to Look For on Your Visit
When you visit Abbeyfield House Care Home, look out for...
- 1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
- 2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
- 3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
- 4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
- 5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?
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