Blakelands Lodge care home Marston Moretaine
Address: The Old Farm House (Gee View), Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire, MK43 2AH
Blakelands Lodge care home Marston Moretaine is a modern, purpose-built residential and dementia care home, opened in April 2022 and operated by Ideal Carehomes Limited Wikipedia+10HousingCare+10Bedford Today+10. Nestled in the scenic Marston Vale area, this stylish home features 66 single ensuite rooms, each equipped with fitted furniture, a TV, mini-fridge, Wi‑Fi, and telephone access HC-One+1HC-One+1.
🏡 Key Features & Amenities
- Contemporary, comfortable accommodation
Spacious ensuite rooms with modern fittings, allowing personalisation with residents’ own items nhs.uk+10HousingCare+10HC-One+10Care Sourcer+3HC-One+3TrustedCare+3. - Welcoming communal spaces
Includes lounges, a plush cinema, vintage tea room, garden room, panoramic sky bar, and landscaped outdoor areas Care Quality Commission+5HC-One+5HC-One+5. - Comprehensive care services
Offers 24-hour residential and dementia care, as well as respite stays and convalescent support Bedford Today+11HC-One+11Care Quality Commission+11. - Health & wellbeing support
On-site medical support includes a visiting GP, medication management, annual eye and dental checks, and assisted transport to appointments Care Quality Commission+2Bedford Today+2Bedford Today+2HC-One+1HC-One+1. - Engaging lifestyle & activities
Rich programme with daily events, outings, live music, lectures, bar days, gardening, community gatherings, and more TrustedCare+1Bedford Today+1TrustedCare+2HC-One+2HC-One+2. - Ideal location
Positioned near Forest Centre and Millennium Country Park, with easy access to Bedford, Cranfield, Milton Keynes, and public transport Care Choices+13HC-One+13HC-One+13.
✅ Safeguarding & Quality
Blakelands Lodge is newly registered and, as of now, awaits its first full CQC inspection after registering in November 2022 TrustedCare+10Care Quality Commission+10Bedford Today+10. However, it holds positive first impressions, with community engagement and active staff-resident interaction Bedford Today.
💷 Pricing
Weekly fees start from approximately £1,300 to £1,566, depending on room type and care level Care Choices+5HC-One+5HC-One+5.
📝 Summary
Blakelands Lodge care home Marston Moretaine offers boutique-style residential and dementia care in a contemporary, villa-like setting. With 66 ensuite rooms, extensive amenities (cinema, tea room, sky bar), and a vibrant lifestyle programme, it provides a high-quality, welcoming environment. Though still awaiting a full CQC inspection, its modern design, supportive staff, and strong community integration make it a promising care choice in Bedfordshire’s Marston Vale region.
