Wardside House – Warm, Kind and Compassionate Care in Perthshire
Wardside House, a purpose-built residential care home in Muthill, near Crieff, providing exceptional care for older people from Perth, Stirling, Tayside, Dunblane, Edinburgh, Glasgow and beyond.
Our Care home has been recognised by both the Care Inspectorate and The Sunday Times for excellence — rated Excellent across every area of care and named Scotland’s No.1 Care Home in The Sunday Times 2025 Care Home League Table.
Rated Excellent by the Care Inspectorate
In its latest inspection (March 2025), the Care Inspectorate awarded Wardside House the following grades:
Wellbeing: 6 – Excellent
Leadership: 6 – Excellent
Staff Team: 6 – Excellent
Care & Support Planning: 6 – Excellent
Setting: 5 – Very Good
These are among the highest possible ratings in Scotland. Inspectors praised our team for the warmth and compassion shown every day, and for providing residents with dignity, comfort, and genuine connection.
“Staff told us that they had sufficient time to support people according to their needs. We witnessed positive relationships, humour, fun and friendly interactions.”
— Care Inspectorate report, March 2025 Inspection Report-323728
Recognised as Scotland’s No.1 Care Home
In The Sunday Times 2025 Care Home League Table, Wardside House was ranked first in Scotland, topping the list of more than 1,200 homes nationwide. The paper noted that residents here experience “warmth, kindness and compassion” and that our Care Inspectorate ratings placed us firmly among the country’s best.
This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team — carers, nurses, activities coordinators, chefs and managers — who all share one goal: to make Wardside House feel like home.
Our Approach to Care
Every resident at Wardside House is treated as an individual. We focus on person-centred care that promotes independence, comfort and wellbeing.
Our approach includes:
Personalised care plans, created with residents and families
A focus on emotional and social wellbeing
Strong links with local GPs and community health professionals
Safe, consistent medication and support systems
Time for laughter, conversation and companionship
We believe great care is not only about clinical standards, but about kindness, patience and human connection.
Life at Wardside House
Wardside House is surrounded by six acres of gardens in a peaceful village setting, offering a homely atmosphere and beautiful views of the Perthshire countryside.
The home has 28 single rooms and 4 couples’ suites, all on one level for easy accessibility. Residents enjoy bright communal lounges, freshly cooked meals, and an engaging programme of daily activities, events and outings.
Our team encourages residents to stay active, maintain their interests and build new friendships — creating a true sense of belonging.
Serving Perth, Stirling, Tayside and Beyond
Families from across Central Scotland choose Wardside House because of our excellent reputation, experienced staff and welcoming environment.
Whether you’re seeking long-term residential care, short-term respite or end-of-life support, we provide consistent, compassionate care you can trust.
We regularly welcome residents from:
Perth and Crieff
Stirling and Tayside
Dunblane, Edinburgh and Glasgow
Visit Wardside House
We know that choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make. We invite you to come and experience Wardside House for yourself — meet our team, explore the gardens, and see what makes our home so special.
Arrange a visit: Contact our team or call 01764 681 275
Address: Wardside, Muthill, Crieff, PH5 2AS
Quick Facts
Type: Purpose-built residential care home
Setting: Peaceful countryside, accessible location near Crieff
Care Categories: Residential, respite, and end-of-life care
Care Inspectorate rating: Excellent (March 2025) Inspection Report-323728
Recognition: Named Scotland’s No.1 Care Home by The Sunday Times, November 2025
Why Families Choose Wardside House
Consistently high inspection results and reputation for excellence
Experienced, long-serving team who truly care
Beautiful gardens and peaceful surroundings
Family-friendly environment with open visiting
Strong community links across Perthshire and Central Scotland
Contact Us
Phone: 01764 681 275
Email: info@wardsidehouse.com
Address: Wardside, Muthill, Crieff, PH5 2AS
Wardside House — providing warmth, kindness and compassion for every resident.