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La Fontana Care Home Near Yeovil

Set in the tranquil countryside of Martock, near Yeovil, Somerset, La Fontana Care Home offers beautifully decorated, purpose-built accommodation where comfort, choice and dignity are at the heart of everything we do. Whether your loved one requires specialist Dementia Care, Nursing Care, Residential Care, Respite or Palliative support, our dedicated team provides compassionate, expert care within a warm and welcoming community. With spacious en-suite rooms, secure dementia-friendly gardens and activity-rich living spaces, La Fontana is designed to be a place where residents feel truly at home.

At La Fontana, we believe exceptional care starts with understanding the person, not just the care need. From the moment someone joins us, our skilled team of nurses, carers and support staff takes time to learn each individual’s story, preferences and patterns of life. Care plans are developed collaboratively with residents and their families, ensuring each day is lived on their terms.

We have a team on passionate and profesional care and suport workers such as nurses, activity leads and support staff, who bring expertise, warmth and continuity to life at La Fontana. The team are commited to building trust, relationships and community for residents and families alike.

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What You’ll Find at La Fontana

Our care home Near Yeovil has been purposefully created to provide a variety of facilities and services for residents’ enjoyment, allowing them to live a life that suits them and their needs.

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Specialist Dementia Care in Somerset

At our dementia specialist care home near Yeovil, Somerset, we provide round-the-clock specialist dementia care in a safe, nurturing environment designed to support every stage of the condition. Our skilled and compassionate team takes the time to truly get to know each resident, their life story, preferences and daily rhythms, so we can provide care that feels personal, respectful and reassuring.

Every detail of our setting is thoughtfully tailored to the needs of those living with dementia. From easy to navigate layouts and secure, sensory-rich gardens to meaningful, engaging activities, we create a space that promotes calm, comfort and connection. With the use of specialised tools and a deeply person-centred approach, we ensure families can feel peace of mind, knowing their loved one is in expert, understanding hands.

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Residential Care in Somerset

At La Fontana Care Home in Martock, Somerset, we offer compassionate residential care tailored to those who need a little extra support with everyday living while maintaining their independence. Our dedicated team works closely with each resident to develop personalised care plans that honour their routines, preferences and individual needs, ensuring they feel respected, supported and truly at home.

Life at La Fontana is about more than care, it’s about community. Residents become part of a vibrant, welcoming environment, with access to enriching activities, comfortable shared spaces and wellbeing-focused amenities that make every day meaningful.

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Nursing Care in Somerset

For elderly residents with complex health needs, physical disabilities or those requiring palliative care, we provide compassionate, round-the-clock nursing support delivered by a team of experienced professionals. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, dignified care that evolves alongside each resident’s needs.

Before anyone makes La Fontana Care Home near Yeovil, Somerset their home, we take the time to build a clear picture of who they are, working closely with them and their loved ones to understand their medical requirements, personal routines and preferences. This collaborative approach allows us to create a truly individualised care plan. As circumstances change, our dedicated nursing team continuously monitors and adapts care, ensuring each resident receives consistent, thoughtful support and the comfort they deserve every day.

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Palliative Care in Somerset

At La Fontana Care Home close to Yeovil, Somerset,  our experienced team provides specialist palliative care with unwavering compassion, placing comfort, dignity and individual choice at the heart of everything we do. Offering 24-hour support, we focus on effective pain management, emotional reassurance and enhancing quality of life for both residents and their families during the most delicate moments.

Each care journey is shaped around the resident’s wishes, values and needs, ensuring they feel safe, respected and deeply supported. With clinical knowledge, thoughtful resources and a gentle, human approach, we create a calm, comforting space where residents can find peace and where loved ones feel held and guided every step of the way.

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Life at La Fontana Care Home

Our residents at La Fontana Care Home in Somerset truly feel at home. Working with our skilled team of care and support professionals in a comfortable and purpose-built environment allows everyone to flourish. Featuring large communal areas with beautifully designed and decorated private bedrooms for relaxed, comfortable living. Fitted with the latest in care home technology that helps to give peace of mind to residents and their loved ones.

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Explore Martock & the Surrounding Area

La Fontana is nestled in the village of Martock, Somerset, a peaceful setting with strong transport links and local amenities. Residents and their visitors can enjoy gentle countryside walks, explore the historic Treasurer’s House (now cared for by the National Trust), or stroll through Martock’s church-lined streets.

For visiting families, access is straightforward and stress-free. The home is located on Foldhill Lane, Martock, TA12 6PQ. On-site visitor parking is available for convenience, and Martock benefits from good road connections via the A303 and B3165. Local bus routes link Martock to nearby towns such as Yeovil and Taunton, while major airports in Bristol and Exeter are within comfortable driving distance. Whether arriving by car, train or bus, reaching La Fontana is convenient for family visits and day-to-day connections.

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High-Quality Care Tailored To You

La Fontana’s dedicated and passionate team proudly delivers a range of care services at our purpose-built care home in Somerset, including Specialist Dementia Care, Nursing Care, Respite Care and Palliative Care.

Boasting the latest in care home technology and a variety of dementia friendly activities and amenities, residents at La Fontana receive high-quality, person-centred care which promotes independence and wellbeing.

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Contact Us

La Fontana Care Home,
Foldhill Lane,
Martock,
South Somerset,
TA12 6PQ

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How to Find Us

Plan your visit to La Fontana with ease. Conveniently located in the peaceful village of Martock, our home is easy to reach by car, train or bus, with ample on-site parking and excellent local transport links. Whether travelling from nearby Yeovil or further afield, families and friends can enjoy a straightforward and welcoming journey every time they visit.

La Fontana Care Home is located on Foldhill Lane, Martock, Somerset TA12 6PQ.
Visitors arriving from Yeovil can reach us in around 15 minutes via the A3088, which connects directly to Martock through Stapleton Road and Foldhill Lane. From Taunton, take the A358 toward Ilminster, then follow signs for the A303 eastbound, exiting at the A356 (Bower Hinton/Martock) junction. The home is well signposted within the village and there is ample free on-site parking for residents’ families and visitors.

Those travelling from further afield can access Martock easily via the A303, a major route linking Somerset to the rest of the South West and London. The drive from Exeter takes roughly 1 hour and from Bristol about 75 minutes.

The nearest railway station is Yeovil Junction (EXD), located approximately 7 miles (15–20 minutes) from La Fontana Care Home. Yeovil Junction is served by South Western Railway, with regular services running between Exeter St Davids and London Waterloo.
Alternatively, Crewkerne Station, roughly 10 miles away, offers connections on the same line. Visitors arriving by train can take a local taxi directly to the home or use bus service 81, which links Yeovil Town Centre with Martock.

Several local bus routes connect Martock with neighbouring towns and villages. Bus 81 runs regularly between Yeovil Bus Station and Crewkerne, stopping in Martock Square, just a short walk from La Fontana on Foldhill Lane.
Other nearby services include the 51 to Somerton and Taunton, offering flexible travel options for families visiting by public transport. For the most up-to-date timetable information, visitors can check Traveline South West or First Bus Somerset online.

La Fontana Care Home is fully accessible to visitors with mobility needs. The main entrance features a gentle ramp and automatic doors, while the interior has wide, level corridors and a passenger lift to all floors. Dedicated accessible parking bays are available close to the entrance, and our friendly staff are always happy to assist guests to and from resident rooms.