The Limes

The Limes is a residential care home in Dunstable, in the Central Bedfordshire council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 6 residents. It provides care for older people, younger adults, people with a learning disability or autism, people with mental health needs, people with a physical disability and people with a sensory impairment. It is run by Optimal Living (Luton), which operates 2 care homes in England. The home has been registered since May 2022.

At its latest inspection, published October 2024, the CQC rated The Limes Outstanding, which means the CQC found the service performing exceptionally well. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

The Limes has not published its fees and has not yet confirmed them to us. Care homes in Central Bedfordshire with a fee on record typically charge about £1,625 a week for residential care, so expect a figure in that range and ask the home for a written quote.

There are 65 registered care homes in Central Bedfordshire. The nearest to The Limes include Lady Spencer House, Rosalyn House and Redwood Reablement Unit. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.