Winchelsea Hostel and Nursing Home Society Inc

· 8 Gosney Street Winchelsea 3241 VIC

Residential aged care at Winchelsea Hostel and Nursing Home Society Inc in Winchelsea, Victoria

  • Permanent
  • Respite
  • Dementia

About our home

Chelsea Lodge and Werruna are aged care homes managed by Hesse Rural Health, situated in Winchelsea. Chelsea Lodge offers 21 private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, all overlooking gardens and paddocks. It features a dining area for up to 50 people during events, a common room with entertainment options, an activities room, and a care planning room for family meetings. Meals are prepared on-site.

Werruna, a 10-bed facility specifically catering to dementia patients, opened in 2010 and is internationally recognized. It organises weekly outings via its own bus service to various local events and sites. Recreational activities at Werruna include performances, recitals, guest speakers, church services, and workshops, enhancing resident engagement and quality of life.

  • Gardens
  • Outdoor courtyard
  • Nearby shops
  • Organised activities
  • Transport

Top Rated Home in Winchelsea

One of the top homes in Winchelsea according to residents and Government service audits.

9.2Overall Score
165 Staffing Minutes
3 Year Accreditation

Winchelsea Hostel and Nursing Home Society Inc Reviews

8.8· Recommended by 100% residents

Categories

Staff8.8
Home8.4
Independence9.0
Food6.9
Kindness9.6
Safety8.9

The Residents Experience rating shows what current residents at Winchelsea Hostel and Nursing Home Society Inc think of the food, staff, care and more. These ratings are from the 2024 Aged Care Quality Commission Survey.


Jamiee Murray
Jamiee Murray
 · 27/05/2022

Beautiful midwives, very welcoming, reassuring and informative for new parents. Very thankful to Jane and Deb for their help.


Rooms & Pricing

No Accommodation fee for respite

You will only pay the Basic daily fee and may pay an additional services fee.

Concessional residents welcome

Winchelsea Hostel and Nursing Home Society Inc supports eligible government funded residents with subsidised fees.

Room Type
Price
Chelsea LodgeSingle room + ensuite
$103.20 DailyOR$495,000 RAD
WerrunaSingle room + ensuite
$103.20 DailyOR$495,000 RAD

About the Staff

165
165 mins
All Care Staff
58 mins
Registered Nurse

Residents at Winchelsea Hostel and Nursing Home Society Inc on average received 165 minutes of total daily care (89% target) from a combination of support workers, enrolled and registered nurses. In September 2025, a Registered Nurse was on site null hours per day.


Things to know

About the operator

  • Operated by WINCHELSEA HOSTEL AND NURSING HOME SOCIETY
  • Not for profit business
  • Is Commonwealth government subsidised
  • ABN: 92641325719

Safety Checks

  • Certification valid
  • Has not received notice of sanction
  • Is accredited

Location

8 Gosney Street Winchelsea 3241 VIC

Questions

What is the ACQSC star rating of Winchelsea Hostel and Nursing Home Society Inc?

This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Good.

What is the price range of residential aged care at Winchelsea Hostel and Nursing Home Society Inc?

Winchelsea Hostel and Nursing Home Society Inc has 2 different types of rooms which range in price between $495,000 and $495,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.


Updated: 25 October 2025