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Key information
Chestnut House is a 6-resident board and care home in San Carlos. It has been licensed since July 2008. It also offers assisted living. The nearest hospital, Sequoia Hospital, which has an emergency room, is 1.8 miles away. Inspectors have visited 3 times since November 2023, most recently on July 29, 2026.
Rating and inspection report
Official rating
- State inspectionsNo serious citations in 3 years
Care & pricing
Care available
- Licensed capacity
- 6 beds
- State licence
- CA 415600753 · Active
Pricing
- Assisted living / Studio: $6,000 per monthAssisted living
- Care Homes - Semi-Private: $5,000 per monthBoard and care
- Care Homes - Private: $7,000 per monthBoard and care
Payment types accepted
Room type
- PrivateBoard and care$7,000 per month
- Semi-PrivateBoard and care$5,000 per month
- Studio$6,000–$6,000 per month
Daily life
Details
Facilities
- Arts room
- Barber / salon
- Business room
- Cable TV
- Climate control
- Fireplace
- Fitness room
- Furnished
- Game room
- Garden
- Kitchenette
- Library
- Movie room
- On-site market / store
- Outdoor common space
- Patio
- Piano
- Private bathroom
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
- Swimming pool
- Telephone in room
- Walking paths
- Wi-Fi and internet access
- State-licensed residential care facility for the elderly (California CDSS)
Activities
- Community-sponsored activities
- Continuing learning experience
- Day trips
- Fitness programs
- Movie nights
- Music program
- Planned activities
Services
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Assistance with bathing
- Assistance with dressing
- Assistance with transfers
- Bathing assistance
- Dementia / memory care
- Diabetes care
- Diabetes management (glucose checks)
- Dressing assistance
- Help arranging medical and dental appointments
- High Acuity Care
- Housekeeping
- Incontinence care
- Laundry
- Medication management
- Medication management and reminders
- Move in coordination
- Non-ambulatory care
- Outside hospice allowed
- Special diets (diabetic, renal, pureed)
- Specialized memory care programming
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair users accepted
Dining
- All day dining
- Allergy sensitive
- Café/bistro
- Diabetes diet
- Dining room
- Gluten free
- Grill
- International cuisine
- Low sodium
- Professional chef
- Restaurant style dining
- Scheduled meals
- Sports or cocktail lounge
- Three meals a day and snacks, including diets a physician prescribes
- Vegetarian
Safety and security
- Emergency alert system
Transportation
- Resident Parking Available
- Transportation and parking
Policies
- Accepts private pay
- Pet-friendly
Faith
- Faith Based
Languages spoken on site
- American Sign Language
- Arabic
- Croatian
- English
- Spanish
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Reviews and listings
What families and listing sites say.
Ratings on other sites
- 9/10
Reviews
Chestnut House
I mean I was treated like a queen and I've seen how they are with other people. Also not only that doing my laundry. She has a whole schedule going and showers. Perfect. The company was great that little backyard is wonderful and also they fed me what I liked I told them and they also didn't mind The way. I kinda talk a lot, but I really enjoyed everybody. I felt like I was in a friend home I really do and I felt very spoiled being able to have my own room. That was wonderful. It was a wonderful experience. If there was anything like a home I consider that I didn't have to go upstairs, which was very nice. The fact that I had a bathroom some other guest might not, but I like that and the fact that they had the TV which I really liked The food was good and if you like something special, they'll get it for you lovely patio. I really consider that a home and I was in a wheelchair the whole time and it definitely worked for me going down the halls getting into the rooms, etc., along with the shower in the main bathroom that was perfect. Everything was very nice and of course that's my hometown so I loved it just being there.
Robin N. · Resident
Sep 15, 2025
Verifiedmy family experience
The facility has been absolutely wonderful to my husband. They're taking the best care of him. He's very happy there. They're very kind. They're very considerate. They're very caring and I'm just so fortunate that I was able to find them through you. I would recommend them to anyone, but unfortunately, they don't have a lot of spaces. There are small. Well they have three they do have three facilities though but anyway they're just great and anyone who is there is lucky to be there. They do their jobs very well and it shows.
Family member
Jun 24, 2025
Verified
Questions and answers
How does CareScout rate Chestnut House?
CareScout has given Chestnut House a rating of 6.8 out of 10 based on a proprietary scoring system. CareScout uses an index of 6 metrics to evaluate the quality and consistency of care of any given community for which we have data.
Where is Chestnut House?
Chestnut House is located at 590 Chestnut Street, San Carlos, CA 94070, just 0.8 miles away from Urology: San Carlos Center: Palo Alto Medical Foundation.
What room types does Chestnut House offer?
Chestnut House offers studio options. To get availability details, please fill out the form above.
How much does it cost to live at Chestnut House in San Carlos, CA?
Chestnut House has confirmed that the starting price for an Assisted Living studio is $6,000 per month. Price can vary depending on the type of room and level of care you need. A CareScout advisor can provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date prices for Chestnut House.
What is the phone number for Chestnut House?
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How does A Place for Mom score Chestnut House?
A Place for Mom has scored Chestnut House 9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score. We assign review scores to give a more reliable view into senior living communities and home care agencies. Our review scores prioritize reviews that are recent — the past 24 months — because we know families need current information when choosing senior care. Those with many recent, positive reviews receive a high review score, while providers with few recent reviews — regardless of how positive — receive a lower review score. Communities with no recent reviews will not have a review score, even if older reviews are positive. The maximum A Place for Mom review score a community can receive is 10 points.
What room types does Chestnut House offer?
Chestnut House offers Private and Semi-Private. Learn more.
On listing sites
Chestnut House | Residential Care Home | San Carlos, CA 94070 | 2 Reviews
Limited availability
Assisted Living administered by a Registered Nurse. Licensed for 6 seniors 60 years and older. Ambulatory and non-ambulatory. Full care, room and board. Home cooked meals and meals on request. Open to visits of family and friends any time. Family oriented ambiance. Facility consists of two single and two semi-private rooms, large living room, dining room, family room with large TV, lovely deck and yard, 3 bathrooms including handicap bathroom. Facility has hospice and dementia waivers. Located across from Sequoia Hospital and at a bus stop. A Place for Mom has scored Chestnut House with 9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Chestnut House has 2 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 5 out of 5.
Chestnut House
Chestnut House is an Assisted Living community in the San Carlos area that also offers Board and Care Home. Costs for this community start at $6,000/mo, which includes certain standard amenities and services but the final cost may vary according to care needs and accommodation type. Chestnut House is a charming senior living community nestled in a serene neighborhood in California. This small community, managed by Ageway Senior Care, offers a warm and welcoming environment where residents can enjoy the comforts of home alongside comprehensive care and medical services. With 24-hour supervision and a dedicated team providing assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, residents can feel assured that their well-being is a top priority. The community also provides specialized services like incontinence care and non-ambulatory support, ensuring that each individual's needs are met with compassion and expertise. The surrounding neighborhood enhances the appeal of Chestnut House, offering convenient access to essential services and leisurely activities. Residents can take a short stroll to the nearby CVS Pharmacy or enjoy a meal at the popular In-N-Out Burger, both located within a mile of the community. For those seeking a relaxing coffee break, Coffeebar is just two miles away, providing a cozy atmosphere for residents and their visitors. Healthcare access is a notable advantage of living at Chestnut House. The proximity to Sequoia Hospital, only two miles away, ensures that residents have quick access to medical care when needed. Additionally, the Urology department at San Carlos Center: Palo Alto Medical Foundation is just 0.8 miles away, offering specialized medical services close to home. Chestnut House also fosters a vibrant community atmosphere through its amenities and activities. Residents can enjoy movie nights, strolls along walking paths, and participate in various community-sponsored activities. The beautiful garden provides a tranquil space for relaxation and reflection. With an emergency alert system and wheelchair accessibility, the community prioritizes safety and convenience for all its residents. Overall, Chestnut House offers a nurturing environment where residents can thrive, surrounded by a supportive community and an array of local amenities that enhance their quality of life.
Location
590 Chestnut Street, San Carlos, CA 94070