A new luxury £13m care home under construction in Dawlish is set to open in January.

When finished, Maria Mallaband Care Group's three-storey 'Claremont Manor' off the A379 near Sainsbury's will reportedly create up to 75 jobs.

It will have 71 en-suite bedrooms across three floors, as well as multiple lounges, restaurants, communal areas and a garden. It will also feature a hair and beauty suite, cinema room, wellness suite, private dining room and a "grandchildren's room".

CGI image of finished Claremont Manor care home (Maria Mallaband Care Group)

Group Commissioning Manager at Maria Mallaband Care Group Annelli Chatfield said: "Claremont Manor will ensure the local community has the opportunity to live in a luxurious environment that promotes personalisation and independence.

"This home is going to be something spectacular, from the design to the finishes and chef-curated menus.

"We know that there is a demand for more support from care homes, especially in Dawlish and the surrounding towns.

"Our sister home in Ottery St Mary, Kings Manor, also offers luxury living, great facilities and lifestyle-enhancing care, which is why we want to continue to offer this exceptional care service to the local community."

The Maria Mallaband Care Group owns over 80 care homes across the country.