The Lodge, Exeter
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Outstanding |
| Responsive | Outstanding |
| Well-led | Outstanding |
About The Lodge
The Lodge is a residential care home providing personal and nursing care to 54 people at the time of the inspection. The service can support up to 62 people living with frailty, old age, short term memory loss or needing a short time for rehabilitation following a hospital admission. The Lodge is a large adapted building near the centre of Exeter. There are bedrooms on two floors with access via passenger lifts. There are a number of communal areas on both floors.
What residents and families say
One relative told us the care was, “Incredible.
People said they felt safe, well cared for and valued.
“My experience far exceeded any other respite stay, a welcoming, homely place”
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About The Lodge
The Lodge provides nursing and personal care in Exeter, Devon, supporting residents to live with dignity and independence. The home is operated by Elizabeth Finn Homes Limited and can accommodate up to 62 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 18/11/2021, the Care Quality Commission rated The Lodge as Outstanding. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Outstanding for Caring and Responsive and Well-led; Good for Safe, Effective. The home specialises in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports older people. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The EX1 postcode area has 8 registered care homes with a combined 305 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
The Lodge is one of the care homes in Devon — a local authority with 311 CQC-registered homes, 261 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for The Lodge
- View The Lodge on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near EX1 1SY
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
- Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to The Lodge's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
- 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
- 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
- 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected The Lodge on 18/11/2021 and rated it Outstanding. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
- - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
- - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
The Lodge has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. In the most recent CQC inspection on 18/11/2021, the home was rated Good for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.
How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
CQC inspectors rated The Lodge as Good for Safe care on 18/11/2021. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.
Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
Residents at The Lodge typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.
What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
CQC inspectors rated The Lodge as Outstanding for Caring on 18/11/2021. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.
What is the CQC rating for The Lodge?
The Lodge in Exeter is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 18/11/2021. The home has 62 beds.
How many beds does The Lodge have?
The Lodge has 62 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Exeter.
Location
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Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. View on CQC website → How we use this data