Woodland View Lodge

(Opening Sep 2025)
Dutchbarn Lane, Exeter EX2 7PW
  • Woodland View Lodge, Exeter
A brand-new, purpose-built care home in Topsham opening in September 2025. Designed to provide exceptional residential and dementia care, the home offers a warm, welcoming environment where residents can feel safe, comfortable, and truly at home. With beautifully designed spaces, engaging activities, and a dedicated team committed to delivering person-centred care that enhances well-being and quality of life.

Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 66 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1550
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1550
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1550
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1550

At Oyster Care Homes, Everything is Included – One Simple Fee


Choosing a care home is a big decision, and we believe it should be as stress-free as possible. That’s why at Oyster Care Homes, we offer one inclusive fee.


Here’s what’s included:


Tailored Care – Personalised support that adapts to changing needs, ensuring comfort and security at all times.


A Place to Call Home – Spacious, beautifully designed en-suite rooms for privacy and relaxation.


Delicious, Chef-Prepared Meals – Nutritious and varied menus, catering to all dietary needs and personal preferences.


Vibrant Lifestyle & Activities – A packed calendar of events and entertainment, led by our dedicated lifestyle team.


Well-being Services – Regular visits from professional hairdressers and chiropodists to keep residents feeling their best.


Our all-inclusive approach gives peace of mind to residents and their families, allowing them to focus on what truly matters - quality time together

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Woodland View Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Michele Baxendale-Nichols (General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2025
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (66)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (66)

Visiting

  • No visiting restrictions. Booking in advance is not necessary

Parking

  • Parking available on site with electric charging points

Bed Vacancies

Please Contact Us for Latest Vacancies

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Meet the Team (2)

Michele

Michele Baxendale-Nichols

Job Title: General Manager

Joined: 2025

With over 35 years in nursing and healthcare leadership, I’ve built a career grounded in compassion, clinical excellence, and strategic impact. From frontline care to the boardroom, I’ve led with purpose—shaping services, standards, and people.


As Head of Nursing and Midwifery at MSI Reproductive Choices UK, I worked across 60+ clinics, ensuring quality reproductive healthcare for 70,000+ people annually, in close collaboration with the CQC. My earlier roles span Clinical Director, General Manager, and Head of Clinical Excellence across major providers including Barchester Healthcare, Majesticare, and Health and Social Care Services, where I focused on complex care delivery and service transformation.


A former NHS and care home board member, I bring a strategic lens to every role, while staying grounded in what truly matters: empowering people to thrive. I’m a trained executive coach and hold a Master’s in Healthcare Leadership and Management.


Outside work, you’ll find me surfing or wild camping on Dartmoor with my family and our much-loved dog—because recharging in nature keeps my passion for people burning strong!

Rebecca

Rebecca Clarke

Job Title: Woodland View Lodge Front of House Manager

Joined: 2025

With over 30 years of experience in the legal profession, I’ve built a career rooted in precision, empathy, and leadership. My primary expertise lies in Probate, where I’ve managed matters involving Deceased Estates, Wills, LPAs, the Court of Protection, dementia-related cases, and Personal Injury settlements. Over the years, I progressed to the role of PA/Paralegal and led a busy team of 20, ensuring smooth operations and high standards of client care.


Outside of work, I’m an avid walker and enjoy exploring Dartmoor year-round with my energetic Belgian Malinois. I also have a creative side and spend time drawing when inspiration strikes. I love meeting new people and learning from different perspectives, but I also value quiet moments—especially with a good film to unwind.

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodland View Lodge

What types of Care is Woodland View Lodge registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Woodland View Lodge have?

There are 66 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Woodland View Lodge?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Woodland View Lodge to the centre of Exeter?

3.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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