Barchester Healthcare

Lucerne House Care Home

Nursing home in Exeter, Devon

Operated by Barchester Healthcare

CQC Outstanding75 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressChudleigh Rd, Alphington, Exeter EX2 8TU, UK
Beds75
Weekly feefrom £1,662 · 2026
En-suite100%
Opened1995
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Lucerne House Care Home is a 75-bed care home in Exeter, Devon, operated by Barchester Healthcare. It provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care.

The home is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. It was rated Good for Safety and Outstanding across Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Bar
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Pets Allowed
Quiet Area

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected November 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery150 m
A&E: Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)1.7 miles
Bus stop150 m
Train station1.6 miles
Shops300 m
Pub or bar150 m
  • Near a main road

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsPlentiful
  • Play SpaceSparse
  • Golf CourseLimited
  • Public ParkAmple
  • Tennis CourtAmple
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldSparse

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsAdequate
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsAdequate
  • TakeawaysSparse

Local crime statistics

1 recorded crimes in the local area (March 2026)

Top categories:

Other theft100%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,662
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

Devon usually pays £1,110 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £552 a week.

Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Devon council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what Devon pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£1,054
2025—£1,110
2026£1,662—

What Devon council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Lucerne House Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 1.7 miles away. The local GP practice is IDE LANE SURGERY, 0.1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford) · 1.7 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
IDE LANE SURGERY · 0.1 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Exeter

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Exeter Community Transport Association

Provision of transport services to disabled persons including Ring & Ride service, hire of wheelchairs and mobility equipment.

2.9 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1129560)
Charity

Age UK Exeter

To promote the well-being of all older people in Exeter and help make later life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.

3.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1010973)
Charity

Age UK Devon

Age UK Devon's mission is to improve the lives of older people in Devon through delivering services that: * Increase independence*Tackle loneliness & isolation*Improve health & wellbeing*Make the…

3.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1019018)
Charity

Friends of Heavitree Health Centre

Provide transport to medical appointments.Provide transport and assistance with shopping.Provide transport and assistance to lunch clubs.Social drop in club for carers and ex carers.Carers support…

4.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1037303)
Charity

Exminster Pensioners Club

The object of the club shall be to promote the welfare of the aged and retired. Monthly meetings, outings, annual holiday and Christmas dinner. Meet at the Victory Hall, Exminster on the first…

5.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (289213)
Charity

Age Concern Crediton

Age Concern Crediton is an independently registered charity responsible for raising its own funds. Our mission is to promote the well-being of 50+ people in Crediton & district & help make later…

5.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1008497)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Lucerne House?
Lucerne House can be found in Exeter and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Lucerne House?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the body responsible for overseeing health and social care services in England. Lucerne House has been assessed as outstanding, reflecting the high standards of care and safety provided at the facility.
What kinds of senior care does Lucerne House provide?
Lucerne House offers a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity of Lucerne House?
At present, Lucerne House can accommodate 75 residents.
Who is the proprietor of Lucerne House?
Barchester Healthcare is the owner and manager of this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Lucerne House offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Culinary Sessions, Wellness Classes, and Interaction with Children.
How much does care at Lucerne House cost?
The cost of care at Lucerne House begins at £1,662 per week, but the final amount can differ based on the specific care needs of the elderly resident.

For a more accurate estimate, it is recommended to contact Lucerne House directly at 01392 321521 to discuss your individual requirements.

Part of Barchester Healthcare

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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