Features

Sheltered Housing
Activities
Activities
Garden
Garden
Communal lounge
Communal lounge
Safe and secure
Safe and secure
Delicious meals
Delicious meals
Welcome to Drake Lodge, Tavistock.

Originally built in the late 19th Century, Drake Lodge has a rich history much like Tavistock itself. Fully refurbished in 2010, Drake Lodge is proud to offer older people support and companionship in later life.

We have 17 en-suite rooms and one en-suite flat plus a communal lounge and dining room. We also have a purpose-built function room for activities and presentations, large enough for all residents and volunteers to socialise together.

Drake Lodge is a wonderful place to live where everyone is treated with respect and love. We have an active social committee who regularly organise activities such a quizzes, coffee mornings, speakers and fundraising events.

We are fortunate to be located in the flourishing ancient stannary town of Tavistock, situated on the edge of Dartmoor and just 12 miles from the ocean in Plymouth - we have the best of both worlds. Food and craft markets are often held in the town centre alongside an abundance of cafes and restaurants to choose from. Opposite the house is a bowling green, tennis courts and swimming pool which residents are welcome to use.

‘To avoid disappointment we recommend that prospective residents put their names on the waiting list at the earliest possible opportunity’.

Drake Lodge is managed by Abbeyfield Tavistock Society.

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Meet the team

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Working at Abbeyfield is like being part of a family. I enjoy interacting with the staff and getting to know our residents and their families. Drake Lodge is a positive and supportive community that I’m proud to contribute to. Seeing residents settle in and enjoy life here, makes us all happy.

Anna

House Manager

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I joined Abbeyfield Tavistock after completing a placement here whilst at Catering College. I like all aspects of the job and enjoy creating nutritious recipes for our residents to enjoy. As kitchen manager, I now train the newer members of the kitchen team to the high standards that Abbeyfield Tavistock is known for.

Ian

Kitchen Manager

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The Abbeyfield residents are like my extended family, it gives me job satisfaction to be able to produce nutritious meals for them every day, and each day is different.

June

Housekeeper

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I have been doing the administration here since November 2020 and feel very privileged to be involved in such a worthwhile organisation. Drake Lodge is so homely and friendly – coming to work here is a pleasure.

Fran

Business Manager

What's included in the cost?

Spend time enjoying life rather than worrying about meals, maintenance and household bills. Living with Abbeyfield is hassle free, affordable and convenient making monthly budgeting simple and easy.

From

£1,530.10 per month

Home made meals daily Home made meals daily
Gas, water and electric Gas, water and electric
Council tax Council tax
On-site staff On-site staff
24 hour personal alarm system 24 hour personal alarm system
Security Security
Garden maintenance Garden maintenance
Laundry Facilities Laundry Facilities

Testimonials

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Drake Lodge

60 Plymouth Road, Tavistock, Devon, England, PL19 8BU View Map Directions

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