Exeter Lodge
Graham & Nicky’s Renovation
Believed to have been built in the 1800s, Exeter Lodge is one of three gatehouses for the Oxton House estate.
After falling in love with the property and its surroundings, we placed a bid with our hearts and began an extensive renovation a year later. With little experience but with comprehensive research and on-site learning, Graham took on the full responsibility of the renovation himself.
Building Regulations: We had to adhere to several regulations to ensure the property was renovated sympathetically, given its location within the historic gardens of Oxton House.
The renovation included replacing old concrete tiles with slate tiles, installing Georgian-framed wooden windows and doors, and implementing a full landscape plan that included the orchard.
Original Features: Inside, we uncovered beautiful beams, horsehair plaster, stone walling, Heavitree stone, and brick. We also uncovered fireplaces and restored the chimney, which now houses a cozy log burner. We added a few modern touches, including underfloor heating run from a biomass boiler, extra insulation, and solar panels.
Perseverance: Several years of hard work later, and Exeter Lodge was now ready to share with our guests.
Book your stay today and experience the beauty and history of this stunning property.
