Pre-owned starter static, sample listing I

Features in this example

• Lowest entry price in this demo set
• Gas central heating
• Grass pitch
• Dog friendly park
• Shorter season

Park summary

Demo park profile: a value-focused park inland from the coast, with basic facilities and a short season.

This park is fictional. We do not use real park names, and we are not affiliated with any park operator.

Annual cost considerations

The purchase price is only the start. These are the costs that decide whether ownership works for you.

Annual site fee (example)

£2,950

Site fees usually rise each year. Ask for the last five years of increases in writing.

Insurance (example)

£220 per year

Parks often require cover to a set standard. You can normally shop around.

Gas, electricity and water (example)

£480 per year

Metered on most parks. Winter use pushes this up sharply.

Rates and services (example)

£150 to £280 per year

Charges vary by park and can include rates, waste and grounds upkeep.

Servicing and maintenance (example)

£250 to £600 per year

Annual gas and damp checks are usually mandatory to keep any warranty valid.

Depreciation

Expect the value to fall

Holiday caravans and most lodges lose value over time. Treat this as a lifestyle purchase.

What to ask before buying

1. 1What has the pitch fee been for each of the last five years?
2. 2Which charges sit outside the pitch fee?
3. 3How long is the licence agreement, and what happens when it ends?
4. 4Is there an age limit for vans staying on this pitch?
5. 5What commission applies if the park sells it for me?
6. 6Is subletting permitted, and on what written terms?
7. 7Exactly how long is the holiday season, including the closed period?
8. 8Can I take the full agreement away and read it before paying anything?

More detail in our guide on questions to ask before buying a holiday home.