The Kingfisher guide to:
Making the right choice of caravan to suit your budget and requirements
When you have a figure in mind that you are comfortable spending on a caravan holiday home and you have chosen
the park you want to site it on, the next step is to decide which caravan to buy.
Below are some of the considerations that will help you make this decision.
Most caravan parks will have some sort of showground where they will display the caravan holiday homes that they
currently have available for sale. Most parks will also offer a range of both new and used caravans available for sale.
You will need to contact the park of your choice to find out exactly what makes and models of caravans they currently
have available to purchase.
Just like cars, there are many makes and models of caravans available, which will vary in price, depending very much on the size and age of the caravan, as well as the number of bedrooms, the number of bathrooms and/or shower rooms, as well as the quality of the internal features and fittings.
Some of the main caravan manufactures currently include ABI, Atlas, Carnaby, Pemberton, Sunseeker, Swift, Victory and Willerby. All of these manufactures have their own websites which will provide you with more information about the individual companies along with details of the current range of caravan models they offer.
Don’t forget, if the caravan park of your choice does not currently have the make and model of caravan you want, and if you are looking to purchase a brand new caravan, you may be able to order a new make and model through the park.
Just like cars, there are many makes and models of caravans available, which will vary in price, depending very much on the size and age of the caravan, as well as the number of bedrooms, the number of bathrooms and/or shower rooms, as well as the quality of the internal features and fittings.
Some of the main caravan manufactures currently include ABI, Atlas, Carnaby, Pemberton, Sunseeker, Swift, Victory and Willerby. All of these manufactures have their own websites which will provide you with more information about the individual companies along with details of the current range of caravan models they offer.
Don’t forget, if the caravan park of your choice does not currently have the make and model of caravan you want, and if you are looking to purchase a brand new caravan, you may be able to order a new make and model through the park.
Today’s static caravans are very different from the caravans of just 40 years ago.
Most modern caravans have mains water and sewerage, mains electricity,
along with either bottled or piped gas. They are well designed, well insulated and offer a choice of two,
three or in some cases four bedrooms, along with one or more bathrooms/shower rooms.
The differing makes and models of caravans will also offer a variety of features, ranging from central heating and integrated fridge freezers to
dishwashers and washing machines.
Don’t forget, your personal budget will dictate what features will be available to you.
Don’t forget, your personal budget will dictate what features will be available to you.
Caravans as standard come in either 2 or 3 bedroom models which will sleep up to 6 or 8 people.
Usually the bedroom layout consists of one main double room with either one, two, or in some cases, three twin rooms. Additional sleeping for an extra two people is usually available in the form of a pull out bed in the lounge, normally pulling out from the sofa. Deciding which caravan is best suited for you will depend on what you want from your caravan. How many people will be using the caravan? Is it for your own personal use, along with family and friends, or are you planning to sublet your caravan to bring you additional income? If you are planning on subletting your caravan, remember to consider what your potential guests may require.
It is usually the case that the more bedrooms a caravan has, then the smaller the living areas will be.
So you may want to also consider how spacious you need your living area to be as if you have a young family in the caravan,
they will probably welcome a larger living area than maybe an older family may need.
Due to their size, the majority of caravans have a shower and not a bath, although there are a
limited number of caravans that do offer a bath.
There will be a least one shower room in the caravan, which will normally include a shower, wash hand basin and toilet. Several caravans may offer a small en-suite shower room off the main bedroom, with a wash hand basin and/or toilet, while some of the larger and more expensive caravans may offer the choice of two shower rooms.
Again, it is worth considering how many people will be occupying your caravan, as the more people, then the greater the demand will be for the shower and toilet facilities, especially in the morning.
There will be a least one shower room in the caravan, which will normally include a shower, wash hand basin and toilet. Several caravans may offer a small en-suite shower room off the main bedroom, with a wash hand basin and/or toilet, while some of the larger and more expensive caravans may offer the choice of two shower rooms.
Again, it is worth considering how many people will be occupying your caravan, as the more people, then the greater the demand will be for the shower and toilet facilities, especially in the morning.
Most parks will have range of used pre-owned caravans available to purchase,
as well as a selection of new caravans, usually from a differing selection of manufacturers.
The choice you make will depend on your budget and the choice of caravans available. Like cars,
caravans depreciate in value over time and so choosing a used caravan in a good condition may enable you
to purchase a higher standard and specification of caravan at a comparably lower cost.
However, it is important to bear in mind that used caravans may not come with the benefit of a warranty
agreement, which is standard with most new caravans. It is therefore important to check with the park
and also your sales paperwork before signing any agreement, to confirm the terms and conditions of any
warranty agreement included within the purchase price.
If you decide to purchase a used caravan and you notice some defects, such as a damaged panel or worn upholstery, it is also important to obtain written confirmation of any repairs or replacements that are to be carried out and included as part of the initial purchase price.
If you decide to purchase a used caravan and you notice some defects, such as a damaged panel or worn upholstery, it is also important to obtain written confirmation of any repairs or replacements that are to be carried out and included as part of the initial purchase price.
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Caravan Holiday Park situated in
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Caravan Sales and Holiday Rentals
Caravan Holiday Park situated in
the heart of Ingoldmells offering
Caravan Sales and Holiday Rentals
