our most common FAQS
Here Are The Most Frequently Asked Questions.
We have compiled a list of questions we are asked on a regular basis when current and prospective residents get in touch with us.
Please read through them and should you still have any questions please do use our contact form to get in touch with us, we are more than happy to help.
A park home is a type of prefabricated home that is designed to be moved and installed on a residential park. It is also sometimes referred to as a mobile home or a static caravan. Park homes are typically single-story structures and are constructed off-site in a factory before being transported to their final location.
One of the main differences between a park home and a traditional house is that park homes are designed to be portable and are not typically built on a permanent foundation. Instead, they are typically placed on a chassis with wheels or on a concrete base with a jack system, which allows them to be moved if necessary.
Another key difference is that park homes are often smaller than traditional houses, with a typical size ranging from around 300 to 1,000 square feet. They are also often less expensive than traditional homes, making them an attractive option for those looking for an affordable housing solution.
However, despite their smaller size and lower cost, park homes can still offer a range of modern amenities and features, including fully fitted kitchens, central heating, and even en-suite bathrooms in some cases. They are also often designed with energy efficiency in mind, with features such as double-glazed windows and insulation to help reduce energy costs.
Overall, park homes offer a flexible and affordable housing option for those who may not be able to afford a traditional house or who prefer the lifestyle that comes with living in a residential park community.
The short answer is yes, but be aware that park home sites can come under different licences.
A residential licence will allow you to have a park home as your main dwelling, another licence ie the 12-month leisure licence will require you to have a main address elsewhere as the licence is only for leisure use and is not intended for permanent living.
There are a few costs to be aware of when you are purchasing a park home, these include but are limited to ground rent, gas, electricity and repairs.
Most parks require your park home to be kept up to the park’s standards, although parks do have maintenance teams, these are usually only for the upkeep of the grounds and delivering gas bottles to residents when required, so any broken windows, gutting or decking would need to be repaired, also you might find the park may have a list of preferred contractors that they will require you to use for said repairs.
This would depend on your requirements, first start by choosing the area where you would like to have a park home, then look for park home sites in that area, and do some research to find out if they have the licence required for your use as well as any amenities that you may be looking for in and around the site.
Visit each site to get a feel of the place, look at the plots and homes they have to offer, and speak to the residents to see if they are happy with the site, start by asking how long they have been a resident and if they are happy and would they recommend purchasing at the given location.
