Everything you need to know about buying a caravan in Cornwall

When living in Wales and embarking on your next adventure as a caravan owner, there’s no doubt a lot you’ll need to consider. Cornwall is a fantastic location with lots to experience the whole year round, for the entire family, so purchasing your caravan here is almost a no-brainer.

Some of the best holidays in Cornwall with Away Resorts are the ones spent with your loved ones, and the holiday park is the perfect place for adventures and explorations for everyone – including your four-legged friends, as your caravan will be pet friendly.

That’s right, you can have a home-away-from-home, with your pets, personalised to your taste to give you a glimpse of luxury the whole year round.

So, without further ado, here’s everything you need to know about buying a caravan in Cornwall, to make taking that leap to your own space on the Cornish coast that little bit easier…

Why Cornwall?

One of the most important things to consider when buying a holiday home is the location. This is why Cornwall is an all-time favourite. With over 300 beaches, plenty of coastal walks and historic landmarks, the Cornish coast is dripping with discoveries and unlimited adventures.

Easily accessible by car or public transport, you can soak up the sun by the sea, explore woodlands and rolling hills, or learn new skills each time you visit.

Caravan ownership 101 – the first steps

Once you’ve chosen your location, and the specific holiday park at which you wish to reside, you’ll need to take the next steps in making sure it’s the perfect home-away-from-home for you and your family.

The plot you choose your caravan or lodge to sit on is of great importance, as you’ll want to check out the views, accessibility and how close you are to the included amenities. Keep in mind your budget, and choose from the huge variety of styles that offer an array of extras, from full sized kitchens, to en suites, to hot tubs.

The number of bedrooms you need is also something to consider, as many static caravans and lodges will sleep more people than there are bedrooms. For example, if you’re on a tighter budget, a two-bedroom property might be sufficient, as usually, the sofas will pull out to sleep even more guests.

Once you’ve chosen the style and size of your holiday home, you can think about décor, truly making your holiday home an escape of perfect luxury.

Things to remember

Despite all this, there are many things you’ll need to remember in addition to the obvious things. There will be pitch fees that you’ll need to add to your overall budget, as well as the costs of gas and electricity.

Also, if you want your caravan to have television, you may need to pay for Netflix subscriptions, for example.

There’s also the kitting out – as you’ll want bedding, towels and cutlery, so make sure to check if these are included in your initial purchase.

An investment

In addition, you could choose to rent out your holiday home. Many sites offer great buy-to-let options that will allow you to invest in your family’s future by potentially making money from your purchase.

Or, if you don’t want to rent out the property, putting your hard-earned cash into something as great as a holiday home, means that you’re securing memories and investing in the future of you and your family.

On-site entertainment

You’ll also want to consider the on-site entertainment, which you’ll get discounts on as a caravan owner. There are generally activities for all ages, including the likes of archery, surfing and discos.

You don’t have to cook all your meals for yourself either, as there are some great amenities on site so you can truly make the most of unlimited staycations.

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With all this in mind, you’re now ready to take your first steps into the great adventure of caravan ownership. So, will you be exploring Cornwall anytime soon?