Buying a holiday caravan in Devon
Do you love going on a caravan holiday in Devon? Well you’re not alone! It is a favourite choice amongst Brits for a staycation and also for those travelling from further afield.
If caravan holidays in Devon are an annual tradition then you may have considered whether it could be a good idea to purchase your own caravan there.
Why Devon
If you are a regular to the county then you will know that Devon is best known for its coastal resorts with perfect places for surfing, sailing, rockpooling as well as the award winning beaches. If the beaches get too much then there is also the wilderness to explore in Exmoor and Dartmoor making Devon the perfect location for a caravan holiday.
Aside from the beautiful beaches and coastlines Devon is also home to the historic cities of Exeter and Plymouth where there is an abundance of things to keep you busy. With multiple music venues, bars and restaurants there is a very active nightlife if you prefer a change one evening from the relaxing coastlines.
What to consider before buying a holiday caravan in Devon
If you have ever thought about having your own retreat in a beautiful coastal location then purchasing a holiday caravan in Devon might be for you. What should you consider before purchasing your own static caravan?
1. Cost
You will need to weigh up the outright cost of purchasing a static caravan against the spend of your current caravan holidays in Devon. Do you spend enough on your current holidays to make such a large investment worthwhile? Over a long period of time you may be saving money but it could take a while until you start to see these savings make a difference so it is important to bear this in mind.
- Subletting
When you own a holiday caravan in Devon, it is unlikely that you will be able to stay there all year round meaning that most of the time it will be empty. During this time it would make economical sense to sublet the caravan. This can be another source of income and go towards helping to pay off the cost of the caravan. However along with subletting there will also be additional costs such as the cleaning and maintenance between each new set of guests staying that you will have to factor in. If you live far away, it may not be possible for you to do this yourself, making it more expensive, which is an extra responsibility that you do not normally have to consider.
3. Flexibility
Owning your own holiday caravan in Devon is going to give you some more flexibility with timings when you want to get away as you will not have to worry about booking in advance. Owning your own caravan means that you can make a quick decision to go on holiday, providing you are not subletting it. However, although you get the flexibility with dates and ability to make quick plans to go away, you may feel restricted with location. Once you make an investment into a static caravan it may limit your ability to visit other places in the UK or go abroad as you may feel that you are not making the most out of your investment.
If you regularly have caravan holidays in Devon then it could be a good idea to purchase your own caravan in the county as a long term investment, however this is a big decision and should only be taken with careful consideration and research.