24 October 2024
Q: I’ve heard about the park home lifestyle as being a good retirement option but I don’t know a lot about it – what are the benefits and where can I find out more?
A growing number of people are choosing park home living, perhaps because of the choice, quality and high specifications that park homes are now required to meet. This along with the benefits of a more rural location and also the social benefits of living amongst neighbours who are of a similar age and circumstance, make it easy to see why park home living is now seriously considered as an alternative retirement choice.
Some of the benefits of living in a residential park home include:
- Financial – park homes generally cost less than bricks and mortar properties of a comparable size / location.
- Luxury park homes – choose your perfect home, fully furnished, from an extensive range – there’s also the option to bespoke tailor your home to your own requirements and taste.
- Choice of location – residential parks can be found in stunning locations throughout the UK.
- Security – many parks offer a secure gated environment for peace of mind.
- Community spirit – live alongside residents of a similar age and circumstance.
There’s plenty of easily accessible information available if you’re looking to find out more, and a good starting point is the Mobile Homes Act 2013 which can be found online at GOV.UK. Here you will find information specifically for park home residents on their rights and obligations under the Mobile Homes Act (such as buying a park home, site rules and residents associations).
Park home manufacturers can also give you all the information you need, not just on their homes but on the lifestyle too; they can also help in your search for a suitable park and make introductions. Another good resource is industry body the BH&HPA who have put together a handy guide – Park Home Living, Your Questions Answered.
Moving house is a big decision whether you’re looking at buying a traditional brick built property or considering the park home lifestyle so it’s worth doing some research and getting advice.
Find out more about Park Home Living