Wherever and whenever you go, a holiday is always an exciting adventure, giving you the time to relax and recharge. But when choosing the perfect accommodation, with so many options and varieties available — from static caravans to luxurious lodges — it can be tricky to know where to start.
Luckily, we’re spoiled for choice if considering a staycation in the UK, with stunning locations up and down the country, boasting the most exquisite accommodation.
Nonetheless, we all sometimes need a little help choosing where to stay, so this article will guide you through some of the things to consider, to ensure you find the right holiday home for you.
1. Consider your budget
Affordability is probably one of the main questions you’re likely to have about holiday accommodations, and the first thing to consider. However, regardless of your budget, there’s sure to be a fantastic getaway just waiting for you, with the perfect property for your stay.
For example, if you’re conscious of your budget, you might consider a classic caravan, which has all the required amenities, and provides a comfortable stay, all with affordability in mind.
Or perhaps you’d prefer exclusive accommodation which you can splurge your budget on, and offers uniquely themed rooms, or the latest gizmos and gadgets. A stay in a luxury lodge may be the best option for you.
The price and range of accommodation for your budget will depend on your chosen holiday park operator. For example, if thinking about the holiday homes with Away Resorts, you can enjoy various different types of accommodation based on your budget — whether that’s indulging in a lodge with a hot tub, a log cabin with woodland views, or a cosy holiday home for the ultimate relaxation.
2. Choose your location
One of the most important things you’ll need to decide when choosing your holiday accommodation, is where you’d like it be. This is the base for your holiday, not only where you can spend time with each other and rest at night, but also take advantage of your surroundings, and the activities the area has to offer.
Perhaps you would enjoy epic views of the greatest forests the UK has to offer, with a holiday home in the New Forest, for example. On the other hand, you may want to take in the sea air, and book accommodation near the seaside.
You’ll also need to consider the facilities of the holiday park itself, where the caravan or lodge is situated. You may ask yourself, does it have a high-quality bar or restaurant, for example? Am I interested in the activities on offer? And does it have an outdoor and indoor swimming pool, or adventure playgrounds for the little ones?
If you’re looking for a place to escape, does the holiday park facilitate its own spa, for instance? Does the park allow for pets, so you can bring your four-legged friend along for a well-deserved getaway?
Knowing the answers to all these questions, will help you make your decision, and if the accommodation and location ticks all the boxes, then it may just be the right one for you.
3. The right type and size for you
As part of your plan, you’ll want to make sure your holiday accommodation provides a relaxing zone, for you and your partner, or your family. This means it will need enough space and bedrooms for your needs, as well as include any extras you might like, such as a hot-tub or top of the range TVs.
When choosing your holiday home, it’s worth consider the berth — which means the number of sleeping spaces it provides. If you’re looking to go away as a couple, you probably won’t need accommodation that caters for eight or more people. Likewise, if you’re going away as a family or as a large group of friends, you’ll want to make sure everyone has a place to sleep.
Once you’ve decided on size, you’ll then need to think about the type of accommodation. As previously mentioned, there are many varieties in the UK, depending on the holiday park, so you may find that a caravan suits you best for the type of holiday you wish to go on. On the other hand, a lodge may provide the atmosphere you’re looking for in a dream getaway.
4. Try before you buy
If you find the right holiday home for you, and think you may want to return again in the future, then it may just be the perfect opportunity to venture into ownership.
Buying a holiday home can be a great investment, as it gives you the flexibility and freedom to visit your favourite place and accommodation, time and time again. Plus, you could benefit from exclusive holiday home owner events and offers.
If you’ve sampled the caravan or lodge before as part of a holiday, and can envision yourself owning your very own holiday home, then the next step would be to arrange a second visit — but this time with the intention to purchase the holiday accommodation.
Take a look around the park again with a holiday home adviser, to really get a feel for the atmosphere, and help decide if you wish to purchase one. You can buy with confidence, knowing you’ve already enjoyed the accommodation, park and location.
With this handy guide, you can now begin to pick the best, and most suitable holiday accommodation for you, and perhaps even join the amazing owner community.
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