Peace of Mind with Approved by Haven

Haven have taken steps to alleviate any concerns about buying a ‘pre-loved’ holiday home on one of their 34 UK parks with their new ‘Approved by Haven’ scheme.

Not only are they offering an extensive ‘100 point’ check to make sure absolutely everything works properly and looks good they are also giving new holiday home owners the benefit of a 30 day money back guarantee if they’re not happy.

A spokesperson for Haven said, ‘ Buying a pre-owned caravan can be a fantastic introduction to the holiday home lifestyle but we appreciate that some people might be anxious that everything should look good and work properly – in much the same way that they would be reassured that a car has been thoroughly serviced before purchase.’

The 100 point check includes everything from taps to light switches, crockery to door handles – and if something doesn’t work it’s either fixed or replaced. Even the upholstery is either approved or renewed and the pitch checked and cleaned before your new home is sited.

An Approved caravan comes with a comprehensive one year free of charge warranty that covers all the important elements of the holiday home such as the boiler, the gas fire and the plumbing.

Buying a pre-owned caravan can be a cost effective way to discover whether this is a lifestyle option that you’ll enjoy with starter homes from less than £12,000 at selected parks. But Haven say that it’s not just the less expensive holiday homes that are guaranteed under the ‘Approved’ scheme – they have an extensive choice available at all prices levels right through to more luxurious models that come complete with free standing furniture, double-glazing, central heating and en-suite bathrooms.

Prices vary depending on model and location. Typically a 2007 ABI Sunrise, sleeping a family of four at Marton Mere near Blackpool will cost around £15,000 whilst a three bedroom 2008 Willerby Vacation at Perran Sands in Cornwall is currently available for sale at £25,296. A top of the range Atlas Ovation Super at Far Grange in North Yorkshire offers luxury and comfort for around £50,000.

Purchasing a new holiday home is no more complicated than buying a car, with no mortgage, legal fees or stamp duty to worry about. Haven offer flexible finance options and generally include the first years site fees and insurance in the cost of the holiday home.

For more information about buying a holiday home with Haven click on www.ukholidayhomesales.co.uk or call 0871 230 1299.

Notes to Editor:
The ‘Approved by Haven’ accreditation ensures that all pre-owned Holiday Homes come with the following guarantee:
• 100 point check
• Finance for everyone
• Comprehensive 1 Year Warranty
• 30 Day Money back guarantee
• Interior Refurbishment
• Pitch Condition

8th August 2011

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Seaside holiday homes from less than £12k

Seaside homes for less than £12,000

Following recent news that coastal properties have dramatically increased in cost over the last decade, Haven are bucking the trend by offering seaside holiday homes for less than £12,000.

The Halifax bank recently released figures stating that the cost of owning a home by the sea has more than doubled with the biggest price hikes seen in Cornwall, the Lake District and Tenby in West Wales. The average cost of a house in Sandbanks in Dorset is quoted at well in excess of £500,000 with Padstow in Cornwall the second most expensive place to buy.

A spokesperson for Haven said, ‘Many people dream of escaping to a bolt-hole by the sea but for most of us the cost of traditional bricks and mortar makes owning one prohibitive. Our holiday homes offer an affordable alternative without the stress of buying a house – purchasing a holiday home on one of our Parks is no more difficult than buying a car. There are no legal fees, mortgages to arrange, stamp duty or purchasing chains to contend with – you can enjoy all the benefits of a seaside retreat within a matter of weeks.’

Even the famous view across Poole Harbour is shared by Haven’s Rockley Park –at a fraction of the cost whilst the company’s Kiln Park Holiday Park is just a gentle seaside stroll from Tenby offering all the benefits of the location without the price-tag.

Haven’s prices range from as little as £11,995 for a pre-owned holiday home on Golden Sands, near Mablethorpe to around £140,000 for a premium home with a view at Rockley Park .

Above prices include your first season site fees but you’ll need to budget for future site fees, insurance and ongoing costs. The great news is the holiday homes are ready to move into with furniture and fully-equipped kitchens (right down to the knives and forks !). They also offer a range of additional lifestyle benefits including health suites, fishing, golf and a welcoming social environment. Facilities vary from park to park so check the website (www.havenholidayhomes.com) for details.

31st May 2011

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The ‘Swift Family Retreat’ puts kids first

Available exclusively on 34 Haven parks around the UK, the ‘Swift Family Retreat’ holiday home has been designed very much (as the name suggests!) with families in mind.

Haven have seen a significant increase in interest from families looking for affordable holiday homes and worked closely with the manufacturers to produce a caravan that would meet their needs. They say, ‘ We’ve invested in first class facilities on our Parks and offer a wide range of activities and entertainment to appeal to all ages. Whilst ALL our holiday homes are suitable for families we wanted to offer people something that has been truly designed to put kids first!’

With a large open plan lounge, kitchen and diner and three bedrooms accommodating up to eight people the caravan is ideal for larger families – or provides plenty of space for the children to bring along a friend. The twin bedrooms have been cunningly designed for maximum use with a stow-away bed in one and a fold-away bunk in the other – whilst the master bedroom benefits from that all-important ensuite loo!

Stain resistant upholstery (it promises you can mop up with a baby wipe!) , lots of storage, extra durable finishes throughout, teenage friendly TV and game connections in the bedrooms and lockable bike racks on the exterior all combine to make this a great choice.

Haven say, ‘We’re delighted with the outcome. It’s also been manufactured to a very high spec with well insulated walls and floors and attractive, contemporary fittings. We’re confident that it will prove very popular with holiday home owners on our Parks .’

The Swift is available exclusively on Haven parks and will be available to view from April 16th. Prices start at £24995 depending on location. Call 0870 165 0154 or click on www.havenholidayhomes.com for more details.

15th April 2011

Own your own holiday home for less than £8000!

If you’re tempted by holiday home ownership but still haven’t taken the plunge, Haven have come up with an offer that will let you dip your toes in the water without breaking the bank.

This season they are offering new Owners the chance to buy their own caravan holiday home from less than £8000.

Haven are one of the biggest providers of affordable holiday homes in the country with around 24,000 Owners enjoying regular and extended breaks at their parks.

Already this year they have reported a ‘significant’ increase in enquiries from people interested in having a “bolthole by the sea” compared to the same period in 2010. Factors believed to have boosted the interest in UK breaks are the high price of fuel and fears of possible flight disruption for holidays abroad.

A spokesperson for Haven said, “We’ve experienced an unprecedented interest in purchasing caravan holiday homes with enquiries up by more than 55% compared to the same period in 2010. We want to meet the needs of new customers with an affordable introductory offer which will allow people to experience the benefits of holiday home ownership without it breaking the bank.’

Haven offer a wide choice of locations all around the UK and a great social life combined with the satisfaction of owning your very own home from home. Most Owners live within easy driving distance of their chosen park and make regular use of their holiday home during the season.

Owners have access to exclusive facilities, lounges, gyms and even spas and swimming pools on some parks – as well as regular social events and activities at no extra cost.

The introductory offer to buy a comfortable, well-cared for pre-owned home offers all the benefits of holiday home ownership and starts from just £7995. And there’s plenty of choice available for holiday homes sleeping up to six people with two or three bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen/dining area and comfortable wrap-around lounge furniture.

Available at a choice of 32 Haven parks around the UK, prices may vary depending on style and location. Holiday homes on offer include a two bedroom Atlas Mirage at Golden Sands, near Mablethorpe in Lincolnshire at £7995; a Willerby Vacation at £10,995 at Primrose Valley on the North Yorkshire Coast; an Atlas Sahara at The Orchards near St Osyth in Essex at £10,995 and a BK Savannah at Devon Cliffs near Exmouth for £11995.

Click on www.ukholidayhomesales.co.uk for details and to arrange a viewing. You will need to budget for site fees, insurance and running costs.

29th March 2011

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Changing Caravans

Haven Holidays have linked with Anna Ryder Richardson, former star of the popular makeover programme ‘Changing Rooms’, to show how a few personal touches can transform a caravan.

Anna, who was renowned for her bold use of colour in the popular TV series, took up Haven’s challenge to inject extra life and style into the holiday homes offered for sale at their 34 Parks around the UK.

Haven say, ‘Our caravans come fully fitted with lounge and dining furniture, a well-equipped kitchen and built in beds. They are ready to move into immediately but a few finishing touches make all the difference.’

With cushions, throws, bed-linen, kitchen equipment, crockery and a few accessories such as candles, dried flowers and bowls of pot pourri the caravan was ‘madeover’ into an instantly attractive ‘home from home’.

Anna said, ‘The makeover was such a lot of fun. I was brought up on caravanning holidays but hadn’t realised just how spacious and comfortable static caravans have become. My children would love this!’

Since leaving the programme and embarking on a new life running her own sustainable wildlife park in Wales, Anna’s taste in design has taken on the more natural eco-friendly shades which featured predominantly in her caravan makeover.

She said, ‘ I especially love the curly cushions in natural creams, although I couldn’t resist adding towels with bright accent colours in the shower-room.’

All the additional touches were supplied by HomeBase. New holiday home owners who would like to get the ‘Anna Ryder Richardson’ touch will be able to purchase the accessories as a complete kit.

For more information about holiday home ownership on one of Haven’s 34 UK Parks call 0871 230 1299 or click on www.havenholidayhomes.com.

Haven are currently running a competition to win an ABI St David holiday home (image below). Visit www.havenholidayhomes.com/abicompetition to enter.

21st March 2011

ABI St David three bedroom caravan available for sale at around £43,239 (based on Kiln Park in Wales).

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Anna Ryder Richardson Re-decorates Kiln Park

Anna Ryder Richardson was at Haven Holidays’ Kiln Park this week to launch a new look for caravan styling.

Haven have linked with the former star of Changing Rooms to demonstrate how a few personal touches can transform a caravan. With cushions, throws, bed-linen, kitchen equipment and a few finishing touches such as candles, dried flowers and other accessories the caravan was madeover into an instantly attractive ‘home from home’.

All the additional touches were supplied by HomeBase. New and existing holiday home owners at Kiln Park who would like to get the ‘Anna Ryder Richardson’ touch will be able to purchase the accessories as a complete kit.

Andy Such, the new General Manager at Kiln Park, who took over the role in January, was delighted that the new caravan makeover kits were launched at Kiln Park. He said ‘We had a lot of fun making the caravans look so welcoming and I’m sure new and potential Owners will love Anna’s style.’

The new styling will be rolled out to all of Haven Holidays’ 34 family holiday parks around the UK. For more information on holiday home ownership at Kiln Park or nearby Lydstep Bay call 0871 230 1299 or click on www.havenholidayhomes.com