FAQ: Can I live in my holiday home?
No, your holiday home cannot be your primary residence. Proof of address must be shown at the time of purchase and you must vacate your property during our winter closure each year.
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How many people can stay in my holiday home?
This will be determined by your specific holiday home. We kindly ask you not to exceed this number.
How are utilities charged?
Utilities are not included in your annual site fees. We bill for water, sewage and waste disposal and electric twice a year in January and September. All homes are individually metered.
Only a small number of our holiday homes have mains gas, the majority have gas bottles. Replacement gas bottles can be purchased on-site.
What do you need from me in order to buy a holiday home?
You will need to provide a copy of your primary address and photo ID. Before moving into your holiday home you will need to provide a copy of your insurance documents.
Can I upgrade my holiday home?
Yes, absolutely. You are more than welcome to upgrade your holiday home to a newer or larger home at any point during your Site Licence Agreement at Merley House Holiday Park. In fact, many of our existing owners have upgraded to newer models after initially purchasing a pre-owned holiday home.
Please pop into reception to discuss your options with one of our friendly team.
Can I sublet my holiday home?
No, we do not permit subletting at Merley House Holiday Park.
Can I choose my own caravan for a vacant pitch?
If our holiday homes for sale are not what you’re looking for, we can order a different model direct from the manufacturer. This will give you the flexibility to choose the perfect home to meet your needs.
We have an excellent working relationship with all the leading manufacturers and will happily liaise with them on your behalf. You will be kept involved every step of the way.
What is the process of buying a holiday home?
The process of buying a holiday home is relatively simple in comparison to buying a bricks and mortar property.
- Visit Merley House Holiday Park for a tour – we will show you our available holiday homes and pitches
- If you select a home that is already on park, you will need to pay a deposit, provide proof of address, ID and a copy of your holiday home insurance. If everything is in order you can move into your home straight away, after settling the outstanding balance. It usually takes around 2 weeks to complete this process.
- If you would like to order a specific home direct from the manufacturer you will first need to select your pitch. We will then sit with you to help you look though available options and select a home that meets your needs. Lead times vary depending on manufacturers.
Will I need a tv licence to watch tv in my holiday home?
The TV licence at your primary address covers usage in your holiday home.
What types of holiday homes do you have at Merley House?
We have a selection of holiday homes, lodges and chalets for sale at Merley House Holiday Park in Wimborne. All of our homes come from leading manufacturers with excellent warranties (applicable to new-homes only).
We will work with you to help you find the perfect holiday home to suit your needs.
How long is the License Agreement at Merley House Holiday Park?
Holiday homes come with a 15-year Licence Agreement, whereas lodges come with a 30-year agreement.
At the end of your License Agreement, you can either upgrade your home, or move it offsite. Providing your holiday home is maintained to a high standard you can also or extended your term by another 10 or 20 years.