by The reasons for buying a static caravan vary. Some select their caravan, the site, and the overall presentation of the caravan as their very own home from home – adding all the finishing touches and details that they need to maximise the comfort of their unit.
Others invest in a static caravan for sale as a rental unit – something that they can do up and then rent out either as a short-term holiday let or as a long-term rental opportunity.
Others still choose to bridge the two and rent out their caravan when they’re not using it themselves.
It’s the latter two buyer pools that we are talking to in this article, as we share advice on how to decorate and dress a static caravan that you are going to rent out – making it welcoming but also neutral and widely accessible.
Appliances and Practical Features
The first place you need to start when looking to rent out a static caravan, is its design and layout, accessibility, the facilities and appliances available, and how practical the space is.
This means considering the entire guest journey from arrival on site to entering the caravan or lodge, looking at lighting and accessibility, and how easy it is to find the key and access the caravan.
Having fully working bathroom and kitchen facilities is a must, with regular kitchen appliances including a kettle, toaster, cooker, and fridge all considered necessities. With a caravan which is marketed for its location and outside space, having a BBQ is another highly recommended feature to include.
Decorative Accessories and Details
This is where it becomes more difficult, especially for those who bridge renting out their caravan with using it themselves.
The default is often to fill a holiday home with items that you use and that you like having around you, making it a real home from home. However, when it comes to making your static caravan an accessible holiday home for others, it’s important to make the space open, inviting, and welcoming for all guests.
As such, limiting personal details and keeping your décor and finishing touches very neutral is crucial. This allows each guest to feel at home rather than feeling like they are staying in someone else’s house.
Final Touches to Boost Good Reviews
This is where you elevate your static caravan from a functional shell to a holiday home or rental that people will want to come back to year after year.
Of course, location and the views / outside spaces will play a role in boosting good reviews and exciting visitors. However, you can take this to the next level by filling the caravan with local treats and details, adding maps and footpath routes for guests to enjoy, and a book full of details on how to make best use of the site and the area.
We hope this helps – and allows you to make money on your static caravan investment!
