Frequently asked questions about ownership

If you’ve found a lodge you’re interested in or have questions about lodge ownership in general, get in touch using the ownership enquiry form. We’ll get back to you with all the answers and info. If you’d rather speak directly to a member of the team, call us on 01208 503179. When you’re ready to take the next step, we’ll arrange a visit to St Mabyn for you, where you can take a good look round before you make a commitment.

You certainly can! Submit an ownership enquiry form or call us on 01208 503179. We’ll have a chat and give you some more details and then get a visit arranged for you. At St Mabyn, you can chat to the team, who will show you around and talk about all your options for ownership. Then you can take time to wander round on your own to get a good sense of life on our peaceful park.

Sorry! We can’t accept holiday lodges from other parks. However, we can explore the options for part exchange of your current lodge to help you purchase your holiday lodge at St Mabyn.

We’re in a peaceful and picturesque corner of Cornwall and we know we’re biased, but we love it here and we think you will too. It has all the benefits of being slightly off the beaten track while being close enough to the coast and to many of Cornwall’s most popular attractions, such as the Eden Project and Poldark country. On the park, there’s a friendly community of owners and we get to know you quickly, making sure you have everything you need when you’re here. Come and see what you think. We don’t do the pushy sales thing; we let the park speak for itself. If you love it as much as we do, that’s wonderful. If you decide it’s not for you, that’s not a problem.

It’s a lovely, low-key life at St Mabyn. We are not one of those big resorts with keep fit classes every morning and entertainment shows every night. If your idea of heaven is a luxury lodge in peaceful rural location with a few friendly neighbors, St Mabyn is for you. We have a small reception team looking after you, space for the children to play, and woodland walks to keep the dog happy. There’s an EV charging point onsite and the rest is up to you. Sit back, enjoy the sound of the birdsong and relax into Cornwall country life.

St Mabyn is the ideal location for owning a lodge if you are a walker. There are plenty of satisfying local walks in and around the village and we’re close to Bodmin Moor, the Camel Trail and the South West Coast Path. We’re close to the beach too; dune-backed Daymer Beach is a favourite with our owners and guests, as well as Polzeath and Fistral Bay for the surfers. Within a short drive, you can visit the Eden Project, Lanhydrock Gardens and the Lost Gardens of Heligan, as well as Bodmin Jail, Jamaica Inn and Tintagel Castle.

We have a range of holiday lodges to suit different budgets and requirements. You can choose a pre-owned or a brand-new lodge, and you also have some flexibility on the layout of your lodge. For added luxury, you can include a private outdoor hot tub. We’ll talk you though all your options so you can choose the perfect lodge for you and your family.

Yes, you can upgrade once you bought your holiday lodge at St Mabyn. To make this option even easier, we can offer you a part-exchange deal on your current lodge when you buy a new one.

At St Mabyn, we have an 11-month season, which begins on 7 February and ends on 6 January the following year. You can stay in your holiday lodge at any time and for as long as you want between those dates.

During the one-month period from 7 January to 6 February each year, you can stay in your lodge at weekends, from 5pm on Friday to 9am on Monday, but not during the week.

No, you can’t use your holiday lodge as a permanent residence.

Yes, of course, that’s half the fun of being here. All your guests are welcome, up to the accommodation capacity of your caravan. If you want to invite a crowd and you don’t have enough beds, let us know because we can arrange a discount booking rate for them on other available lodges.

Pets are welcome at St Mabyn; we know they are part of the family and we make them part of our St Mabyn family too. Keep the dog on a lead around the park and use the dog exercise area to walk them. Do make sure you clean up after them and use the bins provided. If you decide you want to offer your lodge to let for holiday guests, offer it as pet friendly.

We understand that things change all the time and there may come a time when you decide to leave us. If this is the case, we work with you to make the process of selling as smooth as possible, showing you all your options and giving you all the information you need to make the best decision for you.

When you buy a new holiday lodge, it has a 12-month warranty. The terms of the warranty can vary depending upon the lodge manufacturer so if you have a specific lodge in mind, ask for all the details to make sure you are happy with everything the warranty covers.

Yes, you will need to make sure your lodge is comprehensively covered. This includes liability insurance if you are going to let your lodge. The cost of your insurance will vary, depending upon your provider and the size, location and other aspects of your lodge. It’s worth obtaining some comparative quotes and we can recommend one of our trusted providers if you would like that. We will need to see your up-to-date insurance certificate each year as part of our due diligence.

Yes, you will need to keep your holiday lodge well maintained and in good repair. This couldn’t be easier with our maintenance and repair team, always on hand when you need them, offering a great service to lodge owners. The team can sort most things out, from cleaning the carpets to fixing the boiler, leaving you to simply enjoy your lodge.

The beauty of buying a holiday lodge at St Mabyn is that there’s always someone here keeping an eye on it and on the park security in general, so you can relax when you’re not here, knowing its being looked after.

The cost of buying a lodge at St Mabyn varies depending on which lodge you choose - new or used, how many bedrooms, the location of the lodge and more. But with prices starting at just £XXXX, you can be sure to find something that suits you and works with your budget.

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The running costs are much like those you have in your home - gas and electricity, water rates and other variable expenses. In addition, you need to consider the annual pitch fees and the cost of insuring your lodge. Find out more about the ongoing costs on the link below. We can also give you some typical scenarios to help with your planning.

It’s quite important to understand that owning a holiday lodge isn’t a financial investment with returns. It’s about choosing the lifestyle you want, and the ‘return’ on your investment is in your own wellbeing. Renting out your holiday lodge to guests during your absence can help cover some of your ongoing expenses; however, this income is not assured.

Yes, many of our owners let their holiday lodges when they are not using them. We have a letting service that handles everything to save you from any headaches. This can generate extra funds but it’s not a dependable income so don’t build it into your financial plans.

We don’t offer finance terms at St Mabyn, so you will need to consider how you will raise funds to buy your lodge. This could mean using your savings or arranging a bank loan.