The idea of our blog is to use it to provide you with plenty of handy tips on how to get the very best out of your holiday home.
We're kicking off with a question that we're always being asked which is "How do I stop mice and other rodents getting into my Static Caravan?".
Here are our top tips :
- Bounce Sheets - the smell deters them
- Block any hole larger than the size of a pencil
- Check all your service points (gas, electricity, water) both inside and out of your caravan and cover with fine mesh gauze if you can.
- Cover all plastic pipework with a fine gauze- mice seem to love having a chew on plastic!
- If you're not going to be using your holiday home for a while then try to remove as many soft furnishings such as cushions, bedding etc. Mice love to make a nest in comfy materials.
- Ensure your holiday home is kept clean and all rubbish removed.
- When your holiday home is going to be vacant for a while remove any food stuffs that might prove a tasty snack or place in storage boxes.
- Ensure waste water outlets are closed as our long tailed friends can sneak in this way.
- Use an ultrasonic indoor rodent deterrent, these give off a sound that humans are unable to hear but repel mice and rats.
- If all else fails.... get a CAT!
Do any of you know of any that we've missed? If so, we'd love to read your comments below.
Brean Country Club is an exclusive gated development of holiday homes and is renowned for its exceptional luxury lodge living experience and proudly announces an exclusive promotion tailored for those seeking the epitome of luxury living combined with urban mobility. In partnership with Howards Motor Group in Weston-Super-Mare, the park is delighted to introduce an exciting offer from March 21st, 2024, until May 31st, 2024: customers who embrace the luxurious lifestyle by purchasing a Twin Lodge at Brean Country Club Lodge will receive a complimentary Citroën Ami.
The April Show is an event held by Surf Bay Leisure between the 10th and 12th of April. This event is the caravan and lodge show, we host this event to allow people that are due an upgrade or wish to make their first purchase have a look around and ask questions in a stress-free environment.
Individuals are given the opportunity to not only look and ask about caravans but also speak to park owners. This allows buyers to make an informed choice around the lifestyle they will lead for the next 10 -15 years.
Individuals are given the opportunity to not only look and ask about caravans but also speak to park owners. This allows buyers to make an informed choice around the lifestyle they will lead for the next 10 -15 years.
Decking for your static caravan can be made from a few different materials but no matter the material they are all made to a high standard. The standards for decking especially around statics need to be high as these homes away from home can take a serious beating by the weather, especially on the southwestern coast.
Here at Surf Bay Leisure, we are excited to be hosting another April show and it is right around the corner! Head down with the family to see the latest and greatest from our three manufacturers (ABI, Swift and Atlas) and maybe find your new holiday home.
What is the lifespan of a Static Caravan?
The lifespan of a Static Caravan can vary, however, like with most things if it is looked after and properly maintained then you could expect the static caravan to reach up to 30 or more years on private land. Parks will generally ask for it to be upgraded around the 15-year mark to keep the park looking appealing and safe.
The lifespan of a Static Caravan can vary, however, like with most things if it is looked after and properly maintained then you could expect the static caravan to reach up to 30 or more years on private land. Parks will generally ask for it to be upgraded around the 15-year mark to keep the park looking appealing and safe.
Location:
What is the ideal location? This varies from person to person, but it is important to consider what makes a holiday special to you, is it being near stunning coastlines like you might find in Tintagel or would you prefer to be surrounded by the countryside like you might find near Winkleigh. Luckily if you enjoy both these things then the Southwest has it covered. The sea and countryside are never more than a 30-minute drive away from each other.
What is the ideal location? This varies from person to person, but it is important to consider what makes a holiday special to you, is it being near stunning coastlines like you might find in Tintagel or would you prefer to be surrounded by the countryside like you might find near Winkleigh. Luckily if you enjoy both these things then the Southwest has it covered. The sea and countryside are never more than a 30-minute drive away from each other.
Buying a static caravan in the southwest of England can offer many benefits, and even more so if you enjoy frequently darting off on holiday! Here are some reasons to consider grabbing your slice of paradise.
Devons Marine Life
If you enjoy the wonders of the natural world then this is the blog for you! Lets explore the weird and wonderful things that you could encounter beneath the picturesque waves this summer.
If you enjoy the wonders of the natural world then this is the blog for you! Lets explore the weird and wonderful things that you could encounter beneath the picturesque waves this summer.
Winter storms have been relentless across Devon and Cornwall over the last few months, and this was followed by a vicious tide that has now exposed a slice of history previously hidden beneath the waves. The wreck of the three ships is a stern reminder of the perils that sailors of the past had to undertake. The ships in question all sank around 130 years ago and their stories are etched into the sands of Carbis Bay.
The Eden Sessions
Cornwall is known for its stunning natural landscapes, but did you know that Cornwall also has a massive music scene? Cornwall has always been a big place for music and some of the earliest discovered ‘dance music’ manuscripts were believed to be from around 1750 – 1850. It is believed that this music spanned the classes and was generally enjoyed by all.
Cornwall is known for its stunning natural landscapes, but did you know that Cornwall also has a massive music scene? Cornwall has always been a big place for music and some of the earliest discovered ‘dance music’ manuscripts were believed to be from around 1750 – 1850. It is believed that this music spanned the classes and was generally enjoyed by all.