Park Homes: 7 reasons for choosing a Park Home lifestyle
If you’re thinking of ‘downsizing’ your living arrangements, then a Park Home could be the ideal answer for you.
Here are seven great reasons for choosing a Park Home lifestyle:
1. Park Homes are Affordable
Park Homes are very affordable, and often significantly cheaper than buying a traditional home. The Park or Lifestyle Village usually takes care of major site maintenance which means you get to spend your time and money on your hobbies or travel instead!
2. Luxury
I bet “luxury” didn’t cross your mind when thinking about Park Homes did it? Well today’s modern Park Homes often come with plush carpeting, wooden floors, modern fixtures and spacious designs making them very comfortable residences.
And the Parks and Villages are also changing to meet the needs of active retirees. Fancy a swim in the heated pool? What about keeping fit by using the onsite fully-equipped gymnasium? Relax and socialise in the Clubhouse. Learn a new hobby or skill by doing activities in the Community Centre.
3. Appearance
One of the attractions of a Park Home Village is that there is maintenance of the grounds, and rules about the appearance of properties. Generally these rules are reasonable and serve to make the appearance of the Park a pleasure for all those who live there.
4. Sssshh
Hear that? Its quiet…
Lets face it, most people have loved and raised kids, but sometimes you want to live in a quieter environment. Living in a Park Home village is an adult-community, usually for people aged “over 55?.
5. Security
Many Park Homes and Lifestyle Villages are ‘gated’ with security entry and fencing around the Park which keeps you safe and crime levels low.
6. Community
It’s wonderful to live where you know your neighbours and you share common interests. A well-designed Park Home allows connections with like-minded people to be made easily. Many Parks and Villages also have a Clubhouse or Community Centre for residents to socialise and take up group activities. Its easy to stay active and interested in your community and make new friends.
7. Lock up and leave
The world is a big place and if you enjoy travelling then being able to simply “lock up and leave” your Park Home while you roam the world on your travels is a great benefit. You won’t need to worry about who will collect the mail; look after the gardens; and check on the house. You just need to make sure you’ve packed your bags and have your passport and your camera!
If you’re looking to downsize but still want all of the above amenities in your next home, then maybe a Park Home is what you are looking for. You may be pleasantly surprised by what you see!