About your holiday home

Can I let out my lodge out privately to holidaymakers?

No, you can only let your holiday home out to other holidaymakers via our fully managed subletting service. Please ask for details as part of the purchasing process and our team will talk you through it all.

What’s included in the price of my holiday home?

All Charteroak® holiday homes are fully furnished and ready to be let out to holidaymakers, or for you to start enjoying. All your appliances will be installed and a furnished deck area is provided so you can enjoy the outdoor surroundings from day one.  An inventory including small appliances, crockery and cutlery is also included. There are optional hot tubs available with selected holiday homes at our Cornwall parks and Stafford Moor, all included within the price; and holiday homes with EV charging points already installed are also available at our Cornwall parks.

Does my holiday home come with a warranty?

Brand new holiday homes are sold with a 10 year warranty.

Can I sublet my lodge and what are the benefits?

Yes, to help cover the costs of your holiday home you can join our managed subletting service, we will let your lodge, chalet, or holiday bungalow, to other holidaymakers when you are not using it. We will take care of the entire process for you, securing bookings, completing changeovers, taking care of any necessary maintenance and ensuring your guests receive a wonderful welcome and service, so that they are ready to book again.  You will have nothing to worry about and you’ll receive monthly payments for your bookings. If you’re happy to share your holiday home with others, then it’s a great way to offset some of your running costs.

Do you offer Guaranteed Rental Income?

We are currently offering 8% Guaranteed Rental Income on all holiday homes.  The Guaranteed Rental Income scheme covers a period of three years and gives you peace of mind through knowing how much income to expect and when you will receive the funds in your bank account.   A number of your annual running costs are also covered including insurance, utility bills, TV and broadband, hot tub maintenance, linen and cleaning (excluding when you use your holiday home), annual site fees, rental commission and our maintenance programme. At the end of the three years you will be given the option of joining our fully managed subletting service.

What are the running costs for a typical lodge? 

Running costs typically include annual site fees, which vary depending on the park, chosen holiday home and positioning.  Site fees at Charteroak® start from £4,500 plus VAT per annum.  You will also need to pay non-domestic rates which are billed in line with council tax (please note you do not pay council tax).  Electricity is metered and paid quarterly, as too are water and gas.  You will also need to buy an annual insurance policy.

How long is a typical licence?

The licence length will depend on your chosen park and holiday home.  At our Cornwall parks and Stafford Moor we offer a 99 year licence with our luxury lodges and at Manleigh Park a 50 year licence.  The holiday bungalows and chalets are all sold with a 75 year lease.

Do I have to pay council tax and stamp duty?

No as this is your holiday home there is no council tax or stamp duty to pay. Just the annual running costs associated with owning a holiday home. 

Funding your holiday home

Does Charteroak® provide finance if needed?

We don’t offer finance options but there are several specialist approved brokers that offer finance packages for holiday homes. Find out more about financing your holiday home here.