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Advice on ‘draining down’ a Holiday Home

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For those who prefer holidaying at home in the summer months, here is some advice on how a drain down of your holiday home would be beneficial over the winter months.

As the big freeze descends  over the country and temperatures start to fall, no-one should be worrying about the possibilities of a burst pipe or avoidable damage that frost can cause whilst unoccupied.

The easiest way to stop this from occurring is the process called a ‘Drain Down’ . This is the process of removing all water from your system and making sure there is no possibility for freezing.

How to Drain Down a Holiday Home.

This can be undertaken for a fee by a local tradesman or by yourself.

First address your manufacturers handbook for guidance about your system. Next locate your stopcock, as this stops the main water supply to your caravan or lodge. It’s essential to start your ‘Drain Down’ by turning this off.

The process from this point is systematically emptying the water.

  • Empty toilets cisterns, pipes and any standing water, to prevent freezing and cracking. Make sure valves are tied up so they don’t fill up again. Turn on all taps to allow for any residual water to leave the system.
  • Drain residual water from radiators.
  • Pour a small amount of non-toxic antifreeze or salt into sinks and basins, this just gives added help to stop pipes freezing.
  • Anything you are not sure on, consult the park maintenance team or a tradesmen who deals with Holiday Homes frequently.
  • Make sure you leave window trickle vents open so there is constant air-flow throughout your holiday home to allow moisture to escape. Another tip is also to leave internal doors ajar to allow for further air circulation.
  • Remove all water from any exterior tap pipes and you can cover them for extra protection from frost.

Lakeside Holiday Park garden party

Anything else to tick off the list?

To prevent cold weather damage even further, whilst you’re away from your beloved Holiday home, see our checklist on the simple tips and hacks. Putting these handy things in place to will ensure the winter months fly by without any damage, giving you peace of mind. Click here to see what else you can do!

Top tips for preparing your Holiday Home for Winter

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The Big Freeze is Back!

Yes, it’s that time of year again, when everything is covered in a smattering of frost, all sparkly and picture postcard perfect. A great time to get the fires roaring and get all snuggled up.

To keep this winter stress free here are some tips to make sure your Holiday Home is winter proof this year!

Not in your Holiday Home this winter?

Preventing pipes from bursting.

The one thing we all dread in winter, the possibility of a water pipe bursting when you just want to relax and snuggle up. With a few easy fixes, this possibility can soon be a thing of the past.

1. Insulate external or exposed pipes – simple but effective, this keeps the metal from coming into contact with the freezing air keeping the pipes at a constant temperature.This also stops heat loss making your holiday home more efficient.

2. Keep your Holiday Home at a minimum temperature of 5-12 degrees celsius at all times when possible, allowing air temperature to circulate above freezing.

3. For those choosing to leave holidaying for the summer months,  a ‘drain down’ is recommended.  Making sure when you get back to your Holiday Home, there is no unexpected occurrences that could have been prevented the previous winter.

This can be done by the owner or by caravan specialists. For more information on why this is beneficial click here!

Controlling excess moisture / condensation.

Condensation or excess moisture build up is mainly due to air flow or lack of it and temperature regulation.

With most lodges and caravans being predominantly double glazed and central heated this shouldn’t be too much of a problem, however here are some simple hacks to keep the moisture under control

1. Salt – yes that condiment we all will probably use daily is a great absorber. Adding a bowl of rock or flaked salt to a room or an affected area, (ie the window) will soak up extra moisture. A simple and effective hack.

For a standard option, Moisture traps or dehumidifiers can be bought to combat added moisture over the winter months.

2. Increase Air flow – Again another simple but useful tip. Moisture build up is predominantly down to lack of the moist air being able to escape. Just making sure your ventilation isn’t obstructed. Another option is to simply leave internal doors ajar allowing air to circulate.

Tackling these main culprits is the easiest way to ensure your Holiday Home is protected over the winter months. Why not give yourself peace of mind so you can sit back and relax.
Why buy in winter

Why buy a lodge or caravan in Winter?

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Now the days are getting shorter and the weather getting colder, holidaying in the UK could be the last thing on your mind. Here at Coastline Leisure, the change in weather doesn’t stop us from finding you the perfect holiday home.

So why buy in Winter?

Why buy in winter

Picture Postcard views

We have to say that all three of our parks are picture postcard indeed!

With stunning woodland views, to crisp lakeside vistas, each park has a view which is sure to take your breath away.

Exploring the park through a particular season will help you truly gauge what it’s like for you to be at a specific park. Brave the cold, come and experience the park at winter. We’ll put the kettle on!

As well as the breath taking views, you can also see what the holiday homes are truly like in winter.

What it feels like to be on the parks in winter and how each holiday home will perform, feel and react.

If you choose to visit in person. Our helpful sales team on each park can answer all questions about all you need to know about owning a holiday home in winter.

Some food for thought!

1.All of our are lodges built to British structural standards. All walls are 5 inches thick as well as central heating and double glazing. These lodges can withstand all of the British weather that will be thrown its way.

2. Most our Caravans depending on the model, come with gas or electric fires to get all snuggled up in a lovely warm living space this winter. Each caravan is insulated adding that extra warmth.

End of Season Sale!

The GREAT thing about Winter is the legendary Coastline End of Season Sale!

As we have transitioned into the off season, many parks go into close down. But not at Coastline Leisure, all the parks are open 12 months a year. Holiday whenever you wish. Our End of Season sale is in full swing! Check it here!

So let’s beat the winter blues and plan for a cosy winter AND 2019 holiday today! Always good to have a holiday to look forward too!
Coastline Leisure infographic for tips on purchasing a brand new lodge?

Are you considering purchasing a brand new lodge?

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Are you considering purchasing a BRAND NEW lodge? With so much choice out there here at Coastline Leisure we have gathered the tips of the trade and food for thought information to make your purchase as stress free as possible.

From types of exterior to longevity of decking , we have all the tips for you. As well as narrowing down Location, site fees and lifestyle.

Considering purchasing a brand new lodge? An Infographic showing the top tips for buying a luxury lodge.

Thinking of buying luxury Lodge? Here at Coastline Leisure we have put together the answers from the top asked questions we receive from customers when purchasing a lodge into a handy infographic. From what to look for in a park to how a lodge is built.

Considering purchasing a brand new lodge?

PLOT RESERVED…. What an exciting moment!.

The first Consideration needs to be picking a location that is right for you.

  • How far do you want to travel?
  • What amenities would you like at a park?
  • Whats the area local to the park like?
  • What surrounding scenery would you wish to wake up to on holiday?
  • Do you wish to do your part for nature?

When you have decided this you can then pick a park!

Here at Coastline Leisure all our Parks are sited in Yorkshire,  are 4 and 5 star ⭐ parks in magnificent locations with prestigious David Bellamy Conservation Awards! Striving to make sure the habitat in which our parks call home are the best for wildlife that has been here years before us, from deer to swans to otters and more.

And of course an important question bout the wildlife in our live….Is the Park dog friendly?

A very important question indeed! YES, our Parks are dog friendly with mapped out areas for comfort of your pet. However, for cat lovers this is difficult as we are located on sites of conservation. This is a question to ask the park managers directly.

Now the park is chosen! Your one step closer purchasing a brand new lodge! The second consideration is the Lodge itself.

Come down and see for yourself, with a choice of three parks we have a lot of choice for your holiday lodge owning future.

How are lodges built? Are the warm? Will they withstand British weather?

All our Lodges are Built with 5 layers of protection. From insulation to bonded moisture barriers, making sure your lodge is a comfortable as possible.

Lodges as standard are clad in timber. Creating a stunning classic finish, timber cladding has maintenance involved. These lodges involve maintenance every year your lodge to ensure that you reseal and protect it from the elements.

However, here at Coastline Leisure we offer a solution that may interest you …. CanExel !

What is CanExel?

CanExel is a composite cladding made from wood fibre, resin and wax fused under pressure and finished in your chosen colour which consists of five coats of baked on paint.

Wanting no maintenance? This is the option for you!

This makes this style of cladding simple to maintain. It provides increase resistance to splitting, warping, splintering and buckling. With a 10 year guarantee!

Some of the lodges we show have CanExel as standard however for most, this is an extra so consider there will be an extra charge on the lodge price.

Lastly a third consideration before coming to see us is the PARK FEES!.  

Yes there is a park fee every year after purchasing your lodge. As well as Maintenance bills for the use of electricity, water etc. Remember different parks have different fees due to location. Depending on what park suits you best, all information will be explained our friendly team on site.

So your on your now on your way to purchasing a brand new lodge of your ✨ DREAMS✨

Interested?

How about try before you buy! Another option that might suit you might be looking into our  rentals on our Beautiful Park Heron Lakes for a short break which is a great way to determine what holiday home is right for you.

For more details , call us on 01964 541777 or email info@coastline-leisure.co.uk

We hope this informations helped!