Buying a caravan “on site” means it’s already positioned on a pitch at a specific park, usually with decking, skirting and services already connected — different from buying a new unit that still needs transporting and siting.
The upside of buying on site
You get to see exactly what you’re buying in its actual setting, with any existing decking, storage or garden already in place — and you skip the delivery and siting process and cost that comes with a brand new caravan.
What to check specifically
Ask the seller (or the park directly) for the caravan’s age, whether it’s due to be moved off the pitch at any point under the park’s age policy, current site fees, and whether the sale includes transfer of the existing pitch agreement or requires a new one.
Park approval
Most parks require any change of ownership to be approved by park management, sometimes with a transfer fee — confirm this process with the park before agreeing a price with the seller.
Not sure whether a lodge or a static caravan is the better fit? Our guide to static caravan vs lodge breaks down the real differences.
Thinking about buying? Our caravan and lodge sales guide can put you in touch with current availability at our partner parks, or get in touch and tell us what you’re looking for.