31/08/2026
**INTERVIEW WITH AN OWNER AT COASTAL KIPPFORD **
What made you decide to buy at Costal Kippford ?
Firstly, the local area is beautiful . You have so much to choose from - forest , sea, Interesting towns , country and costal walks and more . It always seems so peaceful and relatively safe . That’s really important to me as a single female .
Secondly , the site itself is streets ahead of other sites -in terms of its’ landscaping -which really respects owner’s privacy - as well as looks beautiful. I’d rather pay a bit more and not be ‘cheek to jowl’ with other caravans. It’s also in a great spot - you can walk to the beach on the pavement or through the adjoining woods , stroll to the seafront pubs, bar and cafes, walk to the pubs ( did I say that already !)
Thirdly , I’ve owned here before . I know the standards that the staff keep to, in relation to the upkeep of the site. And yet they manage to maintain a site of beauty without ‘over policing’ it. I want to feel comfortable when I’m staying . If there’s a serious issue , the site staff deal with it. But they aren’t on your case over every trivial thing . They are a friendly , helpful, relaxed bunch of people. I also trust them not to hike prices up unreasonably . That was a big part of my decision to buy here .
Fourthly , we are so lucky to have a really decent , helpful bunch of owners. We have a page and there’s always someone who can help with something . The visitors , from my experience, who rent for holiday , have always been decent and courteous .
What concerns did you have about buying?
Well its a financial output that isn’t , on the face of it , the best investment . Your place will devalue , there’s bills to pay …
But , balancing that, is the fact that it’s much cheaper than buying a bricks and mortar place; all the hassle is taken care of ( eg gardening / sorting out the billing such as rates / no decorating / water is plumbed / and gas is delivered etc ). There’s been a real clampdown on second home owners with council tax hikes. You don’t get that here . Basically you keep your spot tidy and sit back !
Also , you are allowed to rent out if you wish and the site has the licence for this . Let’s be honest , you aren’t going to become Richard Branson , but you can cover costs if you want .
Friends and family said to me “ just go and rent a holiday place !” But, as a single person, I tended to avoid this . I was also disorganised / last minute / busy busy. Whereas my static is my own haven. I can skip off there anytime . I don’t feel awkward or unsafe in any way . I know exactly what I’m getting . And my friends and family love it. It can be difficult feeling upbeat in today’s world . So many stresses and so much conflict. This place is a wee Brigadoon ( that’s a comment the older folk will understand !)
Is there anything you don’t like ?
The WiFi is erratic on some spots , but hey , a digital detox is what we need I think . There’s freeview tv from the Ariel that’s provided , there’s WiFi for the basics. So it hasn’t been a big deal.
I used to find the statics cold in winter , but the newer models are much better insulated . The site is open all year and I take advantage .
Any regrets ?
No. I thought about the pluses and minuses well before I bought and it has worked out as I expected . An absolute saviour in a busy and crazy world . It’s an investment in my wellbeing. It was a very good decision- even my family agree now !
Here’s the reason I love it in a picture
