Blog Description Copyright @AnthonyDotNet http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss Tue, 21 April 2015 13:56:28 Tue, 21 April 2015 13:56:28 Sharon http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2015/have-you-been-scammed/ My Caravan details were used to Scam!!! Monday 20 April 2015 started as a normal day.  I was just about to go into a meeting when I received a phone call from a holiday maker who wanted a little reassurance before paying the deposit on a holiday. Happily chatting away and suggested he inbox me the details and I will do my best to verify this owner. During the conversation it became apparent that the caravan in question was indeed my caravan but it wasn't my advertisement.  Clearly, the holiday maker has narrowly escaped being scammed : thankfully, he was cautious enough to do some checking. The picture and details have been taken directly from my own advertisement but listed on a site similar to Gumtree.  August break for £300 payment via Paypal only. We have raised a Crime Reference number with Action Fraud providing all of the information we have managed to gather (I cannot divulge this information in case the identity is mistaken). If you have booked a holiday via this advertisement : please do get in touch and I will give you the Action Fraud details. Note : The caravan pictured will only be advertised by the Management Team at ETK Lettings The real caravan link : The Meadows, Park Resorts, Ty Mawr, Towyn, North Wales : owned by Sharon & Simon Steed   Thank you : Thank you to the cautious holiday maker : you have saved a lot of people from parting with their hard earned money. Thanks to a group of Holiday Home Owners that work closely with ETK Lettings , we were able to gather plenty of information relating to the Holiday Scammer .  This information has been shared with the Police and Action Fraud .  We know that the advertisement originated in the Wolverhampton area and featured on a Selling Forum for that area. Try not to worry : There are by far more legitimate Holiday Home Owners out there than Scammers.  You need to do your homework and ask lots of questions.  If you are in any doubt you need to ask yourself " do I want to book with this person ". Verified Owners : ETK Lettings provides a safe environment to book your holidays.  It doesn't cost the holiday maker anything to book through an Owner on ETK Lettings .   Many of ETK Lettings' Owners have taken steps to verify themselves by providing personal, photo identification and also evidence of Ownership.  Most of the Owners are in regular and direct contact with ETK and if there is any doubt the listing is taken offline until we are satisfied that all is ok. http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2015/have-you-been-scammed/ http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2015/have-you-been-scammed/ Tue, 21 April 2015 13:56:28 Sharon http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/amazing-offer-for-holiday-home-owners/ Hey guys! I'm here to update all you fellow holiday home owners on an amazing deal I have come across with ETK Lettings . For a limited time only, anybody looking for a place to advertise their static caravan / holiday property can do so and receive a 44% discount on Business Level registration to advertise with them - that’s a whopping £17.60 reduction! Now this sounds too good to be true, right? Well, that's where you're wrong! It is in fact a birthday celebration for the owner of the site Sharon Steed, who is hosting the offer for a generous 4 days up until the midnight of 16th of November. If you are looking for a place to advertise your caravan online, then this opportunity is far too good to miss. For more information on the subject, feel free to go to etklettings.co.uk or go to the offer directly On another note, regardless of this deal I would highly recommend ETK Lettings for any static caravan holiday bookings and rentals due to their all-round competency and (more importantly) the best value for holiday advertisers around. http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/amazing-offer-for-holiday-home-owners/ http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/amazing-offer-for-holiday-home-owners/ Thu, 13 November 2014 13:27:08 Sharon http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/owners-renting-your-static-caravan-in-the-uk/ If all goes well then you could look to get a repeat renter, which ensures you make a little cash while you go away for your own holiday also. If you already have permanent accommodation somewhere else and bought a static caravan for the sole purpose of renting out it could become a lucrative money maker for you. Before deciding to rent out your static caravan always ensure that it is clean, tidy and in a presentable condition for would be renters. The market for static caravans is competitive and to command the larger rental values you must ensure you offer the best facilities available. Something’s will be out of your control like location of the caravan site, but you can do your up most to ensure that your caravan looks appealing to renters both inside and out. Check the outside for dirt, lose parts, rust, and inside ensure its, clean and uncluttered. Facilities within the static caravan must appeal to the rental market and typically the market is more geared towards families than any other dynamic. As such you should ensure that your static caravan adequately caters for that market. Also bear in mind that the great British summer is typically wet and your renters will spend a large part of their holidays indoors. Make your static caravan a home away from home for them with board games, game consoles, radio, television, and a DVD player available for them to use. This attention to detail could make or break your ability to get your static caravan rented out. Consider making a welcome pack for your visitors also, that details where everything is in the caravan. This will help so they don’t feel lost on arrival and waste their time having to locate where everything is. List exactly what is included in the rental price and what isn’t so there is no confusion. Provide simple food items like coffee, tea, biscuits and milk so they feel more at home. Furnish your static caravan with fresh linen on the beds to give off the professional touch. Finally ensure the caravan is safe with certificates for electric and gas and check your insurance adequately covers you if something goes wrong while you’re away. If you are on the other hand looking to rent a static caravan for a little holiday within the UK, it can be quite a money saver in terms of not having to pay high fees to travel abroad. There are many beautiful locations the length and breadth of the country, so take a good look around before deciding on your ideal holiday location. Also don’t settle for shabby as these days the caravan market affords considerably better looking accommodation than yesteryear. Look for double glazing, shower rooms and fitted kitchens if your budget allows. http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/owners-renting-your-static-caravan-in-the-uk/ http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/owners-renting-your-static-caravan-in-the-uk/ Wed, 12 November 2014 09:34:53 Sharon http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/booking-a-caravan-holiday/ Rental agreements For people keen on renting a static caravan for a weekend break or longer, it's important to consider what is right for you before signing any rental agreement.  People renting a caravan fro the first time may not be aware of what they should be looking for in order to find the most suitable accommodation for the budget.  The more seasoned caravan renter may be more aware of what they should look for.  Here at Hire Out Caravans, we're keen to detail some of more important points to look for to help you find the best rental for you! Budget The most important factor to consider first is budget - after setting yourself an allowance to spend on your holiday rental, you then know how much you have left to spend on other important aspects of your holiday including food, entertainment and sightseeing.   The amount you spend on your holiday accommodation will likely determine the size and range of facilities you have access to and also the location - as some prime locations will charge premiums for an ideally located holiday let. Does it have the features you need? Its quite important to check whether your static caravan has ample bedroom and kitchen space for your family - you definitely want to avoid anything too small as this will place extra stress on your holiday experience - you definitely don't want to be stepping over your own family members to make the dinner or . Location Assess the locations you narrow down to and check what the static caravans offer in terms of bedroom size, kitchen space and living accommodation size also. If you have a large family you’ll probably want to avoid anything too small. It’s your holiday so the last thing you need to be is cramped up with everyone struggling for their own space. With the British weather to contend with also, you might have to spend a considerable amount of time indoors. So make sure the static caravan you choose has adequate space for your brood. Do your research Take advantage of the internet to browse reviews of the caravan park, check what people may not have enjoyed and decide whether those issues would be a problem for you. View the caravan site and you’ll be able to gather a fair idea of the scenic qualities the site has to offer. Check for distances between the actual site you’ll be staying on and where it relates to the attractions you want to go to. You don’t want to go into a booking blind and then realize that you’re stuck in the middle of nowhere. Speak to the owner if possible Speak with the static caravan owner to finalize your booking, look at their list of what is included in the price and what isn’t. Check for any hidden charges that may not be obvious, such as phone use charges. Ask them to indicate whether they have insurance and make sure that the caravan is compliant in regards to safety certificates on electrical appliances and for gas appliances also. Make sure you have the correct booking times if you decide to go ahead with renting. Don’t assume you can turn up on the day at whatever time you want, always ensure the date and time are both agreed upon. http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/booking-a-caravan-holiday/ http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/booking-a-caravan-holiday/ Wed, 12 November 2014 09:34:53 Sharon http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/why-not-try-a-caravan-holiday/ Why? With so many parks all over the coastline of britain to chose from, it's not only an incredibly easy and ideal way to not only have an amazing holiday, but also to make sure your wallet remains intact. Benefits There are so many benefits to staying in the uk, meaning less stress for you and your family to pack up & get going. All you have to do is pack up and go, which means no more annoying delayed flights and long departure queues to worry about! All you need is to put down the deposit, the location of where you are going, and then you and your family are good to go and enjoy your idyllic caravan getaway. Limited options? Not a chance if you are worried that choosing the option of a static caravan getaway could limit your options in terms of being near a beach, then fear not! Thankfully there are lots and lots of caravan parks set up incredibly near to the seaside, meaning you will have no trouble at all meaning, chances are, that you will have no problem at all with reaching a beach with your family. With the ability to get to the beach early and leave late as the sunsets, it provides the perfect way for many to enjoy their holiday simply sunbathing with no hassles. However, if a beach is not your idea of the perfect getaway, thaen fear not. many of the beaches within the uk always have events going on, meaning you're sure to find great entertainment with ease. Countryside retreats? If however you consider yourself more of a countryside person, then maybe a caravan site closer to the centre would be more suited to you. Due to the popularity of holidaying at caravan sites many local businesses cater for holidaymakers with fun activities like horse riding, archery lessons, bike riding and trail walking, and that's only the beggining! So if you want to be a bit more adventurous and get back to nature rather than sitting indoors or sitting inside, then simply ask at the caravan site you're situated at where you can sign-up for the fun. Signing up to etklettings.co.uk  and booking through them offers you the chance to go on holiday whilst enjoying all the creature comforts as you would if you had stayed at home. With exceptionally built caravan homes at most caravan sites the lines between what a house and what a caravan are have certainly become blurred. Most, if not all of the static caravans in the uk provide the homey feeling away from home, with electric points, shower rooms, and kitchens, so you won’t feel like you’re giving anything up by not being housed in a typical holiday hotel. http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/why-not-try-a-caravan-holiday/ http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/why-not-try-a-caravan-holiday/ Wed, 12 November 2014 09:33:30 Sharon http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/some-advice-on-purchasing-a-holiday-home/ Important considerations If you are considering purchasing your own static caravan for holidaying (or using as a permanent living space), then there may be some considerations you need to address beforehand.  You must first determine the requirements that will best accommodate both you and your family, and this point is more pertinent if you have a large family unit. Static caravans come in various shapes and sizes. With a little bit of research you will be able to find one that offers you and your family all the accommodation space you need. However bear in mind a static caravan cannot replace a conventional home in terms of space.   Talk to people When deciding on your static caravan also discuss with your partner any future family plans. The last thing you want to do is purchase a static caravan that won’t accommodate any future additions you have to your family. So look ahead as it could save you a fortune in having to sell and upgrade, if or when you decide to have children. You’ll find that there are a wide variety of different static caravans available on the market either brand new or pre-owned. The accommodation sizes can also vary from very small up to more gargantuan static caravans with eight or more berths. Which park? Your first port of call in trying to purchase a static caravan should be with your desired caravan park. Location will be important, so make sure it’s in an area that you like. If you haven’t visited the intended area before, it would be a wise to stay in the area before deciding to make an offer for a static caravan. There are many caravan parks located all over the United Kingdom with some offering some of the most picturesque landscapes the British Isles have to offer. Park Facilities As well as wanting a site that has that picture postcard feel to it, with a wonderful landscape to gaze upon, the facilities the area has to offer should also be checked. No two caravan parks are alike and whilst some offer access to a wide range of entertainment locations others are sorely lacking. Again it comes down the preferences of what you need, do you require a quiet and tranquil location or do you want access to swimming pools, arcades, pubs, clubs, restaurants and bars. Safety should be a major deciding factor in where you choose to ultimately locate to, with burglaries a common concern for caravan parks so do research first. Costs Your final check for purchasing a static caravan will come down to the fees and price of the caravan. Ensure that you know what the yearly site fees payable on a caravan site will be and note they won’t include the charges for gas or electricity you use. Speak to the caravan park’s sales representative to find out prices for new and pre-owned static caravans. Arrange a time for when you can view the site and the caravans available before making a choice. Take your family along with you to view it so you can see if the space will work for you and your family. http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/some-advice-on-purchasing-a-holiday-home/ http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/some-advice-on-purchasing-a-holiday-home/ Wed, 12 November 2014 09:30:36 Sharon http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/why-are-caravan-holidays-becoming-so-popular/ Cost The first factor to consider is cost. Whether you’re thinking of renting a static caravan for a week or buying one for family weekends away and holidays, the cost is a significant factor. For holiday makers, a week or a fortnight’s stay in a static caravan is considerably cheaper than staying in a hotel or a holiday cottage, whilst for buyers, a static caravan can be affordable where other property simply isn’t.  Location A second factor would be location. Find a Caravan To Rent If you’re after a beach holiday, a static caravan is usually in the ideal location. Set on parks near the beach, you’re often just a few hundred yards from the sand and sea, which means you can avoid all the usual hassles that come with going to the beach – finding parking, packing picnics and carrying armfuls of equipment onto the sand. Instead, a static caravan means you can walk to the beach whenever you want to, returning to your caravan for drinks, food or a shower within a couple of minutes.  Space A third important factor in the increasing popularity of caravan holidays is sapce. People who see inside a static caravan for the first time are often surprised by how spacious they are. With larger caravans up to 35ft long by 12ft wide, there is plenty of room for a generous seating area, fitted kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms and storage. This makes them ideal family accommodation and, even in bad weather, a family can exist happily without feeling that they’re living on top of each other. In addition, most caravans are set in their own “plot” which gives residents areas of grass and paving so that they can sit outside or play games.  Facilities Finally, last but not least is the aspect of facilities. Most static caravans used by holiday makers are set on caravan or holiday parks. This not only means that you are holidaying in a community, but it offers a range of facilities to make your holiday more enjoyable. These include an on-site mini-market, children’s play area, café or restaurant, fast food takeaway and bars. Larger sites may also have a pavilion or club house where live entertainment is arranged. Caravan Hire is very cost effective. Overall The combination of location, cost, comfort and convenience is what makes static caravan holidays so popular in a wide range of coastal resorts. http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/why-are-caravan-holidays-becoming-so-popular/ http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/why-are-caravan-holidays-becoming-so-popular/ Wed, 12 November 2014 09:29:03 Sharon http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/private-caravans-to-rent-from-the-owners/ Here are just three examples of the many private caravans for hire that we have available to rent direct from the owners at ETK Lettings . ETK Lettings offer a direct letting service allowing you to view many properties within a specific location of your choice and then liaise  directly with the owner to get the best deal. ETK Lettings also provide a payment service so owners wishing to provide secure merchant led payments using credit card and encrypted technologies can take advantage of that service as well. The guests are also assured that owners using that scheme are verified and their money is safe.     The Meadows - Static caravan at Ty Mawr in Towyn North Wales Situated in a picturesque setting in Wales just moments from the beach, this affordable luxury caravan for hire offers a great get-away holiday in North Wales. There are plenty of facilities on the park and a good number of shops near by for shopping for essentials. The caravan itself has three double bedrooms and has a pull out sofa bed in the lounge.     Eight berth static caravan on happy days caravan park Towyn 8 berth caravan. 3 bedrooms very spacious fully equipped includes bedding its a home from holiday in the heart of towyn 3 mins walk to beach 5 mins walk to towyn famous market tir Prince and the gaint funfair at entrance of site you have sonnys bar where they have live acts karaoke for all the family also a big arcade everything within walking distance shops pubs etc great holiday for all ages   Chuckies place - Happy Days Towyn North Wales 8 berth,3 bed,fully heated 12ft wide caravan   More Details If you are looking for a great deal on private caravans to rent from the static holiday caravan owner direct then ETK Lettings , a newly formed lettings service offer peace of mind for you the guest. With the continuing squeeze on household finances, many more families are going for a Staycation, that is having their holidays at home in the UK rather than flying off to foreign shores. We have a great selection of private caravans to rent on some of the best static caravan holiday parks in the UK. Locations There are private static holiday caravans for rent on the big name sites like Haven, Butlins, Park Resorts and Hoseasons holiday parks. However you will get a much better deal by booking direct with the owners of private caravans to rent. Why Book a Private Static Holiday Caravan Rental Direct With The Owner? The main reason for booking your next holiday caravan direct with the holiday home owner has to be the fact that you will know the exact private caravan you will have for your holiday. You will know the caravans position on the holiday park and how close it is to all the things you want from your holiday in a private static caravan rental. You will be booking the static caravan rental direct with the owner so you can ask all the questions you like; things like what items are included in the caravan rental and what you will need to take with you. Some private rental caravans for hire have extras that the standard static holiday caravan rentals offered by the big holiday parks just don't have. These private static caravans have things like DVD players, Satellite TV, Playstation games consoles, board games, sports equipment, etc, etc. Every rental caravan has different facilities so please be sure to have a good look at all the private caravans in the area you are interested in and compare all the facilities offered. Remember, when booking a private static holiday caravan direct with the holiday home owner the cheapest price is not always the best option.....for just a small premium in cost you may get much better facilities. However you will usually find that booking a private caravan rental direct with the owner will be much cheaper and include more than if you book direct with one of the big caravan holiday park operators, and you will still be able to use all the facilities on the holiday home park. http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/private-caravans-to-rent-from-the-owners/ http://hireoutcaravans.co.uk/blog/rss/blog/2014/november/private-caravans-to-rent-from-the-owners/ Sun, 02 November 2014 12:30:36