Park Homes for sale in Somerset

A Buyer's Guide to Park Homes in Somerset

Somerset offers a genuinely varied choice of residential park home living, from the market towns of Taunton and Yeovil to the quieter countryside near Chard and the Somerset Levels. Buyers are drawn to the county for its combination of West Country scenery, good transport links via the M5, and a slower pace of life within easy reach of Bristol and the coast.

Buying a park home is different from buying a traditional house, so it pays to understand how site fees, pitch agreements and ownership work before you view. Most residential park homes in Somerset are sold on a leasehold or licence basis, meaning you own the home itself but pay a pitch fee to the site owner for the land it sits on.

Sell My Group lists park homes for sale across Somerset, making it easy to compare properties, locations and prices in one place. Browse the listings below to find your next home in Somerset.

Buying a Park Home in Somerset: FAQs

What is the difference between a park home and a static caravan?

Park homes are built to BS3632 standard, meaning they're designed for permanent, year-round residential living. Static caravans are generally built for holiday use and don't meet the same residential building standard.

Can I get a mortgage on a park home in Somerset?

Traditional mortgages aren't available on park homes because they're classed as personal property rather than real estate. Buyers typically pay in cash or use a specialist park home finance provider.

What fees will I pay as a park home owner?

You'll pay a monthly or annual pitch fee to the site owner, which covers the ground rent and upkeep of shared areas. Pitch fees are reviewed annually in line with the Retail Prices Index under the Mobile Homes Act 2013.

Can I sell my park home whenever I want?

Park homes must be sold privately, not through the park itself, though the site owner may occasionally buy it back. The site owner is usually entitled to a resale commission, commonly around 10% of the sale price, as set out in the written agreement.

Is age a factor when buying a park home in Somerset?

Many residential parks in Somerset are open to all ages, though some operate as over-50s communities. Always check the site rules before making an offer, as age restrictions vary by park.