16/07/2024
I've debated whether to write a status about this issue but actually I really do think it needs to be said.
I am ONE person - I keep my prices as low as possible to try and help those who cannot afford expensive holidays be able to make family memories! I have some of the fondest memories of caravan holidays as a kid.
With this in mind - I am one of the cheapest privately owned rental vans on site, I have lots more than a lot of other caravans for people to use and enjoy during their stay - kids toys and games, sandwich toaster, slow cooker etc, I provide bedding and cleaning products, condiments, tea/coffee etc. Which I pay for out of my own pocket, in addition to the laundry products to wash bedding etc.
I clean the van myself - travelling a 2 hour round trip to do so - often several times a month (more in peak season)
I have increased my prices by around £5 per night in a 2 year period and only increase very slightly in the holidays (that's business I'm afraid)
I provide WiFi - free of charge to guests, I pay the water rates, gas etc. Believe it or not - I am NOT raking it in - I don't make a wage from this.
All around my full time work also - so please, please don't insult me by telling me others are cheaper and trying to guilt me into dropping my already low prices!
If that's the case - go and stay with them - but please remember when you're paying for WiFi or for bedding on the beds - all these little things add up!
I have raffled stays off at a low price for lucky winners to stay and I've donated the odd stay to charities or people I really feel need a little helping hand but cannot do this all the time - I don't cover my personal costs anyway so wouldn't make my business costs if I did!
Anyway rant over🫣
