Find out all the information you need to make your mobile home purchase a reality:
Make the most of your mobile home purchase
8 questions to ask yourself if you want to buy a mobile home successfully
What budget should you allow for the purchase of a mobile home?
How will the mobile home be used?
Who will be staying in the mobile home?
Should I buy a new mobile home or a second-hand mobile home?
What are the maximum possible dimensions for a mobile home?
Where can I install a mobile home?
How can I finance the purchase of a mobile home?
Can I make the purchase of my mobile home profitable?
Buying guide
Buying a mobile home is THE solution for combining the charms and pleasures of camping with the comfort of a second home. There are a number of questions that can arise when considering such an investment. Whether you're wondering about the legislation, choosing a mobile home, installing it or how to use it on a day-to-day basis, here's a buying guide in the form of FAQs to answer all your questions and help you make your project a reality.
Below you'll find all the information you need to take you from the moment you decide to buy your new mobile home to your first meal on the terrace.
Legislation
What type of land is suitable for a mobile home?
On a campsite. This will be the case if you buy a new mobile home and install it on one of the pitches available at our three partner campsites:
Camping Le Vieux Port 5-star campsite by the sea, on the southern beach of Messanges.
Campsite Le Domaine de la Marina 4-star campsite located on the south beach of Messanges.
Campsite Lou Pignada 5-star campsite, just 1 km from Messanges' northern beach.
On a residential leisure park. Opt for a new or second-hand mobile home on clearance and install it in the residential leisure park of your choice.
On private land. Before installing a mobile home on your property, check the legislation in force and contact your local council to find out about the necessary procedures and permits. Certain regulations prohibit the installation of a mobile home on private land without planning permission, but exceptions may be granted by the local council, particularly when a house is being built or work is being carried out. Contact your local council to find out about your rights.
Do I need planning permission to install a mobile home?
What taxes do mobile home owners have to pay?
Do the mobile homes sold come with a guarantee?
Do I need to insure my mobile home?
If you are installing your mobile home at one of our partner campsites, we can offer you the services of the campsite's insurer, who has a specialised policy for this type of installation.
It is also essential that you provide us with a certificate every year showing that your water heater has been inspected by an approved body. This is to ensure the safety and correct operation of the installations on the campsite.
Rates and financing
How much does a new mobile home cost?
What does the price of a new mobile home shown on the product sheets include?
How much does a second-hand mobile home cost?
What is included in the price of a second-hand mobile home shown on the product sheets?
How do I pay? Is it possible to pay in instalments?
in several instalments. To do this, you could consider applying for a loan from your bank or a credit institution specialising in consumer loans.
Am I allowed to rent out my mobile home?
Before you take the plunge, here are a few tips for a smooth, worry-free sublet.
First of all, check whether your plot rental contract and the campsite's internal rules mention any restrictions on subletting. You will need to obtain formal authorisation from your Parc Résidentiel de Loisirs or your host campsite.
Find out more about the sub-letting conditions in force at our partner campsites.
Choosing your mobile home
Should you buy your mobile home on a pitch or without a pitch?
- Camping Le Vieux Port 5-star campsite by the sea, on the southern beach of Messanges.
- Campsite Lou Pignada 5-star campsite, just 1 km from Messanges' northern beach.
- Campsite Le Domaine de la Marina 4-star campsite located on the south beach of Messanges.
If you want to install your mobile home at another campsite, a residential leisure park or at home, you will need to choose a new mobile home or a refurbished mobile home. second-hand without space (called "destocking")
What are the advantages of buying a new mobile home?
First of all, buying a mobile home means you can take advantage of the latest innovations from manufacturers, particularly in terms of comfort. Another advantage of buying new is peace of mind. Your new mobile home will be delivered just as you chose it, and will come with a manufacturer's warranty. What's more, when you buy a new mobile home from monmobilhome, you'll be able to install it in one of our 3 partner campsites in the Landes.
What are the advantages of buying a second-hand mobile home?
How many bedrooms should your mobile home have?
What sleeping arrangements are available in a mobile home, and which ones are right for you?
How many beds should your mobile home have?
How many bathrooms should your mobile home have?
What are the different types of kitchen/living room layout?
What type of roofs are there? And which ones should you choose?
What types of terrace are available for my mobile home?
- The low terrace consists of a single floor laid directly on the ground.
- The simple terrace is a raised wooden structure surrounded by a fence and accessed by a small staircase.
- The semi-covered terrace is partially covered by a canvas to provide shade in summer and protection from the elements.
- The covered terrace is completely awning-covered, offering complete protection from the elements.
What are the standard features found in a mobile home?
- In the bedrooms, bedding with box springs and mattresses
- In the kitchen, hotplates, fridge-freezers and water heaters are all part of the solution.
- The bathroom has a washbasin, a shower and sometimes a toilet if it is not separate.
- The living room has a sofa, often convertible, and a table and chairs.
- And safety equipment such as a smoke detector and fire extinguisher.
In addition to these standard features, some top-of-the-range mobile homes include conveniences such as dishwashers, USB sockets, roller shutters and air conditioning.
Setting up your mobile home
What are the 3 possible types of mobile home installation?
- Setting up on a campsite: You can set up your mobile home on a residential campsite that accepts permanent residents.
- Installation in a residential leisure park: Some residential leisure parks accept mobile homes as primary or secondary residences. Check the specific rules of the park where you wish to install your mobile home.
- Installation on private land: If you own private land, you can obtain the necessary authorisations to install your mobile home on it.
How do you set up your mobile home on one of our campsites?
Here you have 2 choices:
Buy a new mobile home to set it up on one of the free plots at one of our campsites.
Buy a second-hand mobile home on pitchThis means that you already have a plot at one of our campsites.
Which of our partner campsites should you choose for your mobile home?
- Camping Le Vieux Port Located directly on the ocean, on the south beach of Messanges, this 5-star campsite offers direct access to the beach. If you want quick and easy access to the sea, this is the place for you.
- Campsite Le Lou Pignada This 5-star campsite is just 1 km from the northern beach of Messanges. It is also suitable for families and offers a friendly atmosphere. You can enjoy a warm and lively atmosphere, with plenty of activities for children and adults.
- Campsite Le Domaine de la Marina This 4-star campsite is located on the southern beach of Messanges. If you're looking for a peaceful setting for your holiday, with a calm and relaxing environment, this is the place for you.
As an owner, what facilities and services can you expect at our campsites?
- Swimming pools and water park: Enjoy outdoor pools, waterslides, heated pools and water parks to cool off and have fun with the whole family.
- Games and entertainment: Children's play areas, sports fields (football, tennis, basketball, etc.), entertainment and clubs for children and teenagers, so everyone can have fun according to their preferences.
- Restaurant services: Restaurants, snack bars, mini-markets where you can do your shopping, and possibly delivery or takeaway services for your convenience.
- Wellness area: Some of our campsites offer wellness areas with jacuzzis, saunas, steam rooms and even massage services to help you relax and recharge during your holiday.
- Horse-riding activities: If you're keen on horse-riding, some of our campsites have a riding centre where you can go for rides or take horse-riding lessons.
- Shops: On-site shops for your daily needs, souvenirs and local produce.
Where to install a mobile home bought second-hand from clearance sales?
-On a campsite other than one of our partner campsites, provided that it accepts permanent residents.
- On a residential leisure park that accepts mobile homes.
- On private land, provided you obtain the necessary permits to install your mobile home.
What is the minimum surface area required for the mobile home plot?
Wedging, or how to install a mobile home on a plot of land?
- Prepare the area: Make sure the ground is level and solid enough to accommodate the mobile home.
- Position the jacks: Position the jacks at the points recommended by the mobile home manufacturer. These are usually at the corners of the mobile home.
- Raise the mobile home: Using a hydraulic jack or ram, gently lift the mobile home until it is slightly above the ground.
- Insert shims: Insert strong, durable shims under the jacks to support the weight of the mobile home. Add or remove shims until you achieve optimum stability.
- Lower the mobile home: Gently lower the mobile home onto the wedges by releasing the jacks.
- Check stability: Make sure the mobile home is correctly wedged by carefully testing it. If necessary, adjust the wedges to achieve a stable position.
When you install a mobile home on one of our partner campsites, Monmobilhome takes care of this delicate operation.
How do you connect a mobile home to the mains?
- Electricity: Call in a professional electrician to connect your mobile home to the existing electricity network.
- Water: Connect your mobile home to the site's drinking water network using an appropriate hose. Make sure you comply with safety standards and regulations on plumbing.
- Waste water: Connect your mobile home to the mains sewer using an appropriate pipe.
When you install a mobile home on one of our partner campsites, Monmobilhome takes care of connecting the mobile home to the various networks.
Use of a mobile home at one of our partner campsites
Would you like to buy a mobile home and become an owner at one of our partner campsites in the Landes? Find out all the information you need to know to make the most of your purchase on our campsites.
How much does it cost to rent a plot on one of our campsites each year?
Who can come to my mobile home?
Can I stay in my mobile home all year round?
Can I rent out my mobile home? How can I market my mobile home?
You can, however, entrust your rental property to the campsite and to RESASOL reservation centreunder the following conditions:
- The mobile home must be less than 10 years old on the date of the contract
- The campsite offers a "one-off" service with no guarantee
- The customer informs the lessor of the weeks to be marketed
- The campsite sets a price per week and pays the rental amount less a commission of 30%.
- A sublease agreement, including an inventory, must be signed by both parties.
Can I install a garden shed on my mobile home plot?
How much does it cost to rent a plot at one of our partner campsites each year?
- Camping Le Vieux Port
- Campsite Lou Pignada
- Campsite Le Domaine de la Marina
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