Buying a Holiday Lodge in 2026: What’s Changing & What to Expect

Having your own place to escape to, somewhere you can arrive, switch gears and feel at ease almost straight away has never felt more appealing. And for a lot of people, 2026 is the year that idea starts to feel achievable.

Buying a holiday lodge isn’t about chasing something new. It’s about giving yourself more of what you already value: time together, space to unwind, and a place that feels like yours the moment you arrive. Weekends without planning stress. Longer stays when life allows. A base you can return to, season after season.

But the way people buy holiday lodges is changing. Expectations are higher. Choices are broader. And more people are choosing lodges that feel like an easy extension of everyday life, not a compromise.

If you’re considering buying a holiday lodge in 2026, here’s what’s shifting, what to expect, and how to choose a lodge that feels like your very own retreat.

Why Holiday Lodge Ownership Feels Different in 2026

We’re seeing a quiet change in how people talk about time away.

It’s less about ticking off trips, and more about having somewhere reliable to return to. Somewhere that gives you breathing space without feeling unfamiliar. Somewhere that works just as well for a spontaneous Friday night drive as it does for a longer summer break.

Flexible working has helped. So has a renewed love for the British outdoors. But more than anything, people want their downtime to feel easy.  

What’s different in 2026 is that holiday lodges now reflect that mindset. Interiors feel calmer. Layouts feel more considered. Parks are better equipped. And more people are choosing lodges that feel made for real life, the family moments, the dog walks, the slow starts and the long, easy evenings.

A Holiday Lodge Market Built Around Comfort, Calm and Ease

Walk into a modern holiday lodge today and you’ll feel the difference straight away.

This isn’t about flashy features or over designed spaces. It’s about how a lodge feels when you drop your bags, kick off your shoes and finally slow things down a notch.

Across 2026, lodges are leaning into:
• Warmer interiors that feel settled, not styled
• Natural finishes that connect you to where you are
• Open layouts that suit real family life
• Bigger windows that make the view part of the room

It’s a shift away from “holiday accommodation” and towards something that feels much closer to home, just lighter, calmer, and easier to enjoy.

These aren’t trends for trend’s sake. They’re reflections of how people want to feel when they get away. That’s exactly what we focus on across our lodge range. Spaces that look good, yes, but more importantly, spaces that feel right when you’re actually living in them.

Choosing the Right Location: Where Your Holiday Lodge Really Comes to Life

A holiday lodge can be beautifully designed, but its personality really comes from where it’s placed. The setting shapes your days, your routines, and the kind of memories you’ll make.

That’s why location is usually the first thing we talk about.

Using our Find a Park tool, you’ll see parks across the UK, each offering a very different pace of life.

Scotland: Wild Beauty and Room to Breathe

Scotland has a way of creating distance from everyday noise without feeling remote. Woodland parks suit couples looking for quiet, long walks and evenings that feel properly peaceful. Coastal and family parks offer space to roam, beaches to explore and plenty to keep everyone entertained.

If you like your holidays with fresh air, room to think, and views that stop you mid walk, Scotland has a habit of getting under your skin.

The North East: Friendly, Vibrant and Full of Character

The North East tends to win people over quickly. Coastal parks near Blue Flag beaches suit families who love activity and sea air, while countryside parks along rivers and woodland edges are ideal if you want calm with easy access to towns and cities.

It’s sociable without being busy. Relaxed without feeling sleepy. A great choice if you like variety without travelling far.

The Lake District: Nature at Its Most Dramatic

Some people come to the Lakes for the adventure, walking, cycling, paddleboarding. Others come for café hopping, village wandering and quiet afternoons watching the light move across the water.

The beauty of the Lake District is that it suits both. Couples often fall for its calm, while families love the endless things to do without ever feeling overwhelmed.

The South West: Coastal Living with a Laid-Back Heart

If your idea of a perfect day includes coastal paths, sandy beaches and somewhere good to eat nearby, the South West delivers in spades.

Some parks here are lively and sociable, perfect for family holidays and school breaks. Others lean into quiet coastal living, where the sea becomes part of everyday life. It’s a region that adapts beautifully to how you want to spend your time.

Wherever you feel most at home, sea air, hills, woodland or open countryside, the right park makes your lodge feel like it belongs.

Holiday Lodges to Explore: Finding One That Fits You

Once you’ve started picturing where your lodge could be, the next question naturally follows: what will it feel like inside?

Every lodge we design starts with how you’ll use it. Quiet weekends. Busy family holidays. Friends dropping by. Slow evenings that stretch on without plans. That’s why each model has its own character, and why one will often stand out to you more than the others.

The Faraday: Calm, Cosy and Effortlessly Relaxed

If you’re drawn to uncluttered spaces, soft textures and somewhere that immediately helps you unwind, the Faraday tends to click.

We designed it to feel relaxed without feeling sparse. The open plan layout works beautifully for families, while the calm palette and layered materials make it equally appealing for couples who value quiet evenings and slower mornings. It’s one of those lodges people walk into and instantly drop their shoulders.

The Franklin: Warm, Textured and Rich in Atmosphere

The Franklin is for those of you who want your lodge to feel cosy, characterful and welcoming all year round.

The feature glass fire naturally draws people together, while the rich tones and textured finishes make evenings in feel just as appealing as days out. It suits couples who love entertaining and families who want a lodge with real warmth and personality.

The Highcroft: Cosy Gatherings and Classic Comfort

If you picture your lodge as somewhere people gather, for meals, conversations, and long, relaxed weekends, the Highcroft does that effortlessly.

Farmhouse-inspired touches meet modern comfort, creating a lodge that feels familiar without feeling dated. Families and groups love the generous seating and social spaces, especially for longer stays.

The Liberte: Light, Open and Connected to the Outdoors

The Liberte is all about simplicity done well.

Wide windows bring the outside in, flooding the space with light. The layout feels open and adaptable, making it a great fit if you like a modern look that’s easy to live with. It suits couples and families who want a bright, uncluttered base that works beautifully in every season.

Seeing holiday lodges in person really matters. When you step inside the right one, it stops being a comparison exercise and starts feeling like a decision.

How Novus Supports Smarter Holiday Lodge Ownership

Behind the scenes, how a lodge is built matters just as much as how it looks.

That’s why all our lodges are built using Novus, our unique construction approach designed to improve how holiday homes perform in real life.

Novus means better insulation, stronger construction, smoother finishes and fewer maintenance worries down the line. Floors feel solid. Rooms feel more spacious. Temperatures stay comfortable across the seasons.

You might not see Novus straight away, but you’ll feel it every time you arrive.

Making the Buying Journey Feel Straightforward

Buying a holiday lodge should feel exciting, not complicated.

Our Buyer’s Guide walks you through each step, from choosing a location to understanding costs, picking a pitch and preparing for move in day. And our park partners are there to support you throughout the process.

When you’re ready, a showground visit lets you explore layouts properly and picture how your time there might feel.

Final Thoughts

Buying a holiday lodge in 2026 is about choosing something that fits your life, not changing your life to fit it.

More fresh air. More time together. More weekends that don’t need planning. A place that feels familiar, comfortable and quietly special.

If that sounds like what you’re looking for, we’d love to help you find it, and if you’re ready to explore that in more detail, booking a showground visit is a good place to start.