How to Choose the Perfect Holiday Park Location for Your Lifestyle

Choosing a holiday home is an exciting prospect, but before you settle on layouts, interiors or finishes, there’s one decision that shapes your entire ownership experience: its location.

The right holiday park location doesn’t just influence the view from your decking or living room, it affects how often you visit, how relaxed you feel when you arrive and how naturally your holiday home fits into your life. When matched thoughtfully, a Victory holiday home or holiday lodge and its setting work together; creating a place that feels effortless, inspiring and truly your own.

If you’re considering holiday home ownership, or refining your search, here’s how to choose a holiday park location that aligns with your lifestyle. 

Start With The Lifestyle You Want Your Holiday Home to Support

Before narrowing down regions or browsing parks, it helps to step back and think about how you want to use your holiday home, not just where it is.

Picture a typical visit, rather than a once-a-year highlight:
• What does a normal morning look like?
• How active are your days?
• How much time do you spend at the park versus exploring the local area?

Some holiday home owners love full days out followed by relaxed evenings. Others want the holiday home itself to be the main event – a place to cook, read, entertain or just to slow down.

Our holiday homes and lodges are designed to support a wide range of lifestyles, but choosing the right location ensures your home enhances your habits, rather than asking you to adapt them.

Coastal Holiday Park Locations: Fresh Air, Open Views and Energy

For many buyers, coastal locations are what first draw them to holiday home or lodge ownership. In fact, it’s becoming more and more popular buying a holiday lodge by the sea.

There’s something instantly restorative about soaking up that fresh sea air, sprawling horizons and the peace that comes with coastal living. Holiday parks near the coast offer an experience that feels energising yet grounding, making them perfect for owners who like to stay active while still switching off.

Coastal locations are ideal if you enjoy:
• Beach walks, coastal paths and cliff-top views
• Water sports, swimming and outdoor adventures
• Seaside towns, cafés and harbours within easy reach

Victory homes work beautifully in coastal settings. Our modern layouts, generous glazing and thoughtful design help make the most of natural light and views, whether you’re enjoying breakfast with the doors open or winding down as the sun sets.

For owners who plan to visit regularly, coastal locations also tend to feel different with the seasons. Summer brings vibrancy and energy, while autumn and winter visits offer quieter beaches and a slower pace — making the location feel rewarding year-round.
 

If coastal living is your thing, we have two excellent, detailed guides for you: ‘Buying a Holiday Home in Devon’ and ‘Buying a Holiday Home in Cornwall’.

Countryside Holiday Park Locations: Calm, Space and Retreat

If your idea of a perfect break leans more towards stillness and simplicity, countryside holiday parks may be the better fit.

Rural locations offer a sense of retreat that’s hard to replicate elsewhere. The pace is slower, the surroundings more natural, and the experience often feels more private and restorative. Locations in Yorkshire, Norfolk and the Lake District offer the perfect place to unwind in a rural setting.

Countryside parks suit owners who value:
• Woodland, moorland or lakeside walks
• Quieter surroundings and reduced footfall
• Evenings spent indoors, cooking, relaxing and reconnecting

Victory lodges, in particular, feel naturally at home in countryside settings. Our considered proportions, soft interior palettes and connection to the outdoors allow them to sit comfortably within natural landscapes, creating a sense of harmony rather than contrast.

For many owners, countryside locations also encourage longer stays. Without the pull of busy attractions, time is spent enjoying the lodge itself – making features like open-plan living, comfortable seating and well-designed kitchens even more important.

See our blog: The Top UK Countryside Destinations for a Peaceful Summer Holiday, for more inspiration.

Locations That Offer The Best of Both Worlds

Some of the most popular holiday home destinations combine coast and countryside, giving owners flexibility depending on mood, season or company.

These locations allow you to:
• Enjoy coastal days out without living in the busiest areas
• Return to quieter parks after exploring
• Experience variety without long drives

This balance works especially well for owners who plan to use their holiday home throughout the year. Victory homes are designed to adapt to different styles of stay – from active weekends to slower, longer breaks. This makes them well suited to locations that offer multiple ways to unwind.

Travel Time: The Factor That Shapes How Often You Visit

It’s easy to underestimate how much travel time affects holiday home ownership.

A location that feels manageable on paper can quickly become one you visit less often if journeys feel tiring or time-consuming, especially for weekend breaks.

When choosing a location, consider:
• How far you’re comfortable travelling after work
• Whether spontaneous visits matter to you
• How travel feels with children, pets or guests

Many owners find that slightly adjusting their location – choosing somewhere easier to reach rather than “perfect” – gives you far more use and enjoyment.

Victory homes are designed to feel welcoming whenever you arrive, but the easier the journey, the more naturally your holiday home becomes part of your routine.

The Holiday Park Itself: Atmosphere Matters

Once you’ve chosen a region, your chosen holiday park plays a major role in how your holiday home feels day to day.

Some parks are lively and social, with facilities and activities at the centre of the experience. Others focus on space, privacy and a quieter pace. Neither is better, it simply depends on what suits your lifestyle.

When viewing parks, think about:
• The overall atmosphere and pace
• The balance between facilities and open space
• How ownership works and how well the park is maintained

Our range holiday homes and holiday lodges are designed to suit a wide variety of park styles, giving you flexibility to choose an environment that genuinely feels right – whether that’s vibrant and social or calm and understated.

Pitch Position: The Finer Details That Elevate Your Experience

Even within the same park, pitch location can dramatically change how your holiday home feels.

When choosing your pitch, consider:
• Views and outlook with open space, countryside or sea views
• Sun direction and how you’ll use your decking
• Privacy levels and foot traffic nearby

Whilst our homes and lodges are designed to work with their surroundings, a well-chosen pitch allows features like glazing, decking and layout to truly shine.

Letting, Longevity and Future Flexibility

For some owners, letting is part of the plan, either now or in the future. If that applies to you, location becomes even more important.

Popular destinations with year-round appeal often provide:
• Consistent demand
• Flexibility in usage
• Long-term value

If renting out is on your mind, we have the perfect guide for you: ‘Rules and Regulations for Letting a Holiday Home’.

Final Thoughts 

The best holiday park location is one that continues to suit you as your lifestyle evolves.

By choosing a setting that aligns with how you want to spend your time and pairing it with a Victory holiday home or holiday lodge designed for modern, flexible living, you create a place that feels easy, rewarding and genuinely yours. You can find our range of homes and lodges at our nationwide provides at Haven, Darwin Escapes, ParkDean Resorts and Hoseasons.

Why not contact us to book a showground visit to find your perfect location and buy your dream holiday home or holiday lodge?