Ownership
What ownership at Pickmere actually means
The ownership model
Buying a holiday home is a considered purchase. Before you visit, here is exactly what it involves — the season, the costs, the rules and the process.
Buyers who understand the detail early make better decisions, and are better placed to judge whether Pickmere is right for them. At Pickmere Lake you purchase your lodge or holiday home outright. Your home sits on a private plot within the park, and you pay an annual site licence fee covering ground maintenance, use of shared facilities and park management.
This is a leisure ownership model, not residential property ownership. You hold the home; the land remains part of the park.
Season lengths
Two season structures, so you can use your home for most of the year
Lodges
11.5 months
Holiday homes
10.5 months
Running costs
A clear view of what a year of ownership costs
Buyers often tell us running costs are the least transparent part of park ownership, so we address it directly.
- Annual site licence fee — covers grounds maintenance, shared areas and park management
- Electricity and gas, metered to your own plot
- Buildings and contents insurance for your home
- General upkeep and maintenance of your own unit
Site fees are reviewed periodically and may be adjusted to reflect inflation, utility pricing, tax changes or continued investment in the park. We provide full cost detail before you proceed — not after.
Who it suits
Ownership here works best when…
- You want a privately owned lodge or holiday home in Cheshire for regular personal use
- You value a quieter, better-managed park over entertainment-led facilities
- You plan to use your home for weekends, extended stays or long stretches of the season
- You want ownership that is straightforward, personal and long-term
- You are drawn to the wider lifestyle offered by The Farm Club nearby
It is less suited to buyers looking for subletting income, high-density park amenities or full-time residential use. Being direct about that saves time on both sides.
Park rules
A few simple rules that protect the place
- Homes are for personal leisure use only — by you, your family and your guests
- Subletting and commercial letting are not permitted
- Pets are welcome, subject to responsible ownership
- Business use from your home is not permitted
The process
From first enquiry to ownership, in five straightforward steps
There is no pressure at any stage. If Pickmere is not the right fit for your situation, we will tell you that clearly.
- Step 1
Book a private viewing
We show you the park and the homes currently available, at your pace.
- Step 2
Discuss your requirements
Budget, season preference, and whether new or pre-owned suits you better.
- Step 3
Review the full detail
Costs, season length, fees and any rules relevant to your plot.
- Step 4
Select your home or plot
From existing stock or, in some cases, a tailored specification.
- Step 5
Complete the purchase
Paperwork and handover managed directly with our own team.
Resale
Selling your home, stated up front
Owners may sell at any point, subject to the park's sales and transfer process. Depending on the age and condition of the home, it may be sold privately on the park with park approval, or removed off-site.
A transfer fee of 15% of the sale price — subject to a minimum of £2,000 — applies when a home is sold on the park. This fee is payable by the buyer on completion. We state it now because buyers deserve to know before they purchase.
Next step
Arrange a viewing with us in Cheshire
If the ownership model above fits what you are looking for, the best next step is to visit. We will show you available homes, discuss the costs openly and let you see the park and its surroundings for yourself.