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A Yellow Sands owner for nearly 20 years – Here’s John’s story…
3-Minute Read | by Naomi, Marketing Manager, Coast & Country Parks
There’s no better way to understand holiday home ownership than hearing it from someone already living it. We sat down with John Mardon – one of Yellow Sands Holiday Park’s longest-standing owners – to find out what keeps him returning to the Somerset coast, season after season, for nearly two decades!
Meet John: A Yellow Sands Owner for 18 Years
John Mardon has been a holiday home owner at Yellow Sands Holiday Park in Brean, Somerset for 18 years – and this is his second van on the same site. What started as a getaway became a way of life, filled with memories he wouldn’t trade.
“My name is John and I’ve been an owner here for about the last 18 years. This is my second van on this site. I’ve got a lot of happy memories here.”
Hear what he has to say about his Ownership Experience…
Wondering what it is really like to own a holiday home at Yellow Sands Holiday Park?…
Here’s John Mardon sharing his experience of holiday home ownership, from making lifelong memories to enjoying the stunning coastal location and welcoming community, discover what has kept John returning year after year.
"Owning your own home gives you the independence, the freedom to have a different sort of life. When you've been down here... even for a week - when you go back, you'll feel like you've had a good break."
- John Mardon, Yellow Sands owner for 18 years
Direct Beach Access: The Yellow Sands Difference
Nestled behind the golden dunes of Brean Sands in Somerset, Yellow Sands Holiday Park offers something increasingly rare – direct private access to seven miles of sandy beach. No road to cross, no car park, no crowds. For John, the proximity to the beach is one of the park’s biggest draws, and it’s become part of his daily routine.
“The closeness of the access to the beach – I like that. I do try every morning to walk on the site, weather permitting…”
The Freedom to Just Go…
One of the things John values most is the simplicity of it… the ability to escape whenever the mood (or the weather) calls.
“It’s an hour and a quarter drive for me down here. If the weather’s nice, I can just jump in the car and drive down – independent. It’s a change from the humdrum back home.”
That ease of access, combined with the 10-month open season at Yellow Sands, means owners like John can make the most of the park well beyond the summer rush.
Ownership That Supports a Fuller Life
“I’m into my ninth year of recovery from a stroke. I’ve got to try and keep my fitness up and get my movements back. So yes, I do try every morning to walk on the site, weather permitting.”
It’s a reminder that holiday home ownership can offer something deeper than just a place to relax – a routine, a change of scene, and a sense of independence that’s hard to put a price on.
“Owning your own home, it gives you the independence, the freedom to have a different sort of life than you’ll get in your everyday life back home. It’s a change. And when you’ve been down here – even for a week, when you go back, you’ll feel like you’ve had a good break.”
About Yellow Sands Holiday Park, Brean, Somerset
Yellow Sands Holiday Park is an owner-exclusive park tucked behind the dunes of Brean Sands on the Somerset coast. Owners enjoy direct private access to seven miles of golden sandy beach – one of the longest stretches on the English coast. The park has been welcoming holiday home owners for over 30 years, and ownership here remains in high demand. Here’s what’s included:
- Direct private access to seven miles of Brean Sands golden beach
- Self-contained caravans and lodges for families, couples, and retired owners
- 10-month open season for maximum holiday flexibility
- Flexible ownership and payment options
- Well-maintained, secure site with cameras and coded barriers
- Family-run park with nearly 40 years of experience
- Ideal base to explore the Somerset coast, Cheddar Gorge, Exmoor, and more
Holiday Homes for Sale at Yellow Sands Holiday Park
Ownership opportunities at this beachfront Somerset location are rare. Browse our currently available static caravans and lodges, or register your interest below to be the first to hear about new availability.
Static caravans and lodges from £21,995 | 10-month season | Direct beach access
Register Your Interest in Yellow Sands
Availability at Yellow Sands is limited and moves quickly. Fill in the form below to be the first to hear about upcoming static caravans and lodges for sale, and a member of our ownership team will be in touch.
📞 Call Chris, Director & Head of Sales: 07429 848451
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Discover our most frequently asked questions....
Are there any other costs or fees when purchasing a holiday home?
No! There are no fees or costs when purchasing a holiday home, like solicitors or estate agents fees. The entire sales process is handled directly by the team on park.
Could also add that all caravans are priced sited, connected and with decking included (unless otherwise stated).
Is it subject to Stamp Duty?
No, because it is a holiday home and not a residential property, it is SDLT exempt.
What are site fees?
Site fees are an annual charge when owning a holiday home that assist with the smooth running of the holiday park. They cover things like the security and maintenance of the grounds and waste management.
Do Site Fees Increase over-time?
Our pitch fees only increase in line with inflation annually, in accordance with our Trade Association, HARPA. For the 2026 season, our average increase in annual pitch fees across our parks was £140.
What are the ownership running costs?
Your only costs to ownership are your utilities and insurance. We also offer WIFI as an additional cost, but it is completely optional if you don’t want it.
How do the utilities work when it comes to ownership?
This is also in accordance with our trade association and Ofgem, we can only recharge our owners for utilities at the same rate we are charged by our energy suppliers. You are only ever charged based on your usage and meter reads…
Do I need to pay council tax?
No! Council tax is not applicable to holiday homes on holiday parks, and the equivalent business rates the park pays are included in the annual site fees.
Do I need a separate TV License?
No, this will fall under your primary residential property.
Can I stay on park before buying, similar to ’try before you buy’?
Absolutely, in most of our parks, we have holiday lettings. We would recommend coming for a holiday with us first, to make sure this is the perfect holiday home and holiday park for you.
Can I rent out my holiday home?
Your friends and family are more than welcome, but it cannot be a holiday let. We offer a quieter atmosphere on holiday parks, with familiar faces of other holiday home owners. If all owners could sublet, we wouldn’t be able to guarantee that all owners could manage their guests as well and respectfully as each other. This also allows us to keep our site fees lower. If there were more owners renting out their holiday homes, we would need to have a bigger team, which would increase your site fees.
What costs are there if I decide to sell?
There are no upfront costs when selling for things like marketing. Our commission for selling your holiday home is only due once the sale has been completed.
