Fenced site

[Russellvh]

I have been looking at a lot of Parks lately for a possible long term location. I saw pictures, on the internet, of a park with each site having a wooden fence on 3 sides and a metal gate in front. Has anyone ever stayed in a location with this set up. On one hand it seems safe and secure but on the other it’s almost like a hermit type of location and unfriendly. Also, if someone did want to break in or whatever, they would have plenty of time to break in or steal something and no on to see them.

 

[Rich W.]

would be good though if you had dogs…

 

[Russellvh]

would be good though if you had dogs…

Unless the fencing just makes them bark more or if the owner never picks up the s_ _t.

 

[Russellvh]

Well I have solved my own question. I drove by the Park in question. About 1/3 of the sites had weeds knee high instead of grass. Another 1/3 had part grass and part dead grass. I did see only 1 lot with a dog and it was standing at a site gate. About 1/2 of the sites had piles of junk on the utility side between the RV and the fence. There was parking outside each site lot and several had 3 + cars parked at the gate. Several of those looked like they didn’t run.

I don’t think this is the type of Park I’m looking for.

 

[Deer Springs RV Park]

I have been looking at a lot of Parks lately for a possible long term location. I saw pictures, on the internet, of a park with each site having a wooden fence on 3 sides and a metal gate in front. Has anyone ever stayed in a location with this set up. On one hand it seems safe and secure but on the other it’s almost like a hermit type of location and unfriendly. Also, if someone did want to break in or whatever, they would have plenty of time to break in or steal something and no on to see them.

Several of our sites are set up to give the pouch some "off leash time" with his humans. I wouldn't consider it a solution for "long term", as the fenced in area is only on the deck. But just thought I'd toss it in for reference.

 

[Russellvh]

Beautiful site. Wish you were in N. Texas.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

Beautiful site. Wish you were in N. Texas.

Maybe he Will be in the future, He was buying in Florida I heard!

 

[LMHS]

If it weren't for the fact that I added a fence (42" high) alongside my bus, my dog would NEVER be able to go outside.

 

[Rich W.]

Parks absolutely must be well managed and have high standards or they devolve into a collection of personal junk yards. The park I bought into earlier this year has a few occupants that are a bit wide of the mark, but for the most part it is neat and clean with no junk, no indoor furniture outside, no excess vehicles or golf carts or trailers, etc. If it was dumpy I wouldnt have even considered it. As it is I’m working with them to clean up some vegetative waste along one border with my equipment and time. They want to maintain high standards, higher than in the past. That makes a big difference to me.

 

[LMHS]

I do have to wonder, why "buy into a park" when you can buy a place of your own? But I have different criteria than the majority of the people on this forum (and others).

 

[Russellvh]

First I would not be buying into the Park. I just want to park long term in one site. May be the rest of my life if I find the right location or I can move periodically. I’m turning 75 and starting to consider not traveling full time.

Also, I am retired living on Social Security and investments. I owned a “house” for over 40 years. I have no desire to own land or a “house” at this time. Craving Simplicity.

 

[AbdRahim]

Are we talking buying a lot, where you own it? Or, permanently renting a lot, but you own what you put on it?

The problem I have seen with buying a park model, for example and paying lot rent forever, is no equity. The other problem is when the park is sold and the new owner doubles the lot rent. It then becomes unaffordable for some and now they have to sell this expensive park model on a bvery expensive lot -or find somewhere to which they can move it.

 

[Russellvh]

Sorry if my terms or thoughts are confusing.

What I am wanting to do is Park my 5th wheel on a sight. I want to be able to stay there for month to month. I expect to get water and sewer plus I expect to pay electricity. I want the Park, or county, to not have any restrictions for how long I can stay (as long as the Park owner and I are happy with each other. I do not want a lease over 12 months. But, I want the lease renewable as long as parties are happy with each. The lease is not required, I’d be happy with month to month.

I’m really not looking for equity at this time in my life. The part about if the Park gets sold is a very valid concern. Depends on “due diligence”. Location, price etc.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

I do have to wonder, why "buy into a park" when you can buy a place of your own? But I have different criteria than the majority of the people on this forum (and others).

Your not alone, to bad most locations don't accommodate that thinking! Look at your land contract and see you are listed as a tenant! Think you really own anything???