{"id":6203,"date":"2017-05-25T08:19:30","date_gmt":"2017-05-25T08:19:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/?p=6203"},"modified":"2017-07-12T08:04:21","modified_gmt":"2017-07-12T08:04:21","slug":"2017-willerby-lymington-static-caravan-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/2017-willerby-lymington-static-caravan-review-6203\/","title":{"rendered":"2017 Willerby Lymington static caravan review"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brand new for 2017, Willerby\u2019s Lymington range is pitched at the family holidaymaker.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Willerby\u2019s Lymington static caravan is available in three models: 29ft x 12ft 2-bedroom, 35ft x 12ft 2-bedroom (our review model) and a 35ft x 12ft 3-bedroom version.<\/p>\n

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The caravan is clad in aluminium as standard in Willerby’s Sandstone colour.\u00a0 There are other cladding options available as extras, including Canexel in various shades, vinyl, real timber and you can also specify environmental \u2018green\u2019 exterior and window frames.<\/p>\n

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One thing that immediately draws the attention is the lack of a main front patio door – with the Lymington having a small bay with twin windows and opening top lights.\u00a0 There are four windows down each side (all double glazed) and the main access door is to the right, looking from the front.\u00a0 The caravan has a pitched roof and the usual downspouts, guttering and bargeboards \u2013 all in uPVC for low maintenance and longevity.\u00a0 There\u2019s an external light fitting near to the door.<\/p>\n

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The Lymington is mounted on a strong steel chassis and a fully galvanised one is available – which we\u2019d highly recommend to withstand the extremes of the weather.<\/p>\n

Entering the caravan, you step into a fairly conventional layout of an open plan lounge and kitchen.\u00a0 Although the windows at the front are relatively small, the colour scheme of whites and creams together with the high, vaulted ceiling give the impression of a light and spacious room.<\/p>\n

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The area in front of the bay has a long built-in sofa which contains a pull-out bed for occasional use.\u00a0 This is carried around on the left into the comfortable dining area, with a rounded corner wooden table and twin upholstered cylinder stools for the kids. The table itself is free-standing and so can be moved anywhere it\u2019s needed.<\/p>\n

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Opposite the dining area is a chimney breast with an inset gas fire and to the right, a low unit for the television with plenty of storage for digi boxes, DVDs and games.\u00a0 The lounge is fully carpeted in a light brown, which contrasts nicely with the light wood finish and accent colour of teal. There’s plenty of space on the walls for artwork and the whole room has been designed to give the owner an opportunity to personalise it with their own touches and taste.<\/p>\n

On the basic Lymington models, there’s just a gas powered heater for hot water but (as on our review model) a full central heating system can be installed as an option for \u00a31830.\u00a0 We feel that for the extra money this would be well worth doing as it opens up the use of the caravan into the cooler winter months, thus getting the very best value from your investment.<\/p>\n

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The kitchen is C-shaped and is complete with an array of various cabinets both under the countertops and mounted on the wall. They’re in a similar light oak to the lounge furniture and have a nice contrasting slate coloured countertop. There\u2019s a stainless steel sink with mixer tap in the usual position under the window and a double cavity gas oven with hob and grill to your right, above which is a glass splashback.<\/p>\n

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On the opposite wall, near the door, is a free-standing fridge\/freezer and a useful cupboard for cleaning materials.\u00a0 Options for the kitchen include an integrated under-the-counter fridge, a microwave oven and an extractor hood. \u00a0All these things sound as if they should already be fitted, but the pricing of the Lymingtons is keen and directly aimed at a budget, so they can always be retro-fitted over time.<\/p>\n

The usual central door leads you into the sleeping accommodation on the Lymington. It\u2019s narrow, but well lit with a well-placed central light fitting.<\/p>\n

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The first room to your left is the twin bedroom. This room is usually designed for the children but Willerby haven\u2019t skimped here as there’s plenty of space to walk between the two beds.\u00a0 There\u2019s a centrally placed table with storage under and a nice set of floating shelves for nick knacks on the wall above. Bedding and d\u00e9cor is light, again with that teal accent colour and at the foot of the bed is a small but adequate wardrobe with hanging rail. A wider than usual window allows the maximum light to enter the room.<\/p>\n

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On the opposite side of the corridor is the family shower room with a walk-in double shower cubicle with sliding glass door and thermostatically controlled shower head.\u00a0 You get a stylish handbasin mounted on a thick shelf with a towel rail in front and a mirror above.\u00a0 On the three bed Lymington you actually get a separate toilet compartment which some people may prefer.<\/p>\n

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Across the back of the caravan is the double master bedroom and en-suite. A bright, airy room, with a king sized double bed slightly off set on the rear wall.\u00a0 Twin bedside tables (one larger than the other) have shelves and again you get those attractive floating shelves above the bedhead.\u00a0 At the foot of the bed is a dressing table with shelf, stool and mirror and with a set of shelves to one side.\u00a0 A double wardrobe is also fitted.<\/p>\n

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A door leads off the bedroom to a small, but adequate en-suite with a toilet and handbasin.<\/p>\n

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Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Willerby Lymington is a well-built and nicely designed holiday caravan that should find favour with young families.\u00a0 The accommodation is both roomy and stylish and with plenty of optional extras it can be upgraded as and when the budget allows.<\/p>\n

Plus Points<\/strong><\/p>\n