Case Study – Timeless timber lodges at Mercia Marina

            “There are many lodges on the market that absolutely look the part, but they do not compare in quality and longevity to a Pinelog timber lodge.”  Tony Preston, Sales and Marketing Manager, Mercia Marina Village and Park

Mercia Marina Village and Park is one of the most desirable holiday home developments in the UK featuring luxury waterside lodges in idyllic surroundings.

Set in 77 acres of stunning Derbyshire countryside, it is the largest waterside marina and conservation park.

Once a quarry and fishery, the site was transformed into Mercia Marina, a luxury shopping and holiday destination, in 2008. It has since become a premier attraction in the region, drawing 800,000 visitors annually.

In addition to 637 berths on the marina, the park features 52 privately owned two and three bedroom Pinelog timber lodges, 22 of which are available for holiday lets.

Seeking excellence: The search for Pinelog

In 2008 when the site underwent its transformation to a shopping and holiday destination, Mercia Marina sought a lodge manufacturer that could provide high-quality, sustainable, and bespoke timber lodges to complement its conservation park setting.

“Mercia Marina is set in a conservation park so it’s important that everything co-exists. There is so much diverse wildlife here, it was important that we had accommodation that both blended with the environment but was also a luxury space,” explained Tony.

A UK-wide search for a timber lodge manufacturer was found virtually on the doorstep of Mercia Marina. With a commitment to high quality construction, and use of sustainable natural materials, Pinelog was selected as the supplier of luxury timber lodges to the holiday park.

Mercia Marina sells the lodges with the benefit of a 100-year license, which helped make the lodges an appreciating asset, with most owners enjoying a healthy profit should they come to sell.

Tony praised the quality and construction of Pinelog’s lodges: “The construction of a Pinelog lodge is first class in our opinion. In addition to being fully timber clad, they have a glue laminated wooden chassis which, as well as a feature, offers excellent durability. Ensuring long-term value for our customers is paramount.”

Customer-first design: Bespoke lodge solutions

The exceptional customer experience provided by Pinelog continues to impress Tony. He said: “From the beginning, Pinelog has shared our ethos of delivering a superior experience and product, and that extends to the relationships with our lodge owners.

“The fact our customers are able to work directly with the Pinelog team to fine-tune their lodge and make it completely bespoke to them is a big plus point. It ensures complete satisfaction when owners receive the keys to their new lodge.”

Pinelog’s team works closely with customers to create bespoke lodges tailored to their specific needs, whether they are investment rental properties or personal retreats. The flexibility in design allows for customisations such as adjusting room sizes, incorporating personal furniture, and adding features like walk-through closets and spa bathrooms.

“Little things can make a big difference,” said Tony. “A lot of customers have their own furniture that they want to bring to their lodge, so Pinelog will take the measurements and design the interior around it, ensuring that it fits in the rooms and that sockets and light switches are conveniently placed and accessible.

“With the Pinelog team by our customers’ side throughout the design process, virtually anything is possible when it comes to interior design.”

A testament to quality: An investment for owners

Since 2008, Mercia Marina’s partnership with Pinelog has resulted in the successful installation of 52 high-quality timber lodges.

Meeting the luxury and sustainability standards of the Marina, as well as blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings, the lodges have proven to be a valuable investment for owners. As well as consistently delivering a good rental return for owners throughout the year, the lodges also deliver a healthy profit when they are sold.

The unique blend of natural beauty and modern comfort means that many owners view lodge ownership at Mercia Marina as an investment in both value and lifestyle.

“Pinelog has been in the business for more than 40 years, creating both high quality timber commercial buildings and holiday lodges. They know exactly what they’re doing when it comes to not only the product but also customer experience; that’s why Pinelog continues to be a valued supplier to Mercia Marina,“ added Tony.

If you are a holiday park looking for high quality timber lodges that offer your owners an investment in both value and lifestyle, speak to our customer service team today to explore how Pinelog can help.  Call us on 01246 942842, email sales@pinelog.co.uk, or get in touch here