Resort to Easy Living

You may have considered National Parks, State Parks, and KOA Campgrounds as your RV dwelling destinations, but have you ever considered staying at an RV resort? Have you ever heard of an RV resort? 

There is a great deal to know about RV living including the various types and how they compare to a house or apartment. Three things they all have in common are less interior living space, differing daily chores, and increased social contact. If any of those three are a deal-breaker, please make a U-turn and head back to the land of humdrum residential!

To the remaining readers and lingering curiosities, whether you are looking for a weekend getaway, a snow-bird respite, or a place to call home, we are here to help you explore your options.

"There's a great deal to know about RV living"

RV Resorts: The Mansion

When pulling into a luxury motorcoach resort, it reminisces an idyllic all-inclusive resort. RV resorts often provide plush amenities, such as your own Casita for entertaining, 18 hole golf course, pickleball courts, pools, spas, exercise facilities, cafes, and organized community events. These attractive offers pair nicely with the RV lifestyle, thereby drawing the interest of full-time RVers. 

In fact, the allure of RV resorts has been so strong that a majority of the available lots are now owned by full-timers. That said, if staying at an RV resort is a goal of yours, don't fret! The average full-time RVer tends to also live the Snowbird lifestyle and will leave their lot for months-on-end.

Think of the rental process at an RV resort similar to a timeshare and expect to handle your reservation through the resort itself. It is also important to note that some high-end resorts restrict the type of RV that can stay at their facility. Many upscale RV resorts enforce the "Ten Year Rule," which states that RVs older than 10 years are prohibited. We recommend visiting their website or calling-ahead to ensure a seamless stay.

RV Suburbia: The Family Home

Traditional RV resorts provide commodious amenities without the higher price-tag. This type of stay is only one step-down from luxury RV resorts. They are well maintained, with beautiful landscaping that extends to each lot.

These resorts offer full hookups: water, electricity, sewer, cable, and usually wifi. They will often be located nearby convenience stores, swimming pools, tennis courts, onsite laundry, and more. The atmosphere is comfortable and relaxing and is comparable to a suburban setting. 

The typical residents are similar to the residents at a luxury resort; either long-term or seasonal. The reservation process is typically first-come-first-serve or membership-based. That said, make sure you plan ahead during peak road-trip seasons! 

RV Parks: The First Home

An RV park or campground are both great options for short-term accommodations. The difference between a park and a campground is that parks won't have, or do not permit, tent camping. An RV park, much like your first home, is affordable, and provides essential amenities. 

The amenities you can expect from an RV park are 30 AMP or 50 AMP hookups, water, and most spots have sewer access. Occasionally, parks will have on-site laundry, free wifi, and cable television. RV parks are usually located near travel destinations like theme parks, lakes, or coastal regions. 

There are over 13,000 privately owned RV parks and over 1,600 state parks that cater to RVers in North America. Reservations at these parks can either be made through a membership platform, online or over the phone. 

RV Campgrounds: The Couch Surfer

Visiting a National Park? There is sure to be an RV campground nearby.  The best part about staying at a campground is that the daily hustle-and-bustle is replaced by serene natural beauty. The trade-offs for a beautiful view are a lack of hookups and contemporary amenities. 

You get what you pay for when it comes to RV stays and campgrounds are the most affordable option. Although campgrounds may not have hookups, some have dump stations. The amenities commonly found at a campground are communal picnic tables, fire-rings, and shared bathrooms. 

There is no true typical resident at an RV campground because they change fairly regularly. Campground inhabitants are usually restricted to a 14-day stay. That said, some will permit individuals to stay long-term if they periodically move their unit. Reservations for an RV Park are normally made online or over the phone.