Offer your campervan as accommodation.

Present the pitch as part of the stay

First, explain where the campervan will be parked during the stay and that it will remain there. Is the location on private land, amongst other accommodation options, or on a site with communal facilities? Guests should be able to understand the accommodation situation without having to infer a changing location from photos of a previous trip.

An exterior photo should also show the immediate surroundings. Are there other vehicles or accommodation units nearby, is there a path in front of the door, and which area forms part of the accommodation? A tightly cropped image can obscure these relationships. An additional overview helps to realistically gauge distances, paths and the actual usable outdoor space.

Describe the arrival process for guests travelling with their own luggage. Where do they arrive on the property or site, and how do they reach the motorhome? If a private car cannot be parked directly next to it, mention the actual parking facilities, if you know of any. A vacant space shown in a photograph should not be interpreted as a reserved pitch.

Show day and night layouts separately

In a campervan, a seating area can serve as a dining area during the day and as a bed at night. You should therefore describe both configurations. Which beds are permanently made up, which need to be converted, and can the table still be used at night? Two clear photos often answer these questions better than a single overview shot of the tidy interior.

Specify the type and accessibility of the sleeping areas. A raised sleeping area accessed by a ladder, a bed fitted across the width of the vehicle, or a sleeping area with limited headroom are all significantly different from one another. Reliable measurements can be helpful. At the same time, indicate which side the bed is accessed from and whether another person needs to get out of their own bed to do so.

The number of seats in a vehicle is not the key factor for this stationary offering. The focus is on the actual number of sleeping places provided and the living arrangements on site. Also describe storage space and any walking distances involved. Guests should be able to visualise how several people with travel bags can make use of the small space without a journey being part of the experience.

Clearly identify the bathroom and on-site facilities

Explain whether the toilet and shower are to be used inside the campervan or whether facilities are provided on-site for this purpose. Describe both separately if their use is organised differently. A built-in bathroom may be visible in photos, even though it is not available as part of the accommodation on offer. This distinction must be clearly stated in the text.

For shared facilities, provide details on how to get there and how they are actually used. Is the toilet block right next door or a little further away? Are the facilities shared with other guests? Only show the facilities that are provided for this listing. Pictures should not give the impression of a private bathroom if it is a communal area.

Describe a small bathroom as it actually is, without making it appear larger through photos. If the shower and toilet share the same compact space, this is useful information. Guests do not need a detailed guide to the vehicle, but rather a clear idea of where they can wash and get ready during their stay.

Explain the available facilities in everyday language

State exactly which kitchen facilities are actually available when the vehicle is stationary. These may include cooking facilities, a fridge, a sink and crockery. The mere presence of fitted equipment does not constitute a guarantee of its use. Therefore, do not simply describe the vehicle’s original fittings, but rather the specific facilities you actually make available to guests at the fixed location.

Electricity, water and heating should also be described from the guest’s perspective. What lighting and sockets can be used? Can the living area be heated? Are there any special features regarding the water supply? Avoid technical terms without explanation and far-reaching promises. A brief, clear description of the actual condition is usually sufficient for guests to make their arrangements.

Check what you will be providing yourself and what guests need to bear in mind during their stay. On-site briefings can make day-to-day life easier, but they are no substitute for a clear basic description. The listing should make it clear from the outset whether the facilities are comparable to those of a standard flat or whether there are specific restrictions that form part of the offer.

Don’t treat the outdoor area merely as a backdrop

A table in front of the campervan can significantly alter the usable living space. Therefore, specify which items of furniture are available and whether the area is exclusively part of this listing. An awning, a porch or an open seating area are different scenarios. Describe only the facilities that will actually be set up and available for use during the period offered.

If outdoor furniture is subject to weather conditions, the text should not suggest a fixed layout. Inside, too, it must remain clear how guests can eat or sit together when they are not using the outdoor area. A series of photos taken on sunny days does not automatically convey this aspect of the stay. You should therefore make a conscious effort to highlight the practical interior space.

Clearly categorise images of the surroundings. A lake, a viewpoint or a communal area are not the same as the private space immediately adjacent to the campervan. Visible bicycles or other items should not appear to be part of the included equipment. This page deals with stationary accommodation; additional rental offers are not derived from it.

Prepare a coherent description and keep it up to date

Plan availability to suit the fixed location and your own use. If you take the campervan for yourself from time to time, the accommodation on offer must actually be available again for the dates you’ve made available. Before you start, check the sleeping arrangements, utilities and outdoor space together. This ensures that the photos, description and price match the specific accommodation in question.

On BookNoFees, you can list your campervan as overnight accommodation free of charge. You select the type of accommodation during the listing process and add a description, photos, details, a calendar and the price. You then submit the listing for review. Ensure that your description is consistently aimed at guests who wish to stay on-site, and make the stationary nature of the offer clearly recognisable.