Rent out your camper. Make money as a camper owner

Weekend camping trips, increased remote work, and the popularity of workation have all altered our perceptions of life, work, and travel. People were yearning for nature and a slower, more sustainable way of travel, which increased the popularity of motorhome, campervan, and caravan ownership. If you own one of these, you may not realise that it can also be used to generate passive income.

Despite or because of COVID-19, new motorhome registrations in Europe increased by 20.8% in 2020 compared to 2019. There were also 160,026 new vehicle registrations. 

The freedom and flexibility of owning a camper vehicle allows you to enjoy your vacation without having to rely on public transportation or worry about hotel reservations. Most campsites in Europe accept motorhomes, campervans, and caravans. In some countries, there are also designated overnight parking spots as well as the option of wild camping.

Motorhomes have a long history, with millions of happy owners. With the freedom of the open road and the ability to be self-contained, meet a motorhomer and they'll tell you that it's the best way to vacation. Is owning a motorhome, however, right for you?

You will never have to pay for vacations again if you own a motorhome. It is possible to move around freely, plan your time as you see fit, and carry more. A motorhome can function as a home, and some people choose to live in them full-time while travelling and working. 

It's also a great way to meet other motorhome owners who are friendly and helpful.

Another significant advantage is that you can take weekend trips and make last-minute decisions—all you have to do is pack your belongings and hit the road.

Travelling by motorhome brings families closer together. They spend a lot of time together in an enclosed space, going on adventures, and sharing meals. You are also welcome to bring your pets along for the holidays!

Motorhomes are a more environmentally friendly mode of transportation because they are self-contained and teach water conservation, which can only be filled and replaced at specific locations. It also entails owning and transporting fewer belongings because there isn't enough room for everything.

Owning a motorhome is fantastic, but if you don't live in it full-time, chances are it sits in your driveway rusting. Not all RV owners are aware that they can rent their RV to others. 

When all of the trips and hotel reservations were cancelled in 2020, motorhome rentals saw a significant increase. People could travel and stay wherever they wanted by renting a motorhome. Some would park in their parents' driveways but sleep in the motorhome rather than in a house. 

This could be the golden age of RV rentals. With companies like Camptoo and Goboony on your side, the process is a lot easier than it appears. This works on the Airbnb model of uploading clear photos of the vehicle with a description, selecting all of the conditions and rules you want to apply to people who want to rent your motorhome, and then sitting back and watching the orders come in. The most significant benefit is that motorhome owners do not have to be concerned about the advertisement, secure payments, deposits, or the condition of their vehicle when it is returned. In exchange, owners must ensure that their vehicles have a current MOT, are insured or eligible for insurance, and have a gas safety certificate.

Despite the costs of maintaining and operating the vehicle, renting it out to others for the time it is not in use will generate additional income.

The Class A motorhome is essentially a full house on wheels that is large enough to stand straight inside, has a full kitchen and bathroom, and sleeps multiple people. It is more expensive than a cheaper motorhome or campervan, but it usually retains its value better. It attracts clients who are more likely to look after it because it is more expensive for renters.

It's critical not to become overly attached to the vehicle you intend to rent. It may be returned with a minor scratch or a broken faucet, despite all the care and careful driving that others will do. You should approach it as if it were a business, and you should be prepared to take the consequences. If you get too worked up over minor dents, renting a motorhome is not for you.

Unless you live in a country with a mild climate and little to no snowfall, expect fewer motorhome reservations in Europe during the winter months.