Looking to get out there and enjoy the beauty of autumn? If you like the benefits of a vacation via camper but don’t have a big pickup truck to haul it, one of Williamson Auto & RV’s Starcraft Travel Trailers, the 2021 Starcraft 19BH (bunkhouse) or the 182RB (rear bathroom), might be perfect for you. Both units weigh just 3,440 pounds and can be towed by a smaller SUV, and either would be ideal for a couple but could easily accommodate a small family.
2021 Starcraft 19BH
2021 Starcraft 182RB
These compact campers have all of the features of a larger RV — a prep kitchen, a queen bed, a full bathroom complete, a convertible dinette and plenty of storage — but in an efficient, lightweight design that still manages to feel spacious at eight feet wide. They feature a similar floorplan and footprint, but the 19BH includes a set of two twin bunk beds and a shower while the 182RB trades those out the bunks for additional storage and a roomier bathroom with a small bathtub. If you’re camping with kids or another adult, the full-size dinette converts from a four-seater table to a twin bed. The kitchen’s stove, microwave and full refrigerator will allow you to create meals like you do at home, and the comfortable queen bed means you’ll get a great night of sleep.
Floorplan 2021 Starcraft 19BH
Floorplan 2021 Starcraft 182RB
If your Chevy Equinox, Nissan Pathfinder, Toyota Highlander or other midsize SUV can’t manage the full weight of a larger camper, the Starcraft Travel Trailers 19BH or 182RB could be your answer. These units currently rent for an affordable $115 per night, and we offer discounts for longer rentals. However, we expect these campers to book out weeks or months in advance, so if you’d like to start planning your vacation with one of these RVs in mind, reach out today!
Williamson RV Rentals LLC, is centrally located between Indianapolis, Louisville and Cincinnati in Scipio, Indiana, convenient to tons of great vacation destinations. We currently have 16 recreational vehicles available for rent and offer both onsite pick-up and delivery to your campground, so we’re ready to help you create an enjoyable getaway. Drop us a note to learn more about these great campers or make your reservation online! We look forward to helping you get started on your next adventure.
Now that spring has arrived and COVID-19 restrictions have begun to lift, you may be ready to stretch your legs and head out on your next adventure. Fortunately, an RV vacation offers a great opportunity to do just that. Williamson Auto & RV, LLC, has a wide range of recreational vehicles, campers and travel trailers ready for you to rent, and one option you may want to consider is the Rear Living Room Jayco Trailer.
Some RVs cram a lot of features into a tiny footprint, crowding the interior and making guests feel cramped. This layout takes the opposite approach and puts the focus on spacious accommodations while still providing all the necessary amenities. Featuring a queen bedroom on the front end and a large living space at the rear, this 30-foot travel trailer was designed for two people to live in roomy RV luxury, but a foldout sofa and convertible dinette tucked in a slideout create enough sleeping space for another guest or two to join your adventure.
The generous living area features an entertainment center with a TV on one end and a big bay window at the rear with the kitchen running along the back wall. A pair of big, comfy swivel chairs sit in front of the rear window, allowing you to enjoy wide-open views of your natural surroundings or just lounge together in front of a movie. The kitchen includes a full RV refrigerator, a stove with oven, a microwave, a sink, plenty of counter space and a convenient pantry, plus pots and pans, plates, silverware and cooking utensils. You’ll also find a full bath with shower plus storage space in the bedroom, so there’s room for everything you need.
This unit also comes equipped with folding outdoor lounge chairs, a folding outdoor table, outdoor mats, campfire cooking and grilling tools, a coffee pot, a cheeseboard and more. As with all Williamson rentals, we include bed linens, towels and paper products. This RV can be towed by a large SUV or truck, so you have the flexibility to unhitch once you get set up at your campground to go on daytime excursions.
The Rear Living Room Jayco Trailer currently rents for $130 per night, and we offer discounts for longer rentals. You can find us in Scipio, Indiana, centrally located between Indianapolis, Louisville and Cincinnati, and you can pick up this RV at our location or we can deliver it to your destination. Get in touch to learn more about this great RV and start planning your getaway! We look forward to helping you get set up for your next adventure.
The Kentucky Derby is considered “The Greatest Two Minutes in Sports,” and if witnessing it live is on your bucket list, you might consider making your trip to Churchill Downs an RV adventure. Normally held on the first Saturday in May, the Derby has been moved to September 5 this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, so you still have time to plan your trip for 2020.
After you get your tickets to the event, you’ll want to reserve a spot close to the action. Your closest option is Derby Park Campground & RV Park, just a few blocks away from Churchill Downs. In addition to partial hookups, the park offers a homestyle breakfast to its guests on Derby weekend. Also within walking distance, the Kentucky Expo Center opens up its parking lot during Derby weekend and offers electric hookups and basic amenities.
A few miles away, the Louisville North Campground has full hookups, tent sites and camping cabins plus onsite amenities like a game room and playground for the kids. A little further north, Add-More Campground in Clarksville has 35 acres of shade trees plus a fishing pond as well as full hookups. On the south side of town, the Louisville South KOA Campground features all the familiar amenities of this national chain as well trails leading to a historic Native American cave dwelling.
If you prefer the surroundings of a park, Charlestown State Park is about half an hour away on the Indiana side of the river. It features full and electric-only hookups plus opportunities for hiking, fishing, picnicking and more.
There are several other RV parks available a bit further afield, but plan accordingly and leave plenty of time to get to Churchill Downs. Onsite parking needs to be reserved in advance, and taxis and rideshares will be very busy.
Reserve Your RV
We currently have sixteen units in our fleet at Williamson RV Rental LLC, ranging from a four-person, 21-foot travel trailer to a seven-person, 40-foot Class A RV, so there’s something available that will work well for your group. Keep in mind your plans for getting around town as you make your reservation. You can tow a travel trailer to a campground and then unhitch it so you can drive untethered to the track, or you could tow your car behind one of our drivable units. In any case, RVs go fast for Derby weekend, so you’ll want to make your reservation early. Contact us to discuss your needs and we’ll set you up with a great unit perfect for your getaway.
After you’ve got your accommodations plans squared away, go find your big hat! The Kentucky Derby is truly an unforgettable experience, and we look forward to helping you make a weekend full of memories with your loved ones.
Looking ahead to your next vacation? It’s never too early to start making plans, even if they need to be a bit flexible for the time being. If you’re thinking of an RV getaway and want to stay at a campground, it’s worth doing a bit of research beforehand to make sure you pick the perfect camp site and get the ideal spot.
Choose Your Campground
Campgrounds run the gamut, from backcountry locations with only primitive, walk-in tent sites to fully connected RV sites offering cable hookups, so you’ll want to make sure you choose with your camping intentions in mind. Some campgrounds are secondary to the destination while others are a real destination unto themselves. Think about whether you want to stay at the campground throughout your vacation or just use it as a place to rest your head after a day’s adventures out and about.
A campground with more amenities and attractions on site may be more appealing for those looking to stay in place. Some campgrounds feature playgrounds, swimming beaches, arcades, snack bars, dog parks and more, while others offer more basic accommodations and leave the focus on the surrounding nature. Theme parks and other major attractions often have onsite campgrounds as well, so you’ll really find a wide range of possibilities.
You may also want to check on details like wifi availability, enforced quiet hours, fireworks policies, pet friendliness and other things that may make or break your camping experience. Online resources like Recreation.gov for federal public lands, state park websites for state-owned campgrounds, and KOA.com and the like for private campground networks allow you to search by location and amenities so you can find the best place for your group. State and local tourism websites also provide great information to help you narrow down your options and plan your trip.
Size It Right
Camp sites are not all created equal, and since campers and RVs aren’t either, you’ll need to pick a site that can accommodate your vehicle(s). A teardrop trailer or popup camper requires significantly less space than a grand Class A RV. Most campground websites include information on what lengths of vehicles each site can fit, but you may need to call the campground host to ensure you choose correctly. Slideouts might also be a factor. Depending on the size of your group and how much time you expect to spend outside your camper, you may also want to pick a site with plenty of picnic tables and room to stretch out. Satellite View on Google Maps can help with this.
Hookups Available
Often, you don’t need to connect to utilities, especially if you’re just pulling over for the night mid road trip or boondocking at an off-the-grid location. Your battery can handle a few lights for a night, and you can go for a bit without emptying your waste tank. But if you’re staying for a few days at a campground, you may want the creature comforts available in your RV.
RVs usually run on 30- or 50-amp systems, and you’ll need to know which your RV requires to choose a site that can accommodate it. Water connections are more straightforward, but you’ll want to figure out in advance how you’ll be able to evacuate water and waste. A “full hookup” means the site offers electric, water and sewer connections, whereas a “partial hookup” indicates electric and water connections only. In that case, you’ll need to discharge your wastewater at the campground’s communal dump station at the end of your stay.
Proximity and Accessibility
Do you want a central spot close to your campground’s shared facilities or would you rather be tucked away in a quieter back corner? Older campers, families with young kids, and campers with limited mobility who will be using the campground’s bath house may want a spot nearby to shorten the walk, but that does mean you’ll have others frequently walking past. Groups with kids may want to consider a spot near the playground.
Another factor to consider is the surface and levelness of your camp site. Paved sites are usually pretty level, and they accommodate wheelchairs and strollers well. Other sites have gravel or grass surfaces, and you may need to level your camper before you get too comfortable. All Williamson RV Rentals LLC, rental units come with leveling blocks, and some of our drivable RVs feature automatic leveling systems.
Finally, take a look at your campground’s map or Satellite View on Google Maps to see whether you’re looking at a pull-through or back-in site. Back-in sites, especially those on the edges of a campground, often feature more privacy from other sites. On the other hand, pull-through sites are a lot easier to manage for drivers unused to backing up a trailer or a large RV.
In a nutshell, think ahead about how you envision your camping experience, and learn as much as you can about the campground you’re considering and the differences in the sites available there to make sure you know what to expect. Enjoy your trip!
Looking forward to your next RV vacation? Now’s a great time to start making plans. Williamson Auto & RV, LLC, has a variety of recreational vehicles, campers and travel trailers with different capacities and amenities, so you’ll be able to find something perfect for your adventure. One option to consider? The Thor Chateau.
The Thor Chateau
At 27 feet long, this Class C unit is perfect for just a couple or it can sleep up to seven people but stays compact enough to fit in nearly all parks and campgrounds. Since it’s drivable, you don’t need a heavy-duty towing vehicle to transport it, and you won’t have to worry about hitching and unhitching or backing up a trailer. All-in-one units like this are perfect for road trips — there’s no need to arrange multiple hotel stays or pack and unpack your suitcase at every stop, and you can pull over anywhere for the night and crawl straight in the back without even needing to step outside.
Features
The unit features four beds, a full kitchen and a full bathroom, so you have everything you need for a fully equipped home away from home. The sleeping accommodations include one 60” x 74” queen-size bed with linens and pillows, one 54” x 87” double bed with linens and pillows over the cab, a 32” x 66” pullout sofa and a 42” x 68” fold-down dinette. The queen and double beds can easily fit two adults each and the dinette and sofa beds could each fit one shorter adult. Alternately, the dinette could sleep up to two children and the sofa bed can easily fit one child, so the unit can hold a group of adult friends or a family or two with small kids. A couple could also rent the unit, use the bed over the cab for extra storage, and keep the sofa and dinette intact for a spacious, convenient home on wheels.
The kitchen includes a refrigerator, three-burner stove, oven and sink, and it comes equipped with pots, pans, utensils, paper towels and more. The bathroom holds a toilet, sink and small shower and includes towels, washcloths and toilet paper. Overall, this unit offers the creature comforts of home plus the ability to go wherever your adventure wants to take you.
The Thor Chateau currently rents for $210 per night, and we offer discounts for longer rentals. We’re centrally located between Indianapolis, Louisville and Cincinnati in Scipio, Indiana, and you can leave your vehicle here during your rental or we can deliver the unit to you. Get in touch to learn more about this great RV and start planning your next getaway! We look forward to hearing from you soon.
With COVID-19 throwing the economy into a tailspin, we’re all looking for ways to bring in some extra income. Fortunately, if you own a recreational vehicle (RV), you can generate a return on your investment by renting it out when you’re not using it. We at Williamson Auto & RV, LLC, specialize in RV consignment and serve as property managers for RV owners seeking to rent out their campers without any of the hassle.
An RV can be a major expense, and it might seem like it’s not worth the outlay if you’re only using it a few weeks a year. Why not offset some of the costs of ownership and generate passive income while your camper would otherwise just sit idle and unused? Owners of RVs who choose to work with us benefit from hands-off renting while still being able to use their camper whenever they wish.
What is included in RV Consignment?
When you list with us, we take over all of the day-to-day responsibility. We market your unit to targeted audiences and handle all customer inquiries. We provide storage for your RV, process bookings and meet with customers for RV pick-up and return. We show customers how to hook and unhook water, electric and sewage lines, and overall how to work the unit. When needed, we deliver units to customers at their home or destination. Between rentals, we clean your camper in and out, change out the linens, replenish supplies and take care of all the turnover logistics. You just leave the keys with us and watch money show up in your bank account after every rental.
We’re always looking to add new units to our fleet and are specifically looking for Class A and Class C drivable units at this time. Whether you’ve already made the investment in an RV or are considering buying one and looking to reduce the overall cost, give us a call and we’ll grab a coffee and chat. Your investment is our investment, and we’d be happy to discuss the process with you and answer any questions you might have.
