My cousin and her husband bought one of these destination trailers for a permanent spot. The RV dealer that sold it to them brought it to that site and helped set it up. Another thing about living in these permanent spots with a destination trailer as many of these places to keep from looking trashy require that you have a new trailer, Every 10 years some may go more than that, but they like the trailers to look nice.
My parents had one for many years on a site they owned at an RV Park in Gatlinburg, TN, UT stayed there immobile. It was a great way for them to spend 6 months there and 6 months at home once they stopped pulling a trailer around the country.
stayed at a few of those in AirBNB type rentals in warmer locations. They didn't look like they ever getting moved - solid cinderblocks underneath, tie down straps. Yeah, probably a way to built something fast and affordable.
I have a destination model and it’s parked. I really like the room in here. Lots of space for the grandkids when they come, and my XX-large dog bed fits in the bedroom. My bathroom is also very large.It’s like well done tiny home on steroids. But I absolutely would not travel with it and will continue to use my travel camper for that. I’m glad I got this over the fifth wheel I had originally thought to park in my space. Very happy with my decision on this.
You made me smile at your choice of “a more efficient build”…very diplomatic! Lots of shortcuts at those price points…I’d be worried it would rattle apart on parts of I40!
They are actually more solidly constructed than most travel trailers. They use a lot of wood frame in the construction, which is cheaper than other options but also heavier, which is why most travel trailers have a little wood in the as possible, to keep weights down so all the people with gutless nissans can still tow one.
My 40ft Skyline Nomad with 3 slides has been on the same permanent site along the Mississippi river for 12 years. It sits on cement blocks and skirted like a mobile home.
I am commenting from my 2020 Salem Grand Villa 42DL. We are in a campground in Northern Michigan with a dozen or so friends and family also here. I work remotely so I am able to stay here a week or two every so often. It is not as comfortable as my home office with quad monitors and great chair. It has 2 lofts, my daughter uses one and the other is used for storage. We love our destination trailer.
I saw these all over our local RV dealer’s lot this summer and kept thinking how the H3LL does someone toe that monstrosity. I even took a picture and sent it to my husband in disbelief these things were seriously being sold. Thanks for this video and discussion!
Our 42 foot destination was delivered with a 2017 Dodge 2500 long box diesel with air bags. The driver didn't think it was an issue. I would not pull it more than from one site to another in the same park with my Chevy 2500 Diesel.
I just purchased one September 2024, we towed it with my brothers, 2022 dodge ram 2500. It towed great, but felt like a wind sail slowing you down and use a lot of fuel. Got it home unhooked it from the truck and use the 38 hp tractor to set it in place. Works awesome
The dealership that I worked at before retiring, sold quite a few destination trailers and probably 40 percent of them were ordered with residential toilets and NO tanks. And you are right, even the transport drivers tried to avoid hauling these from Elkhart, IN to dealers all over the country. And you left off that quite a few people are buying these to LIVE IN on property they own. SCARY!!!
@@nia6849 Because these are very poorly constructed trailers and quite a few are riddled with problems. If you want those problems fixed under warranty, great, all you have to do is take it back to the dealership you purchased from.......RIGHT! And 2nd, these are RECREATIONAL VEHICLES made for recreating in NOT living in. Park models and mobile homes are designed and built to live in, NOT destination trailers. That's why.
The ones you showed Jason were very nice! Some looked like fifth wheels others looked like small homes. If I could I would get me one for sure and just set down somewhere as a vacation home. Thank you Jason for this video. And showing these. Hope you all have a great weekend and Labor Day! I will be watching your podcasts this weekend. Tonight or tomorrow morning. See you soon!
I purchased a 2024 Timberwolf Cherokee 39ALBL at the Orlando, FL RV show a few months ago and have been living in it full time. So far it’s been parked at the same location but I have been curious about the possibility and challenges of traveling with it.
I'm surprised those park models only weigh 12,000 pounds. My 21 foot pickup camper weighs that much. I'd expect something that is 45 feet long to be a more substantial build.
Have you done a video on why campgrounds are stating a custom made Transit camper van, year 2022 are not allowed to camp in the park because it does not have a RVIA sticker? We are running into issues specifically trying to camp on the west coast. KOA's too. This is so bogus as our van is probably safer than any manufactured rig.
When I saw the thumbnail for this video for some reason I thought you were dressed like Flo from the Progressive commercials. And that’s my Halloween idea for you and your family… do a Live all dressed like the Progressive people.
Destination Trailers, Park Models and Tiny Homes. Just three industries preying on the people that just don't know enough about build quality and transportation realities, much less lot rent and rent increases.
I wouldn't get anywhere near one of these shoddily-made things. You're so much better off building a small cabin that becomes an appreciable asset with much more of everything. And then rent a place at a vacation destination and you'll still come out ahead.
If you're camping at state parks and traveling a lot you should not be using this type of trailer. I've seen this more and more. I just don't get it. Not only that but I'm seeing so many being towed by vehicles that shouldn't be towing it.
My cousin and her husband bought one of these destination trailers for a permanent spot. The RV dealer that sold it to them brought it to that site and helped set it up. Another thing about living in these permanent spots with a destination trailer as many of these places to keep from looking trashy require that you have a new trailer, Every 10 years some may go more than that, but they like the trailers to look nice.
My parents had one for many years on a site they owned at an RV Park in Gatlinburg, TN, UT stayed there immobile. It was a great way for them to spend 6 months there and 6 months at home once they stopped pulling a trailer around the country.
I owned a park model as my primary home for a few years in the mid 90's, loved it, tiny living before it was popular.
Thanks for explaining. I was curious about them and you answered my questions well.
My pleasure!
stayed at a few of those in AirBNB type rentals in warmer locations. They didn't look like they ever getting moved - solid cinderblocks underneath, tie down straps. Yeah, probably a way to built something fast and affordable.
I have a destination model and it’s parked. I really like the room in here. Lots of space for the grandkids when they come, and my XX-large dog bed fits in the bedroom. My bathroom is also very large.It’s like well done tiny home on steroids. But I absolutely would not travel with it and will continue to use my travel camper for that. I’m glad I got this over the fifth wheel I had originally thought to park in my space. Very happy with my decision on this.
I just hope it holds up for you. 🤷
I think these are great for people that have land in a remote location that can add their own power and septic system. Instant cabin in the woods.
You made me smile at your choice of “a more efficient build”…very diplomatic! Lots of shortcuts at those price points…I’d be worried it would rattle apart on parts of I40!
They are actually more solidly constructed than most travel trailers. They use a lot of wood frame in the construction, which is cheaper than other options but also heavier, which is why most travel trailers have a little wood in the as possible, to keep weights down so all the people with gutless nissans can still tow one.
My 40ft Skyline Nomad with 3 slides has been on the same permanent site along the Mississippi river for 12 years.
It sits on cement blocks and skirted like a mobile home.
I am commenting from my 2020 Salem Grand Villa 42DL. We are in a campground in Northern Michigan with a dozen or so friends and family also here.
I work remotely so I am able to stay here a week or two every so often. It is not as comfortable as my home office with quad monitors and great chair.
It has 2 lofts, my daughter uses one and the other is used for storage. We love our destination trailer.
I saw these all over our local RV dealer’s lot this summer and kept thinking how the H3LL does someone toe that monstrosity. I even took a picture and sent it to my husband in disbelief these things were seriously being sold. Thanks for this video and discussion!
Our 42 foot destination was delivered with a 2017 Dodge 2500 long box diesel with air bags. The driver didn't think it was an issue. I would not pull it more than from one site to another in the same park with my Chevy 2500 Diesel.
I just purchased one September 2024, we towed it with my brothers, 2022 dodge ram 2500. It towed great, but felt like a wind sail slowing you down and use a lot of fuel. Got it home unhooked it from the truck and use the 38 hp tractor to set it in place. Works awesome
Looking pretty chilled tonight. Great info as always.
Much appreciated
The dealership that I worked at before retiring, sold quite a few destination trailers and probably 40 percent of them were ordered with residential toilets and NO tanks. And you are right, even the transport drivers tried to avoid hauling these from Elkhart, IN to dealers all over the country. And you left off that quite a few people are buying these to LIVE IN on property they own. SCARY!!!
Why you said scary. Explain in details if possible.
@@nia6849 Because these are very poorly constructed trailers and quite a few are riddled with problems. If you want those problems fixed under warranty, great, all you have to do is take it back to the dealership you purchased from.......RIGHT! And 2nd, these are RECREATIONAL VEHICLES made for recreating in NOT living in. Park models and mobile homes are designed and built to live in, NOT destination trailers. That's why.
Not scary if you’re trying to save money and this is cheaper in our current economy then apartment living 😂
The ones you showed Jason were very nice! Some looked like fifth wheels others looked like small homes. If I could I would get me one for sure and just set down somewhere as a vacation home. Thank you Jason for this video. And showing these. Hope you all have a great weekend and Labor Day! I will be watching your podcasts this weekend. Tonight or tomorrow morning. See you soon!
Have a great Labor Day weekend,
Sherri!
@@RVMiles
Thank you I will!
Good information. I knew what the difference was to me, but it’s helpful to have it clarified.
Glad it was helpful!
One could buy some inexpensive property Somewhere, USA and, depending on zoning, setup a permanent residence with one of these.
I purchased a 2024 Timberwolf Cherokee 39ALBL at the Orlando, FL RV show a few months ago and have been living in it full time. So far it’s been parked at the same location but I have been curious about the possibility and challenges of traveling with it.
Great info as always, Jason. Thank you! Hadn't thought about renting the truck.
You bet!
Great video tonight. Love watching your channel.
Thanks for watching!
I'm surprised those park models only weigh 12,000 pounds. My 21 foot pickup camper weighs that much. I'd expect something that is 45 feet long to be a more substantial build.
A 21' 12,000 pound pickup camper?
So far, I really like my little timber wolf 16ml.
Good explanation.
Thanks!
I was not familiar with these, thanks!
Very welcome!
LOL Mr Athletic on the sidewalk behind you having a smoke to offset his fitness activities
Those lofts look great on the floor-plan and from outside. I never see anyone in one. Are they hot? Is it like climbing inside a space capsule?
The ones I have been in, the loft ceilings are only maybe 4 feet high (?). Good for kids I guess. Maybe some of them are higher.
So would you say that a fifth wheel has a higher quality to the build? My wife and I are considering one for 4 seasons.
Have you done a video on why campgrounds are stating a custom made Transit camper van, year 2022 are not allowed to camp in the park because it does not have a RVIA sticker? We are running into issues specifically trying to camp on the west coast. KOA's too. This is so bogus as our van is probably safer than any manufactured rig.
Gotta be the Safari Alto..
When I saw the thumbnail for this video for some reason I thought you were dressed like Flo from the Progressive commercials. And that’s my Halloween idea for you and your family… do a Live all dressed like the Progressive people.
Destination Trailers, Park Models and Tiny Homes. Just three industries preying on the people that just don't know enough about build quality and transportation realities, much less lot rent and rent increases.
If we only moved 5 times a year and permanent the remainder of the year would this be an okay option?
@@kyleekuhl2981 definitely, as long as you have the truck to tow it
I thought it was an advertisement for a vacation destination!
Good info and video except for Smoky Joe hanging out side your studio window.
@@hickey13 yeah…and he’s on a LOT you didn’t see…ugh
Considering they haven’t made a decent chassis sine the pandemic. Don’t know about this?? PS, awesome mattresses 🎉
Hope they are better constructed than a Grand Design fifth wheel!
The way these cheap trailer frames on other models are bending I wouldn’t want one to haul very far.
I’ve got trust issues with the industry now
I wouldn't get anywhere near one of these shoddily-made things. You're so much better off building a small cabin that becomes an appreciable asset with much more of everything. And then rent a place at a vacation destination and you'll still come out ahead.
How do they differ from a ‘mobile home’? Is this the ‘classier’ version 😂?
Mobile homes have to be built to a HUD code, so they're actually built to a much higher standard.
If you're camping at state parks and traveling a lot you should not be using this type of trailer. I've seen this more and more. I just don't get it. Not only that but I'm seeing so many being towed by vehicles that shouldn't be towing it.
They are not my cup of tea.