Long Term RV Rental: What You Need to Know

By Laura Falin
Renting an RV

RVshare is uniquely suited to help people whoneed a long term RV rental for an extended trip, for temporary housing, or for an event. Long term RV rentals may not get as much attention as rentals that last a week or two, but there are many reasons people need a long term RV rental. Let’s look at the different circumstances that might require a long term RV rental, and at how RVshare can provide assistance.

Long term RV rental for an extended trip

You and your family may be searching for a long term RV rental for the extended trip of a lifetime. Now that a lot of jobs allow for remote work, and kids can do schooling from the road, families have a chance to be more mobile during the year. If you want to try a monthly RV rental for an extended trip, here are a few things to keep in mind.

1. Check with the listing owner to make sure they do long term RV rentals

The first step to renting long term is to make sure the owner actually offers rentals for the length of time you want. Some listings have a maximum trip length. But also, some owners are willing to discuss extending that length. If you find a rental you like, reach out to the owner to see if they would be open to you renting for a longer period of time.

2. See if there are discounts for renting longer

Some owners also offer discounts on the rental fee if you rent for a longer period of time. See if the owner lists – or if you can negotiate – a fee for a weekly or monthly RV rental. In fact, many owners offer a higher discount the longer you rent.

3. See if there are mileage fees

Chances are you’re planning to cover a lot of ground if you’re planning an extended trip. Many listings include a certain amount of mileage per day for free with the rental, but going over that amount may result in a mileage fee. That’s usually a small fee per mile. But if you go many miles over the daily allotment, that can add up quickly! You’ll want to add that excess fee to your budget as you plan.

4. Consider what’s included in the rental

Take plenty of time to go over your RV rental if you’re renting it long-term. You might be able to do without a missing object for a weekend, but on a months-long journey, you’ll want to make sure you’re not missing anything. You can use an RV checklist to ensure you have everything you need for your trip.

5. Consider a short trip to get started

Try camping somewhere nearby for a night or two before embarking on an epic trip. This allows you to get used to your rental RV. If you do have any problems or questions, you’re close to the owner and can work out any kinks. This also allows you to make sure you have everything packed for your longer journey.

Long term RV rental for temporary housing

RVshare also works to partner owners with people who need temporary housing after a disaster. RVshare has a Disaster Response Solutions Team that works with 501c3 non-profits. The company assists private people and federal, state, and local governments. First responders and personnel who need housing while helping with a crisis and people who have lost homes in that crisis can both be connected with RV owners willing to rent to them.

Often, RVshare can also arrange for owners to deliver and set up RVs for those who need them.

Having a place where workers and those affected by disaster have not only a bed, but a bath and shower, a living area, and a kitchen and dining space can make things more convenient for them. It can also be a comfort for people to have a space to cook, some storage, and a place to relax or work.

Long term RV rental for events

RVshare can also partner owners with those who want to rent an RV long-term for an event. Many kinds of events require long-term rentals for people who want to be there from start to finish or who are working the event itself.

Types of Events

RVshare can assist owners and renters looking for temporary accommodations for:

  • Corporate events like NASCAR or sporting events
  • Music festivals
  • Film productions
  • Weddings
  • Aviation events
  • Tailgating events

What is an Event Partnership?

An event partnership means RVshare will take care of finding housing for on-site event staff, vendors, artists, executives, or anyone else who needs to be present for the event. RVshare has experience with the unique challenges of on-site housing for events. Anyone who needs on-site housing could be a good fit for the program.

What is Offered in an Event Partnership?

RVshare will handle all the logistics of on-site housing for an event partner. They’ll take care of booking, picking up, and setting up the RVs and will handle any maintenance or repair issues. Event coordinators can also become affiliate partners and will get a commission by selling RVshare Turnkey RV Packages to guests coming to the event.

If you’re looking for a long term RV rental for an extended trip, for housing after a disaster, or for an event, RVshare has hundreds of options and can help with your booking!