You just pull the front edge down to form a sleeping pod at bedtime. Look for a well designed bed, with a flat sleeping surface. Ensure it has the right level of support for your body, especially your back and neck. A good campervan company should encourage you to lie on the bed prior to purchase. Many of our friends say that they sleep better in their campervan than at home.
DOGS NEED BEDS TOO
Penny’s living requirements included her dogs, Harry and Jasper, who were competing around the country all year round. She says, “I used to go to weekend ‘Heelwork to music’ dog agility and obedience events in a little VW Caddy van with my Westies Jasper and Harry. It was not relaxing setting up camp and packing it all away. Dog events involve long days waiting around and competing, and we all ended up tired. To solve the problem, first I looked at buying a big tent, but then I decided to specify a dogfriendly campervan.” Penny worked with us to design exactly what she needed. Now she has had her Volkswagen Caledonia MPV for two years and it’s made events far more comfortable. “The dogs took to the camper immediately. To get them into their crates for safer travelling, I’d encourage them with food treats. They soon jumped in.” Penny also uses her camper for holidays and to visit her friends and family.
CONNECTIVITY & WORKING FROM YOUR CAMPERVAN Post-pandemic, flexible home working is still an option for many, and one many have decided to take hold of. A campervan can be a great location for
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