There is something really special about packing up and hitting the road in search of an adventure. We have enjoyed vanlife for many years, and the kids love nothing better than heading out on a campervan road trip. If you are thinking of hiring a campervan or motorhome in the UK, here is everything you need to know about Yescapa, Europe’s largest camper sharing platform. I have also included some of our favourite camping destinations in the UK!
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Why do we love vanlife?
Well the answer is simple. We love the spontaneity that vanlife brings. We love spending time outdoors as a family, exploring new places, and the freedom that vanlife brings whilst still having our home comforts with us. Our campervan is always packed ready to go with our bedding, toiletries, kitchen equipment and pantry items already in the van. We really do just throw in a few packing cubes with our clothes in, some fresh food and then we hit the road..
Campervan rental with Yescapa
But what do you do if you are thinking about buying a motorhome or campervan and haven’t quite made the leap yet? Or maybe you are nervous about the significant cost of purchasing your own vehicle? If you do not own a campervan yet, you may wish to hire a motorhome or campervan to experience the wonders of vanlife. You may own a campervan and find that you do not use it as much as you thought you would, and hope to hire out your home on wheels to allow others to experience the wonders that life on the road brings. This is where Yescapa comes in.
Yescapa is similar to an Airbnb but for campervans and motorhomes. It is a perfect concept for owners who may want to recoup some of the cost of owning a campervan, and is ideal for individuals who may want to try campervanning, or do not own a campervan and want to experience life on the road. Yescapa brings both parties together in a simple way!
Yescapa is Europe’s largest camper sharing platform: around 12,500 vehicles in almost all of Europe: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Great Britain, Spain, Belgium, France, Portugal, Italy. Yescapa offers a large variety of different vehicle types too. You can find motorhomes, to self build campervans to off road vehicles with a roof tent; there is something for everyone.
Choosing to use a camper sharing platform can take the stress out of renting out a vehicle. The camper sharing platform provides a selection of vehicles for travellers to choose from. Furthermore, Yescapa offers comprehensive vehicle cover to both the vehicle owner and the renter, in addition to 24-hour breakdown cover.
Renting a campervan or motorhome
Here is a step by step guide to finding your perfect vehicle with Yescapa.
- Search for your vehicle. Once you’ve found one that you feel is good fit, you can then create an account for free and send a no-obligation reservation request.
- After the vehicle owner has confirmed your request, you can pay via Yescapa’s secure payment page. Here you will also receive the rental contract and, of course, the insurance confirmation.
- You can then contact the owner to plan your trip and arrange the handover. On the day of departure: the owner will show you around, hand over the deposit (if not already paid) and then sign the rental contract.
- Start your road trip and enjoy the open road and adventure that awaits you!
So you have rented a campervan in the UK, now what?
There are so many wonderful destinations that all the family can explore in the UK and beyond…. Here are a few of our favourite family friendly places to take the campervan in the UK
Cornwall
With miles upon miles of glorious coastline, Cornwall really does have it all. There are so many spectacular beaches in Cornwall and you can try their hand at surfing, body boarding, sailing, or paddleboarding to mention a few. Visit Cornwall for the laid back vibe, scenic coastal walks, rugged beaches, quant villages and the array of shops and eateries.
One of our favourite campsites in Cornwall is Trevallas Manor Farm campsite situated in the countryside, halfway between Perranporth and St Agnes.
THE LAKE DISTRICT
Another favourite of ours is a campervan stay in The Lake District. Camping in the Lake District is extremely popular and it easy to see why. There is a huge choice of campsites, whether you are searching for a lakeshore view over Lake Windermere or Ullswater (Ullswater is a firm favourite of ours) or a campsites near to the hustle and bustle of shops and pubs. Here you will find an abundance of outdoor and indoor activities for all the family to enjoy. We love nothing more than a stay at a lakeshore campsite with the paddleboards. There really is no place quite like it.
One of our favourite campsites is Coniston Park Coppice campsite with direct access to Coniston water.
NORTH WALES
I could write about North Wales forever and it is an area we absolutely love to spend time in. We love collecting shells in Llanbedrog, paddleboarding in Anglesey, waterskiing in Abersoch or chasing waterfalls in Snowdonia National Park. There is something magical about North Wales, once you visit…you just have to keep on going back.
One of our favourite campsites is Lyn Gwynant campsite offering lakeside camping in Snowdonia
DORSET
Visit Dorset and you will find breathtaking scenery, historic sites of interest and of course the Jurassic Coast (declared a World Heritage Site). Dorset really does have it all. You will find a huge choice of campsites available including breathtaking countryside campsites, or coastal campsites offering that perfect base for an activity holiday or that much needed R&R.
One of our favourite campsites in Dorset is Durdle Door Holiday Park
DEVON
Full of natural beauty, culture and history, Devon is the place to inspire adventures! You can find the most stunning beaches, or hike the moors and tors of Dartmouth and Exmoor. Not to mention the beautiful towns and villages to explore. There are so many campsites to choose from in this wonderful county to offer a wonderful base for you to explore.
One of our favourite campsites in Devon is Dornafield Campsite in South Devon
SCOTLAND
One of our favourite campervan holidays was a road trip to Scotland with the kids. we travelled the west coast of Scotland in our VW T5 stopping off at Glasgow, Loch Ness, Loch Lomond, Arisaig and Skye. If you are thinking about taking a campervan around Scotland, just do it…you won’t be disappointed. You will find ancient heritage, incredible pristine beaches, castles, and mysterious lochs. Not to mention the incredible scenic roads along the way!
One of our favourite campsites on our road trip was Sunnyside Croft Touring Site in Arisaig, Scotland
Yescapa are currently offering a £30 discount on every vehicle booking made until 31/10/22 with the code FALLFORFUN2022
Disclosure: This post has been written in collaboration with Yescapa