Our Fantastic Team Has Put Together a List of the Ten Most Popular Touring Caravan Layouts for You to Take a Look At.
1. Transverse Island Bed With a Full-Width End Bathroom
In terms of new caravans, this is arguably the most sought-after design at the moment.
Despite being marketed as 4 berth caravans, couples who seek the comfort of a fixed double bed, good bathroom facilities, a well-equipped kitchen, and ample living space, love this layout style.
Highlights
- Bathroom is ensuite to the double island bed
- Sofa lengths can be varied to offer shorter or two single bed options
- Transverse layout of the double bed keeps caravan length shorter
- Bedroom area offers additional privacy
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2. Single Beds With a Bathroom at the End
This is one of the best caravan layouts for couples who like single beds but still want access to a complete bathroom. The single beds can be the same size or one can be longer than the other.
In most cases, the front seats can be converted into a double bed. One disadvantage is that if you have more than two people staying, the guests sleeping in the front may need to access the bathroom during the night.
Highlights
- This style of caravan is typically longer
- Easy to walk from the living area straight to the bathroom
- Central kitchen may be a little less generous than average and low light
- Some variants have twin single beds to the back and split bathroom facilities
3. Rear Island Bed With Split Bathroom
This layout gives you all the comforts of your own private bedroom at the back, with a shower and toilet split along both sides of the caravan.
The front sofas can be converted into a double bed or, in some cases, two single beds.
Highlights
- Popular island bed style
- Keeps shower and toilet separate
- Bedroom at the back offers more privacy
- Style suits extra-wide and twin-axle body caravans
4. Front Sitting Area With Twin Sofas, a Side Kitchen and Rear Bathroom
This is a traditional 2 berth caravan layout that still works perfectly in a shorter caravan. It comes with short or longer sofas. The shorter can convert to single beds at night, while both variants will offer front seats that can convert to a transverse or lengthways double bed.
The layout of the bathroom varies, but there is always a separate shower.
Highlights
- This is a popular style with couples
- Clever design offers optimal storage and good size bathroom
- Shorter sofas keep weight and body length to a minimum
- One minor drawback is that you must make the beds to use them
5. Two Sofas With an End Kitchen and Corner Bathroom
This is a classic 2 berth design although, with so many new models available, its popularity has decreased in recent years. That said, it’s still an excellent option for a 2 berth style and it has lots of loyal fans.
Highlights
- Sofas convert to a transverse double bed
- Compact design that makes clever use of space
- Bathroom is large enough to accommodate a shower
- Storage and kitchen facilities can be a little cramped
6. French Bed With Two Main Seating Areas
With the introduction of island doubles and twin singles, French beds – which are permanent doubles with a cutaway section at the foot – have gone out of style.
This design is still popular among those who prefer lots of seating with the potential to convert it into additional beds when needed.
Highlights
- Front sofa and side dining area let you switch between dining and sitting
- Mattress is smaller but French bed cutaway gives easy access to bathroom
- Well suited to wider body and twin-axle caravans
- Bathrooms can feel a little cramped
7. L-Shaped Seating Area With Rear Island Bed
If you're not a fan of parallel sofas in your living space, consider an L-shape.
A significant advantage is that it provides lots of leg room. True, some people aren’t keen on sitting with their faces turned inward rather than outward, but that may suit you perfectly, particularly if you love watching TV.
Highlights
- Extra floor space is appreciated by everyone, especially pets
- Some designs offer a windowless wall for a TV
- Having a sunroof can increase daylight
- Dedicated bedroom space makes this a favourite style
8. L-Shaped Living Area With Central Seating, a Fixed Bed, and Bathroom at the En
This is a more unusual style but it works perfectly for some owners.
It has everything you could want with additional seating, a permanent French bed, and a spacious full-width bathroom with a shower.
Highlights
- As well as the permanent French bed, there’s enough space to sleep four more
- Storage tends to be less generous
- Bathroom has a shower cubicle
- Kitchen is smaller with less worktop and cupboard space
9. Multi-Berth With Bunk Beds and Corner Bathroom
There are many variations on rear bunk bed styles, but this is one of the most loved. There's a corner bathroom at the back, as well as permanent bunk beds, which kids absolutely love!
In most cases, you can sleep up to six people. That's because there are two seating areas - a front area with twin sofas and a central dining area that can be converted to singles or a double.
Highlights
- Rear sleeping and seating areas can be sectioned off
- Easy walk through to the bathroom
- Design allows flexible sitting and sleeping areas for up to six people
- Kitchen can sometimes be less generous
10. Front And Rear Living Areas
Before the invention of fixed beds, lots of layouts had front and back seating areas, both of which could convert to beds. This was a popular family-friendly style because it separated the sleeping areas as much as possible.Nowadays, this kind of design is more commonly found on imported caravans, though there are still plenty of older UK-built caravans that feature it.
Highlights
- Interior space offers generous daytime living area
- If you only need a 2 berth you could leave one lounge as a double bed
- This is a great layout for smaller lightweight caravans
- May have less equipment than some other styles
We hope that this list has helped you in some way and that you are now better informed about the different caravan layouts available. Remember, it is important to invest in a caravan layout that will be perfect for your needs. If you have any questions or need more information, please do not hesitate to contact us at Salop Leisure Shrewsbury. Our touring sales team would be happy to help you find the best touring caravan layout for your next holiday.