What is a Park Model RV?
The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) defines park model RVs as “a unique trailer-type RV designed to provide temporary accommodation for recreation, camping, or seasonal use.” Nearly 70 percent of park model RV owners place their units within a few hours’ drive from their primary homes for weekend getaways.
Difference Between Park Model RVs and "Tiny Homes"
While “tiny homes” have gained popularity, there are key differences between them and park model RVs:
Construction Standards: Many tiny homes don’t meet any specific code requirements, whereas Athens Park Model RVs adhere to the stringent ANSI-A119.5 code for park model RVs.
Placement: Park model RVs can be placed on private rural property, RV campgrounds, and resorts across most states. In contrast, many campgrounds and resorts don’t accept tiny homes due to inconsistent quality and safety standards.
Financing and Insurance: The RVIA park model RV label on Athens Park Model RVs makes them easier to finance and insure.
Features and Benefits of Park Model RVs
Affordability
Park model RVs are built in environmentally controlled facilities to maximize efficiency and minimize costs. These "homes away from home" are packed with amenities in a compact space, making them a budget-friendly option. Learn more about financing options here.
Flexibility
Park model RVs can be customized to reflect your personal design tastes and fit various locations. Whether you want a warm winter retreat, a cool summer spot, or a place near your favorite camping, hunting, or fishing site, park model RVs offer the versatility to meet your needs.
Full-sized Amenities
Park model RVs feature full-sized kitchens and bathrooms, ensuring you don’t have to compromise on essential comforts.
Park Model RVs offer full-sized amenities such as kitchens and baths, ensuring you don't have to compromise on essential comforts. These homes are designed to provide the same level of convenience and luxury you would expect in a traditional home.
Kitchens
Modern Appliances: Equipped with full-sized refrigerators, stoves, ovens, and microwaves.
Ample Counter Space: Designed with plenty of countertop area for meal preparation.
Storage Solutions: Includes cabinets and pantry space to store kitchen essentials.
Bathrooms
Spacious Showers and Bathtubs: Offers comfortable, full-sized bathing options.
Storage: Vanities and linen closets provide ample space for toiletries and linens.
Additional Features
Climate Control: Equipped with efficient heating and cooling systems to maintain a comfortable temperature year-round.
Laundry Facilities: Many models include washer and dryer hookups or even built-in units.
Energy Efficiency: Features like Low E windows and upgraded insulation help reduce energy costs while maintaining comfort.
Park Model RVs ensure you enjoy all the comforts of home, making them perfect for extended stays or seasonal living.
Full-sized amenities
Park Model RV Lifestyle
RVIA surveys indicate that park model RV owners share several common traits:
Active Lifestyle: Owners enjoy activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking, boating, water skiing, bicycling, birdwatching, antiquing, gardening, and dancing.
Love for Scenic Locations: Park model RVs are commonly set up near lakes (45%), hunting and fishing areas (39%), commercial recreation/theme parks (29%), mountains (21%), oceans (17%), and deserts (16%).
High Satisfaction: 97% of owners would recommend the park model RV lifestyle. They report high satisfaction with the purchase process, particularly with the information provided before purchase and the delivery and setup process.
Proximity Preferences: Some owners place their RVs close to home (within 50 miles), while nearly a quarter choose locations over 1,000 miles away.
Drawn to beautiful vistas. Owners set up their park model RVs across a variety of terrain, including:
Lakes (45 percent)
Hunting and fishing areas (39 percent)
Commercial recreation/theme park (29 percent)
Mountains (21 percent)
Ocean (17 percent)
Desert (16 percent)
Satisfied. 97 percent of park model RV owners planned to recommend the park model RV lifestyle to friends and neighbors. They’re also very happy with the purchase process — with “information obtained prior to purchase” and “delivery and set-up” pulling in high satisfaction marks of 9 out of a possible 10 in both categories.
Where they want to be. Some park model RV owners set up their dwellings relatively close to home — less than 50 miles away — but nearly a quarter of them set them up more than 1,000 miles away from their primary residence.
Park Model RV Features
Exterior:
Athens Park Model RVs are constructed with high-quality siding options including:
Smart Panel
Smart Lap
Cempanel
Cemplank
Residential vinyl
These materials can be stained or painted to achieve a durable, rustic appearance.
Options to add a porch or loft to enhance outdoor living space and storage capacity.
Interior:
All Athens Park Model RVs share exceptional construction features, including:
Tape, texture, and paint, or VOG walls
Textured ceilings
Extra high sidewalls and ceilings
16-inch on-center exterior walls and floors
House wrap, Vinyl Low E windows, and upgraded insulation for energy efficiency
Every model is designed to deliver the distinctive look and quality you deserve, ensuring you don't have to sacrifice comfort when you escape the everyday.
About Athens Park Model RVs
Inside and out, Athens Park Model RVs embody the quality craftsmanship and superior construction often found in high-end residential vacation homes. Their striking features include:
Beautiful Siding Options: Practical and visually appealing, available in various materials and finishes.
Spacious High Ceilings: Enhancing the sense of space and openness.
Flowing Floor Plans: Designed for optimal storage, efficiency, and comfort.
The secret to producing the gold standard among today’s park model RVs lies in decades of experience, thousands of satisfied customers, and an unwavering dedication to excellence.
Park Model RV Innovation
The unsurpassed quality of every Athens Park Model RV results from innovative manufacturing processes and a commitment to outstanding design.
Each unit is crafted in an environmentally controlled, state-of-the-art facility by skilled craftsmen using only the finest materials. This environment allows for precise control over the assembly system, achieving the strict efficiency and effectiveness standards that make our RVs both affordable and exceptional. It also ensures rigorous quality control throughout the production process.
Such innovation is especially vital when building green dwellings. Click here to learn more.