John Reich Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 I am looking to work remotely and live fulltime in my RV. I've seen mobile internet access plans discussed often and people who will be working FROM their RV. That stuff is important to me for a backup. But as I am travelling with small children, working from my RV would only be a practical last resort. I would like to find parks that ideally have a clubhouse or similar area where I could set up and work during the day. Has anyone seen these or done this? Any tips for finding parks that offer such accomidations? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 Yours is a question that I do not recall having seen discussed before, but I wonder if most parks might not object to your doing your work in the clubhouse, but am not sure. I think that you might be wise to contact a few parks just to see what reaction you get from them about working in the clubhouse. Most RV parks today do at least have a common area where wifi is available to customers. Bandwidth could be an issue, depending upon what type of work you are doing. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandsys Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 My experiences with park wifi were not good ones. It was important to us that we have decent bandwidth when we wanted it. So we bought a plan that worked for us. But, we didn't have to deal with kids while working. You might have better luck finding parks with programs for kids so they can be the ones to leave while you work. Linda Sand Quote Blog: http://sandcastle.sandsys.org/ Former Rigs: Liesure Travel van, Winnebago View 24H, Winnebago Journey 34Y, Sportsmobile Sprinter conversion van Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trostberg Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 I have a lot in an Escapee Coop Park and there is a clubhouse with WIFI available. There is really no private area to setup to work but I was able to setup a workspace in my shed as a leaseholder. However when school started I could not hold a connection long enough for internet phone calls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 (edited) A subgroup of the Escapees RV Club is the Xscapers group. There are typically on the younger side and many have children. Many also work from their RV so they may be able to answer you questions. I believe they have an active Facebook site. https://www.escapees.com/community/xscapers/ Also, you would need your own wifi setup and not rely on RV parks. This couple could help to answer questions. They are also Xscapers. Look under their Technology link for good setup info: https://www.technomadia.com/ I really doubt a RV park clubhouse would let you set up a workspace daily. The clubhouse is used for activities. Edited July 30, 2021 by 2gypsies Quote Full-timed for 16 YearsTraveled 8 yr in a 2004 Newmar Dutch Star 40' Motorhome and 8 yr in a 33' Travel Supreme 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandsys Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 1 hour ago, 2gypsies said: I really doubt a RV park clubhouse would let you set up a workspace daily. The clubhouse is used for activities. So instead of having kids playing you might have women knitting and chatting, men having discussion groups, someone teaching yoga classes, etc. Quote Blog: http://sandcastle.sandsys.org/ Former Rigs: Liesure Travel van, Winnebago View 24H, Winnebago Journey 34Y, Sportsmobile Sprinter conversion van Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trailertraveler Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 12 hours ago, John Reich said: area where I could set up and work during the day. What do you need to setup? If it is just a laptop and a notebook or clip board, I have been to a number of parks that have club houses that would be suitable when activities are not scheduled. Some have had ethernet connections for internet. As mentioned, band width could be an issue depending on your needs and the park's system. In some areas (Las Cruces, NM is one) there are Wifi Access Points identified as CableWifi. Two years ago the speed was consistently 30MBS+. You log in using your account from a provider such as Spectrum, Xfinity, etc. If the park has long term residents that have Xfinity internet their router may be transmitting a public access point. In my experience speed varies from about 5MBS to as high as 30MBS. Not sure if Spectrum and others do this also. I think Xfinity still sells access to their Wifi system without a home account. Some parks have pay for Wifi that has a high speed no limit option. The last one we used was in North Carolina from Sky Best. The speed was 15MBS+. Cost was $60/month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXiceman Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 We have found that the ethernet connections in the rec room is not all that reliable and park WiFi varies from barely OK to ...just -forget-it. There are ways that you can use a router with multiple connections t increase band with from multiple phone MiFi or hotspots. Parks are really not set up for you to conduct many hours of business on there internet connection. Ken Quote Amateur radio operator, 2023 Cougar 22MLS, 2022 F150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road, Sport trim <br />Travel with 1 miniature schnauzer, 1 standard schnauzer and one African Gray parrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Reich Posted July 30, 2021 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 To clarify, I'm not depending on the WIFI, but would ideally likea place to set up multi-monitors. I would have my own internet if needed, but I dont require alot of bandwidth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 Some workers on the road have toy haulers and have it set up as an office. That may be an option for you. Quote Full-timed for 16 YearsTraveled 8 yr in a 2004 Newmar Dutch Star 40' Motorhome and 8 yr in a 33' Travel Supreme 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollinbrian Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 We removed and sold the couch that covered the width of the back of the trailer. Then replaced it with an Ikea power sit/stand desk w/pedestal type seat and a nice recliner chair. Plenty of room for my two laptops and a giant curved 4k monitor. Quote 2017 Jayco Designer 37rs "Fiona" 2007 Volvo 670 "Henry" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lappir Posted July 30, 2021 Report Share Posted July 30, 2021 2 hours ago, John Reich said: To clarify, I'm not depending on the WIFI, but would ideally likea place to set up multi-monitors. I would have my own internet if needed, but I dont require alot of bandwidth. I have been to multiple RV Parks over my years of travel and have not found one that would accommodate your desire every day. Some might allow it for a short time, but unless you are camp hosting or doing work for the park, I don't see it happening on a routine basis. Best option is to set up a room with a door in your RV and set work time as the door is closed, do not bother. Similar to you actually leaving the rig. Not knowing what you are traveling in, if that's even possible. Good luck, Rod Quote White 2000/2010Volvo VNL 770 with 7' Drom box with opposing doors, JOST slider hitch. 600 HP Cummins Signature 18 Speed three pedal auto shift. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross retired to a sticks and bricks garage. Brought out of storage the summer of 2022 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport S Two door hard top. 2007 Honda GL 1800 2013 Space Craft Mfg S420 Custom built Toyhauler The Gold Volvo is still running and being emptied in July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadpreneur Kimberly Posted January 27, 2022 Report Share Posted January 27, 2022 Check out Verde Ranch RV Resort. They have about 4 different RV resorts around AZ and California. Last time we were there, several people were working out of the clubhouse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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