After kitting out your tourer with the caravan essentials, it’s time to start thinking about the luxury caravan accessories you’d like to take away with you. These are the products that can apply that finishing touch to your touring experience, ensuring you have an amazing trip.
After all, you want to be able to enjoy a home-from-home vibe as much as possible when you’re staying at one of the best caravan sites in the UK.
To set you on your way, we’re sharing our pick of some of the luxury caravan accessories that we think will take your trips to the next level, including products from brands such as Avtex, Sony, Coleman and Nebula. Some of the products would also make brilliant gifts for caravan owners if you’re looking for ideas.
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Luxury caravan accessories – our top picks:
Smart TV
A good TV can make all the difference if you want to relax with your favourite shows in the evening, or are touring with the kids and they want to watch some television.
One to consider is the Avtex W195TS, a model that made it onto our best caravan TV guide. This 19.5-inch model only weighs 2.5kg, and lets you watch a range of apps, including Netflix and Disney+, as well as HDTV.
The product, which comes with edge to edge display, also gives you the option of wirelessly casting your mobile phone to it.
Soundbar and speaker
A soundbar perfectly complements a television, making up for any tinny sound quality that slimline TVs can sometimes have.
We’re including a second Avtex product here, this time the SB195BT soundbar. We like the flexibility it provides, thanks to its 12/24v and mains power connectivity, and we think it provides a great way of enhancing your audio experience when you’re on tour.
Whether you choose to use it to boost your TV’s volume or want to listen to music in your tourer, it will have you covered. You can connect it to your TV with a HDMI lead, or to your phone via Bluetooth.
Off-gridding generator
If you’re planning to take your caravan off-grid, a petrol-powered generator can be a real bonus.
One option to consider is the Hyundai HY1000SI. It weighs 14kg and provides a maximum output of 1000w, ideal for powering your TV or similar while you’re enjoying your trip. It comes with both a 230v socket and a 12v DC battery charger, while the LED display is simple to navigate, presenting you with an easy way to keep an eye on its performance. We like that it operates relatively quietly too, running at only 58DB.
Digital projector
Digital projectors are great luxury caravan accessories to consider, allowing you to project films or TV shows onto the side of your tourer or onto the interior of your awning, creating your own mini-cinema vibe. All you need to do is connect it to your laptop or digital device and you’re ready to go.
One such option that we like is the Nebula Mars 3 Air. Offering a clear 1080p display, it’s able to project at up to 150-inches. However, it’s the built-in battery that we think makes it incredibly useful for caravanners, giving them the freedom to watch it wherever they want within their tourer or awning. When Content editor Peter Byrne tried it recently, he found that after watching a film of nearly 2.5 hours, it still had 37% battery left.
You’ll just have to make sure you watch it in a setting with the right lighting – daylight (and sunlight in particular) impacted image visibility, but in dimmer rooms or even with the light on in the evening, the quality was excellent. Sound was also superb, while a good selection of apps, such as Prime and Netflix, can be downloaded directly to the device, allowing it to double up as a smart TV.
Pop-up shelter
If you’re only heading to your campsite for a night or two, it can seem like a lot of hassle to inflate a full awning. That’s where having the option of taking a pop-up shelter along comes in; it’s a practical addition to a shorter touring experience, and opting for one with open sides will mean you get good airflow in warmer weather, while also being able to enjoy some shade.
One option that we like is the Event Shelter XL from Coleman. It offers caravanners a durable and lightweight option for sheltering from the elements, be it the rain or the sun. Plus, its open sides will ensure you get good airflow when temperatures rise. When it’s in position, it covers 4.5m x 4.5m.
Bluetooth speaker
If you don’t want a soundbar and are just looking for a way to improve the sound quality of your music, a Bluetooth speaker could be the answer.
One that we like is the Sony SRS-XB13 – the waterproof product may be small, but it provides a decent sound quality, allowing you to enjoy your music on the go. Providing up to 16 hours of battery life, the detachable strap it comes with can also be used to hang it from a hook in your tourer. Plus, it comes in a selection of colours, letting you find the shade that best suits your caravan’s interior decor.
Fold-away table and benches
If you want to enjoy meals outdoors when you’re at your campsite, you won’t want to be without a fold-away table. There are a number of products out there, but you’ll want to make sure the option you go for doesn’t eat into your payload.
One to consider is this model from Coleman, which only weighs 8.4kg. The table can be folded in half for easy transportation, and comes with two bench seats which are stored inside when they’re not in use. The case also comes with a handle, making transportation easier than ever.
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A vacuum
Why have I included a vacuum on my list of luxury caravan accessories? Because it’s not something you may automatically think to pack, yet one that could make a real difference to your experience, after dirt gets trodden in or crumbs get dropped.
We particularly like this Black+Decker 12V option. It may not be cordless but it’s very lightweight, at only 1.49kg, and has an excellent five-metre cable for reaching those hard to reach areas in your tourer. There’s also a useful 1.5m-long hose, so you’ll quickly be able to vacuum up any dirt and enjoy relaxing in your clean tourer.
A portable power station
If you want the option of powering numerous gadgets when you’re pitched up, a portable power station could be well worth investing in. We’re particularly fans of the Bluetti EB3A, which impressed Deputy editor Paul Critcher when he put it to the test. Combining a compact size with an excellent performance, Paul found the EB3A was able to simultaneously charge a laptop, two iPhones and a 30W fan. It also only takes 1.5hrs to charge up via mains power.
Take a look at our full review of the Bluetti EB3A for more.
Motor mover
If you find pitching and parking tough, a motor mover can make a real difference, helping to take the stress out of your manoeuvres.
One option to consider is the Emove EM305, an option we shortlisted at the Practical Caravan Awards 2024. The EM305 can be used on both single and twin axle caravans of up to 2000kg, and it is also fitted with stop/start technology, which helps to cut down on any jerking.
Head torch
Having a head torch to hand can be incredibly useful when you’re on tour, whether you’re walking back from a pub in the evening, or find yourself having to carry out some emergency cassette-emptying in the dark, as it gives you the benefit of leaving your hands free.
We like how effective this Energizer LED head torch is, providing up to 250-lumen beam of light. It’s both durable and water-resistant, with an IPX4 rated body, and can offer up to seven hours of run time. The beam can reach up to 70 metres, and the inclusion of four different light modes provides more flexibility.
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A heater
After a bit of extra heat when you’re pitched up? A good caravan heater could be the answer, letting you take the edge off of those cooler evenings. We think the De’Longhi TRNS0505M Oil Filled Radiator is a good option for this, ideal for keeping small spaces warm. It provides a low 500 wattage and fairly compact dimensions of 15.2 x 6.8 x 13.4cm, as well as six settings that should allow you to get the temperature just right.
A washing machine
Having access to one of the best caravan washing machines when you’re pitched up can have a huge advantage. Okay, you could always use the site’s laundry facilities if the campsite offers them, but having your own washing machine gives you the freedom to wash clothing when you want, with the added advantage of saving you from spending out on the site’s laundrette.
One we’re fans of is the Leisurewize Twin Tub Washing Machine. It’s compact and lightweight, only weighing 5kg, yet offers a wash capacity of 3.5kg and a wash capacity of 2.5kg. It will only take up to 15 minutes to get your wash done, followed by a spin cycle of 5 minutes. Helpfully, it has a handle too, making it easy to move around.
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