Whether you’re looking for plenty of storage or generous living space, remember that the best 4 berth motorhome layout for you will be the one that suits you and your family’s needs the most.

When thinking about the motorhome model you’d like to buy, it’s a good idea to make a list of the pros and cons of each motorhome you are interested in to help inform your choice.

Read on for more information or use the links below to quickly go to the answers to some common questions.

• Coachbuilt motorhomes vs van conversions
• What is a 4 berth motorhome layout

• What are the advantages of each 4 berth motorhome layout?
  • 4 berth motorhome fixed bed layouts
  • Island bed layouts
  • Dropdown bed layouts
  • Fixed single bed layouts

• Front and rear lounge layouts
  • Some of the features of a Bailey front lounge
  • Some of the features of the Adamo 75-4DL rear lounge

• 4 berth motorhome with a rear washroom
• Why do people buy a 4 berth motorhome with a central washroom?
• What are the options for travel seats in a 4 berth motorhome?
• How can a 4 berth motorhome layout accommodate families with children?
• How much storage space can I expect in a 4 berth motorhome layout?
• What is a garage in a 4 berth motorhome?
• Purchase your 4 berth motorhome

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Our Autograph and Adamo ranges are coachbuilt motorhomes with Peugeot Boxer and Ford Transit cabs respectively. All are C class motorhomes with a habitation area built onto the chassis from the inside out at our factory in Bristol. This differs from a van conversion where the van arrives at the factory complete, and the habitation area is fitted inside the existing space.

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A 4 berth motorhome layout refers to the way that the inside of the motorhome is laid out in terms of sleeping and living arrangements. Being 4 berth, it is designed to sleep up to 4 people and can have a fixed double bed, a drop-down bed above the living area, twin single beds, beds that can be made up from seating, or a combinations of these.

Bailey of Bristol currently has a choice of eleven 4 berth motorhome layouts across the Autograph and Adamo product ranges.

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The fixed bed layout is a popular choice for families and couples alike. A fixed bed means that the bed always in the same location in the motorhome and is not made up from the seating area.

There are different types of fixed bed. In the Bailey ranges you can choose from a corner double bed, an island double bed or twin single beds.
Fixed beds are often situated within a dedicated bedroom, giving you separation between the living and sleeping areas, more privacy, and the benefit of not having to make up the bed from the seating area each night if there are only two of you staying in the vehicle.

Motorhomes with fixed beds do often come with the option to make up the front seating areas into the additional 2 berths however, so this gives you flexibility and space for a family on the road.

An example of a fixed bed layout is the Autograph 74-4

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The island bed layout is a variation of the fixed bed layout above and are a great option for those who want to have a dedicated bedroom area with access to the double bed from both sides, plus extra space during the day to move around the motorhome.
There is also usually plenty of storage space under the bed and this can be accessed by lifting up the bed from inside the motorhome or via a locker door from the outside.

Another advantage of the island bed is that it can be pulled out at night to make it longer, and then pushed back during the day to allow for more living space at the foot of the bed. This makes it easier to move around the motorhome. Having access to the bed from both sides makes it easier to get in and out of bed without disturbing your sleeping partner.

This layout offers a great balance of living space and sleeping space, making it popular with both families and couples alike.

An example of an island bed layout is the Adamo 75-4I

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The dropdown bed layout is a great way to really utilise the space inside the motorhome and make your living areas even more flexible.
This layout features a drop-down double bed that spans the full width of the motorhome and drops down from the ceiling above the living area.
During the day, the bed can be raised back into the ceiling out of sight, creating extra living space. It can be stored fully made up with pillows and duvets, so all you need to do at night-time is drop it back down again.

In the Bailey Adamo range, we offer three models with electric dropdown beds that can be dropped down or raised at the touch of a button. The Adamo 75-4DL actually offers two drop-down beds and two lounges for double the sleeping and lounging space.

An example of a dropdown bed layout is the Adamo 75-4DL

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The fixed single bed layout is a variation of the fixed bed layout and is another option that gives you a dedicated bedroom area and the option to avoid making up beds from seating each night if you are travelling as a pair.

It’s also a great option for families with two children as the children can sleep in the bedroom at the back of the motorhome, while the parents can make up the double bed in the front lounge from the seating and have night time access to the kitchen and bathroom as needed.

An example of a twin bed layout is the Autograph 79-4T

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All of the Bailey 4 berth motorhomes feature a front lounge. It’s a standard feature in most motorhomes with the driver and passengers’ seats able to swing round to double as lounge seats.

The Adamo motorhomes feature a flexi-lounge that includes convertible travel seats with ISOFIX that become domestic style sofas for relaxing, and an electrical pedestal table that can be swivelled and extended to fit your needs.

In the Autograph range you can relax with domestic style sofas and sprung seat bases along with premium quality fixtures and fittings including chrome details and the Mendip Ash furniture finish.

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● Fully adjustable upholstered driver and passenger Captain’s seats in cab that can be used as lounge seating
● Domestic style sofa seating that double as travel seats
● Overhead lockers for storage
● Table for games, meals or just a coffee break
● Loose fit drop-in carpets

In our Adamo 75-4DL you’ll also find a rear lounge. Rear lounges offer extra room and the possibility for family members to have their own space – maybe the children can play in the back while the adults relax up front for example.

In the Adamo 75-4DL, both the front and rear lounge have a dropdown double bed above them. This gives the option for four people to each pair off into their own living and sleeping areas with the bathroom and kitchen easily accessible in the centre of the motorhome.

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● U-shape lounge with domestic style sofa seating
● Sheer panel curtains
● Rear lounge wardrobe and shelves that can be accessed from the exterior garage door
● Flexible reading lights with integral USB sockets
● Storage locker under sofa

Find out more about the Adamo 75-4DL rear lounge and the other features of this model here

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If you choose a 4 berth motorhome with a rear washroom, there are a number of advantages that this offers.

Firstly the washroom will often be larger as it spans the full-width of the motorhome. This allows for additional storage options to be included in the washroom, and also more space to be available for washing drying and changing.

This also allows for some extra privacy as the washroom is at the back of the van and also in many cases behind the bedroom. This means that you can easily close the bedroom door and get washed and changed separate from the rest of the living space.

It also means that the rest of the motorhome can feel more spacious as the washroom is not occupying the same space as the kitchen and lounge. An example of an end washroom model is the Autograph 79-4F.

However, if you have a young family, you may prefer the washroom to be more central to allow easy access when coming in from playing in sand or mud. As always, the best motorhome for you is the one that best suits your family needs.

This leads us to…

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A 4 berth motorhome with a central washroom can be a good choice for several reasons:

• Having the washroom centrally located means that it is easily accessible from all parts of the motorhome, which can be especially convenient for families with children
• A central washroom can also be a good choice where couples of a group of adults are sharing the space, so that everyone can access the washroom from their sleeping areas.
• Some central washroom layouts can become even more flexible where there is a door that allows you to close off the shower area from the toilet, allowing the toilet to remain accessible even when the shower is in use

An example of a motorhome with a central washroom is the Adamo 75-4DL

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In the Adamo and Autograph ranges from Bailey, there are two types of travel seat aside from the passenger and drivers seats in the cab (which can also be used for both travel and seating).

In the Autograph range, there are four 4 berth layouts available with travel seats. These are forward facing seats where the seatbelts are always accessible but the seating can be used as a sofa when the van is parked.

For the Adamo range, all the motorhomes have convertible travel seats that incorporate ISOFIX. These travel seats can be folded into the base of the sofas when not in use. This gives the option of a forward facing travel seat when needed, combined with a domestic style sofa that takes advantage of the length of the lounge area.

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A 4 berth motorhome can be a great option for families with children. With several different layouts for living and sleeping spaces, you are sure to find something that will accommodate the needs of your family.

You can choose from fixed bed, central or rear washrooms, rear lounge and dropdown bed layouts meaning that there is sure to be something that will suit you.
When looking for a 4 berth motorhome, take the family along with you to see what options will be best, and think about factors such as your children’s ages and needs and how this might change, what sort of storage you need and how much space is required.

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All Bailey motorhomes come with plenty of storage options. The main ones include:

• Overhead lockers. All the motorhomes in the Autograph and Adamo ranges have overhead lockers in the front lounge area.
• Kitchen storage. There are kitchen units above and below the workspace in the kitchens, giving you somewhere to store food items, kitchen equipment, crockery and glasses
• Bedroom storage. Depending on the model, the bedrooms in our motorhomes often feature wardrobes, overhead lockers and bedside cubby holes.
• Bathroom storage. Our motorhome bathrooms have a variety of storage space options from bathroom cabinets and under sink storage, to towel rails and wardrobes.
• Garages. The Adamo 69-4 comes with a garage that will allow for bike storage and is heated so you are able to dry wet kit.

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In a 4 berth motorhome, a garage is a storage compartment that is located near the rear of the vehicle. It’s designed to provide extra space for storing outdoor and bulky items like bicycles, camping equipment and outdoor furniture. It may also be heated and be suitable for using as a dog kennel.

Access is usually from the outside of the motorhome through a large external door, but some garages can also be accessed from inside.

The Adamo 69-4 is a great example of a motorhome with a garage

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At Bailey of Bristol, we offer high-quality 4 berth motorhomes that are designed with your comfort and convenience in mind.

Whether you’re a couple looking for a romantic getaway, a family with young children or a solo traveller seeking adventure on the open road, we have a motorhome that’s perfect for you.

To explore our range of 4 berth motorhomes, perfect for both experienced motorhome owners or those coming in at entry level, visit our motorhome layouts page.

You can also find your nearest Bailey of Bristol retailer and schedule a visit to view our motorhomes in person.