This is one feature that I placed high on my like list when comparing different models and floorplans. I have essentially made my bed on this :) and it will be on our coach. I am wondering however, if other people had high hopes for the feature only to find they really don't like it. Granted, some people not want it, don't need it, and hopefully don't have it. But, does it simplify the conversion from daily use to nighttime use and back again? I just think it will be much easier than converting between bed and sofa, and/or bed and kitchen table everyday.

We have a powered bunk over the cab area of our Class A. It comes in handy for when our daughter travels with us as it is easier to use than the kitchen table or a pull out sofa. It does have its own share of considerations - the ladder has to be stored somewhere when the bunk is up, taking up space. Also, the electric motors sometimes get out of sync and have to be resync'd, but that is more of an inconvenience than anything else. The benefit is that the dinette is still usable even if the cab seats are not. We had this on our list as a "nice to have" but are glad we have it and would consider it a "must have" for any new coaches that we may want to purchase in the future.

We do not use it because it is difficult to get into, especially at night when you don't want to wake your partner by turning on a light. It is also a little claustrophobic. It is probably great for younger adults and kids.

Depends on the bunk. Most of the electric cab over bunk designs are on rails and the bunk comes to rest on the front seats rendering them useless. A feature I did not want. In our ACE the bunk articulates and comes to rest about 6" higher than the front seats making both continually useable. Also there is the ladder and storage issue. The ACE didn't have a ladder, instead "steps" are built in - step on the dinette seat, step on a built in step/platform at the framework for the dinette. Works great and if you didn't know you'd never guess that's what it's for. looks like it's just part of the dinette. As far as actually sleeping on it, pretty much for kids. It will fit adults but it's a pretty confined space.

We had one on our Holiday Rambler and the teenage boy liked it, although he found himself on the dashboard every once in a while when he fell out :)Other than a spare place to sleep, it would conflict with a bunch of forward cabinets on ours and I wouldn't want to loose the space. Our couch is electric so the grandkids have more fun operating that then a overhead bunk.

We have one in our ACE and have found it to be quite useful. The grandchildren use it not only for sleeping at night, but as their "secret fort" where they read, play games, play with dolls, and do other such kiddie things. We've also found it to be a useful storage area when I need to store a number of large suitcases, rifle cases, or other similar items (such as when we go on hunting trips).The only downside I've found is that I'm always forgetting it's down and clonking my head when I get out of the driver's seat. It's not a problem with the bunk, it's just a factor to consider if, like me, you have no brain. :)Skip

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tjfogelberg
Explorer
Dec 21, 2016
We are traditional Class C'ers. 1 of us sleeps in the bed over cab and the other "down below". I love sleeping up there, easy to make up and use for soft storage, extra pillows, jackets, etc. Our new Winnebago 31D has more clearance than our former lazy daze. The mattress is very thick and dense, super comfortable. Tons of room. We essentially have 2 bedrooms now as there is a curtain that closes across the front.
praisetoGod
Explorer
Dec 22, 2016
We just bought a Fleetwood Pace Arrow 35e. It has the drop down bunk over the cab as well as bunk beds in the back next to master suit. The drop down doesn't touch the front seats when it's all the way down,so you can still use them. Plus we still have the dining table and couch. We're brand new to it, so I don't have a lot of real world experience with it to give you, other than to say we really like the option and it high on our priority list. We looked at other bunkhouse models without the drop down bed, but wanted both. Good luck with your search.
2gypsies1
Explorer III
Dec 22, 2016
I guess it would be o.k. for kids but definitely not us. We rented a Class C once in Alaska and sleeping up there was horrible - no head room; had to climb over the other to get out; hot. I finally went to the sofa. Also, you have to have the same bedtimes if noise or lights bother you.
2gypsies1
Explorer III
Dec 22, 2016
Duplicate Post.
Dale_Traveling
Explorer II
Dec 22, 2016
The feature has helped make the class A's a bit more family friendly regarding sleeping arrangements. Common class A saying, entertainment for 6, dinner for 4, sleeping for 2, was pretty much correct other than the sofa or bunk models. Pop up towables had more matress sqft than a class A. There are even a few DP models with the bunk. If you see a newer DP with the door someplace than in front of the front wheel it probably, but not always, has the drop down bunk.

For prospective owners take into consideration that there could be weight limitations of the bunk. Makes a bed for a couple of kids but two adults might be pushing it's limits.
mtofell1
Explorer
Dec 22, 2016
As I look at moving to a class A someday I think would be a "must have." DW tells me I snore and I like the idea of having a second bed that isn't a couch or a table.

I can't believe anyone tries to sleep two adults in one of these or in the small class C over-cab bunks. I can't imagine expecting that to be anything but miserable.
praisetoGod
Explorer
Dec 24, 2016
Dale.Traveling wrote:
The feature has helped make the class A's a bit more family friendly regarding sleeping arrangements. Common class A saying, entertainment for 6, dinner for 4, sleeping for 2, was pretty much correct other than the sofa or bunk models. Pop up towables had more matress sqft than a class A. There are even a few DP models with the bunk. If you see a newer DP with the door someplace than in front of the front wheel it probably, but not always, has the drop down bunk.

For prospective owners take into consideration that there could be weight limitations of the bunk. Makes a bed for a couple of kids but two adults might be pushing it's limits.

Wow! I just saw that the Fleetwood Pace Arrow drop down bunk has a weight limit of 650lbs.
wildmanbaker
Explorer
Dec 25, 2016
praisetoGod wrote:
Dale.Traveling wrote:
The feature has helped make the class A's a bit more family friendly regarding sleeping arrangements. Common class A saying, entertainment for 6, dinner for 4, sleeping for 2, was pretty much correct other than the sofa or bunk models. Pop up towables had more matress sqft than a class A. There are even a few DP models with the bunk. If you see a newer DP with the door someplace than in front of the front wheel it probably, but not always, has the drop down bunk.

For prospective owners take into consideration that there could be weight limitations of the bunk. Makes a bed for a couple of kids but two adults might be pushing it's limits.

Wow! I just saw that the Fleetwood Pace Arrow drop down bunk has a weight limit of 650lbs.

Maybe so, but don't expect it to be very comfortable. We had a TT once with the drop down bed, I'm sorry, but it leaves something to be desired.

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