Think carefully about buying a short rig vs a slightly longer 27 foot rig with rear bedroom and RV queen bed. The 27 footer is has slightly smaller turning radius but handles much the same on the open road as a short rig. No reason a woman can't drive and maneuver a 27 foot rig. Many grow to hate sleeping in the overhead or uncomfortable jackknife sofa, etc., once novelty wears off. Hard to get out of bed in the dark without waking up your partner and climbing down and back up ladder in the dark, especially If you have bad knees or tender feet, etc. All Class C's are usually the same width and height, regardless of length. Gas mileage is about the same. With a 27 footer you get considerably more cargo and cabinet space, easier to keep clutter under control and find things.