Mid Bunk RVs: The Ultimate "Bonus Room"

The Layout: How it Works

• The "Bonus Room": Located off the kitchen/living area, this room usually features a slide-out with a fold-out sofa (or bunk beds) and a desk/wardrobe. It has a solid door, making it perfect for Zoom calls or napping babies.

• The Loft: Because the ceiling of the mid-bunk room is lower, manufacturers utilize the space above it to create a "Loft." Accessible via a ladder in the hallway, this is a favorite sleeping spot for older kids or extra storage space.

Top Mid Bunk Models by Brand

1. Jayco (Eagle & North Point) Jayco’s "MBQS" (Mid Bunk Quad Slide) layouts are legendary for their durability and sleeping capacity.

• Top Pick: Jayco Eagle 355MBQS. This unit defines the category. It features a spacious mid-room with a flip-down bunk above the sofa, plus a huge loft in the hallway.

• Ultra-Lite Pick: Jayco Eagle HT 31MB. A shorter, lighter version towable by some heavy-duty gas trucks, without sacrificing the bonus room.

2. Coachmen (Chaparral) Coachmen offers incredible value and unique layouts in the mid-profile segment.

• Top Pick: Coachmen Chaparral 360IBL. The "Island Bunk Loft" is a best-seller. It features a center island in the kitchen and a spacious mid-room, often at a lighter pin weight than competitors.

3. Keystone (Cougar) Keystone brings the mid-bunk concept to the "Half-Ton Towable" category (though we recommend a 3/4-ton for stability).

• Top Pick: Keystone Cougar 29MBD. A brilliant layout that combines a Rear Kitchen with a Mid-Bunk room, giving you a massive chef's kitchen and a spare bedroom in a manageable length.

4. Forest River (Sabre & Columbus) Forest River offers a wide variety of mid-bunk styles across their brands.

• Top Pick: Forest River Sabre 36BHQ. A high-value fifth wheel that delivers the classic quad-slide layout with a comfortable mid-bunk room.

• Luxury Pick: Forest River Columbus 379MBL. A high-end residential unit where the mid-room feels like a true den, often equipped with theater seating or a sleeper sofa.

Why Choose a Mid Bunk?

• Privacy: Unlike open bunk beds in a hallway, the mid-bunk has a door.

• Separation: You can put the little kids in the mid-bunk room at 8:00 PM and still watch a movie in the rear living room without waking them up.

• Resale Value: Because they can serve as an office, guest room, or bunkhouse, these units appeal to almost every type of buyer.

Ready to Find Your "Bonus Room"?

• Shop Mid Bunks: Filter our inventory by "Mid Bunk" or look for model codes like MB, MBS, or IBL.

• Check the Desk: Not all mid-bunks have desks. If you work from the road, check the photos to ensure the room has the workspace you need.

• Climb the Loft: Bring the kids to RV Canada and let them test out the loft ladder—it’s usually the selling point that wins them over!

• Not sure what you are looking for - shop our range of floor plan options.