What’s So Special About Casita Campers?

Are you seeing more little fiberglass travel trailers on the roads lately? Many RVers have discovered the benefits of traveling with Casita campers. These lightweight trailers are so easy to tow you’ll forget you have a trailer behind you.

The features of the Casita are even more impressive. Setup is a piece of cake, and the interior amenities will take care of any need you might have, from serving a home-cooked meal to taking a hot shower. Plus, you won’t have to worry about water leaks or exterior maintenance traveling in “the fiberglass version of an Airstream without the price tag!”

Let’s explore what else makes the Casita camper so special.

What Are Casita Campers? 

Casita is a brand name for a selection of small fiberglass travel trailers. Casita creates their unique campers with two halves of a molded fiberglass shell with only one seam to connect them. This makes Casita trailers more resistant to water leaks, durable, and lightweight than other comparable trailers. 

Each of the five 2022 Casita trailer floorplans is 17’ on a single axle. Most models weigh about 2,200 to 2,500 lbs dry, so you can usually tow them with a small SUV or compact truck. A Casita can also sleep from two to six people, depending on the model, making them convenient for couples or families with kids.

Searching for the perfect SUV to tow your brand new Casita travel trailer? Here are our top picks: 11 Best SUVs for Towing RV Campers.

Where Are Casita Campers Made?

The small Texas town of Rice is home to Casita Enterprises. Located southeast of Dallas near Corsicana, Rice has a population of less than 1,000, and about ten percent of the residents help create these travel trailers.

They manufacture 14 to 19 units per week, resulting in about 700 Casitas yearly. However, this isn’t nearly enough to keep up with demand.

Why Are Casita Trailers So Popular?

Their lightweight construction makes these trailers popular. By using fiberglass shells, the Casita is much lighter than most traditional travel trailers, so it can be towed by a wider variety of vehicles. Because it’s easier to tow, RVers can take Casita campers to rugged campsites, enjoying more of the outdoors.

With its rounded shape and fiberglass body, a Casita camper is more aerodynamic and fuel-efficient. It’s also much easier to maneuver into smaller campsites. At just 17′ long, these small trailer are easy to tow with a variety of vehicles and can be tucked away in standard garages.

The interior of a Casita is welcoming and airy, with large windows and carpeted walls. Many of the models also have panoramic windows that let natural light and views of nature in.

How Casita Campers Are Built

Casitas are easy to spot on the road, as their rounded fiberglass box shape is unusual for traditional travel trailers. Their fiberglass construction makes them durable and resistant to water leaks and wind. The trailer’s body is on a steel frame protecting the coach from rocks and rough terrain. 

Since each floorplan is 17’, the interior layout is the only thing that changes from model to model. Owners of a Casita can add a full wet bath to any floorplan, which would take the place of additional storage and bunk beds in most models. This variety of offerings and options can help you tailor the trailer to your individual needs.

Casita offers five main floorplans for their trailers: Spirit, Independence, Heritage, Freedom, and Liberty. These layouts and sleeping capacities, as a result, are really the only differences between the models. All of these trailers share the same length, dry weights, lengths, heights, and widths.

Casita Travel Trailer Models & Floorplans

The Casita Spirit floorplan has two dinettes that break down into sleeping spaces for three to five people. In the standard floorplan, the front end has ample storage and bunk beds, but if you upgrade to the deluxe model, you can use the space as a full wet bath and a wardrobe closet.

The Casita Independence floorplan has two twin beds in place of an oversized dinette. The front end has two bunk beds, and the deluxe version has storage you can convert to a wet bath and wardrobe closet.

With room for up to six, the Casita Heritage floorplan has one large dinette that breaks down into a double bed. Four bunk beds stretch along one sidewall and the front end. These bunks make the Heritage great for families with kids. However, if you need a wet bath, you can replace these front bunk beds in the deluxe version of this model. 

The Casita Freedom floorplan can sleep up to four if you include the front bunk beds. This model has a unique seating area with two swivel chairs and a dining table. A larger dinette in the back breaks down into a double bed. And if you want a wet bath, you can add it to the deluxe floorplan instead of the bunk beds.

If a king-size bed is more your style, the Casita Liberty floorplan offers a flexible option. It has a large dinette you can fold into a double bed with seating on either side. You can enlarge the bed by extending it into the seating, creating a king-size bed.

The Liberty has a small galley kitchen and front-end bunk beds with storage. You can also add the wet bath and wardrobe closet by upgrading to the deluxe version.

Features

Casita campers have a standard galley kitchen, complete with a sink, stovetop, refrigerator, and microwave. Bed configurations differ for each floorplan, and you can get a full wet bath with any deluxe model, including a potable water tank and water heater. With 50 cubic feet of storage space, there is plenty of room to bring along necessities, and every Casita has large screened windows for ventilation and excellent views.

Casitas require little to no exterior maintenance, as the fiberglass shell is easy to clean. Since there is only one seam on the rig, there is little chance of water leakage. It’s also rustproof. A durable steel frame provides a solid foundation for the camper and protects it from severe road hazards.

Standard Vs. Deluxe Models

The Deluxe versions get you roof-mounted A/C units and bathrooms, including wastewater tanks that are optional add-ons with the standard models. This means you’d get a real bathroom with a toilet and bath vent instead of a portable toilet with a storage compartment. The Deluxe includes a 32-gallon grey water tank and a 16-gallon black tank. The 6-gallon water heater is also included when you go with the Deluxe version.

Why Do Casita Trailers Have Carpet On the Walls?

You will find carpeting on the walls and ceiling of every Casita that comes from the factory. It’s the outer layer that covers foam insulation on the inside of the fiberglass shell. This covering is also a great sound deadener, and it keeps condensation from building up on the interior walls.

Various RV brands use different types of materials for insulation. Learn How Is Your RV Insulated (and How Can You Improve It)?

How Much Do Casita Campers Cost? 

All standard Casita campers start at an MSRP of $30,996 (2024 model pricing). To upgrade to the Deluxe version of the trailers, the MSRP raises to $32,694. If you ask us, the extra $1,600 for the bathroom and A/C unit is a pretty reasonable price for the upgrade.

When you order from the factory there are additional add-ons you can choose to customize your Casita trailer. These include furnaces, ovens, roller shades, solar panels, outdoor showers, and more. Each add-on will increase your price.

Do Casita Trailers Hold Their Value?

Because they are made of durable materials and utilize high-quality construction techniques, Casita campers have become collectibles. Exterior maintenance is almost non-existent on these travel trailers, so they last longer than RVs that require a good deal of upkeep.

Their value usually stays strong, even years after their manufacture. Additionally, there are not as many Casitas on the market, making them more valuable. 

Are Casita Campers Worth It?

If you’re looking for a lightweight, maneuverable travel trailer with all the amenities of a home, a Casita camper is worth it. Their quality construction and attention to every detail can provide you with a customized camper that may outlast almost every other travel trailer on the market. Because of this, you’ll find that your investment will hold its value over the years, as Casitas are a collectible commodity!

Have you considered buying a Casita camper? Tell us why or why not in the comments.

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