Reader-supported. This guide links to RVezy, an RV rental marketplace, and to RV Gear buying guides that contain retailer affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. RVezy details come from its own help center and published pages, checked October 2026.
A rented RV arrives with the big things: beds, a fridge, a toilet, a water heater. What it may not include are the small, unglamorous pieces that make hookups safe and campsites comfortable. Peer-to-peer rentals vary listing by listing, so the right packing list starts with one message to the host.
Ask the host for their included-items list before you pack. Then bring what's missing in this order: hookup basics (drinking-water hose, pressure regulator, sewer hose and gloves), then leveling and chocks, then kitchen and bedding, then campsite comfort. Don't modify the rental's wiring or plumbing, and don't bring fuel-burning gear without the host's OK.
Start with one message to the host
Copy this into the RVezy message thread before you request the booking. Hosts get these questions constantly, and a clear answer now saves a store run at camp:
"Before I request: which of these come with the RV? Drinking-water hose, water pressure regulator, sewer hose and fittings, surge protector or EMS, 30/50-amp adapter, leveling blocks, wheel chocks, kitchen kit (pots, pans, utensils, dishes), bedding and towels, camp chairs. Also, how full are the propane and fresh-water tanks at pickup, and how should I leave them?"
Hosts can list add-ons like kitchen kits and bedding as paid extras, so the answer also tells you what the trip really costs. Our sister site has a first-night RV park checklist for the arrival routine.
Usually included, ask, or bring
| Item | Typical status | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Power cord | Ask | Usually built in or stored with the RV. Check its amperage against your site's pedestal. |
| 30/50-amp adapter (dogbone) | Ask | Needed when the site's outlet doesn't match the RV's plug. See dogbone adapters explained. |
| Surge protector or EMS | Ask | Protects the RV's electrics from a bad pedestal. Some owners hardwire one. Compare in surge protector vs. EMS. |
| Drinking-water hose | Often bring | Use a hose made for potable water, kept separate from anything used near the sewer. |
| Water pressure regulator | Often bring | Campground water pressure varies. A regulator protects the RV's plumbing. See pressure regulators explained. |
| Inline water filter | Optional | Improves taste and catches sediment. See inline vs. canister filters. |
| Sewer hose and fittings | Ask | Many hosts include one. If not, it's on you. See sewer hose setup. |
| Disposable gloves | Bring | For every dump. Cheap and non-negotiable. |
| Leveling blocks | Ask | Uneven sites are common. See blocks vs. ramps. |
| Wheel chocks | Ask | Essential before unhitching a trailer. See choosing wheel chocks. |
| Kitchen kit, bedding, towels | Ask | Often a paid add-on. Bringing your own can be cheaper. |
| Portable generator | Only with OK | Don't bring fuel-burning gear without the host's permission and the park's rules. |
"Typical status" is a general pattern across rentals, not a promise. Your host's answer wins.
Hookup kit: the part you can't skip
If the host doesn't provide these, they're the first things in the car. They're also the items that matter most when you return the RV, because hookup mistakes are the ones that damage it.
- Drinking-water hose and pressure regulator. Connect the regulator at the spigot, not at the RV, so the hose is protected too.
- Sewer hose, fittings and gloves. Dump black first, then gray, which rinses the hose. Follow the host's rules on how to leave the tanks.
- Surge protector or EMS, if the RV doesn't have one. Plug it into the pedestal with the breaker off, then switch on.
- The right adapter. Know whether the RV is 30 or 50 amp and what your site offers before you leave home.
A small roadside and campground tool kit covers the rest: a headlamp, a multi-bit screwdriver, pliers, zip ties, duct tape and a tire pressure gauge. Keep it small. You aren't there to repair the RV. Problems go to the host, and serious ones to RVezy.
Campsite comfort, without overpacking
- Camp chairs
- Outdoor mat
- Lantern or string lights
- Lighter and fire starter
- Phone and laptop chargers (12V and USB)
- Paper towels, trash bags
- Small first-aid kit
- Earplugs for park neighbors
- Leveling app on your phone
- Printed campsite confirmation
- Host's number saved
- RVezy support line saved
For a fuller list, see campsite gear worth packing. Going somewhere without hookups? A portable power station can run phones, lights and a CPAP without touching the rental's batteries. Ask the host first if you'd plug it into the RV.
What not to do to a rental
- No permanent changes. No drilling, adhesive mounts or hardwired gadgets. That's the owner's call, and it can come out of your deposit.
- No fuel-burning extras inside. No portable propane heaters or generators near openings unless the host OKs it and you understand the carbon-monoxide risk.
- No improvised hookups. No garden hoses for drinking water, and no household extension cords for shore power.
- Photograph everything at pickup and return. RVezy requires a joint inspection at both ends. Your photos are what settle the deposit.
Common questions
Do RV rentals come with hoses and hookup gear?
Often, but not always. Peer-to-peer rentals vary by listing. Ask the host which hoses, adapters, leveling blocks and chocks come with the RV before you request the booking.
Should I bring my own surge protector for a rental RV?
Ask first. Some owners hardwire an EMS or include a portable surge protector. If neither is provided, bringing one protects the RV's electrics from a faulty pedestal, which also protects your deposit.
Is a kitchen kit included in an RVezy rental?
It depends on the host. Kitchen kits and bedding are often listed as add-ons. Check the listing or message the host, and compare the add-on price with bringing your own.