The Boujee Bus

The Boujee Bus Boujee Bus is now Holly, a 2006 Monaco Camelot 40PDQ.

This page documents real-world RV ownership, upgrades, systems, and lessons learned while refining a comfortable, capable, mobile life without the chaos of a full ground-up build.

Solar panels are going on the RV.Eight 455W panels, 3.64 kW total, mounted on a BoondockersRV roof rack and feeding two ...
07/01/2026

Solar panels are going on the RV.

Eight 455W panels, 3.64 kW total, mounted on a BoondockersRV roof rack and feeding two Victron SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers.

Which means I have officially reached the stage of RV ownership where I look at the sun and think, “You work for me now.”

The real goal is simple: more off-grid time, less generator noise, and fewer compromises about where we can park.

Still some tuning and cleanup to do, but this is a big step toward making the coach work the way I wanted from the beginning.

We had a great stay at this Harvest Hosts location. The hosts were excellent and very helpful getting us situated when w...
05/09/2026

We had a great stay at this Harvest Hosts location. The hosts were excellent and very helpful getting us situated when we arrived.

The turn into the driveway was a little tight with our Bronco attached, and we did need to disconnect before pulling in, but once unhooked it was very manageable.

The property itself is beautiful, quiet, and easy to navigate once on-site. Parking was relatively level and there was plenty of room to get comfortably positioned.

We also purchased several of the farm products during our stay, including meat and snacks, and everything was excellent.
Overall, this was a very enjoyable stop and we would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed here and loved it:

Harvest Hosts listing:
https://www.harvesthosts.com/hosts/kentucky/EHH1rfPeVAR2BoQpYBhY

Use our referral link if you decide to join Harvest Hosts:
https://www.harvesthosts.com/?refid=vjia02gz

Another great Harvest Hosts stop for Holly at Santa Claus Brewing Co. in Santa Claus, Indiana. 🍺🚍The listing mentions th...
05/09/2026

Another great Harvest Hosts stop for Holly at Santa Claus Brewing Co. in Santa Claus, Indiana. 🍺🚍

The listing mentions the upper lot for larger rigs, but for our 40’ Monaco Camelot with the Bronco still attached, the lower lot actually worked better. We were able to pull straight in and easily turn around the next morning without unhooking.

Inside, we enjoyed a Maibock beer, fresh root beer, and a really good thin crust pizza. The staff was friendly, the atmosphere was relaxed, and we ended up having some fun conversations with locals and other customers.

The only downside came the next morning when the commander of the attached American Legion post stopped by while we were packing up and told us we were not allowed to stay there. We explained that we were guests of Santa Claus Brewing through Harvest Hosts and were already preparing to leave. It was an awkward interaction and seemed like there may be some disconnect between the brewery hosting RV guests and the building ownership.

That said, the brewery experience itself was enjoyable and the overnight parking worked very well for a big rig setup like ours.

If you’re traveling through southern Indiana, it’s still a unique stop worth considering.

Stayed here and loved it:
Harvest Hosts listing:
https://www.harvesthosts.com/hosts/indiana/nHJLHMk1QS7EgnROkHdz

Use our referral link if you decide to join Harvest Hosts:
https://www.harvesthosts.com/?refid=vjia02gz

A great stop deserves a spot on Holly’s travel log. 🍂🥃We pulled in with the 2006 Monaco Camelot and immediately knew thi...
05/07/2026

A great stop deserves a spot on Holly’s travel log. 🍂🥃

We pulled in with the 2006 Monaco Camelot and immediately knew this place was RV-friendly. Easy access, plenty of room for a big coach, and a relaxing atmosphere after a long drive.

Good food, great bourbon, and one of those stops that reminds you why road travel is still the best way to see the country.

Always appreciate places that make life easy for travelers rolling in with 40 feet of home behind them.

Stayed here and loved it:
Harvest Hosts listing:
https://www.harvesthosts.com/hosts/kentucky/COxHqMboj7cSRPRguMxW
Use our referral link if you decide to join Harvest Hosts:
https://www.harvesthosts.com/?refid=vjia02gz

🌄 We finally made it to our mountain getaway in the Smokies — and this place absolutely delivered.Tucked away on a priva...
05/06/2026

🌄 We finally made it to our mountain getaway in the Smokies — and this place absolutely delivered.

Tucked away on a private farm just outside the national park, we woke up to rolling mountain views, peaceful mornings, and total quiet except for the sounds of nature. The drive up definitely keeps you on your toes 😅 but once you arrive, it’s completely worth it.

The property was spotless, cozy, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. One of our favorite parts was sitting outside in the evenings watching the mountains change colors as the sun went down.

If you’re looking for a peaceful Smoky Mountain escape away from the crowded tourist areas, this is a gem.

Stayed here and loved it:
Harvest Hosts listing: https://www.harvesthosts.com/hosts/west-virginia/VsCgwWr4Hlq8t5wvdrVr

Use our referral link if you decide to join Harvest Hosts:
https://www.harvesthosts.com/?refid=vjia02gz

— The Boujee Bus 🚌✨

How is one step closer to being travel ready. 2 5 foot strips of stainless steel angle. This fridge isn’t going anywhere...
02/22/2026

How is one step closer to being travel ready. 2 5 foot strips of stainless steel angle. This fridge isn’t going anywhere.

Fridge upgrade update for Holly (2006 Monaco Camelot 40PDQ) 👇I swapped out the original RV refrigerator for a Samsung RF...
02/01/2026

Fridge upgrade update for Holly (2006 Monaco Camelot 40PDQ) 👇

I swapped out the original RV refrigerator for a Samsung RF18 residential-style fridge. It’s a much nicer setup, but it did take some cabinet work to make it fit correctly.

Big change so far: I had to remove the drawer that used to be underneath the old fridge. To build the new base/platform, I repurposed the horizontal wood piece that was originally on top of the drawer support, which gave me enough clearance underneath for the coach’s wiring to pass safely.

The fridge is in and sitting where it needs to be. I haven’t finished the upper part of the compartment/cabinet yet—that’s next. More updates soon as I finish up the top trim/fit and get everything looking factory again.

Big news.I made my bed for the first time.Growth. Maturity. Personal evolution.
01/19/2026

Big news.
I made my bed for the first time.
Growth. Maturity. Personal evolution.

01/14/2026

Here's a quick video walkaround of Holly.

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