What is self-drive hire insurance?
Self-drive hire insurance is a type of policy that provides you with insurance cover in the event you want to hire out your vehicle. We offer a short period or annual insurance policy for those wanting to rent out their motorhome.
Earn money by renting out your motorhome
Did you know that for every day you leave your motorhome at home, you could be earning between £60 and £150 to rent it out? A 4-berth Swift Motorhome, a classic Volkswagen Camper and other makes and models can be great money earners. Renting out your motorhome also allows other people to experience the joys of using a camper.
So call us today – our best prices are available over the phone.
The benefits of getting a policy with Sterling
As an insurance broker, we can tailor your insurance policy to your needs. And if you’re already a Sterling customer, we even offer discounts on your campervan rental insurance and motorhome hire insurance.
- Up to £2,000 for personal belongings cover
- Up to £1,000 for awning cover
- Business use available
- Camper conversions (including self-builds) can be covered
- Cover for imported motorhomes (Japan, USA, EU)
- Left-hand drive cover
- Like-for-like cover on modifications
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to hire out my motorhome?
Don’t worry – we offer comprehensive campervan hire insurance and motorhome rental insurance for your vehicle, so even in the event something goes wrong, we’ll help cover the damages.
In most cases, vehicles don’t do well if they’re left unused for months on end. This means that hiring out your vehicle can help prevent your motorhome from falling foul to the usual issues that occur from disuse. You know the ones we mean: flat tyres, drained batteries, iced water systems and hardened rubber belts are just a few of them.
Instead of your motorhome sitting on the driveway building rust, hiring out your motorhome is an excellent way of making extra money while ensuring your pride and joy gets all the adventure it deserves!
Can I get affordable self-drive hire insurance?
We offer discounts for the following:
- Owners club or forum members: if you’re a member of a vehicle club, let us know and you could get 15% off your insurance premiums.
- Discounts for NVQ safe driving qualifications and PCV drivers: extra training and experience driving larger vehicles like minibuses or buses will help reduce your insurance premiums.
- Discounts for classics: we work with a range of classic vehicle insurance providers, allowing us to get great deals for classic motorhome insurance.
- Discounts for security: category 1 alarm systems, trackers and immobilisers help keep your vehicle safe on the go, meaning we can offer insurance discounts.
Who can hire out my motorhome or campervan?
Almost anyone can hire out your vehicle, so long as they have a valid licence, whether they’re locals with the travel bug or classic motorhome enthusiasts. So long as the driver is over 25, has a clean driving record and meets our requirements, you don’t even need to call us each time you hire it out on an annual policy.
And the best bit? Your annual policy covers up to 30 hires a year, allowing you to hire out your motorhome regularly.
How do I get a motorhome insurance quote from Sterling?
Getting a quote couldn’t be any easier.
- Call Sterling on 0344 381 9990
- Use the online call back service
Can I hire a motorhome?
Looking for a way to escape this year without the commitment of owning your own motorhome or campervan? We have more information on how to hire a motorhome.
Can I take out short-term self-drive hire insurance?
Yes, we offer short-term or temporary self-drive hire insurance. This is ideal if you want to try renting out your motorhome or you only rent it out certain times of the year. With Sterling, your cover can range from three days to an annual policy.
What sort of motorhomes do you cover?
We provide cover for all types of vehicles, with a few exceptions:
- Maximum vehicle value of £80,000
- Engine capacity up to 4-litres
- Up to 8 seats
Do I need to add extra security features to my motorhome?
It’s always best to ensure your motorhome is secure. If you own a high-value vehicle, we might require you to install additional layers of security, such as a tracker. Adding extra security to your vehicle can help to reduce your insurance premiums and helps keep your motorhome safe while it’s being rented out.
Are customers allowed to go to festivals in my motor home?
So long as the festival allows it, we see no issues with this!
Can drivers under 25 still rent my vehicle?
If you rent your vehicle to someone under 25, they will need to arrange their own short-term policy to ensure they’re covered.
