Two Year Camper Review - Rockwood Mini Lite 2204S 24' Twin Beds

We've had our Rockwood Mini Lite 2204S for 2 years. Join us as we share what we LOVE, what we LIKE and what we DISLIKE about it.
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[@libellula3313]

Beautiful “mini” caravan. I’m in France and was looking on You Tube for mini caravans like Tabs and Barefoots. Your caravan is very big compared to a mini camper here, but lovely to have a tour of yours, thanks you. Jo in the Pyrenees 🇫🇷

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thank you for watching and your nice comments!

[@msminicooper2010]

Nice decor you've done. Your home decor must be even greater!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Helen should have been an interior decorator. Someday we'll do a house tour video!

[@Kae317]

Sorry,I meant to edit my last comment not delete it lol! I just wanted to say I love your channel, we have really similiar tastes in decor (and especially the deals!) so I've watched your initial camper video several times. we just traded our very tiny 2022 Puma 12fbx for a 2023 Rockwood 2608BS (our son & dog sitter moved so we will now be traveling with our 3 large dogs lol!) You guys do a great job just being real and honest and we relate to how you interact and just how you guys do things so much lol! We are also planning on a class a (or c) when he retires, we're hoping our new camper will last us the 12 more years until then 🤞😂 I'm so sorry to hear about Stella, I am dreading those days with ours and they are 11, 8 and 7 already. I do think it's amazing you've given another fur baby such a great life and I'm sure she is proud of you and handpicked him for you 🥰 keep up the great videos!

[@helenwasher2125]

Thank you so much Kae! We really appreciate your kind words. Seems like we do have lots in common. If you ever find yourself in NH, maybe we could get together. I’d love that! Stella was amazing and we were so heartbroken when we lost her. Stanley is definitely a heart healer. Safe travels to you and all your puppies!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thank you for the kind words! We miss Stella so much every day but Stanley has helped us through it alot!

[@Janartable]

Your camper is the coziest, but stylish, camper I’ve ever seen. Would you come decorate mine? Lol

[@johnmeyer5496]

My 2019 minilite 2401s is very similar, first and foremost would I buy this again, unlikely mainly due to the marketing hype from Rockwood versus their actual customer service deficiencies this stems from 4 main issues, 1. The outside fiberglass panels 2 of which have separation or bubbling issues, 2. The Murphy bed has floor fiberboard issues where it has come apart from the floor, repair was estimated at 1200 dollars. 3. The dometic fridge which had intermittent problems from day one died after the warranty expired, I replaced it with a 10 cubic ft residential fridge. 4. The ladder rack screws from top to bottom pulled out of the fiberglass panels so I removed the ladder totally as I never used it at all.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Sorry you had so many issues. We had some leaking originally, brought it to the dealer for repair and haven't had anything else happen (knock on wood).

[@dianabradley7582]

You are living happy. Still loving how you gracefully decorated your little home on wheels. We are still 3 months away from retirement and driveway space....torn between 2204 and 2205, but it will be one of them for sure. Thanks for the 2 year update.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@Stanf954]

Nice camper. One of the downsides of a 25 ft or less trailer is always the bathroom. Small and tight is the norm. Our Gulf Stream 23 ft has a similar corner bathroom with the same issues. We love Agnes and she has been very good to us for the first-year camping in it. We just had to learn how to make it work and I have added or changed things to get it right for our needs.

[@lyndagodin3712]

Great video update on the pros and cons of your model trailer. I really enjoyed your first video, especially all the decor ideas. We also had a dirty awning which drove me nuts. After many tries using household cleaners and scrubs, we finally bought RV awning cleaner and it worked like a charm. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts and comments. Here's hoping you'll enjoy your trailer and adventures for many years to come!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks so much! We will look for the awning cleaner - Helen was actually able to get it cleaned off with a different kind of mop. We will have a short video coming up showing that. Thanks for watching!

[@mikecaskey5750]

Thank you for your review of your Rockwood. Wife and I are at this time seriously contemplating purchasing a 25 foot front kitchen (2023) Rockwood. Your insights and evaluations help immensely. You helped take some of the second, third, and forth guessing out of our decision. As you know, Rockwoods are not the most economical tag-a-long trailer available. Thanks again!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Glad I could help! I think Rockwood is higher quality that many, so you pay a bit more.

[@james23p]

Great review! On the bathroom shelf put a cup in the hole then put your toothbrushes in the cup. Agree on not using the same cup but a cup makes a great toothbrush holder. Very nice camper.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks for the tip!

[@patrickmckowen2999]

Great update 👍

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks for watching!

[@zmustangsally9821]

I love your decor especially in the bedroom!!! Thanks for a helpful video.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@josephsener420]

We currently have a 15TB and are looking to buy this one next!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

We almost bought the 15tb and decided to get something with a bit more space. You won't be disappointed with a little more room :)

[@HappyLookinAts]

The interior is gorgeous! Super modern super cute

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thank you so much!

[@barbaradaus1146]

Excellent detailed review! I like the recall and comparison to the first video. Thanks for sharing!

[@helenwasher2125]

Thank you so much!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Very welcome! You should check it out!

[@terrizseleczky9794]

Great review and little Stanley is so precious!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Stanley is a little sweetheart! Love him! Thanks for watching!

[@Edwardsjourney]

Rain always gets into ends of a rolled up awning. Clean it the best you can and open it and tilt one side down after every rain because rain gets inside the tube too.

[@helenwasher2125]

Great advice! Thank you!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks for the tips!

[@audrarenner280]

Decorated SO cute!!!❤

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thank you!! 😊

[@siobhanhughes155]

Love it!!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thank you!!

[@johnwinter9722]

Nice and helpful review. Note on the awning: Those stains are very normal. Bugs, leaves, and just dirt collect as it is rolled up and it gets dirty. I use the same carwash liquid that I use on the rest of my RV and a long-handled brush. Gets most of it off. Pick a day when it is warm enough to get wet, because you will.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks for the tip!

[@belindaray2283]

We had the same issue with water staining on our awning. Believe it or not, the best thing we found was a cleaning product at Walmart in the RV supply section. It works well on the roof and the awning. You spray it on, wait a few minutes and rinse. Give it a try! Thanks for the video. Love the way you guys decorated the rv.😊

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks for watching - We'll definitely be on the lookout for it at walmart.

[@keithtrumble7029]

Nice video, we switched all our locks to Bauer keyed alike and the Bluetooth near field entry door lock. They have sales occasionally

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

The RV lock has worked well for us.

[@eric805]

A good size high definition TV for watching Blowing the stink off

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Yes - it's one of only two channels we watch.. The other being Adventures with M.E.

[@tinaredington3445]

put rods up in front of the shelves from top to bottom to keep them from moving forwards instead of taping them i have 2 rods i use one on each side of the shelves and they stay put while traveling.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Great idea! THanks!

[@TonyHulk]

12:10 funny, my wife and I have shared more that a cup of water in our days lol

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

LOL!

[@ah4furnishings348]

One of the things I’ve always been annoyed with is how the RV Industry has to cut corners If they could only see these real world reviews on their products! Happy Camping 😊

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

I know. You'd think they would pay attention?

[@whereinthehellarewewill1363]

A magnet over the time display on microwave solves that problem. Enjoyed the video and love you style of decorating and though I crochet still, I haven’t macramés in ages and now inspired to do so. Thank you 😊

[@whereinthehellarewewill1363]

Btw: do you have a pattern for the pouch by your beds? And cannot emphasize the comfort of having twin beds. No pulling the covers and positioning in the night. We don’t have them in our current RV but the next one will when we buy in 2024 😊

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks for the tip and glad you're watching!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

The pouches on the wall came from Amazon. They are macrame and we have a great affiliate link for them in the description. The twin beds are great!

[@lakrfan4980]

If you want to dim down the brightness on LED lighting from appliances there is a product made with tinted static film that can be cut to size and placed over the problem light.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks! We ended up using electrical tape but will look into your idea!

[@cindyj4258]

Love this video and your decor!🌺Have same model and my biggest complaint is the weird dinette table and seating pads. Everything else is great for one person doggie! During the day I sometimes convert the bed into the twin configuration. Especially when I want to access storage underneath. Mostly I prefer the one big bed.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Love this model (except the table!!). Thanks for watching!

[@bobloos4527]

Great review! Thanks! I've had my 2204s since March but only been out twice. It's a 2022 so have had 3!!!! recalls [propane quick connect, wifi cover, awning] which have all been cheerfully taken care of by dealer. And I have similar likes and dislikes to yours. Hope you don't mind a couple questions: 1. Have you had any ideas about replacing that !Q#W@ table? I absolutely hate it for the same reasons as you. I've thought about the type that sits on two aluminum tubes fitted into receivers on the floor, or just resorting to tv trays. I sometimes wish I'd gotten the sofa instead of that dinette! 2. What is your tow vehicle? I have a half ton pickup [F150] and am very conscious of weight, esp payload. 3. Lastly, how did you hang the pictures? And do they stay up? I'd love to improve the decor similar to yours. Anyway thanks again for the comments. Glad to see you're still enjoying the camper!

[@helenwasher2125]

I can answer the question about the pictures. We use command strips to hang them and they usually stay up. Once in a while, if it’s exceptionally hot, they’ll fall. I hope Joe has an answer about the table. I’d love to change it out.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Hi Bob - Unfortunately, I'm not sure what to do with the table other than be careful when we lean on it. I had thought about drilling and attaching it to the floor but I'm not confident I'll get it right and I don't want to put holes in the trailer :). We tow with a 2020 Ram 1500. I upgraded the towing a bit by adding Pacbrake air bags in the back to help with the load leveling and make the ride a little better when it is hooked up to the trailer. I think it tows beautifully now. However, we only get 10-12 mpg.

[@saravandusen3886]

Great review. We cover the microwave light with a decorative magnet at night.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

That's a great idea! Thanks for watching!

[@saravandusen3886]

We have a Flagstaff E-Pro 19 FD. In addition to covering the bright microwave light with a decorative magnet, we also placed command strip hooks over the panel controller. At night, we hang one of our hats on the hook to cover the bright lights.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

That's another good idea - Sometimes the lights on the panel can be too bright too.

[@zelmalang1695]

Thanks, great info. Does the dinette have any mechanical under the seats? Or is it all storage? Thanks again. Love your video. 😊

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Its all storage under the seats. Some room is taken from the drawers underneath but the rest is open. Thanks for watching!

[@RobertHasty]

Awning cleaner at camping world with a long handled scrub brush, awning will look brand new.

[@helenwasher2125]

Thank you!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks! We will definitely look for this.

[@user-cv1vu8xl4g]

Hi, just purchased the 2023 version of your trailer and have loved your video. Like so many, I'm in awe of your bedroom. Do you have any issues with making the beds with the mattress so tight to the wall? I would like to get away from sleeping bags but hubby needs convincing. I'm meticulous with bed making at home so see no issue with taking the time in the trailer. We are transitioning from a hybrid with tent ends (last 20 years with our now grown children) to the current couples trailer and so I am keen to make it as lovely as yours. We have a 14 year old dog whose favorite thing is to camp so we are hoping she sees a few summer's travel in our new camper. Last question, did you do your own trim along the valance edges and change out the bedroom curtain? Love it all. Tina

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

The beds aren't too bad to make. We pull the mattresses out a bit (very light) from the wall and tuck in the covers each morning. It really isn't too much trouble. We didn't do anything with the valance edges, but Helen made the trim on the curtain edge - You can see it in our decorating episode #1. Thanks for watching and the nice comments!

[@jeanettemarie6456]

Great video! I would put a piece of black duct tape over the microwave light.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

I'm going to smash it!

[@scrappertexasrose]

Can you put a mirror up to bounce the remote control infrared to the required equipment?

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Very clever idea - Maybe I'll look at where I can hang one.

[@stevenbrowningsr1144]

I'm surprised that you didn't mention about not being able to access the frig when the slide is in (like stopping for lunch at a rest area where you aren't supposed to open the slide). Maybe you don't take longer trips?

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Haven't had to access it yet with the slide in. We take shorter trips (less than 4 hours away).

[@henrykrecklow817]

I have the same pproblem with the TV and someone put me onto iRV app which downloads onto your phone then you can operate the system better. Also where did you camp when filming this video?

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Wow - thanks for the great tip! I'll try to download the APP. This was filmed at Pine Acres Family Camping Resort in Oakham Ma. We have a video coming up in a couple weeks showing the whole campground - it was really nice!

[@andyjackson7475]

Is the heat and cooling adequate? I can't believe the thermostat is right above the stove! I'm looking at purchasing this model; really like the floor plan with the twin beds!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

We haven't had any issues with it so far. The AC works really well as long as we aren't parked directly in the sun on a 100 degree humid day. The heat works fast when we need it.

[@Carolina-ln7bi]

I’ve heard they are discontinuing this for 2024. Have you heard this and why do you think that it’s being discontinued? 😞 I really like this model.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

We heard that also. Not sure why - we think its great!

[@l.k.1138]

Just a suggestion, use the cup hole to keep a toothbrush holder

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Good idea! Thanks for the comment!

[@santiagoanna2020]

Where did you get your napkin holder on your table?

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Hmmmm... We've had that a while. I believe we got it at Home Goods a few years ago.

[@patriciahogan4705]

You didn't mention it but is there a slide?

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Yes. The dinette is in the slide out. Thanks for watching!

[@tommydoyle7582]

2018 rockwood roo-same awning,same issue.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Yea, we finally got it cleaned up.

[@user-hl9io7us4o]

You should put a cup in the holder & set your toothbrushes in the cup!!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Good idea!

[@cindygaudet1390]

Hey could put a potted plant in the hole in the bathroom counter.😅 lol yea ours didn’t come with tp holder either.crazy. Love your video and still love the bedroom!

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thank you for watching! We have new decor coming this season!

[@kristirudolph7504]

Everything you mention that was good and bad is everything I have said lol. I mean everything

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

You know what they say... Great minds think alike!

[@cherylallen5927]

Put a cup in the hole then puht toothbrushes in the cup

[@bulldogshouse9970]

You're using your sink the way it is supposed to be used it is hard to wash and rinse dishes in a single bowl sink it is better to have the double-sided sink for the purpose of the way you're using it that is what it's designed for

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Thanks for watching!

[@tommydoyle7582]

Dont replace the awning-they all do that.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

We did get it cleaned up for the season. Not perfect, but it works.

[@karenhutson-greenwald9927]

Oh my... first would problems!😮

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

I know right?

[@biff5856]

The dinette kills it for me. I hate them.

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

We prefer the dinette over the recliners...

[@biff5856]

@@Blowingthestinkoff I don't care for recliners. I like storage. A decent size wardrobe is great. A nice fridge and separate freezer. I travel solo, but have a lot of clothes. I had the perfect trailer. Twin beds, tons of storage, a midsize comfortable sofa, no dinette. Full bath at the rear, a good size wardrobe. Unfortunately it was totalled in an Ocala Florida tornado. (EF 4) It was a Fleetwood Prowler, back when they were high quality units. I would have maintained it over the years just to keep it. I've never seen one quite like it.

[@karenhutson-greenwald9927]

Oh my... first would problems!😮

[@Blowingthestinkoff]

Indeed!