Things to do before leaving your mobile home at the end of the vacation (and that we always forget)

Everyone has experienced this strange moment: you’re about to close the door of the mobile home, suitcases in one hand, children in the other… and then, doubt sets in.

Have you done everything right? Empty the fridge? Keys left on the table? Toys picked up from under the beds? A mobile home departure checklist becomes your best ally to avoid unpleasant surprises.

It prevents you from forgetting the essentials, but also from leaving with that little stress floating in the air… and which sometimes spoils the last moments.

Here is a lively, friendly and ultra-practical guide to leaving your mobile home in the best possible conditions.

Les Places Dorées, a 5-star campsite in Saint-Jean-de-Monts , shares its best on-site advice for a smooth departure.

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The forgotten cleaning that costs a lot

It only takes one detail for the campsite inventory to become a tense moment.

A mark on the mirror, a sticky drawer, a fridge with an open bottle of water still lying around… and the mobile home deposit takes a hit.

Rest assured: there’s no need to scrub every tile joint. But a few simple steps can make all the difference. Remember to empty the bins , sweep the floor , and clean the stovetops if you’ve been cooking. And if you have children, a quick look under the beds can reveal forgotten (and sticky) treasures.

Les Places Dorées even recommends that you return each piece of furniture and accessories to their original location. A quick check that shortens checkout and saves you from having to go back and forth with the staff.

Objects left in the shadows

Every year, it’s the same scenario: vacationers call back in a panic about a forgotten charger or a comforter left under their pillow.

Forgotten items in a mobile home are part of the end-of-stay ritual. But some will never be recovered .

To avoid this blow to morale (and budget), establish an end-of-stay routine in a mobile home : an empty bag dedicated to “last-minute reunions,” a look through the drawers, a look in the bed storage if you have one, and a visit to the bathroom, often the most forgotten.

Keep in mind that the mobile home holiday departure is prepared like an escape game: it’s all a question of method, and the mobile home departure checklist remains your trump card.

The rule we often ignore

By enjoying the beach so much, we sometimes forget that returning a mobile home to camping means respecting a few instructions.

At Les Places Dorées campsite, everything is designed to ensure your stay ends smoothly. But this also requires a few simple gestures. The camping holiday checklist provided in the mobile home reminds you of the basics: dishes done, furniture put away, fridge emptied, windows closed.

A departure inventory is sometimes conducted by the staff before returning the items. This isn’t an inspection; it’s a time for discussion. The idea is to ensure everything is clear on both sides, so your departure from the campsite goes smoothly.

And if you have any doubts? Reception is always available for a final, friendly look.

The smart departure of regulars

Those who have been packing camping suitcases for years all have a secret.

Their favorite tip? Plan ahead the night before : put away clean clothes, identify what will be left for the last day, and pack a separate bag for morning essentials. This saves you from returning the mobile home at 8:15 a.m. when you’re supposed to leave at 9 a.m.

Another habit we love: planning a super simple breakfast on the big day. Toast ready, disposable cups (recyclable, obviously), for a departure without washing up .

And if you really want to squeeze in every last minute, give it a final sweep in flip-flops . Your suitcase is in the car, the kids have finished their juice… you’re ready to go, relaxed.

Because, at the end of the day, the mobile home departure checklist is more than just a tool: it’s a real ritual. And it deserves to be experienced without rushing.

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