The Vacationer 35K is Holiday Rambler’s top gas Class A and a close sister to the Fleetwood Bounder. The big draw is that it brings bath-and-a-half comfort and solid towing, and showcases many upscale features without diesel pusher pricing.
Matt’s RV Reviews toured the 2026 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 35K at Concord Mills Mall in Charlotte, and the first thing that jumped out was the paint. This Class A gas coach looks sharp, but the appeal goes far past the full-body finish.
In the video at the end of this post, Matt gives us a tour.
What the Holiday Rambler Vacationer 35K puts on paper
At 36’3″ long, the coach stays manageable for a Class A while still offering a roomy layout. It rides on the Ford F53 chassis with the 7.3L V8 “Godzilla” engine, rated in the video description at 335 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque. It also carries an 8,000-pound hitch, 100 gallons of fresh water, 58 gallons of gray capacity, and 42 gallons of black capacity.
Safety tech is stronger than expected in this class. The review calls out advanced braking controls, lane assist, adaptive cruise control, mirror cameras, Diamond Shield front protection, and keyless entry with fingerprint access. Cargo carrying capacity is listed at 1,657 pounds.
Exterior details that make it feel upscale
The outside is where the Vacationer 35K separates itself fast. Matt points to frameless windows, chrome mirrors, Michelin 235/80R22.5 tires, Alcoa wheels, and one of the better paint schemes in the gas Class A market. Holiday Rambler also includes a 3-year structural warranty and a 1-year limited warranty.
Storage looks strong, too. There are aluminum slam-latch doors, pass-through bays, a pet tether, an exterior TV with soundbar, a power awning with LED lights, propane, a Fogatti tankless water heater, a power cord reel, surge protection, an Onan 5500 gas generator, and a wet bay. The rear cap, roof ladder, TPO roof, and hitch-mounted flag holders round out a well-finished exterior.
Inside the bath-and-a-half floor plan
Up front, both captain’s chairs swivel into the living space, and a power Hide-A-Loft™ bunk above the cab is rated for 500 pounds. The dashboard includes auto-leveling controls, and the central panel handles slides, lights, utilities, and tank levels.
The main living area gets the basics right. Oversized theater seats face the TV and electric fireplace, while the dinette has the sofa-like comfort Holiday Rambler is known for. The kitchen adds solid-surface counters, pantry storage, a double sink, a three-burner gas cooktop, and a large Whirlpool refrigerator.
In back, the king bed stays usable with the slides in, which matters on travel days. The bedroom also has CPAP-friendly outlets, overhead storage, and both daytime and privacy blinds.
A mid-coach half-bath adds a porcelain toilet and mirrored cabinet, while the rear full bath makes this layout easy for couples or guests. The rear shower gets good marks for headroom, a seat, and a Showermi$er system.
Price, best features, and a few misses
The reviewed coach carried an MSRP of $290,618, while the sale price was listed at $184,995.
What stood out most:
• The full-body paint, big tires, and slam-latch storage doors
• The three-burner gas cooktop and large fridge
• The 35K bath-and-a-half floor plan
A few things missed the mark:
• The new dinette bed mechanism looked awkward
• The sofa area felt like wasted space
• The faux-brick fireplace surround looked a bit plastic
Final thoughts
The 2026 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 35K makes a strong case for the luxury gas Class A crowd. It looks expensive, rides on proven Ford gas power, and uses its 36-foot footprint well.
For buyers who want more comfort than a smaller motorhome can offer, but do not want diesel pusher pricing, this one lands in a sweet spot.
While Matt reviews the 2026 Holiday Rambler Vacationer in the video below, the new 2027 models are now featured on Holiday Rambler’s website. Check them out here.
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