Weekender Small Living Quarters Horse Trailer | Double D Trailers

The Basics Living Quarters Trailer is a Simple Solution for Overnight Camping

From the structural perspective of the trailer, this model isn't any different in standard amenities compared to our non-living quarter models. It's built with the standard SafeTack swing out saddle compartment, Z-Frame technology for a strong and lightweight non-rusting chassis, Galvalite interior panels that are safer for horses, and the Safebump one-piece fiber composite mold roof system.

See the video below for an explanation on Aluminum vs. Galvalite in horse trailers. 

From the living quarters perspective, it's a much smaller and simpler design than a conventional full living quarters.

This Model is NOT for you if...

This model is NOT for you if you have your heart set on a traditional full living quarters design.  Just to be clear, most full living quarters start out around a 7' short wall, which is the minimum length required to fit in a separate bathroom. They have a kitchen, which includes an under the counter mounted refrigerator, cook top, sink, and microwave. There is also a comfortable seating area such as a sofa or dinette. Full living quarters are customizable for colors, walls, ceiling, cabinets and materials along with a host of other available amenities.

On the other hand, the Basics Living Quarters trailer is a much smaller and simpler design than a conventional full living quarters. So, if a full living quarters model sounds like what you want, the Basics LQ is NOT for you.

What the Basics Living Quarters Trailer is NOT

At Double D Trailers, our extensive LQ trailer package includes:

• A 7” short wall (the minimum length required to fit a separate bathroom.)
• Kitchen - including a counter mounted fridge, cook top, sink, microwave.
• Kitchen seating area - sofa or dinette
• Customizable - choose your own colors, walls, ceiling, cabinets, materials, and more.

This model is NOT for you if you have your heart set on a traditional full living quarters design, with the features that are listed above.

On the other hand, the Basics Living Quarters trailer is a much smaller and simpler design than a conventional full living quarters. So, if a full living quarters model sounds like what you want, the Basics LQ is NOT for you.

Instead, you may want to check out our full LQ trailer, the SafeTack Reverse model.

What IS the Basics Model? A Weekender Small Living Quarters Horse Trailer

When you think of the Basics model, we like to refer to this trailer as “the bare necessities.” 

The Basics weekender small living quarters horse trailer model is designed for clients needing a simple solution for traveling.

The compact floor plan of this model keeps it lighter in weight, shorter wheelbase, less tongue weight, and much easier to maneuver than conventional longer LQ horse trailers.

Available in a four-foot short wall, the walls of the living quarter are bare metal, and the roof is a fiber composite finish with exposed beams, which is the same look as in the horse area. There aren't any paneling or color choices available for the interior walls, and it mirrors the Galvilite material that's in your horse area.

The compact floor plan of this model keeps it lighter in weight, shorter wheelbase, less tongue weight, and much easier to maneuver than conventional longer LQ horse trailers.

The Basics Living Quarters model provides:

• Running water (with a hot water heater)
• The ability to shower
• Space to use the bathroom
• Kitchen sink (can be used for cooking, brushing your teeth, washing your hands)
• Closet, storage cabinets, and a bench seat

Can I Customize My Basics LQ Trailer?

YES! Popular add-on options include:

• A small refrigerator mounted underneath the kitchen cabinet
• Microwave
• Cooktop.

In addition, many clients do not camp when it's really hot outside, or cold. Rather, most horse owners choose to camp in the milder spring and fall. For this reason, a roof air conditioner isn't a standard feature on the Basics. While it is an add-on option, we recommend a powered roof vent with rain sensor over the bed area instead. It is bi-directional, remote controlled, thermostat controlled, and it automatically closes when it starts to rain.

With the gooseneck nose windows open and the fan in operation, a cross breeze is created in the bed area to keep you nice and comfortable.

Is the Basics Living Quarters Horse Trailer Right for You?

To sum it up, you are the perfect candidate for this weekender small living quarters horse trailer model if you check all of the boxes on this list…

1. 1. You want a place to sleep when you travel with your horses.
   2. You don’t have a huge budget for a living quarters horse trailer.
   3. You don’t need all the extra amenities that a full LQ trailer offers.
   4. You want to haul 2, 3, or 4 horses.
   5. You prefer the “bare necessities” when it comes to overnight camping for horse travel.
   6. You want an LQ trailer that is easier to maneuver than standard models.
   7. You want all of the exclusive safety features offered by Double D Trailers.

If this sounds like you, the Basics model will be a perfect fit. If you have more questions, we’ve prepared a comprehensive brochure to answer most of your questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is a weekender horse trailer?

Weekender living quarters horse trailer models are typically more compact than standard living quarters. The weekender model from Double D Trailers, the Basics, has an 18 ft box length and weighs 6,500 lbs.

What is a weekender horse trailer?

The Basics horse trailer model by Double D Trailers is an example of a weekender / weekend package horse trailer. The Basics model is a living quarters horse trailer that offers a more basic set of living quarters horse trailer features such as running water, hot water heater, a place to shower, kitchen sink, and storage.

What is the smallest living quarters horse trailer?

The smallest and safest living quarters horse trailer on the market today is the patented SafeTack 1 horse trailer with living quarters by Double D Trailers.