About Joshua Sawvell

Hello! Thanks for checking me out. I am the proud husband of 4 years to my wife Staci, we have one 9 year old son. I grew up on the tradition of camping and look forward to sharing the joy of camping with my family and as many others as possible.

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2017 Forest River Sunseeker Alaskan Adventure Basecamp RVClass CSeats 6, Sleeps 623 ft
Palmer, AK
4.7 (7)

Relax and seek shelter under this Power Awning after a fun day of adventuring!. Forest River Sunseeker 2017

Imagine yourself sleeping in this super comfortable queen bed after a fun day with your family!. Forest River Sunseeker 2017

Plenty of room to stretch out and hang out inside!. Forest River Sunseeker 2017

This is the kitchen with some of the provided kitchen supplies. There is also a Keurig and Percolating Coffeepot, plus so much more!. Forest River Sunseeker 2017

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Judy T.

3September 2023

A costly mistakeWe had what we believed was a definitive verbal agreement with Josh when we picked up his RV and received a 90 min orientation to everything in the vehicle and his expectations of us. We asked if we could use his rv on gravel since few road surfaces in the state are paved.We believed and he acknowledged that he had agreed to our driving on gravel roads which we did. Unfortunately upon returning the RV Josh told us we had violated the written contract by driving on Denali Hwy and the security deposit of $1500 could be his as a result. In his verbal permission Josh believed we were referring to roads other than those named online as prohibited although he did not mention that at the time. During the two weeks it rained both day and night. He said he could see we were careful with his rig, cautious in our driving and that all the systems were working. He explained he knew we had no malice and drove at low speeds but that we had violated the written contract. He said he would only take 558$ to have an inspection, change the oil and filter in the truck and generator and rotate and balance the tires. He reported after the service nothing was wrong . It appears his vehicle fall service is now done. Obviously verbal commitments ( even based on different understandings )cannot be relied upon with him. This was a costly mistake to pay $300 per night, additional car fare to get to him in Palmer from Anchorage and then the additional $558. We would not rent from him again.

Joshua’s answer

Judy, I apologize that you did not see in the listing when you were selecting my RV that it clearly lists the prohibited roads. They are also listed in the Rental Agreement that we all signed during that 90 min orientation you mentioned. You had asked about gravel roads, and my answer was that short gravel roads to get to campgrounds and certain scenic areas were expected and acceptable. You didn't ask for any further clarification. You guys took the RV on the Denali Hwy, over 120 miles of unpaved and extremely rough Highway, not road. There were several other small issues that your trip caused, and I did not charge you for. I felt that I was being very reasonable for you guys clearly violating the prohibited roads. I even believe there to be signs that you attempted to disable the GPS(wanting to remove the trailer brake controller because you didn't know what it was, also the bottom of the dash popped off after a 1 mile drive on paved roads). You bent the tailpipe to the generator and scraped the end of it (I have pictures to prove this), which I did not charge you for. There was also the water filled compartments from a loose hose when you guys hooked up city water (I tested and verified same day as return). The list could go on, but I'm not going to be petty. Again, I'm sorry that you did not see about the prohibited highways, but considering what I have found since I released the remainder of your guys' security deposit, I was definitely being extremely fair for your negligence.

Deborah L.

5August 2023

Josh was really great to work with. Great communication and helpful. The RV was perfect, all the comforts of home and very clean.

Tamara H.

5June 2023

Richard B.

5July 2022

This is such a wonderful RV!!! We took it up to Tolsona Wilderness Campground to do a quick camping trip and float the river for our nephew's Birthday. My son, daughter in law, grandson, my wife and I (plus our pups) stayed in the RV and it was very comfortable and roomy. This RV has so many wonderful complementary items we enjoyed the coffee, hot chocolate and smores kit! My wife made our nephews Birthday cake in the Dutch oven that is RV and it turned out great! We absolutely loved they layout of the RV and how clean and well stocked it was! We will for sure be renting this RV again for our next Adventure!

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Josh S.

5June 2022

Work rented it for me, saved money over a hotel and was way more comfortable. Would definitely reccomend.

Josh S.

5June 2022

Great RV and host, would definitely reccomend.

Rachelle M.

5June 2022

Had such an awesome trip and can’t recommend the Sawvell’s and their RV more highly. They have thought of everything you could possibly need, were so communicative, and so flexible and easy to work with. Can’t wait to rent from them again.

2 Photos submitted by Rachelle M.

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