Welcome to GN's Pauline.
I personally don't like covers for caravans they only last a year or two at best - If you are going to keep the van for a decent period of time consider a cheap carport which also protects from hail, cafe curtains can be added to sides if required.

Dometic covers are about the cheapest. Alot listed on Ebay see link; caravan covers ebay caravan covers ebay - Search (bing.com)

-- Edited by Possum3 on Monday 10th of October 2022 03:00:48 PM

Have to agree with both the posts above.
Finished up installing the shelter shown below which works well.

 

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I've bought a couple from Caravan Covers online, they are very helpful and you can call them anytime for assistance. Recommend them. I've bought Aussie Covers brand from them on their recommendation and they have been faultless.

HI Pauline,

If you do decide to use a caravan cover. I found the ADCO brand was satisfactory. Most of the budget covers deteriorate in the weather/sun in about 3 to four years.
My ADCO cover has lasted better than the previous brand that I have used. ADCO used to guarantee for three years and were well known for replacing if a cover failed under the three year time span, if the cover was handled properly. Presumably that still occurs.
My current cover is four years this summer. Recently developed some holes and I intend replacing it after the next significant van holiday.

A supplier who does high quality covers for a higher price is "Caravan Motor Home Covers" on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. They have a website.

Covers are much cheaper than a car port and take less space. But of course, the covers need more work by the owners.

-- Edited by watsea on Wednesday 12th of October 2022 01:23:57 PM

Hi Pauline.

If a shade shed is out of the question you could consider going to a company that specialises in the manufacturing of tarpaulins for trucks.

These manufacturers can make and absolute custom fit tarp which can have wear patches stitched into them to prevent paint damage and ropes and anchor points fitted to make it as easy as possible to fit.
It is when a tarp is loose that will cause damage.
You may also include a zip section for the door to enable easy access.
Any cover you choose will prevent your caravan Solar from keeping the batteries charged and I would not suggest leaving sections from the roof of the tarp.
Battery charging may be from a power point and charger or a separate solar panel.

A custom made cover will permit you to select quality materials but the cover will not be as cheap as what you will buy on the www.

Good luck with it.