Dinette alternatives

[Allentc2]

I'm really leaning towards the Bay Star 3401, but one thing that many (I have been showing coworkers, friends, etc. the floorplans I like so they can play Devil's advocate) have pointed out that is if I have company, the seating arrangement is a little awkward. I noticed there is a couple of options that involve chairs and even a free-standing table, but I cannot find any pics of what these set ups look like.

Does anyone have any of these options they'd care to share pics of? I'd kinda like to see the computer desk set up. Or is having easily moving furniture sort of a no-no in a moving house?

[CoachC]

Originally Posted by Allentc2

I'm really leaning towards the Bay Star 3401, but one thing that many (I have been showing coworkers, friends, etc. the floorplans I like so they can play Devil's advocate) have pointed out that is if I have company, the seating arrangement is a little awkward. I noticed there is a couple of options that involve chairs and even a free-standing table, but I cannot find any pics of what these set ups look like.

Does anyone have any of these options they'd care to share pics of? I'd kinda like to see the computer desk set up. Or is having easily moving furniture sort of a no-no in a moving house?

Hi Allentc2,
Sorry no pic handy. We have the desk option and love it. Free standing table stores neatly and safely under the middle of the desk when stowed and on the road. It has a leaf so seating 6 when pulled out is possible but maybe a bit tight. 2 free standing chairs plus 2 free standing/matching folding chairs included.
When considering floor plans worry most about your needs 1st. I recall there is a RV philosophy out there that says plan to sleep 2, feed 4 and entertain 6. You can entertain 6 or more easily outside the RV. Your living/lifestyle needs come 1st. Guest accommodations come a bit further down the list IMHO.

Best of luck and safe travels!

[Logan Oregon]

X2 on the free standing table and chairs.

The pic below may not help too much, as it only shows the table and 2 chairs. But the table can be puled out and moved easily, and has a leaf insert available. The chair next to the refer was replaced with an office chair for the DW (we added a throw rug with a bigger footprint for her to roll the chair around as needed). She does her finance work there. The top draw on that side of the desk is for a keyboard and mouse that can be hidden away until used. The lower cabinet can hold a printer and/or computer. In the corner of the desk, you can see the hole for routing cables up to the monitor.

[Canuck53]

JT,

How long and ide is the table with the leaf? Could another leaf be installed or to unstable not enough support? Thanks for sharing.

[Logan Oregon]

Originally Posted by Canuck53

JT,

How long and ide is the table with the leaf? Could another leaf be installed or to unstable not enough support? Thanks for sharing.

Only 1 leaf available and the table will only expand to fit one leaf.

Not near the coach, so I can't tell you how long, but it's comfortable with 4 chairs with the leaf added.

The DW often pulls the table out and makes an L-Shaped desk area, placing the table near the recliner, so she has a lot of room to work with.

[Canuck53]

Thanks sounds good if you had 2 more chairs could people sit on the ends for games and cards, of course with the table rotated

[Logan Oregon]

Originally Posted by Canuck53

Thanks sounds good if you had 2 more chairs could people sit on the ends for games and cards, of course with the table rotated

You could even move the table to be between the couch and recliners for out floor plan. There's so much room, and the free-standing table lends a lot of flexibility.

[Canuck53]

Ok sold! were in. That was our choice but not first but it has grown on us due to flexibility.

[Dale & Mark Bruss]

We ordered our Bounder with the Fleetwood credenza. It comes with two fixed chairs and two fold-able chairs. There is an extension that adds about a foot to the table surface.

[WoodyS]

It's probably dangerous posting photos of our coach's desk/table option because Newmar has probably changed things -- a lot since our 2008 KSDP3623 was made. But nevertheless, here are photos of that option in our coach.

Here it is in "desk" mode. The table is folded up against the wall here.


Our table came with two narrow leaves. Here it is with both leaves in, and the Newmar original two permanent chairs and two folding chairs. The folding chairs store under the bed in their own little spot. Yes, this sits 4, but it's kind of cramped.


This is how we use ours for just the two of us -- one leaf inserted, two chairs. Without any leaf, we feel the table is too short and cramped. But in our coach, in this configuration with one leaf inserted -- the outside table leg is on the floor -- not the slide. So when we bring the slides in, I remove that leaf so the table sits on the slide only.


And here's a shot of the printer/computer CPU space with roll-out shelf. I'm not showing it, but the top drawer opens and there's another roll-out shelf on it for either a keyboard, or laptop.


When I saw photos of this option I really wanted it. And we were lucky enough to find one in this used coach. At least on the used market, this desk/table option is VERY rare.

But as I suggested at the top of this post, you really need to check the Newmar brochure to see what the current one for your coach looks like. I'm sure it's different. This one is now 11 years old.

[FatChance]

We have that same desk/buffet/dining table with two leaves in our 2004 Mountain Aire 4016 (but on the curb side in the 4016). It is one of the best features in our coach and an option we specifically looked for before purchasing in 2016. It works great for the two of us and still works for four people. Love it!

[Boomer]

We love the Dinette with roll top table so much, we ordered it in the new Ventana.

http://www.irv2.com/forums/f103/vent...ns-355250.html
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[Dizzee2020]

I also posted this info in the 2019 deliveries thread.

For 2019 DSDP's:

The chairs have definitely changed and table heights may have changed.

Chairs: They now sport matching ultra leather seats and complimentary fabric backs with wood tops.

Table heights: They appear to be slightly lower than 2018 based upon the relative gap between the hutch height and lower window edge. I apologize for not measuring the seat height, table top height and lower table edge from the floor. I have those for the 2018 models. This was moot information for DW and me as we've decided on the extended Euro Booth.

This may be important info for some people as I found that it was harder to get under a 2019 desk/dinette combo without smacking my thigh. The 2018 was not as restrictive but I also had problems not hitting my thigh on those dinettes. I suspect that it s a combination of having a slightly higher seat height and a slightly lower table height. For what it's worth, I recommend that all need to "slide-in" to the 2019 dinette of choice before ordering to ensure you fit without bruises.

[rlott2k]

Originally Posted by WoodyS

It's probably dangerous posting photos of our coach's desk/table option because Newmar has probably changed things -- a lot since our 2008 KSDP3623 was made. But nevertheless, here are photos of that option in our coach.



Here it is in "desk" mode. The table is folded up against the wall here.

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Our table came with two narrow leaves. Here it is with both leaves in, and the Newmar original two permanent chairs and two folding chairs. The folding chairs store under the bed in their own little spot. Yes, this sits 4, but it's kind of cramped.

Attachment 211349



This is how we use ours for just the two of us -- one leaf inserted, two chairs. Without any leaf, we feel the table is too short and cramped. But in our coach, in this configuration with one leaf inserted -- the outside table leg is on the floor -- not the slide. So when we bring the slides in, I remove that leaf so the table sits on the slide only.

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And here's a shot of the printer/computer CPU space with roll-out shelf. I'm not showing it, but the top drawer opens and there's another roll-out shelf on it for either a keyboard, or laptop.

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When I saw photos of this option I really wanted it. And we were lucky enough to find one in this used coach. At least on the used market, this desk/table option is VERY rare.



But as I suggested at the top of this post, you really need to check the Newmar brochure to see what the current one for your coach looks like. I'm sure it's different. This one is now 11 years old.

Jealous! That’s the setup we looked for. We still may add 2 base kitchen cabinets and a top to create a credenza . More room at the table is always good.