Motorhome that costs £8,000 a night - PHOTO

Holidaymakers who like the idea of exploring the great outdoors but shudder at the thought of a freezing, insect-infested tent may be interested in hiring a palatial motorhome - as long as they have £8,000 a night to spare.The glittering tour bus, once used by F1 stars Jenson Button and, before him Jacques Villeneuve, is now being offered as a unique 'seven star' hotel. It was hand-built for Villeneuve by U.S. company Newell and probably boasts similar fuel efficiency to an F1 car thanks to a 500bhp 12 litre engine that allows it to hit 100mph.Guests who splash the cash will be greeted with champagne and a complementary hamper on arrival, while a personal team of waiters will be on hand for 24 hours a day.The epitome of the trend for 'glamping' (glam camping), the first million-dollar motorhome also boasts its very own limousine, helicopter and Michelin star chef to enjoy in the extravagant bus - which boasts a 42in plasma TV, fully fitted American-style kitchen, a walk-in wardrobe and a gold ensuite bathroom.The 500 sq ft palace - dubbed the 'Icon' - sleeps up to four people and is believed to be the largest motorhome in the UK.Icon Experiences owner Andrew Morris said: 'The Icon is a living piece of history. A unique motorhome, which was the first million dollar motorhome to be created.'We do have preferential privileged locations both in the UK and throughout Europe but we're more than happy to drive the Icon to the location of your choice.'With our 24-hour support team always discreetly on hand, we will ensure that all the normal rigmarole of hiring a motorhome is taken care of.'British racing champion Button owned the bus or eight years from 2003 until 2011 - and toured in it around the world during his title-winning season in 2009.The bus was built with no expense spared and is coated from floor to ceiling in leather.Mr Morris added: 'It was made especially for life on the race circuits of Europe and has been home to Formula One drivers including world champions Jacques Villeneuve and Jenson Button.'With that in mind, guests can expect a top-of-the-range experience and be treated like a world champion.'Daytona 500-winning Nascar driver Matt Kenseth is a proud owner of a similar vehicle.(dailymail.co.uk)ANN.Az