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Travel :The motorhome that costs £8,000 A NIGHT and reaches speeds of up to 100mph: Lavish tour bus

On the Button: Formula 1 ace Jenson's former motorhome has been transformed into a luxury getaway - costing up to £8,000 a night


Seven star: The motorhome comes with a team of staff, including a gourmet chef and waiters, who cater to guests' whims around the clock

Seven star: The motorhome comes with a team of staff, including a gourmet chef and waiters, who cater to guests' whims around the clock
British racing champion Button owned the bus for eight years from 2003 until 2011 - and toured in it around the world during his title-winning season in 2009

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.
See more pictures after the cut.....

British racing champion Button owned the bus for eight years from 2003 until 2011 - and toured in it around the world during his title-winning season in 2009

Opulent: The lavish tour bus is believed to be the largest motorhome in the UK


Glitter: The motorhome is now being offered as a unique 'seven star' hotel for tourists with a fat wallet

Bubbles: Guests who splash the cash will be greeted with champagne and a complementary hamper on arrival

Glitter: The motorhome is now being offered as a unique 'seven star' hotel for tourists with a fat wallet. It is not known if the nighties on the bed are included in the price

Travel: The owers of the 'Icon' are than happy to drive it to the guest's location of choice

The owers of the 'Icon' are than happy to drive it to the guest's location of choice

Red hot: Those who want to spend some time outdoors can enjoy a luxury BBQ under the stars while a top chef takes the strain on the cooking

Red hot: Those who want to spend some time outdoors can enjoy a luxury BBQ under the stars while a top chef takes the strain on the cooking

The ultimate in 'glamping': The bus was built with no expense spared and is coated from floor to ceiling in leather

The ultimate in 'glamping': The bus was built with no expense spared and is coated from floor to ceiling in leather

Sartorial: Owners of velour suits, stripey blazers and Chelsea boots will find ample space to store their wardrobe
The bathroom has gold taps and faucets

British F1 driver Jenson Button poses in the living room of his former luxurious mobile home

British F1 driver Jenson Button poses in the living room of his former luxurious mobile home

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