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At the beginning of 2019, we converted our Balou van into our house on wheels in two months, after which we left for an indefinite period abroad. After a fantastic trip we are now back and since then we have been making long journeys or going out for weekends. Between 2019 and now we have adapted and converted Balou, making it super practical and efficient. We want everyone to enjoy our nice van, for adventurous holidays and chill weekends away! Everything for the insurance is taken care of when you rent Balou from us.
Engine, dimensions and mileage
The bus is from 2004 and has a diesel engine. Due to its dimensions, you can simply park the bus in a normal parking space, and because there are windows everywhere, it is easy to park and drive the bus. The mileage is now at 187,000, and there is room for many more kilometers!
Layout of the bus
If it rains once, you'll be fine in Balou by bus. We have a handy wooden table that you can attach to the bed near the two seating areas, so you can eat inside or play a game. If you want more living space, you can easily fold the table away. In addition, there is a super comfortable bed. Small tenants can sleep across the width of the bus, but we always extend the bed ourselves. That way you have a huge bed, even if you are tall. The mattress is thick and comfortable.
The bus is equipped with sufficient storage spaces, leaving a lot of living space. Above the cabin are two deep wardrobes, one of which has a mirror in which you can store your toothbrush and toothpaste. Storage space has been created under both seats for food, bottles of wine, laptops, candles and games. The kitchen is equipped with a cutlery drawer, two drawers for pans and food and a cupboard with a gas bottle and a kettle. The trash can is conveniently concealed on the inside of the door near the water tanks.
In addition, the 'garage' under the bed is completely empty when you rent the bus, except for a large umbrella and two folding chairs. Here you can store crates of food, skateboards and hiking boots to your heart's content.
The wooden table can also be mounted outside on the side of the bus in good weather. With the two folding chairs in the back, you therefore have a nice place to eat outside.
Current
There are no less than 3 panels on the roof. The panels provide more than enough power to power the refrigerator, lights, laptops and telephones!
The equipment of the van:
- 3 burner gas stove with gas bottle and a spare gas bottle
- Wash basin and water tank 30 liters
- Fridge with freezer compartment
- Large garage under the bed
- Blackout curtains
- 3 solar panels, you are never without power
- Inverter to charge your laptop
- All-season tyres
All extras for a carefree holiday:
- 2 camping chairs
- Table for inside and outside
- Games and petanque
- Specifications
- Plates, cups and bowls
- Le Creuset whistling kettle
- Omnia oven
- Pans and frying pans
- Cutting boards
- Kitchen utensils (bottle opener, knives, cheese slicer, etc.)
- Dustpan and brush
- Waste paper basket
- Basic spices (pepper, salt, Italian, Provencal, cinnamon, etc)
- Tea, coffee filters and filter holder
- Indoor lights (3x) can also be used outside
- Lamp cord and accompanying power bank
- Awning
- Chargers iPhone and Android
In addition, we ensure that 2 tea towels, 2 kitchen towels, 2 dishcloths and 2 towels are ready.
Contrary to what the site states, pick-up and return can be done all day between 06:30 and 22:30
NB! Due to the diesel engine and the fact that the bus dates from 2004, you cannot enter environmental zones in the Netherlands. It is also possible that you are not allowed to enter certain cities by bus abroad.