Your Dream Campervan Adventure Awaits!
Escape the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary with my cosy and colourful Campervan, the ultimate travel companion for your next adventure. Whether you're exploring national parks, finding wild swims, enjoying a weekend away or discovering those walks you've always wanted to do. My Campervan is designed with comfort, style and convenience in mind. This is my retirement present to myself but I don't have as much time as I would like to use it, so I thought I would share it. Please treat it with the utmost respect. It's not perfect so, if there are any issues, please contact me asap. On handover I will go over the van and its requirements throughly. Please make time for this. An hour earlier should be enough time. This is also a requirement when the van is returned.
Features:
-Spacious interior: Roomy (van-wise) enough for the whole family with flexible sleeping arrangements for up to 4 people (depending on the size of the humans). Sometimes it's a preferable space for just two. There is a permanent, raised, small double bed in the rear of the van plus a convertible small sofa bed. It is a cosy space but these beds will not accommodate very tall or large people. I am 5’10’’ and I sleep comfortably in the space. My 6’4’’ son finds it cramped. When I travel with a friend we each have a bed. My daughter has happily shared the bed. If you’re nearby, you can come view the van before committing.
I provided duvets, pillows, linens, blankets & quick dry towels.
-Fully equipped & ample storage: There is a large garage space in the rear of the van and lots of cupboard space inside. There is a two ring gas cooker, a sink (please, only water down the sink), a prep area (use the provided chopping boards at all times for cutting anything - do not cut on the work surface) and all the equipment you might need. But you can also supplement these with your favourites items from home. As this is a van I have kept it basic.
-Cozy living space: Enjoy a comfortable seating area that transforms to a small bed, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration. The passenger seat swivels for extra seating in the living area. There are 2 tables. One stored in rear garage for the seating space and a smaller fold up one that can be used in or out.
-Important Amenities: Onboard shower/wetroom with sink & flushing toilet (that you will need to empty at a suitable facility) that can also provide storage and a place to hang wet swimwear, towels, clothing and shoes. I have only tended to use the loo for number 1's. Number 2's I reserve for campsite & public toilets. Unless it's an emergency. The toilet cassette is your responsibility to clean out while on the road. Campsites provide this facility. I will provide the chemicals the loo requires to have added.
-Water: There are fresh and waste water tanks that will need to be filled and emptied. Please only allow water to go down the kitchen sink as this waste sits in a tank. Other liquids need to be managed by using washing up bowl and removing them via the campsite waste sites. There is a hose in the garage for filling up with fresh water via the port on the side of the van. This is locked and the key is on the van keys. I take fresh water to drink & refill at campsites. I don’t drink the water from the van. I do use it for the kettle and boil it for coffee and tea. I will provide tea bags, ground coffee for the cafetière and sugar. there will be salt and pepper as well. If you need any other basics please ask. People diets can be complicated so I don't want to provide something that is not required.
-Mod cons: USB charging ports, electric lighting through-out and a TRUMA gas/electric heater for those colder months. I will provide a YouTube link for info on how to operate this. It’s pretty straight forward. I’ll do this after any booking. There is a hook-up connection for larger electric items, if there is one available at the campsite. There are bed side lights for avid readers. The vans internal power is from a 12v battery. This powers the lights, the fridge, the water pump, the USB points & the ventilation fans. This enables (respectful & responsible) wild camping. It is limited. You cannot use, for example, a hair dryer or lap top. For other 240v items you will need to Hook Up. There is a connection on the side of the van and a long 25m cable in the garage box. If an electric item has a 3 pin plug then you need to be hooked up before plugging in. There are a couple of 3 pin sockets in the van for these purposes.
-Eco Camping: Embrace sustainable travel with the energy efficient design via the solar panel. This van is self sufficient for a couple of days for basic camping on minimum services sites. Or overnight in pub carparks where this service is allowed. Do not dump rubbish ever or use BBQ's in woodland areas. Take your waste with you until there is somewhere suitable to dispose of it. NEVER use candles in the van.
- Gas supply: there is a bottle of gas in the rear (with a spare) that will need to be turned on when camped and turned off before driving. This provides gas to the rings. It can also power the heater. But in mild weather this is not needed. The heater is also powered by electricity when hooked up. You choose the power method when setting the heating. there is a thermostat that can keep the selected temperature in the van. I will provide a YouTube link to see how to operate the Truma control panel once the van is booked.
-Access: This van can access & navigate most areas in the UK & Europe but watch out for width and height restrictions. It is long so cannot take tight corners. watch out for bollards on corners and other obstacles. It has a reversing beep, a camera (that's not good at night) and warning beeps when you're close to something. If in doubt, take it slow.
-Ventilation & Natural Light: With two roof lights (one electric with a fan) and 4 extra windows, enjoy fresh air and sunshine throughout your travels. Make sure they are closed and secure before travelling or leaving the van parked up.
-Outdoor Comfort: An awning provides shade for sunny days (it's unadvisable for rain) and in the garage there is an assortment of outside gear including chairs, a folding table and a windbreak. There's even a kite for mindful flying on windy days.
-Safety & Navigation: Travel with peace of mind knowing you can safely accommodate 4 people-3 in the front and one in the rear. Preferably 2 adults and 2 children. Equipped with Bluetooth and a TomTom GPS (for campervans). However it is not infallible! The van has cruise control (please refer to van handbook in glove compartment for more information) for those long motorway journeys and air con for the long hot summers. The air con only works when the engine is running. There is no air con when camping.
I am always available for more answers to more questions. We can share WhatsApp numbers when the van is booked.
However, in the meantime, join me in creating beautiful memories in my delightful Campervan. Whether planning a weekend getaway or an extended road trip, this is the perfect home on wheels for your great or small adventures. Let's make your travel dreams come true.
There will be some blocked off times on the calendar. But check with me if its a time you'd like to use it because I might not be using the van. I might just be away. There a possibility I can make the van available.
PLEASE NOTE THAT I EXPECT THE VAN TO BE RETURNED IN THE SAME STATE THAT IT WAS PICKED UP IN. IF THERE IS EXTENSIVE CLEANING REQUIRED OR DAMAGE THERE WILL BE ADDITIONAL COSTS.
APART FROM THE EXTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE - THIS I WILL CLEAN AS ITS NOT STRAIGHTFORWARD.
