Vinnie

Vinnie (Wiggins…VW) is a Short Wheel Base T5 (weight T26). He has been our reliable and much loved family Camper Van for 11 years. He’s taken us on tour to the South of France, around the Outer Hebrides and many places in between. He’s now available for you (UK travel only) to enjoy some Vinnie Time! ** Easy Location & Logistics ** - We are in London W7, in Hanwell near Ealing so super handy to pick up and head out on the M40, M4, M25, M3 etc. - We have free on-street parking so you can leave your car safely parked (with video camera) whilst away. - Flexible on collection and return times pending other bookings. - We could even arrange to deliver Vinnie to you to make your departure as easy as possible. - We'll provide a full and friendly handover and hot beverage for your journey. ** Flexible Accommodation - seats 5 and sleeps 4 - perfect for families or couples ** - Leather seating throughout. - The back bench seats 3 and takes a few seconds to convert to a super comfortable, maximum width double bed. - The top “pops up” to give plenty of standing room whilst using the kitchen/living space during the day and easily converts back to a bed at night - the decent mattress topper sleeps 2 (ideally smaller) people with optional window vents. - Magnetic, insulating blackout blinds for the windows and front windscreen give you additional privacy and help shield you from the heat/cold/sunlight to ensure a peaceful night's sleep. - Additional bedroom solutions to hire range from a large “drive away” tent to a small pop up “Fresh and Black” tent. - The front passenger seat swivels round to create a lounge for 4 people. - The removable table is perfect for chill out time, drinks and games - we have a cupboard with cards, travel scrabble, trivial pursuit etc - Bed Linen, Sleeping Bags and Travel Towels can be provided ** Great Power, Heat, Music and Lighting options ** - LED ambient lighting throughout with 12v electrical system which runs the fridge, lighting and can charge devices at front and rear whilst "on the go". - For "mains hook up" - all 3 pin connections and a 25m lead are provided with several internal standard UK double sockets. - For "Off Grid" - the leisure battery (new March 2024), roof Solar Panel and portable solar USB power pack give flexibility. - New front Battery installed in March 2024 - a mains recharger and 50m extension cable provided for back up. 240v Trickle charger automatically tops up Leisure Battery when "hooked up" - Music courtesy of a CD & DAB radio with USB. Front and rear speakers. - The propex gas heater will keep you toasty warm during your autumn and winter trips. - Carbon monoxide alarm and Gas Safe certificate (Passed Feb '25). - Cabin air-con and 12v rotary fan available for summer comfort. - Multitude of battery powered portable lights, torches, hiking headlights provided with spare batteries. ** Stylish Oak Kitchen - well equipped ** - Sink, 40L fridge & 10L freezer box, gas ring stove and, most crucially, a wine rack (fits 2 bottles!). - Equipment includes: Kettles (gas & electric), Toaster (elec), Pans, Steamer and kit for fresh Coffee. - Crockery includes full place settings, glasses and cutlery for 4 people. - Chopping board, peelers, sharp knives. More than one corkscrew and bottle opener. - Washing up bowl (collapsible), fairy liquid, sponge, towel and tea towel etc. - Handwash, Laundry kit, Emergency Toilet Roll. - Basically, everything you’d need or expect - along with a complimentary selection of Tea. ** Everything for Outdoor Eating ** - 2 hob gas cooker (extra), picnic rucksack, 2 picnic blankets, table and 4 stools, comfy camping chairs included. - Vinnie has a roll-out Sun Awning over the sliding side-door. ** Health & Safety ** - Small lockable storage area below the passenger seat for valuables. - First Aid Kit. High Vis vests, Red Triangle, Spare wheel and jack etc. Reversing parking audio sensors. ** Ample External Storage ** - Bike rack at rear for upto 4 bikes or other large kit. - Rooftop Box is currently off to maximise fuel and solar panel efficiency (can be fitted if essential) ** Other features ** - Rear pump shower - low pressure but can be used for washing sand off feet etc - Dog Friendly: we can provide kit for your 4 legged mate - a bed, a mud daddy, towels, bowls etc ** Available to borrow free ** - Outdoor canvas kitchen cupboard, coolbox - large 12v wired, coolbags, additional ice blocks, fold-up wheelie trolley (ideal for rubbish/kitchen), level-up wheel blocks, wheel grip mats to escape tricky mud.