In 2016 we bought our first camper, and in the years that followed we have continued to work towards what is the ideal camper for us. We are very happy with our Knaus Sport Traveller from 2006, and now offer it for rent so that others can enjoy it too.
NEW (2023): The camper is now equipped with a Truma Saphir Comfort air conditioner for the living area!
TO SLEEP
It is originally a six-person camper, but we use it with 4 people. Our two children each have their own place in the bunk bed in the back, we sleep in the alcove. The advantage of this is that the train seat remains free to sit, and nothing needs to be converted. It is of course possible to convert this seat, for 1 or 2 extra sleeping places. A 7th sleeping place can be created in the cabin with the existing Campsleep folding mattress.
The alcove has two new (2022) SwissSense mattresses of 80x200 cm, the mattresses in the bunk bed are 75 cm wide. The total length of all beds is around 210 cm. If the train seat is converted, this results in a bed of 182x120 cm. The alcove has a curtain and (if desired) a safety net. The top bunk bed also has a curtain and (if desired) a safety gate. The bottom bed has a sliding door.
For bookings of 5 days or more, bed linen for the fixed beds, bath towels for 4 people and kitchen towels are included in the rent; if you prefer to use your own bed linen and towels, that is of course also possible. If you are travelling with more than 4 people, we will find a solution for the extra sleeping places in consultation.
TO RIDE
The camper has 6 approved seats, all equipped with a retractable belt. Everyone can find a favourite spot while driving, and child seats can also be safely secured. Because child seats are not always stable on the soft cushions of the train seat, Isofix brackets have been fitted in all places in the back; this is a self-built solution, so the belts must always be used. The passenger seat is rotatable, for an extra seat while camping.
It can take some getting used to being on the road with a large vehicle, but it drives quite easily. Of course, you should always be aware of your size, and for example not try to enter a parking garage. The camper is reasonably compact with a length of 6m20 (6m95 with the bike carrier). The wheelbase is relatively short, which makes the camper quite manoeuvrable, on the other hand, the overhang at the back is quite long, especially with the bike carrier.
The camper is equipped with a 2.3 liter Fiat turbo diesel engine with 110 hp, and can therefore keep up with traffic. The camper is equipped with cruise control for a relaxed journey; a cruising speed of around 100 km / h drives nicely - when camping, the journey is also part of the holiday!
The registered weight of the camper is 2818 kg - not that much for a camper, but still quite a weight. That is why the camper is equipped with extra air suspension on the rear axle. This is fed by a built-in compressor and can be adjusted from the cabin. The camper is on special Continental 4-season camper tires (2021). Because the tire pressure is quite important, it is permanently monitored by a TPMS system. For a good view, the camper is equipped with double exterior mirrors and a reversing camera. A navigation system is included.
FURNISHINGS
The large standing height and the large roof hatch give the camper a spacious feeling. Above the beds there are two smaller roof hatches; all windows and roof hatches are equipped with mosquito nets and sun protection blackout. The entrance door is equipped with a pleated mosquito net. Sun protection is available for the cabin that can be placed on the inside of the windows, but the cabin can also be closed off with a curtain.
In 2023, a Truma Saphir Comfort air conditioner was installed for the living area; this can be used when the camper is connected to a 230V power supply.
The camper is equipped with many cabinets and other storage spaces, and a garage under the bunk bed. The lower bed can also be folded up for even more luggage space, or for easy access to the items in the garage. On the outside there is a separate storage compartment for, among other things, the ramps and the cable for the power supply.
There is ample crockery, cutlery and kitchen utensils available, as well as various pans, an oven, toaster, coffee maker, kettle, whistling kettle, etc. There are also various games and all kinds of things that can be useful on the road.
To sit outside comfortably there are 4 tables and 4 chairs, plus 2 children's chairs and a high chair; there is also a beach tent and 4 stools. The camper has a large awning (2023), which can be secured with a storm strap.
The bathroom has a chemical toilet, which is mainly intended for small business. It is possible to shower in the camper, but with the limited space and a maximum of 10 liters of hot water, this is more suitable as an exception than for daily use. There are two laundry baskets, a rotary dryer and a fold-out drying rack in the bathroom.
MISUSE
When traveling with a camper, it is very nice to have bicycles with you, for extra freedom of movement.
On the back of the camper is a bike carrier for 4 bikes, which is attached to the chassis of the camper. This can carry a considerable weight, and is therefore also suitable for e-bikes. The rear rail is only suitable for a lightweight bike. The bikes are also connected to the rear wall with sturdy clamps, and a tension strap goes around the bikes and the carrier, so that the whole thing is rock solid.
For the batteries of e-bikes a storage place is made under the passenger seat. A reversible marking board is present that is approved for both Italy and Spain.
ELECTRICITY
For the electricity supply there is a long CEE cable on a pulley, and an extra extension cable for when it is needed. The camper is amply equipped with sockets. There are also USB connections everywhere, which work directly on the 12V system, so they are always available.
There is an on-board battery that is charged when the camper is 'at the pole', while driving, and via the solar panel on the roof. There is an inverter, so that a large part of the sockets can also be used with energy from the battery. The capacity of the battery is limited, so the camper is less suitable for long-term 'wild' camping.
The refrigerator (with freezer compartment) works on 230V, 12V or gas. The 12V position only works when the car engine is running (as with any camper) - so it is intended to maintain cooling while on the road.
GAS
Gas is very useful for mobile life. The camper is equipped with a combined gas heater and boiler for hot water. The heater distributes the hot air through pipes throughout the camper. The camper is therefore also perfectly usable in cold weather. For use in frosty conditions, the water tanks can also be heated by the heater to prevent freezing.
The spacious kitchen has a 3-burner gas stove, and there is also a gas connection with a quick coupling on the outside of the camper. A separate 2-burner gas stove for outside is included, it is also possible to connect your own barbecue or skottel braai, for example. There are two gas bottles available, when renting there will always be one full and one opened bottle. The installation switches over automatically when a bottle becomes empty. The consumption of one gas bottle is included in the rent, so you can return the camper with 1 empty bottle. A gas bottle lasts a long time, but if you are on the road for a long time, you may also use up the second bottle, in which case you must provide a new filling yourself. The gas bottles are of the most common design, and can be exchanged anywhere in Europe.
SECURITY
Because a camper is a valuable possession, there are various safety features, such as an immobilizer and a Bearlock gearbox lock. In case things still go wrong and the camper is stolen, it can be traced again via the GPS tracker.
The gas system has various safety features so that the gas bottles can remain open safely while driving. For example, a small safe has been installed to store passports.
HOUSE RULES
We assume that you as a renter will treat the camper as carefully as we do. Due to a lung condition and allergies in our family, smoking and pets are strictly prohibited in this camper. In case of violation, we have to retain €500 from the deposit to have the camper cleaned - just don't do it!
We are very careful with our camper and do everything we can to keep it in a nice and good condition, and to improve it where possible. But it is not new, so it can happen that something does not work properly. Even then we will think along with you to find the best possible solution.
The camper is delivered clean and with a full tank, and that is how we want it back. The toilet must be empty and cleaned, and the water tanks (clean water and waste water) emptied.
Because we assume that you will return it clean, we do not charge cleaning costs as standard. If it turns out to be necessary for us to clean the camper extra, €50 will be deducted from the deposit. If the fuel tank is not full or both gas bottles are empty, the costs to fix this will be deducted from the deposit, with a surcharge of €15.
FORMALITIES
The insurance via Goboony is included in the rental price, with the standard deductible. You can reduce this if necessary, see the offer that this platform makes for this. The handling of the finances and the deposit is also done via Goboony, for mutual security. The camper may only go to countries that fall within the coverage area of the insurance (European Union, EFTA countries and Great Britain). The drivers must be at least 25 years old, and have held a B driving license for at least 3 years. We would also like to get to know you first, before we give you our precious camper.
If you have any further questions, you can always contact us. It is also possible to come and view the camper without obligation, of course if it is not rented out. Rental periods are flexible, although we prefer to see it used optimally in high season.
Your car can be safely parked on our property during the trip. Possible pick-up and delivery of the camper, or assistance with, for example, arriving by public transport is all negotiable - in consultation much is possible!