The Grey Goose - located in Sedgefield near Durham. Previous issues with hirers not taking care of the van have led me to block the calendar for all. I'm happy to consider rentals to lovely people who will take care of my van as though it were your own. Just get in touch via message.
Brand new in 2022, Grey Goose is a 6m and 3.5T long Fiat Ducato with the latest in pop top roof giving this Campervan 4 berth and 4 travel seats with seatbelts. Child seats can be used using the seatbelts.
Much more spacious than VW pop-tops (I had one before this), it combines the best of full size stand up and walk around van with the additional benefit of a double in the roof plus a double converted from the seats at the rear and a table for 4 at the front. Yet it's still very driveable and narrower than standard motorhomes and the auto box makes it ever so easy.
Grey Goose is also a 9 speed automatic with latest 140 BHP Euro6 engine which has averaged 32mpg in the first 10,000 miles. It's a top spec van so cruise control, air conditioning, satnav, armrests, DAB, reversing camera and Bluetooth.
Fitted with 25l gaslow system which will be full to keep you going with electric/gas heating and shower/hot water system and an electric thetford cassette toilet. Also fitted with solar panel for off grid, 5g wifi system, TV with all the apps, there's even an automatic dashcam and a 250W emergency power supply that is great for charging multiple phones and even laptops when off grid.
Inside, the living arrangements are table at the front with swivel front seats easily accommodating 4. At the back, twin couch that converts to a double bed sleeping across the van. The TV is located in this area.
Toilet cubicle with hand basin and shower with a 10l hot water tank heated from either electric or gas depending on hook up. Fresh water tank is 80l and waste water tank is 50l so more than enough for off grid use over a few days. We only use organic (green fluid) which is supplied for the toilet.
Kitchen has microwave (hook up only), 3 burner gas hob and over plus large fridge with freezer compartment and sink with mixer tap. Wardrobe underneath the fridge and rear seats with lockers all around the top of the van offers good storage, but not as much as a larger motorhome.
The pop top provides another double bed with super comfy 15cm memory mattress that is a world away from the much smaller VW pop top. The bed even has a safety net if kids are keen to use it plus usb and lights with zip out sides and windows along with sunroof/vent.
All windows have blinds, the step is electric, and grey goose is fully equipped except for linen and personal items. There's even a 4.5m wind out Fiamma awning plus you can take a blow up windbreak too and outdoor tables and chairs - no charge
Very important note. This is a privately owned family van and we expect it to be used carefully and with consideration by couples or small families There is a top of the range tracker fitted with speed alerts (to me) and we ask that you stick to a 60mph top speed for economy, and comfort. If you can't do this, or you don't feel you can things clean and tidy and use the van with respect and consideration, please rent another van.
Pets are very welcome - we have two dogs - and all we ask is that seats are covered in blankets. Grey Goose has been used exclusively as a family van since new and has done the 3000 mile Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland, the 1250 mile NC500 in Scotland, a 3500mile European adventure as well as the Lakes, Wales and North Yorkshire.
Popular trips will be NC500 (1250 miles at least 6 days) the Lakes (200 miles), Northumberland and North Yorkshire. The van is based in Sedgefield and you can leave your car on the drive.
We only accept fully insured bookings via GoBoony.. There is a daily rate plus a reasonable mileage charge. As we never book same day changeovers, the van is normally available around 11am with return by 3pm on the last day so that's effectively a free day for most people. There is a cleaning fee that helps us deliver this "extra day" to you without increasing long term costs and bookings of more than 1 week attract a good discount.
We do of course ask and expect that you will treat the camper with the care and respect it deserves and as though it was your own vehicle. UK only travel. Grey Goose will be insured through GoBoony so you must meet their conditions of insurance and hire.