Vauxhall Movano, 3 berth, (2012) Motorhome for hire | CS40842DD

Description of Beds: Bumble has a comfy fixed, no fuss, rear double bed across the full width of the van measuring 185cm x 120cm and an optional separate single bed measuring 172cm x 60cm utilising the seating area. The mattresses are high quality and super comfy to sleep on. The single bed needs to added as an 'extra' if wanted, although there is no additional cost. The double bed comes with a fitted sheet, duvet and pillows, with covers ready for your trip included in the price.

Description of Seating: The modern cab area has 3 belted seats, all with headrests. The middle seat can be folded down if it’s just for 2. The cab also has lovely cold air con for those hot sunny days!

In the rear, there is a double bench seat, housing the electrical system and extra storage and a single seat over the slide out toilet.

There is also a huge amount of additional storage in the garage area where the included camping chairs and outdoor table are stored.

Description of Electrical Setup: Bumble's massive 260ah high quality AGM battery sits under a bench seat, connected to a 250w solar panel mounted on the roof rails.

This 12v battery system provides power to the MaxxFan ceiling extractor fan, the free onboard 4g unlimited wifi network, the lighting (2 main ceiling lights, LED strip lightings under the bed and separate fairy lights for a more cosy feel), the 12v compressor fridge/freezer, the ‘Alexa’, the sink pump, the diesel hob/heater unit and 12 usb charging sockets around the van.

The 12v system was designed for off-grid camping and is easily maintained by the large solar panel connected to the MPPT solar control unit. The system can be monitored from inside the van on the remote display unit.

In addition there is a 1000w pure sine wave inverter connected to the leisure battery providing 230v power when off grid.

When on a campsite, there is an external hook up point on the side of the van providing further 230v power, via a fuse box to 2 double UK 3 pin sockets each with 2 dedicated USB charging ports. The hook up system also keeps the leisure battery fully topped up.

About the area: Bumble, like his little sister Bee lives in Warrington, Cheshire and is stored in his own parking spot on the owner's driveway in a quiet residential area. Warrington is a great location in the North West, being only 30 minutes from the bustling cities of Manchester and Liverpool, the historic Roman City of Chester or just over an hour to the Lake District, the Peak District and North Wales.

Parking: If you drive to collect Bumble, you are welcome to leave your car in his normal parking spot on the driveway. If you come by train, Bumbles owners will be able to pick you up from Warrington West, Warrington Central or Warrington Bank Quay railway stations, by prior arrangement. Pick ups from Manchester and Liverpool Airports may be possible but please check before booking.

Cooking Equipment: Bumble has a fixed 2 ring hob in the kitchen area which is powered from the vehicles main diesel tank, so no more running out of gas or trying to find the right gas connection! If you’ve got diesel in the main tank, you’ve got cooking and heating! In addition, as standard, Bumbles owners provide a Cadac gas barbeque if you prefer outside cooking! They also offer an Ooni woodfired Pizza oven as an added extra, which comes with everything you need to cook your own amazing pizzas outdoors!

There is a full range of cooking equipment, pans, frying pan, cutlery, utensils, plates, bowls, mugs etc for you to cook up a gourmet meal! There is a kettle for the diesel hob. Bumble has a washing up bowl, and washing up liquid, sponges, tea towels etc are provided.

Water and Sanitation: In the kitchen area there is a beautiful handmade sink with a copper pipe tap supplying water from the 23 litre on-board water tank in garage area via a 12v pump.

A USB rechargeable outdoor shower and folding bucket are included as standard and a separate shower / toilet / utility tent is available as an add on. Fill the bucket with warm water from the kettle and enjoy a warm outdoor shower. Or be brave and go cold!

There is a portaloo stored in its own pull out drawer unit. This can be used inside the campervan or within the available pop up shower/toilet tent.

Audio Equipment: In addition to the bluetooth enabled stereo head unit in the main cab, there is an ‘Alexa’ speaker in the living area connected to the complimentary ‘unlimited’ on-board 4g+ wifi network. Being unlimited, the wifi is also ideal to chill and binge watch that Netflix series you like.

Type of Heating: Heating is provided by the professionally installed Wallas XC Duo diesel hob/heater. Simply turn on the hob with the lid down and with a quick turn of the dial, the built-in fan blows the warm air into the living area. The system is super efficient and uses next to no diesel or 12v power. Externally the system is virtually silent, so no need to worry about upsetting any neighbours!

When on electric hook up, Bumbles owners are also able to offer a small plug in oil filled radiator, for truly ‘silent’ heating or a plug in fan heater for ‘instant heat’.

Bumble comes with a roll up curtain to close off the cab area and blinds on the 2 side opening windows. In addition, there are internal thermal blinds for the windscreen and cab windows.

There is also a fantastic large opening roof window so that you can stargaze from the comfort of your bed, watch the rain or open the window up and access the roof!

Bumble has also recently been upgraded with brilliant BF Goodrich 'All Terrain tyres', so no more getting stuck in the mud! :-)

Conversion Story: Bumble was originally designed with a plain natural wood theme and crafted around a beautiful set of solid oak drawers which provides the base for the kitchen unit. However, following a trip to Marrakech in Morocco, the owners updated their design to include lots of Moroccan influences, such as bright colours, patterns, layered fabrics and a few items bought in the Moroccan markets!

Bumble is an automatic Vauxhall Movano (same as the Renault Master) with opening windows to both sides giving stunning views. There’s lots of space to relax on the large fixed bed, or just sit in the dining area and watch the world go by. Even with all beds set up, there is still full access to the kitchen and fridge.

Being a medium wheelbase, Bumble is big inside, but isn’t much bigger than a large family car and is super easy to drive being an automatic.

Bumbles owners have had several campervans over many years, after initially owning tents, folding campers and trailer tents. Rich, Nici, Holly and Liv never really found the perfect layout for them. So, they first built ‘Bee’, also available to hire via Quirky Campers and more recently Bumble and Buzz. Since then they have gone on to start their own campervan conversion business @HollysCampers

The whole family, including their dogs Gus and Snoopy, love the outdoors and they are so happy to be able to share that feeling with their customers through renting out Bee, Bumble and Buzz.

Whilst they are super proud of Bee, Bumble and Buzz, Rich does still have a bit of a love affair with the Mazda Bongo and even has his last Bongo tattooed on his arm!