Response from Richard
Thanks for the great feedback, Julian! I’m glad you enjoyed your quest with Gandalf and that it aall went smoothly! Thanks also for taking the time to make sure everything was so spotless on your return. Richard
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Gandalf the Grey – 4 berth Volkswagen campervan from 2017
Sleeps 4
Comfortable sleeping area for 4 persons
4 secure places
Seats with seat belts
Driving licence B
Your car license is sufficient to drive this vehicle weighing less than 3500 kg
Verified vehicle
The vehicle's license plate and MOT have been checked
VW California Ocean campervan, affectionately named Gandalf the Grey, offers a unique and comfortable adventure experience.
This campervan is equipped with many features, including a pop-up electric roof, a kitchen unit with a two-hob burner and sink, a fridge/freezer, and heating for colder months. It comfortably sleeps four people and includes amenities including an awning, outdoor table, and chairs.
We are known for our flexibility and customer service, offering additional equipment like surfboards or bikes at reasonable costs.
The campervan...
Features
Amenities
Living area
- Air conditioning living
- Awning
- Bike carrier
- Camping table and chairs
- Dinette
- Freezer
- Garage
- Gas cylinder
- Heating
- Hot water
- Kitchen equipment
- Linens
- L-seat
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Off-grid camping
- Outside shower
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Safety box
- Shower
- Solar panel
- Stove
- Swivel seats
- Toilet
- Towels included
- TV
- TV receiver
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Winter camping
Cab features
- Airbags
- Air conditioning cabin
- Audio input
- Bluetooth
- Cruise Control
- GPS
- Isofix
- Parking assistance
- Power Steering
- Radio
- Reversing camera
- Roof rack
- Snow chains
- Towbar
- Winter tyres
Technical Characteristics
Volkswagen
Campervan
Manual
Driving licence B
First registration in 2017
Rental Conditions
House Rules
Smoking Allowed:
No
Pets Allowed:
Please enquire
Going Abroad Allowed:
Please enquire
Wintersport Allowed:
Please enquire
Festivals Allowed:
Please enquire
Mountains allowed:
Yes
Minimum Age Restriction:
25 years
- please return with a full tank of diesel
- please clean and vacuum the interior prior to returning
- please empty waste water tank
- please advise if any damage has occurred during the trip
- dogs are welcome when discussed and agreed in advance. However, depending on breed, I may need to request an additional valeting/cleaning fee to ensure future guests aren’t disadvantaged
Insurances
Pricing
Weekly mileage limit
1,600 km
Price per extra KM
£0.20
Cleaning Fee
£0
Last-Minute Discount
Bookings within 1 week10%
Long Trip Discount
Bookings 2 weeks or longer5%
Availability
- Pickup Time: 12:30 PM
- Return Time: 12:30 PM
- 5 nights minimum
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10 Reviews
Julian
Gandalf the Grey is a superb camper can, well kitted out and perfect for exploring the west of Scotland. A big thank you to Richard. He was very helpful, always available and dead friendly. It made the whole process very smooth and easy. I strongly recommend him.
Daniel
Don't hesitate - Richard is very responsive, accomodating and welcoming.
The van did not dissapoint either, and comfortably took 4 adults through almost 1000 miles of road in Scottish highlands.
There, it's a much better alternative to larger motorhomes - MUCH easier to maneuver and find a parking/overnight spot for, while not missing many of the comforts.
Response from Richard
Thanks so much, Daniel, for such a glowing review! I’m really glad you enjoyed your time in Scotland, and that the van provided a good base to explore the country from. Thanks also for returning Gandalf in sparkling condition - very much appreciated! Thanks again, Richard
Seamus
Great van and Richard was extremely helpful throughout the entire booking. Would not hesitate to hire again! The van was clean when we picked it up and had everything we needed to enjoy our trip.
Response from Richard
Thanks a lot Seamus and Ronan for taking such good care of the van! Very easy communication before and during the trip, and the van was returned spotless and ready for its next adventure! Thanks again, and would not hesitate to hire to again. Richard
Nadege
Nous avons passé 2 semaine a bord de gandalf le gris,
Le van est très confortable
Richard a été d’une extrême gentillesse, il nous a fournis tout le nécessaire pour dormir, charger nos téléphone et même quelques condiments pour cuisiner.
Je le recommande a 1000%
Response from Richard
Great guests and it was a pleasure meeting you both! Thanks for returning the van in such great shape! Richard
Alan
This worked brilliantly for our weekend trip. Richard was really helpful and made this easy for us as first time users of Goboony. He’d thought of everything, and helped me understand everything I needed to know about the van before we headed off.
Response from Richard
Thanks Alan. I’m glad you enjoyed the trip and I appreciate you looking after the van and returning it in excellent condition! Richard
Bridget
Really super vehicle. Very clean , modern and super well equipped.
Gandalf was a great drive and Richard a friendly and accommodating owner.
Everything was perfect and we'd an excellent trip.
Response from Richard
Thanks for the kind review, and it was a pleasure meeting you and your son. Excellent communication throughout and the van came back spotless. Richard
Sharon
We had a fantastic trip in Gandalf! It was our first time in this size of camper and we really appreciated how easy to drive and manoeuvrable it was. We still had plenty of space too, despite being a family of 4 with teen kids.
Richard was great - thank you for your flexibility and quick and easy communication. It made the whole experience a pleasure!
We would happily rent again or recommend to friends and family.
Sharon
Alain
Simple et efficace, sympathique, rapide, van en très bon état
Felisia
We had an excellent experience renting Richard’s van. Richard was very flexible with pick up and drop off which was a great help for us. The van had everything we needed and perfect for our family adventure.
Response from Richard
It was lovely to meet you and your family, Felisia, and I’m really glad you had a good trip in Gandalf. Thanks for choosing my van, and thanks also for returning it in such immaculate condition! Hope to see you again on your next road trip! Richard
Mark
Camper was in great condition and immaculate inside. It was well equipped and the owner had thought of absolutely everything we could need, and had some great tips for us before we set off. Richard was very helpful and responsive throughout. Highly recommended!
Response from Richard
Thanks so much Mark for being my first hire and for returning Gandalf in such immaculate condition. Hope to see you again sometime when you’re next hitting the road! Cheers, Richard
