Arturo. Custom Built.
Five Years Old. Still Looks New.

Arturo is a high-spec, custom-fitted campervan available to hire from Coxhoe, Durham. Every fitting was spec'd and chosen by Darren himself, built to the standard he'd want for his own trips. Five years of hire in and nothing has ever broken down. The van still looks new.

Custom Built to Owner's Spec

Darren spec'd and fitted every part of Arturo himself, to the standard he holds for his own trips. Heated seats, custom-made cushions, a heating system that's never failed.

Five Years. Zero Breakdowns.

Nothing has ever broken down on a booking. The heating has never failed. The van has never missed a hire for a mechanical reason. That's not luck.

Off Grid for up to 10 days

Solar power, a full water system, gas heating, and an onboard toilet and shower. Electric heating is available when plugged into a hook-up.
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Why Arturo

What Most Hire Vans
Won't Tell You

Darren hired a campervan once. Smaller operator, not a big company. No hot water, no working heating, not particularly clean. It made him realise just how different Arturo is.

Most hire vans are bought to rent. Maintained to an acceptable standard, turned around between bookings. There's nothing wrong with that, but it does mean you often won't know exactly what you're getting.

Arturo was built by someone who'd had a bad experience and decided to do it properly. Every unit, door, and fitting was spec'd and installed by Darren himself. "Even now, if I sit in it, I think 'Jesus'." Five years later, the van still looks new. Nothing has ever failed. Not the heating, not the water system, nothing.

What's On Board

Everything You Need for a Proper Trip Away

Arturo is set up for two people to live out of comfortably for days at a time.

Manufacturing

Microwave

Fridge

Kettle

Full Sink

Hot Shower

Toilet

Solar Power

TV

Awning

Camping Chairs

Generous Storage throughout

Gas & Electric Heating

(underslung refillable gas tank or electric on hook-up. Never failed in five years)

Custom-made double bed

(120cm wide, 184cm long)

Passenger seat that swivels to face the living space

Heated seats and electric mirrors in the cab

Arturo goes out with a full fuel tank and UK breakdown cover included. Add linen to your booking for £30.

Why Arturo

Dimensions and Practical Information

The bed measures 120cm wide by 184cm long and is best suited to people 6ft and under. The interior standing clearance is 1.83m (6ft). When driving, be aware of low bridges and car park barriers — any overhead damage above 1.83m is the hirer's responsibility and is not covered by insurance.

The van runs on diesel. It goes out with a full tank and comes back full. UK breakdown cover is included on every booking.

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Testimonials

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Here's What Hirers Say.

Excellent

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Based on 5 reviews

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Ruth C

8 months ago

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We had an amazing 2 week trip to Scotland in the van; it was well equipped, spacious, drove beautifully, and had loads of storage.
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Andrew B

9 months ago

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It was in immaculate condition and completed to a very high spec. There's nothing we needed that it didn't have: oven / hobs / microwave / comfortable bed...
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Scott B

1 year ago

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Great van fully speced out, zero issues and the owner was very accommodating. Would rent again in a heartbeat.

FAQs

Common Questions About Hiring Arturo

How big is the bed?
The bed measures 120cm wide by 184cm long. It's best suited to people 6ft and under. The mattress cushions are custom-made.
How much headroom is there?
The interior standing clearance is 1.83m (6ft). If you're tall, it's worth knowing. When out on the road, watch for low bridges and car park barriers — any overhead damage above 1.83m is not covered by the hire insurance.
What fuel does the van take?
Diesel. Arturo goes out with a full tank and comes back full. If you return it without a full tank, the cost of the missing fuel is taken from the security deposit.
How long can it go off grid?
Up to 10 days. Solar power, a full water system, gas heating, and an onboard toilet and shower. Electric heating is available when plugged into a hook-up.
Is there breakdown cover?
Yes. UK standard breakdown cover is included on every booking. Darren is also on WhatsApp throughout your hire if anything comes up.
How many people does it sleep?
Two. Arturo sleeps two and is best suited to a couple. It's not suitable for families or groups. Dogs and cats are welcome at no extra charge.