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"Thermos" – 2 berth '02 VW T4 - *Insurance included* - 3 miles from INVERNESS AIRPORT
Sleeps 2
Comfortable sleeping area for 2 persons
2 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
Thermos is a 2002 VW 1.9TD T4 with a 5 speed manual gearbox. This van has been rented out just a few times during the 2nd half of the 2024 season, joining another van I also rent out, so much of the installation, contents and interior remains almost new.
The interior has been constructed with the aim of maximising space and not adding too much extra weight, but still providing everything needed for a comfortable trip away.
The van is...
Features
Bed layout
Bed layout 1
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
Self-built
First registration in 2002
Motorhome length and height:
470 cm x 250 cm
Rental Conditions
House Rules
Smoking Allowed:
No
Pets Allowed:
Please enquire
Going Abroad Allowed:
No
Wintersport Allowed:
Please enquire
Festivals Allowed:
No
Mountains allowed:
Yes
Minimum Age Restriction:
25 years
Please read before requesting dates
***An additional driver is allowed subject to the same criteria as listed below, though it must be the primary driver that makes the booking & payment for the hire, via Goboony***
The supporting documentation detailed below, is gained AFTER the van is confirmed, so if you confirm the booking via payment, but then can't meet the criteria, cancellation procedures will apply.
UK license holders:
Min age: 25
Max age: 75
Full UK driving license, held for a min 2yrs.
Max 6 points (only if SP, TS or CU code)
No more than one fault or outstanding incident/claim in the last 3yrs.
Online verification via the provision of a DVLA “check code” is mandatory to ensure compliance with the above.
2x proof of current address required*. Addresses (and names) must tally with driving license(s) and must be dated within 90 days of the rental start date.
Non-UK license holders -(only for EU/Aus/NZ)
Min age 25
Max age 75
Full driving license, held for a minimum 2 yrs.
Either no or low* current penalty points / endorsements / demerits etc
(*pls let me know how many & what they were for)
No more than one fault or outstanding incident/claim in the last 3 years.
2x Proof of Address (POA) required*. Addresses (and names) must tally with driving license(s) and be dated within 90 days of the rental start date. If your country’s license do not feature addresses as standard, then an additional POA or form of ID is required. This additional item does not need to feature your address, so a passport, national ID card etc, are ok
*there is a prescribed list of accepted forms of POA. I will send this before you confirm so you can be 100% sure you can provide this info, before confirming via payment.
Additional rules
Return with same amount of fuel as provided (usually 1/2 tank)
Interior to be cleaned before return. £50 (max) charge if cleaning is not undertaken.
Laundry of bedding & towels not required.
Exterior vehicle cleaning not required.
Insurances
Pricing
Weekly mileage limit
1,600 km
Price per extra KM
£0.20
Cleaning Fee
£0
Last-Minute Discount
Bookings within 2 weeks5%
Long Trip Discount
Bookings 1 week or longer5%
Bookings 2 weeks or longer10%
Bookings 3 weeks or longer15%
Availability
- Pickup Time: 3:00 PM
- Return Time: 11:00 AM
- 3 nights minimum
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13 Reviews
Alexander
We had an amazing experience with the campervan. It was our first campervan adventure and we loved it. The van itself drives like a dream and handles very well on the backroads. Sizewise its perfect for all the roads we encountered and where larger motorhomes struggled. Our extended NC500 trip totalled 850 miles, all without any issues. In our opinion we were one of the coolest vans around. The color and retro vibe put a smile on our faces and we were happily greeted by other VW campervans whereever we met them.
The van is put together thoughtfully and stocked and equipped with everything you could need and more for your NC500 (or elsewhere) trip. The fridge is large enough to be able to cater to two people for over a week - the kitchen has two burners, pots and pans are big enough to comfortably cook larger portions after a big hike, and there is enough storage to stow away all shopping and luggage. The bed is comfortable (with the topper) and we were nice and toasty during the end-of-September nights due to the warm blanket provided. For extra cold evenings the van is also equipped with a heater which heats up the van very quickly. It is also fully capable of wild-camping with gas, water and electricity available in the van.
Ruaridh is a great person. He is very passionate about both the van and the region and really wants to give you the best experience possible for your trip. Picking up the van we went over everything thoroughly so that we fully understood all the equipment. He also gave us some great tips and recommendations which paired really well with our plans. Returning the van we shared stories from our trip over coffee and you could really see that he enjoyed hearing that we had an amazing time.
We highly recommend Ruaridh and renting his van!
Lucas
The van is thoughtfully laid out and includes everything you might need throughout your trip. It is easy to drive and comfortable to stay in. The interior details show that the van has been built by someone who frequently heads out themselves.
Ruaridh was very thoughtful every step of the way: clear communication, kind and very empathetic. He made us feel right at home and was always there when we needed him, but kept a low profile otherwise.
Highly recommended, and we'll be back for sure!
Steve
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip using Ruaridh's van and recommend him - and the van - without reservation. Ruaridh was extremely helpful in every respect (not least, collecting us from the station and then dropping us back afterwards!) and very hospitable. We would seriously consider using the van again for another exploration of a very beautiful part of the world.
Thanks Ruaridh!
Milly
We had the most amazing adventure travelling around the NC500 in Ruaridh's van! The van was really well thought through - plenty of storage, easy to drive, and even had the luxury of being able to stand up inside. Ruaridh himself was fantastic too - he made the whole process so smooth, gave us great advice, and provided all the info we needed. Couldn’t recommend this experience enough!!
Ant
My partner and I had an amazing 10 days using Ruaridh's van to go around the NC500.
The van is very simple to drive, and it is a great balance between space + practicality. I always felt confident, on the rare occasions it was needed!
It is very well-equipped with cooking equipment, bedding, towels, cleaning supplies, and a phone mount for maps. Blackout curtains for sleeping worked well, and we never felt cold. The fridge is sufficient for two people, and the gas worked as expected.
Ruaridh is really knowledgeable when it comes to motorhomes and gave us a thorough run-through of the van beforehand. He is also knowledgeable of the area, friendly and offered advice on our route plan. Would recommend "Thermos" for a trip around the highlands!
Lorenzo
Thermos was a great van to explore the highlands with, equipped with everything you might need and powerful enough for the climbs but slow enough to encourage you to lay back and enjoy the spectacular sights Scotland offers. Ruaridh was also great, he gave us great advice on our trip and was always available for any issue.
James
Hiring 'Thermos' through Ruaridh was an absolute breeze! Ruaridh was very accommodating and extremely helpful, even suggesting some great places to visit based on my personal preferences, which did not disappoint. The whole experience was very professional but also very friendly and personable. Being picked up from the airport was a massive plus and saved a lot of stress and hassle. The van performed as expected and was very clean and organised. I was able to live comfortably off-grid for the duration of the hire and to boot, it looks great too! Everything I needed was available and of great quality. I will definitely hire this van again, or a similar one through Ruaridh at some point. TOP MARKS!
Isabella
I can’t thank Ruaridh enough! What a great experience and one that has converted us to the campervan holiday life. From pick up to drop off Ruaridh communicated so well and explained everything so thoroughly that I was completely prepared for anything. The van has clearly been taken care of and upgraded with love and patience from Ruaridh. It was kitted out so perfectly that all we needed was food and we were off on our adventure! I also received a little surprise at the end that I will cherish for a long time. Thank you again Ruaridh!
Bárbara
We had an absolutely amazing experience! The campervan is incredibly well-equipped – it truly has everything you could possibly need. It’s very easy to drive, with the perfect size for manoeuvring and parking, while still offering a comfortable and spacious interior for two people. Ideal especially for those who don’t yet have much experience driving a van.
Everything went smoothly with both collection and return, and Ruaridh worked alongside us to quickly overcome any small issues that came up along the way. The deposit was promptly refunded, and the whole process was completely transparent and honest.
Ruaridh is exceptionally helpful, honest, and trustworthy. He was always just a call or message away, ready to assist whenever needed. It’s clear he has great care and affection for his campervans – you can really see it in the effort he puts into their upkeep, maintenance, and thoughtful optimisation. We would definitely love to rent from him again!
Chris
Our motorhome broke down and we hired thermos to do the NC500.
Ruaridh’s help in a really stressful situation was first class. He helped with our plans and was easily contactable throughout our trip.
Thermos is a versatile campervan and is ideal for the single lanes of the highlands.
We are already thinking of hiring her again for next year. We came quite attached to the van and we’re sorry to say goodbye.
Isabel
My partner and I spent a 6-7 days roadtrip with super Ruaridh’s campervan around the Isle of Skye and the west coast, and it’s been one of our best roadtrips ever, or probably the best!
The campervan, even if it looks “from the 2000”, is in an amazing condition and driving it has been a pleasure.
The camper part is very new and built with all the details and very well thought out.
Ruaridh has been very nice and one of the key pieces to have such a wonderful experience. He helped us to plan the roadtrip and gave us lots of very good tips for it.
We left Scotland very happy and willing to come back to explore more and I am sure we would repeat with Ruaridh’s campervan.
Thank you so much Ruaridh!
Isabel and Roger
Deborah &
Ruaridh was a kind and helpful host who gave us a very detailed induction who also responded quickly to any queries that we had whilst on the road.
Our road trip took us all around the NC500 and also across to Skye over 9 days.
The camper van was fully equipped with everything you could possibly need and although small, it was very comfortable.
Thermos was also very easy to navigate through the single tracked, sometimes steep and winding roads without any problems at all.
We enjoyed our road trip very much and would not hesitate in recommending Ruaridh as a host and Thermos as a camper van.
We had the most wonderful time and made some very special memories.
Katie Olbiks Hill &
If a bond and a friendship is what your looking for in a van, look no further. The Thermos was the perfect companion to take us round Scotland for our first trip around the highlands.
We were due to pick up a different campervan, but 3 days before our trip we received a last minute cancellation from a different advertiser - but aren’t we so glad we ended up meeting Ruaridh and renting his campervan Thermos instead!
Ruaridh was so helpful with our last minute stressful situation, doing everything he could to make things work out for us. When we arrived, Ruaridh provided the most hospitable and kind welcome to his area of the world. He gave us a thorough introduction to Thermos and made sure we felt confident heading out on the road, providing lots of recommendations, clear information and brilliant advice.
We instantly fell in love with the authentic camper feel and the history of the van. Thermos is equipped with everything you need and is suitable for both wild camping or in one of th many campsites - we did a mix of both, taking Thermos round the North Coast 500, and would definitely recommend this campervan for whatever kind of adventure you’re looking for! Thermos was extremely reliable; we didn’t need to charge the battery once during our 6 day trip, and filled up water every 2/3 days. The bed was extremely comfortable with the mattress topper and provided the best cosy evenings in the most beautiful locations.
Ruaridh and his campervan made our week in the highlands so special. Thank you for a tremendous week in the lovely red - we hope to be back soon!
