Stan – 4 berth Volkswagen Campervan - Stan

101 Reviews

Giorgia

I rented this great campervan for a 6-day road trip in the Scottish Highlands with a friend. James has been amazing: he picked us up at the airport, shared a lot of suggestions and was reachable and available during all our trip. We loved out trip! June 2025

Response from James Thanks very much for the great review Giorgia. It was a pleasure hosting you and Anastasia and I am very pleased that you enjoyed your holiday in Stan.

Jp

We had a fantastic week with Stan! Perfect and practical campervan to explore the Highlands. Very pleasant to deal with James. Swift and clear communications which is really helpful. Definitely recommended!! Many thanks James!! May 2025

Response from James Thanks very much for leaving a 5 star review Jan Pieter. It was a pleasure hosting you and your wife and I hope to see you again in the future if you decide to explore more of the Scottish Highlands.

Michael

James is fantastic, really helpful and a very honest all round guy. Olly was in great condition and fully explained to us before we left. Olly is obviously very well locked after and didn't miss a beat over the 600 or so miles we took him on. 100% would recommend. April 2025

Response from James Thanks very much for your five star review and kind words Michael. It was an pleasure to host you and Teresa and I hope to see you both again in the future should you wish to explore more of Scotland and the Highlands.

Kevin

Loved our experience of hiring Eric from James who made it very easy - from the adaptable pick up time to explanation of the van. James is very friendly and helpful and would recommend hiring from him. It was our first time in a camper and we did all of the NC500 staying in different campsites and loved every minute. The camper came with everything you need and we’ll definitely be back as there’s so much to see that a week wasn’t long enough! April 2025

Response from James Thanks very much for the 5 star review and your kind words Kevin. It was a pleasure hosting you and Tracey and I look forward to seeing you both again in the future should you decide to explore more of Scotland!

Stuart

What an amazing experience and adventure we had on our first time in a campervan, especially one named Ollie. The beautiful Isle of Skye, up to Ullapool and across to Fortrose; more miles will definitely follow. The whole experience was made all the more easy with the kind, friendly and thorough advice provided by James, before, during and after the journey. The beautiful weather also helped and I believe James had a hand organised this! All the boxes ticked then. We would not hesitate to rent again from James and are already looking at later in the year. Thank you James and Ollie you’re brilliant April 2025

Response from James Thanks so much for the 5 star review and your kind words Stuart! It was my pleasure hosting you and Mandy and I look forward to seeing you in the future again when you explore more of what beautiful Scotland has to offer.

Rich

Book it! No need to read other reviews. Home on wheels. Heater, Fridge Freezer, Gas hob, sink, table, bedding….do it! James is an incredible host, communicates, understanding, and informative. Will be booking again! “Stan” was a great drive, apple play, great fuel economy, comfy ride 👌🏻 March 2025

Response from James Thanks very much for 5 star review and endorsement Rich. It was a pleasure hosting you and Perry and I look forward to seeing you again should you wish to explore more of what Scotland has to offer!

Patrick

Handover was easy and James very helpful the motorhome was well equipped and an easy drive to Stratford upon Avon and back to Inverness. February 2025

Response from James Thanks very much for the five star review Patrick. It was a pleasure hosting you and thanks for taking great care of Stan!

Simon

Exploring the Scottish 500 in Eric with my son is a trip which will live on in our memories, and one I recommend to anyone that has not visited the highlands. Eric lived up to all our expectations and was the ideal size for two adults, providing an unexpected level of comfort , facilities for wild camping (which we did apart from two nights) and was surprisingly warm. The ideal size for navigating the narrow roads that wind there way around the coast Eric didn't let us down once (though I let him down in the last hour of the trip but less said about that the better). James and his son were excellent 'hosts', gave a detailed hand over and demonstration of the equipment on arrival and a very professional hand back on completion of an unbeatable Scottish 500. Fully recommended for all explorers. November 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the 5 star review Simon! Some beautiful pictures you took as well. Hope to see you again in the future if you decide to explore the Highlands further.

Tom

We had a great time doing the NC500 in Ollie. James is very helpful and responsive. November 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the review Tom! It was a pleasure hosting you.

Gina

As previously said, James is a smashing fella who gives a comprehensive hand over. Ollie, was very easy to drive. He was well equipped but the toaster has to sit on the chopping board on the floor as it has a short lead. Sometimes it seemed a bit cramped so try not to overpack (we did🤦🏼‍♀️) Using the table for extra worktop is ideal. Ollie was great for parking and fitting into passing places on the NC500. The night heater kept us warm and toasty. A few times the leisure battery warning went off but it never let us down. - Maybe check with James why? The bed was easy to set up and put away, the bedding was good quality. Having the freedom to see a spot, stop and put the kettle on was fantastic. Parking Ollie up at the end of 2 weeks was like leaving a family member behind 😀 October 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the 5 star review Gina and Alan. It was a pleasure hosting you both and I am pleased that you enjoyed your trip. Hope to see you both again in the future should you decide to explore more of Scotland and the Highlands!

Sue

had a fab 5 day trip in Stan, all fab & hope to do it again (perhaps without the snow!!). October 2024

Response from James Thanks for the 5 star review Sue. It was a pleasure hosting you both and I hope to see you again if you decide to explore more of the Highlands and Islands!

Mark

Eric was a stellar little pal for our trip up to the Orkney islands. Slept 3 large males mostly comfortably (one slept very comfortably). Loves the little kitchen and the deisel heater is great whilst plugged in. Just the right size tobuzz around try hose remote roads. Not overly big which worked out great. James was excellent to work with and gave us a great orientation. Would totally recommend! October 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the 5 star review Mark! It was my pleasure hosting the 3 of you and I am very pleased that you enjoyed your trip in Scotland!

Lloyd

Had a great trip with Ollie. The van had everything we needed. James was very helpful and we had no issues at all. Would highly recommend! October 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for posting a 5 star review Lloyd. It was a pleasure hosting you and Sophie and I hope to see you again in the future if you decide to travel more and to see more of the sights and beautiful scenery in the wilds of Scotland!

Alex

Wow, what an incredible trip. We hired Ollie from James for our holiday to Scotland for the NC500. James was so accommodating from the moment we booked, to us handing Ollie back at the end of our trip (which we were very sad about!). Ollie was perfect for us, being our first campervan holiday, he was not too big to drive the narrow roads of the NC500 but also spacious enough for the 2 of us with luggage for our 6 nights when pitching up at our campsites. Ollie was clean and well equipped with everything we needed. The only thing that would have made campervan life a little easier would have been having a microwave. But appreciate space is limited and we made do with the toaster & hob! James was so friendly and relaxed which made the whole experience stress free. If you’re debating to book with him, we could not recommend him enough. Thank you for everything! September 2024

Response from James Thanks do much for the great review Alex! It was a pleasure meeting you and Heather and I am pleased you had a great experience. I hope to see you both in the future should you decide to explore more of what the Highlands and Scotland has to offer.

Matthew

James was an absolute pleasure to deal with from start to finish. James provided a swift, friendly handover and was very accommodating with pick up and drop off times, which was a relief as we were working around ferry sailing times. He went out of his way to turn Ollie around to accommodate an early pick up which we were very thankful for. Ollie is very well equipped and a dream to drive. Small enough to navigate rural Scottish roads but also very comfortable for your overnight stops. We will absolutely be contacting James when we return for another Scottish adventure. September 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the 5 star review Matt. It was a pleasure hosting you and Lorna and I look forward to hosting you both again in the future if you decide to explore more of Scotland!

Matthew

Handover was very smooth on departure and return thanks to James. Takes no more than 20mins to do forms and James to show you around Eric. We visited Isle of Skye which was magical and will go again. Eric is a long wheelbase version so you get a little extra space which is nice. Eric is not too big to take down some of the narrow roads on Skye although you have to dodge and swerve the pot holes! We are already planning our next trip. If in doubt…jump in and book Eric or one of James’ other 2 vans and go for it! You won’t regret it. September 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the 5 star review Matthew. It was great meeting you and Michelle and I hope to see you both again in the future if you decide to explore more of what Scotland and the Highlands has to offer!

William

We had the most fantastic week in Stan, touring the North Coast 500 for five days. James is a professional and very responsive hirer, located a short taxi ride from Inverness/Inverness airport. Stan was perfectly equipped with everything we needed for our 5 day tour of the Highlands, as well as being a smooth drive and perfectly comfortable for sleeping in. The Highlands were a fantastic experience and we look forward to returning to explore more of the country, our first port of call will be James’ fleet!! September 2024

Response from James Thanks for the fantastic review Will! It was a pleasure hosting you and Jamie and thanks for taking great care of Stan. I will look forward to hosting you again in the future should you decide to explore more of the Highlands and Islands!

Gemma

We all really enjoyed our Highlands trip in Stan, particularly our five-year-old son (travelling and sleeping in the red campervan was easily the highlight of his holiday)! James was a very kind and helpful host too. Many thanks! August 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for posting a 5 star review Gemma! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family and I hope to see you all again in the future if you decide to explore more of what the Highlands has to offer.

Jon

Really positive experience. We found James to be helpful, flexible and communicated really well. Our van, Ollie, was clean and everything that we were hoping for on our trip around the highlands and islands. No problems at all and, as a result, a very enjoyable holiday. Highly recommended. August 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for your 5 star review and kind words Jon. It was my pleasure hosting you and Susanne and I hope to see you again in the future if you decide to explore more of what Scotland has to offer.

Karen

From the start I had good communication with James which I always appreciate, on arrival James gave us a good tour around the van and explained how everything works, he had a mixture of goods in the cupboard for us too, the bedding was of good quality and kept us cosy. Unfortunately we had to cut our holiday short but James kindly stayed in on a gorgeous day for us to arrive back with the van. I would definitely recommend James as a host and Stan the van for anyone wanting to be on the move in our beautiful Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 July 2024

Response from James Thanks so much for your 5 star review Karen and for your kind words. It was a pleasure hosting you and Fiona and I am sorry you had to cut you holiday short. Hope to see you both again if you decide to explore more of the Highlands!

Samantha

Just returned from a fantastic week exploring the Nc500 with Stan the van! James was fantastic from start to end, great communication and a friendly welcome. His son Tom was also brilliant during collection, providing us with all the information we needed. The van itself was perfect - full equipped with everything we needed (utensils, crockery, clothes, tea towel, bin bags, spare toilet roll etc.). Can’t fault it. Thank you for everything, we really enjoyed our trip. July 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the great review Sammy! It was a pleasure hosting you and Andrew and I hope to meet you both again should you wish to explore more of the beautiful Scottish Highlands. What an incredible picture of Stan you took!

Daniel

We had a great trip around the NC500. I can't imagine a better host than James. He was very helpful, offering advice and flexibility with respect to pick-up and drop-off times. The camper was not brand new but well maintained. We noticed a slight mechanical issue soon after leaving in the van but it was dealt with quickly so we could get on our way. We will book again in the future. July 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the 5 star review Daniel and the positive comments. It was a pleasure meeting you and your lovely family and hope to see you all again if you want to explore more of Scotland!

Dan

This was our first time using GoBoony and a campervan. James's communication was perfect, quick and answered all our queries putting out mind at ease. The handover was great too. James was polite, friendly and explained everything clearly. 'Stan' the VW campervan was great too, easy to drive, well equipped and we only used 1/2 tank fuel over the 400 miles we drove doing part of the NC500. June 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the 5 star review Dan! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family and thanks for the great pics of Stan in his natural environment! I hope to see you all again in the future if you decide to explore more of the Highlands and beautiful Scotland!

Olivia

5-day golfing roadtrip with my husband around the NC500. Ollie was perfect, easy to drive and right size for the two of us. James was great to hire from, smooth handover and really understanding when we had a little accident while cooking food! Will definitely recommend Ollie and James to friends doing the route! June 2024

Response from James Thanks so much Olivia for posting the 5 star review for me and Ollie. It was my pleasure hosting you and Joost and I hope to see you both again should you decide to explore the Highlands further!

Connor

Had a great week exploring the NC500 with Stan and would highly recommend booking. James was very prompt and informative with his messages which made the process very smooth and he even gave us a lift back to the train station when we dropped Stan off. June 2024

Response from James Thanks for the 5 star review Connor! It was a pleasure hosting you and Sophie and thankyou for taking good care of Stan. Hope to see you both again if you decide to explore more of the Highlands!

Madeleine

Ollie was great and had everything we needed for a week long trip on the NC500. James was super helpful and made the experience super easy. Thanks again Ollie and James! June 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for posting a 5 star review for Ollie and myself Maddy! It was a pleasure hosting you, Ashley, Zack and Zak and I appreciate you taking such good care of Ollie.

Nick

We had an absolutely incredible time doing the NC500 with Stan - we fell in love with him within minutes£ He was fully equipped with everything we needed for our trip and pick up was just outside Inverness in a great location. James was great and made sure we had everything we needed before we set off, he also dropped us back to the airport when we returned. Without a doubt we would recommend both of them to anyone and we will definitely be using again on our next trip to Scotland. Thank you James and Stan for making our trip so memorable! June 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the great 5 star review Nick! It was a pleasure to host you and Elizabeth and thanks for taking such good care of Stan. Hope to see you again on your next trip to Scotland.

Katie

We had a fantastic time in Eric! Scotland is truly beautiful and we took Eric out on the NC500. James was so helpful and I had so many questions and requests, he couldn't have been more accommodating. The van is lush! Clean and comfy. My personal feelings are this van comfortably fits 2 adults and maybe 1 or 2 small children but it wouldn't fit more than 2 adults. The storage is surprisingly big, especially the fridge which held plenty. James has the softest sheets I've ever slept in, must be the Scottish air that makes them so fluffy. Being automatic was also brilliant and made it super easy to drive. We sat out under the awning every night, with the chairs and table provided. Even when it rained, we could sit comfortably outside. I cannot recommend this van, James and Scotland enough. We WILL be back! X June 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the great review Katie. It was a pleasure hosting you and David and I am very pleased that you both enjoyed your trip around the NC500 and thanks for posting the pics you took!

Andrew

We were very impressed with James at the handover and extremely impressed by Ollie s presence, he looked great. We were given a good briefing by James about Ollie and he assisted us with the ' go forms' via Goboony. Our intention was to complete the NC500 over the 6 whole days we had, but it was quickly apparent that 6 days was not long enough to visit all the places of interest, so we fine tuned with the intention of going back in 2025. We wild camped in Ollie for the whole period, in car parks, layby's, by lochs etc, no need for a campsite, it was great, he did not put a wheel wrong, he was great to drive and live in. We could not have hoped for a better motorhome as an intro to the camper life. We would recommed James and his camper Ollie, wholeheartedly, It was a wonderful trip Thankyou Ollie and James May 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for posting a 5 star review Andy! It was a pleasure meeting you and Joyce and I am very pleased that you had a great Campervan trip in Ollie!

Lucy

Thank you so much James. It was perfect from beginning to end - he was informative and thorough whilst being kind and relaxed. May 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for leaving a 5 star review and for the great pictures Lucy. It was a pleasure hosting you and Mik and good to know that you had a positive Campervan experience in Stan!

Ricky

Sorry this is so late completely forgot., we rented this Motorhome for our first visit to Scotland. It was absolutely perfect! The camper van was great, comfy, tidy, reliable, the owner was very helpful and friendly, would highly recommend. Thank you so much we had the best time May 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for posting a 5 star review Ricky! It was a pleasure to host you and I hope to see you again if you decide to explore more of Scotland!

Daniel

Great campervan. May 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for your 5 star review Daniel! Much appreciated.

Will

Stan was comfortable for long journeys and well equipped for over night stays. The hire comes with everything you need for a NC500 journey and is great for stopping off anywhere you like for lunch or for the night. James was responsive, helpful and accommodating from the start. May 2024

Response from James Many thanks for the 5 star review Will! It was a pleasure hosting you and thanks for taking great care of Stan!

Peter

Wow what else can I say but wow! If your looking for a campervan to do the nc500 look no further than James. an absolute gentleman to deal with and excellent communication from day 1. Van was super clean great to drive. And just all in all a fantastic week we loved it all. Ollie was a great van thanks again and we will be back 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍🥃 May 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for your great review Peter. It was a pleasure meeting you and Tracy and hosting you both. I will look forward to your next visit when you explore more of the Highlands and Islands!

Samantha

We had a great time in Stan. James was really helpful and responsive. Thanks James! April 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for the 5 star review Sam, it was a pleasure hosting you and what a great picture of Stan in his natural environment ;-)

Jessica Grace Lennox

Stunning trip! the van is amazing, so user friendly. James and his son Tom were so helpful right from the moment we booked! April 2024

Response from James Thanks for posting a great review for us Jess and for taking great care of Ollie! Hope to see you again in the future if you want to explore even more of what the Highlands has to offer!

Rachel

We had the best week with Stan travelling the NC500! James was super helpful and very quick at communication - he went above and beyond. Stan was perfect for us, well equipped and comfy with plenty of space. We would definitely recommend and were so sad to go home! March 2024

Response from James Thanks for posting a very nice review Rachel! It was a pleasure hosting you and Dan. Hope to see you both again if you want to explore some more of Scotland and thanks for taking great care of Stan!

Linda

James was great to hire from, very accommodating and helpful. Picking up and depositing Stan, the vehicle were quick and efficient and the standard of the campervan was excellent. Comfortable base camp for exploring the Highlands even in the middle of winter! January 2024

Response from James Thanks very much for your great review Linda. It was a pleasure hosting you and Paul and I am very pleased you were comfortable on your trip away in Stan!

Ciaran

James was nothing but exceptional with his communication throughout our trip with Ollie. Had an incredible time completing the NC500, with the van making our trip that much better. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a getaway and wanting to be a little closer to nature. Thanks again to James! November 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for posting a great review Ciaran. It was a pleasure hosting you and Chelsea and I am pleased to see that you enjoyed your trip away in Ollie!

Jimmy

Had a fantastic trip up in Scotland exploring the North Coast 500 route. Just out of season which made the roads a lot more pleasant to travel on. The camper (Stan) ticked every box needed for the trip, comfortable, reliable & cosy. James the host was outstanding, very welcoming and gave us a great briefing on all the key points to make the most of Stan. I will definitely rebook through James in the future and would highly recommend for anyone looking for a camper to hire for a NC500 adventure! October 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for posting a great review for me Jimmy. It was my pleasure hosting you and I look forward to welcoming you in the future should you wish to explore more of the Highlands.

Sarah

We had a wonderful couple of nights in Stan, travelling up to Ullapool and over to the Isle of Lewis. James was so helpful and quick to answer questions, and even dropped us to the station after we’d returned the van so we didn’t miss our train! I wouldn’t hesitate to hire from James again, 100% recommend. October 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for your great review Sarah. It was a pleasure hosting you and your family!

Theresa

My bf and I just did the NC500 road trip in Ollie and it was excellent! Ollie had everything we needed, and the heater was appreciated, as it can get very cold in Scotland. Ollie is a good size to get around in. Larger vehicles would struggle on some of those NC500 roads. James was very helpful and kind. Thank you so much! We would 100% recommend you :) October 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for your positive review Theresa! It was a pleasure to host you and Chris and thanks for taking great care of Ollie too!

Amanda

Our journey through the Scottish Highlands was nothing short of brilliant, all thanks to the exceptional experience of renting "Stan," James' remarkable campervan. From the very beginning, James went above and beyond to ensure our adventure was smooth and memorable. As for Stan, the campervan, it left us absolutely thrilled. Beyond our expectations, it was not just a mode of transportation; it was a home away from home. Stan came fully equipped with everything we could possibly need, and driving it was an absolute joy. Navigating the scenic Highlands became a breeze, and it amplified the enjoyment of exploring the awe-inspiring landscapes. I can't emphasize enough how much I recommend James and Stan. Our experience was unequivocally positive, a solid 100% on the satisfaction scale. If I ever have the opportunity to visit the area again, there's no doubt in my mind that I'd choose to embark on this fantastic adventure once more. October 2023

Response from James Thanks so much for posting such a positive review Amanda. It was my pleasure hosting you and Andy and I am very happy to read that your excursion in Stan went so well!

Nicola

What a wonderful 5 day adventure travelling to the Western Isles in Eric. The van was clean and well kept.....perfectly fitted with all you may need to go off grid. The bed was super comfortable with everything super easy to use. James was lovely, really helpful and very relaxed. Totally recommended James and his fleet of vans. I'll definitely be going back there on my next trip to Scotland! September 2023

Response from James It was great meeting you and Natalie and many thanks for the great review. I hope to welcome you both again in the future if you decide to explore more of the beautiful Scottish Highlands.

Marie Louise

Eric had all we needed. We could travel all roads as the van is never too big. You can even camp on designated sites if you don't mind not having a toilet and a shower for a night. James was easy to reach for anything we needed ( we only had a hiccup with the alarm on the first day which was easily solved). We definetely will book again to explore Scotland further. September 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for your positive review Marie Louise. It was a pleasure meeting you and your Husband and I appreciated you taking great care of Eric. I hope to meet you both in the future if you return to do more travels in Scotland!

Katy

We have had the best time in Eric the camper van. He is fully equipped with everything needed for our journey around the coast and a lovely drive. James has been excellent with communication and making our holiday as smooth as possible. Would definitely rent again! September 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for posting a great review Katy. It was a pleasure meeting you and George and it would be my pleasure to host you again in future!

Sharon

An amazing trip around the NC500 enabled by James (great guy) and Ollie the camper (very good to drive and comfortable). No problems whatsoever if you choose this duo. September 2023

Response from James Thanks for your great review Sharon and for letting me use the fantastic picture you took of Ollie on your travels. It was great to meet you and Simon and thankyou for taking such good care of Ollie!

Jeffrey

Stan the van was an excellent mobile accommodation for our adventure along the NC500. James was friendly and approachable who gave us an easy tutorial on how Stan works and sets up which made the whole experience much easier, any questions or concerns we had he was quick to reply. I would not hesitate to book in the future through James again. September 2023

Response from James Thanks for the great review Jeff and it was a pleasure to host you and Jess. Those pictures you took look incredible, especially the drone ones!

Jacqui

Eric was perfect for our highland adventure- well equipped, in really great condition and great to drive. James was so helpful and communication was so easy. We would highly recommend! thanks so much! September 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for the positive review Jacqui. It was great to host you and Sam and thanks for taking great care of Eric!

Andrew

Another great trip in Stan, as before Stan was very clean, well equipped and maintained. James is very friendly and communication is timely and very clear and efficient. The van is perfect for my trip to Skye and the west coast givening the flexibility to park up in very beautiful locations. Looking forward to my next trip hope ly in the Autumn. August 2023

Response from James Thanks again for the great review Andrew and I look forward to welcoming you for your next trip!

Kelly

Excellent. James was very helpful and welcoming. Stan was a great van to drive around the NC500 and we loved our trip. August 2023

Response from James Thanks for the great review Kelly. It was a pleasure hosting you and Mark!

Kyriakos

We had an amazing experience renting the campervan "Stan" from James for our trip to the highlands. James was incredibly helpful and always available when we needed assistance. Stan, the campervan, exceeded our expectations - it was fully equipped and a joy to drive. It made exploring the majestic highlands so much easier and enjoyable. I wholeheartedly recommend James and Stan - a 100% positive experience. If I find myself in the area again, I wouldn't hesitate to repeat this fantastic adventure! August 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for the great review Kyriakos! It was a pleasure meeting you and Jenny and I love the pictures you took. All the best to you both.

Nicole

James made the process effortless and enjoyable, he was friendly, relaxed and so helpful! The van was spotless and very well maintained. James explained and gave us an in depth tour of the van before driving away on our trip. There was even an information guide in the van if we forget anything. The van itself was well equipped with everything you need for a road trip, outside seating & table, bedding, crockery and basic toiletries such as washing up Liquid and loo roll (from previous campers) there was plenty of storage which helps keep the van tidy and organised. Overall an enjoyable, relaxed, stress free and fun trip! Will definitely be hiring from James again 😁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚐 August 2023

Response from James Thank you Nicole for the lovely review! It was a pleasure to meet you and Paul and thankyou for taking great care of Ollie too!

Paul

Ollie was the perfect van for us - all we needed was included and James was such a helpful and kind host taking the time to show how everything works and giving us some helpful hints and tips for the journey. We can't thank you enough for giving us the opportunity to travel the NC500 on Ollie. Thank you so much from Paul, Caroline and Georgina! August 2023

Response from James Thankyou very much for the wonderful review and kind words Paul. It was a pleasure hosting you, Caroline and Georgina.

Ali

First class service from James Very helpful and easy to deal with Van was first class can’t recommend his van highly enough Would 100% deal with him again 10/10 July 2023

Response from James Thankyou so much for such a nice review Ali. It was a pleasure meeting you and your wife and thanks for taking great care of Stan!

Ishbel

A huge thanks to James (& Stan the campervan). We had a lovely weekend away, the bed and kitchen really helped for my first venture into camping. And the kids loved the campervan. July 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for your review Ishbel. I'm really pleased that your kids enjoyed Stan and it made your camping experience a comfortable one!

Ami

We cannot rave about James and Stan the van enough! James was easily contactable and answered any questions we had from the get go. He was incredibly accommodating where possible with any requests that we had. James called us when Stan was ready and even collected us from the station so we could go through Stan and the paperwork together. The helpfulness didn’t stop there - any questions we had whilst on the road were quickly answered if we couldn’t work it out for ourselves. Stan the van was very comfortable for the 2 of us and easy to use. Lots of storage options and amenities with plates, cutlery, pots and pans, etc. and James provided some bedding too (pillows/sheets/duvets) so we just had to bring ourselves and clothes. Thank you Stan and James for our wonderful trip around Scotland! July 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for the great review and very kind words. It was great to meet you and Rob and I am pleased you enjoyed your trip in Stan!

David

James was an excellent hirer - helpful and efficient - and the van was in a great condition - all contributed to a very enjoyable trip! July 2023

Response from James Thanks for the review David. Much appreciated!

Jade

Firstly, James was an excellent host. Communication was reliable and speedy and he was able to answer all of our queries that we had, he ever so kindly picked us up from the train station and took us back to his beautiful cottage to complete paper work and collect Eric. Eric (campervan) was perfect, automatic and easy to drive, and had all of the resources and utensils that we would need for our trip. It was clean, along with clean bed sheets and a full tank of gas. We drove from Inverness to Glasgow to Isle of Skye and places in between and Eric held up extremely well! Would highly recommend James and Eric ! Thanks again for everything, hope to visit Scotland again soon ☺️ July 2023

Response from James Thanks for the great review Jade and your kind words. It was a pleasure meeting you and Laura and I hope to welcome you back in the future should you decide to explore more of the Highlands!

Naomi

We had a fantastic holiday! Stan was equipped with everything we needed, we were warm and comfortable, and he was fun and easy to drive. James is a lovely person and a great host. He was extremely kind and went out of his way to assist us getting to and from the airport, he was also very helpful with advice and tips on the area. We would not hesitate to book again. A* all round, thank you James 🤜🤛 July 2023

Response from James Thanks for your very positive review and kind words Naomi. It was a pleasure meeting you, Nic and Corbyn and I hope to welcome you all again should you decide to explore more of the Highlands!

Dan

I don’t often leave reviews, but the trip I just enjoyed with my wife in Ollie the camper van was so much fun and James was such a great hirer I wanted to let people know. James is a top bloke, excellent communication, very friendly and the van was in great condition with all the essential bits you need included. The hand over was smooth and everything was clearly explained before we set off. James was also really flexible as we needed to pick up the van a bit early to dart up the east coast. The smooth nature of the hire made a great trip even better and I’ve no hesitation in recommending James and Ollie the camper van - plus the NC500 which was fantastic. July 2023

Response from James Thanks so much for the great review Dan and your kind words. It was a pleasure to meet you and Debbie and I appreciate you taking such good care of Ollie too!

Cristina

James was very helpful and the van was in very good condition, we didn’t have any problem, any question about the van James reply me very quickly, We had a wonderful holidays with Ollie July 2023

Response from James Thanks for your positive review Cristina, it was a pleasure meeting you, Alex and Roman and thankyou for taking great care of Ollie!

Katie

Swift and smooth experience! Good for fuel, brilliant van, comfy, and James was an excellent host! Hope to rent Eric again as we had the best time!! :) July 2023

Response from James Thanks for the great review Katie, it was a pleasure to host you and your friends and thanks for taking great care of Eric!

Chris

We had a fantastic time; the van was perfect for our weekend. Was clean and came with all the necessities needed as well as extras! James was also extremely welcoming and helpful about the area and dropped us back to the airport as well which super helpful! Highly recommended we will be using again if In the area! Thanks James and Stan the Van! June 2023

Response from James Thanks for the kind words and great review Chris. It was a pleasure meeting you and Helen and I am really pleased that everything went well. I hope to welcome you both back in the future should you decide to explore more of Scotland.

Andrew

We had a great time in Stan. The van was well enough equipped, easy to mange, a good size for the narrow roads, economical. But it was James who really made our experience first-class, making everything as easy as possible for us - splendid service and support. Thanks again, James. Ursula and Andrew June 2023

Response from James Thank you very much for the great review Ursula and Andrew! It was a pleasure meeting you both and thanks for taking great care of Stan!

Garry

Had a great time in Ollie. The van drives well and has everything you need for a comfortable trip. Excellent communication and service by James and easy pickup. Highly recommended. June 2023

Response from James Thanks for your great review Garry. It was a pleasure meeting you and Elizabeth and I appreciate the feedback you provided! Hope to see you both again in the future should you decide to tour Scotland some more!

Kiran

Stan was an excellent home for our family of four for one week, well equipped and surprisingly comfortable. James was available and accomodating both before and during our trip, going out of his way to ensure we had everything we needed. Thanks James (and Stan!) June 2023

Response from James Thankyou very much for posting a great review Kiran, it was a pleasure to host you and your family and I hope to welcome you back again if you decide to explore Scotland again.

Rowland

An absolutely brilliant experiance hiring 'Eric' from James. The van was in immaculate condition and all the kit, from bedding to cooking utensils, was top notch. James was also the perfect host. He couldn't have been more helpful or accomodating. I can't recommend hiring a camper from James highly enough. I'm already looking forward to the next time! June 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for your great review Rowland. It was my pleasure hosting you and Lexi and I look forward to welcoming you back again in the future!

Richard

The van was excellent and exactly as described, we had a great week doing the NC500. James was very helpful and responded quickly to all our questions/emails. Pick up was straight forward and again James was great to deal with- I would highly recommend Ollie and James to anyone looking to hire a VW camper. June 2023

Response from James Thanks for the very positive review Richard. It was a pleasure to meet you and Amanda and thanks for taking great care of Ollie!

Piers

I cant speak highly enough of James as a host. He answered all my pre-trip queries promptly and kindly allowed us an early check in on the 1st day. Amazing few days on the NC500 with Eric, he never let us down, great drive and came with everything we needed. May 2023

Response from James Thanks very much for your great review Piers! It was a pleasure to meet you and Mason and I look forward to hosting you in the future when you plan your next trip.

Amandine

I cannot recommend James & his van Ollie enough. The van is perfect. James was very accommodating and responsive. We will be back! May 2023

Response from James Many thanks for your fantastic review Amandine. It was a pleasure to host you and Marion and I look forward to your next visit!

Philip

Couldn’t have asked for any more from Stan or James to be honest! The van is extremely well kitted out with absolutely everything you’ll need during your trip. James was a fantastic host too, giving us everything we needed and being on hand for any questions or issues. He even pays if you need to replace the gas bottle during your trip. 10/10, will be booking again! May 2023

Response from James Thanks for the great review Philip. It was a pleasure hosting you and Kyna and I look forward to seeing you both whenever you decide to visit in the future!

Florie

Thank you James for those amazing 3 nights campervanning. This was our first camper van trip with our 2 kids and everyone loved it. Eric is easy to drive (automatic) and is a comfortable van with everything we needed. James was very helpful. A big thank you for your kindness 😊 it will be a pleasure to come back. April 2023

Response from James Thank you very much for your great review Florie. It will be a pleasure to host you and your family when you decide to explore more of Scotland in the future and thankyou for taking good care of Eric.

Caroline

Stan was absolutely fantastic. He handled the twisty roads of the NC500 like a dream and had everything we needed for a stress free week away. James was highly responsive to any questions and accommodating. Highly recommend! April 2023

Response from James Thanks for the great review Carri, it was a great pleasure to meet you and Matt and I am pleased that you had such great weather too!

David

James is super helpful and it felt like he really couldn't do enough for us. Ollie was a wonderful campervan and was part of the background in creating some wonderful memories while walking with my youngest son. Lochside camping 3 nights in a row, each at jaw dropping locations, highly recommend James and we will probably be using him again later this year. April 2023

Response from James Thanks for the great review David and I look forward to hosting you for your next booking. It was a pleasure to meet you and Jonathan!

Leo

Brilliant vehicle, and James was super helpful and informative and stayed in touch throughout. Having a heater made a world of difference! March 2023

Response from James Thanks for the great review Leo. It was a pleasure meeting you and Joe and I am glad you enjoyed your travels in Stan!

Andrew

Had a fantastic winter trip with a number of adventures. James is a great providing detailed timely information from the start. Very friendly and helpful responding quickly to all communications. The van was great provided everything I needed being very clean and well maintained. The gas heater was a great in the -5-10 degree temperatures. James also fitted winter tyres and provided a shovel which were essential driving in the snow. This was my first time hiring such a van and all in all was a great experience. Would recommend 'Stan' without any hesitation and will be back in the spring. January 2023

Response from James Thanks for the great review Andrew and for your repeat booking. Stan is fully ready for your next adventure :-)

Nick

Thanks to James (and Ollie) for a fantastic 4 nights campervanning around the incredible West coast. (Ullapool, Sheildaig, Dunvegan, Laggan). This was our first camper van trip and can't recommend it enough. Ollie is easy to drive (even over the spectacular, mildly daunting, Applecross peninsula) and is a comfortable, cosy living space. The weather wasn't great so not much opportunity for outdoor living. The variable weather just adds to the adventure, so don’t let that put you off! James was very helpful in route planning and van hand over etc. All very straightforward and hassle free and we really appreciated the lift back to Inverness station. Thanks. November 2022

Response from James Thanks for the great review Nick. Hopefully if you can Caroline have another adventure the weather will be kinder next time :-)

Hazel

James was extremely helpful and kind. Very easy and pleasant experience! November 2022

Response from James Thanks for your great review Hazel!

Charlie

Great Van! Comfortable night's sleep with the mattress topper The captain's swivel chair makes the van very roomy and i think the driver seats also turns but i only realised after giving the van back November 2022

Response from James Many thanks for your great review Charlie. Great pics you took!

Clément

Amazing trip with Ollie on the NC500. James has been really helpful from start to finish, Ollie being in superb condition and form. He even dropped us back at the Inverness railway station after returning the van. Thanks October 2022

Response from James Thanks for your great review Clement. It was a pleasure meeting you both and thankyou for taking great care of Ollie.

Charlotte

Absolutely phenomenal trip to Skye in Stan! Loved every minute. The van was perfect and clean, with all we needed. Great to drive and clearly well maintained, we would 10000% recommend! If I could think of anything, a topper for the bed would have been a real added bonus. Please note that from Inverness airport a £30 taxi is required, we tried the bus but no such luck. Either way fantastic and James was a great person to deal with from start to finish. Very happy campervan-ers! October 2022

Response from James Thanks for your great review Charli. It was a pleasure meeting you and Andy and I appreciate the good care you took of Stan. I hope to welcome you both back if you wanted to explore more of Scotland.

Matt

I can't explain how great our experience was with both James and Ollie (Van). James was extremely helpful and kind from start to finish. He made sure everything was explained through out the van and also provided knowledge on the area. Ollie was the perfect steed for us to completed the NC500 and more! The downstairs bed was extremely comfy and all of the features were clean and in great working condition. It had no troubles with the tough roads found through out our trip. Cant recommend these two enough, they helped make our trip one we will never forget. October 2022

Response from James Thanks for your great review and very kind words Matt. It was a pleasure hosting you and your pics with Ollie look fantastic!

Vivienne

We had a great time in Scotland in Stan. James was very helpful with all queries raised. Van was well equipped and easy to drive around the testing roads on the North Coast. James very friendly and flexible with drop off and pick up times and helped with lift to the airport. Will we definitely be back again October 2022

Response from James Thanks for the great review Vivienne. It was a pleasure meeting you and Robert and I would welcome you both if you decided to hire again to explore more of Scotland.

Rodrigo

James was really attentive and always willing to help to make our trip perfect. The van was really nice with all the amenities we needed to discover the highlands. I would highly recommend James for your next adventure! Best wishes, Rodrigo. September 2022

Response from James Thanks for your great review Rodrigo and for taking good care of Stan. I am pleased you enjoyed your trip and would welcome you if you ever decided to hire again to explore more of Scotland.

James Oliver

James was incredibly friendly, helpful and informative, simple and relaxed collection and drop off, easy to find location. Spotlessly clean inside and out, excellent initial tour of camper and how everything worked. The camper had everything we needed, including adapter for phone, sat nav & music. Big Sands was our favourite campsite We would definitely hire from James again. Thanks James September 2022

Response from James Thanks for the great review James. It was a pleasure hosting you and Jodie and I hope to see you both again if you decide to do more touring of Scotland!

Richard

James was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. Everything was throughly explained, with no hidden surprises. Ollie exceeded our expectations and was faultless throughout our trip. I would highly recommend both James and Ollie to anyone looking to do a trip in the highlands. A huge thank you to James for making everything very easy. September 2022

Response from James Thanks for the great review Richard. It was a pleasure to host you, John and Wayne and you would be welcome to hire from me anytime if you decided to explore more of Scotland.

Tom

James was fantastic. Great comms and support throughout. He was very accommodating of our timings and even gave us a lift to the airport! Cannot recommend him enough. Ollie was also perfect. Easy to drive, economical on fuel (we did the NC500 on a single tank!), and comfortable and practical. We struggled to suggest anything in the camper we would change, as it was all so perfect. September 2022

Response from James Thanks for your fantastic review Tom. It was a pleasure to host you and Rachel and you would be welcome to hire Ollie again anytime.

Daniel

Fantastic host, fantastic van and fantastic trip! James was very easy to deal with and very accommodating and Ollie was a dream! September 2022

Response from James Thanks for the great review Dan. It was an absolute pleasure to host you and Isla!

Sarah

James was utterly brilliant. Always super prompt & responsive with comms. We loved “Stan” and can’t wait for more breathtaking Highlands adventures in the future. James has kitted Stan out with love & proper attention to detail. When our original booking with another Goboony provider fell through at the last moment due to unforeseen circumstances on their side, James & Stan stepped gallantly into the breach. Our 11 year-old & dog slept blissfully in the upstairs section while my husband & I were very comfortable down below once we’d ironed out one snag. This being that sleeping directly on the reclining leather seating proved too hard - luckily our son was happy to let us use his mattress topper. We recommended that James provide a topper for upstairs & downstairs & he said he’d action that. Otherwise, perfection! We’ll definitely be back! August 2022

Response from James Thankyou for your very positive feedback Sarah. It was a pleasure meeting you all and of course Duki the dog :-) I have ordered a new mattress topper to improve Stan's comfort so thanyou again for the constructive input. All the best. James

Paolo

James is a wonderful host and very helpful. His campervan was in pristine conditions and working perfectly. We had a great time with Ollie. August 2022

Response from James Thanks for the great review and feedback Paolo. Very pleased that you enjoyed your vacation in Ollie!

Catherine

We had an amazing 10 days with Oli in summer 2022. James could not have been more helpful or efficient with the queries we had before travelling, and went above and beyond to make our holiday a success. Oli was a great size for our first campervan hire as a family; just big enough for the four of us (two adults and two kids, 5 and 8), and small enough to feel confident driving around steep hills and tight corners. Pick up was a convenient short taxi ride from Inverness railway station, petrol use was really economical, and the van itself was in great condition. We'll happily hire Oli again. August 2022

Response from James Thanks for the great review Catherine. It was a pleasure to meet you, Tom and host your family! Very pleased that you enjoyed your experience.

Remmelt

Very good camper. Super for the one track roads in Scotland. Clean and modern volkswagen. James, the owner is very helpful and kind. We had a nice holiday and can recommend this camper to anyone. August 2022

Response from James Thankyou for your great review Remmelt and the great pics of you both enjoying your time in Ollie!

Donald

We had a great experience renting “Olly” the VW camper rented by James. We took a taxi from Inverness to Dochgarroch where Olly was parked up beside James’s cottage near the visitor centre & embarkation point for Caledonian canal cruises. James explained the in & outs of the camper. Olly was immaculately clean & we definitely got the impression, it was a labour of love for James, renting out his pride and joy. I am very glad we chose Olly than search for a bigger camper. Olly had a small wheel base & managed the narrow roads we found in the North of Scotland with ease, anything bigger would have been a struggle to drive, I would imagine and there was plenty of room inside to chill. The rear seats flattened to make a very comfortable bed & there was the option of another double bed in the roof which could be opened up when stationary but we had no need to use this as we were 2 & not 4 people travelling. On our return, we felt genuinely welcomed back James & after an inspection the paperwork/contract we signed days before was signed off and we left 2 very satisfied customers. August 2022

Response from James Thankyou for the great review Donald. It was a pleasure to host you both.

Serenella

Ollie was great for our trip recently through the isle of Skye and part of NC500! Versatile, in great condition and for the prices of fuel these days we were impressed with its consumption. Ollie turned out to be ideal and very comfortable for this trip with 4 friends. And we cannot praise James enough for its kind hospitality and support throughout our trip. He was absolutely incredible with us and even gave us a lift to and from Ollie. Definitely highly recommended! July 2022

Response from James Many thanks for the great review Serenella. It was my pleasure to host you and your party.

Rene

We had a very nice trip with the camper 😁. The camper is brand new and has good utensils. July 2022

Response from James Many thanks for the great review Rene!

Will

James was a fantastic person to rent from, with the camper being located just outside Inverness. Pick up was very easy, as was drop off. James is very friendly and chilled, which made the whole experience that much nicer. Ollie was the perfect vehicle for a 5-day trip around the West Coast - immaculate and in great condition. As a couple, the fold down bed was perfect. The two gas hobs, the sink/tap and the fridge all worked very well. The van is the perfect size to fit on some of the smaller, winding roads too. The van drives very well and the diesel tank pretty much covered the whole NC500 on one fill, which was very handy. All in all, we would not hesitate to rent from James again and hope to do so. Highly recommended. June 2022

Response from James Thanks for your review Will and for posting the great pics!

Debbie

We loved our week in Olly and took him round the NC500. Thanks to James and Reinette for being so welcoming and keeping him in such a lovely clean condition - and especially for the comfortable bed! This was our first camper van experience so we’ll definitely be back for more. We highly recommend Olly if you want a lovely easy camper trip and great host. June 2022

Response from James Thanks for the review Debbie. What an amazing pic. Incredible how you got so close to that Deer!

Paul

Ollie was perfect for exploring the Scottish Highlands - well equipped but not too big making it easy to drive on challenging roads. Surprisingly economical too. James the owner really went above and beyond, suggesting places to visit and always being available on the phone if we had any questions. I thoroughly recommend! June 2022

Response from James Thanks for the review Paul. It was lovely meeting you and Jocelyn and I am always happy to provide hints and tips on where to go and what to see.

Ilan

Ollie was a great camper for our trip to Skye. It had everything we needed to cook and sleep and was very comfortable. The van is in great condition and drives very well. We would recommend it for anyone and it can sleep four very comfortably. James was very helpful when we had questions and flexible with our pick up/drop off times. We would highly recommend to anyone looking for a camper van rental. June 2022

Response from James It was great meeting Ilan and Erica. They looked after Ollie and returned him in great order. I would not hesitate to recommend them both and would happily take a booking from them again.

Laura

Renting Ollie was an awesome experience. James is an amazing host who welcomed us and insured we had everything we needed to make our trip comfortable and memorable. James is the best dad to Ollie as the van we perfectly clean and well taken care of. 10/10 would recommend! June 2022

Response from James Laura and Laura took great care of Ollie and returned him fully fuelled and cleaned. It was a pleasure meeting them both and hearing about their trip. I would wholeheartedly endorse them as hirers as they treated Ollie as if he was their own.