Zig

Oakham
2 Belted seats 2 Adult berths
We’ll tell you what you want, what you really really want and that's ZIG-a-zig-ah! Located near the wonderful country town of Oakham, Zig is ideally situated to explore all areas of the UK. You can choose to hike the magnificent welsh mountains or bask in the sea air by the devonshire coast. You can guarantee wherever you choose to go, you’ll be zig-zagging those roads in style. Sleeping two in a fixed bed, there will be no time wasted making the bed in the evening, simply climb right in after a jam packed day of exploring.
Zig’s kitchen has been luxuriously crafted and complimented with a number of stylish features including a wine glass holder, wine rack and a multifunctional tap. His oven and grill takes the pressure off at meal times, you can choose whether you’d like to cook a feast from scratch or opt for a frozen pizza. Whatever you decide, you can level it up with a fantastic view and a couple of cold beers from Zig’s fridge.
Campsite or off-grid? The choice is yours! Fully-equipped with solar-power, heating, indoor shower and toilet - Zig has everything needed to keep you comfortable on the road.
Essential Information
About the Campervan
Description of Beds: Zig will sleep 2 adults comfortably as there are cut outs at the sides of the bed, which is slightly smaller than a king. If you're over 6ft, we have an additional cushion which can be put on the kitchen worktop to extend even further. Mattress is a very comfortable memory foam.
Description of Seating: Two belted seats in the cab (swivel chairs).
Description of Electrical Setup: Top of the range, full Victron Energy set up. Inside, there are plenty of 3 pin plug sockets as well as USB ports (including USB-C). 3 separate lighting zones, as well as additional under counter and floor lights. Touch screen display (Cerbo GX) to monitor levels of gas, battery, fresh and waste water as well as see current power flows between solar/battery/mains. 300 watt solar panels allow for off grid living, but van comes with electrical hookup if needed. 3x12V/165Ah AGM Telecom battery bank; offering a total of 495AH and a usable 247.5AH down to 50% discharge.
About the area: Zig is parked on the shores of Rutland Water, a beautiful and relatively unknown area in the Midlands. Zig is parked on a private driveway.
Parking: If you drive to collect Zig, you are welcome to leave your car in his normal spot on our driveway. If you come by public transport, Oakham or Stamford train stations are the closest.
Cooking Equipment: Zig has a 2 ring gas hob and gas oven with grill (can make toast here if needed). Good size fridge with in-built freezer. If renting Zig, you will have crockery, cutlery (inc. sharp knives), mugs and glasses for 2 people. Zig also has 2 saucepans | 1 frying pan | 1 baking tray | chopping board | kettle | bottle opener/corkscrew | tin opener. Zig also has colander | washing up bowl | tea towels | dustpan & brush. Zig has a large stainless steel sink and tap with normal or spray attachment.
Water and Sanitation: Inside & outside showers and inside toilet makes camping very comfortable! There is a 90-litre water tank that supplies water to the kitchen sink and showers. Truma boiler heats 10L water using gas and 'boost' setting heats water within 30 mins. Water tank is refillable via external inlet with hose (hose and attachments supplied). Separate 15L drinking water tank under sink. Thetford cassette toilet inside van with water 'flush' (toilet waste must be disposed of prior to returning van at a chemical waste disposal point). Underslung waste water tank holds 50L, there is an external tap to empty.
Audio Equipment: Zig has a CarPlay system which allows you to plug your phone in and play music whilst driving (iPhone lead inc). In the living space there are bluetooth speakers which can be connected to phone or laptop - great surround sound whilst snuggled in bed watching your favourite movie!
Type of Heating: LPG heating with ducts to all areas in the van keeping you warm all year round.
Location
Pick up / Drop off Times
- | Pick up | Drop off |
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Sunday | By arrangement | By arrangement |
Monday | By arrangement | By arrangement |
Tuesday | By arrangement | By arrangement |
Wednesday | By arrangement | By arrangement |
Thursday | By arrangement | By arrangement |
Friday | By arrangement | By arrangement |
Saturday | By arrangement | By arrangement |
Note: Campervan Hire prices are per 24 hours. The default pick up and drop off time is 2pm. If you request a pick up or drop off outside of this, the owner will quote you for the additional time. Typically this is £12.50 per additional hour.
Vehicle Spec
- Vehicle Type: Campervan
- Make: Volkswagen
- Model: Crafter
- Year: 2019
- Vehicle Length: 7 metres
- Vehicle Height: 2.7 metres
- Length with hitch: 7 metres
- Max Laden Weight (MAM): 3500 kg
- Payload: 500 kg
- Transmission: manual
- Fuel Type: diesel
- Registration: emailed when you book
Note: The hire of this vehicle is arranged by Quirky Campers ltd acting as the agent on behalf of Zig's owners. We make every effort to ensure that all the vehicles listed with us are of a high standard but cannot guarantee the condition of the vehicle. If you experience any problems please notify us as soon as possible.
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July 2022
Tom & Aimee