“Athena” is a new hand-crafted conversion, completed April 2022. She is designed and created with style and practically in-mind, using methods and materials that are built to last.

She has been weighed (coming in at 660kg under what she can carry) and has a Landlord’s gas safety certificate making her eligible to rent out with Quirky should you wish.

The build uses eco-friendly lightweight poplar ply which has been carefully crafted and finished with water-based Farrow & Ball paint throughout, plus a scratch resistant gloss on the inside of all cupboards. She is fully insulated using celetex boards for the ceiling and floor, eco rockwall in the walls plus sprayfoam in any gaps.

Heating & hot water

– The 20L underslung LPG gas tank provides cooking facilities + hot water for the sink & outdoor shower. The Whale Expanse hot water system from Propex has the 3-way feature so you can run off 12v / 240v or LPG gas. European adapters are included.
– The heating is run separately through the high-quality, efficient Auterm Planar diesel system. Switch on and the van is toasty in minutes. The heater has been connected directly to the 90L fuel tank for ease of filling up. This set up allows your gas to last longer.

Electrics

– The electrics are powered by the 2 x 110ah leisure batteries which are charged by the Victron 175w solar panel and engine while you drive (through the split-relay charger)
– Victron blue solar MPPT controller, Victron battery charger
– 12v and 240V sockets throughout
– Sterling 1800W invertor
– Hook-up for when you visit a campsite

Kitchen

– Double Thetford gas hobs connected to the underslung 20L LPG tank
– 50L Dometic fridge (with freezer compartment)
– Iroko wooden worktops – Iroko has a naturally high oil content making it exceptionally hardwearing and hygienic
– Belfast sink, hot & cold water system – 75L fresh water tanks in garage area, 25L waste under sink for ease of emptying
– Ample storage including over head lockers with spotlights underneath
– Metro tiles
– Fiamma maxi fan with remote control
– Opening window in sliding door for more fresh air and ventilation
– Hidden bin under sink

Dining / office

– 2 seats with storage underneath – 1 housing the Thetford toilet, the other clear
– Between the 2 seats is a matching slide out Iroko table for office or dining
– The 2 seats convert to make either a single bed or sofa area
– The upholstery has been professionally created by Walcot upholstery using a stain-resistant, machine washable natural woven linen.

Bedroom

– Fixed double bed with bespoke thick memory foam mattress from made2measure 185cm x 135cm (plus an additional few cm at the end of the mattress, which might be important if you’re tall!)
– Large Dometic Heki sky light over the double bed to let in plenty of light during the day and watch the stars at night. It comes with a fly vent and black out option, and can be opened up
– Overhead lockers with warm spotlights
– Cosy reading lamp with touch sense switch and 3 settings
– 3 windows, including one at the foot of the bed for morning coffee views
– Organic linen curtains, bamboo rail

Bathroom

– Hot outdoor shower accessible on the side of the van so you don’t get anything wet! Optional shower tent for more privacy or enjoy a hot shower in the middle of nature
– Thetford Porta Potti loo (new and unused) neatly hidden under seat nearest the sliding door

Extras

– Pull down projector screen for move nights
– Brand new 20m cable for electric hook up at campsite
– Kitchen bin by Brabantia (fits perfectly under sink next to waste)
– Double doors under bed give easy access to the garage space
– The garage area houses the batteries & electrics which is hidden with a removable lid when you need to access this area
– Light in garage with switch + lights on the back doors

We welcome any questions and will include a handover for the new owner of Athena.

Kate