Frequently asked questions.

  • No, we do not allow our vehicles to go to Scotland. The over-popular tourist routes and narrow roads have made it unsafe for vehicles of our size to travel there.

    A trip to Scotland also uses up a great deal of the weekly mileage allowance, so we recommend clients look at local rental options in Scotland if you wish to travel there.

  • You can book direct from us by clicking here. Our booking system is hosted by Outdoorsy.com and you will see their name in the emails.

  • Yes, we have fully comprehensive insurance available (subject to checks) for drivers aged 25-75 years. Roadside assistance is included as well.

  • The simple answer is: very easy!

    Both our motorhomes have automatic gear boxes and cruise control.

    The wing mirrors are easily adjustable and offer a wide field of view.

    There is a rear view camera for reversing.

    The steering is light to handle and the seats are super adjustable. Vicky is 159cm (5’2”) and has no problem finding a comfortable driving position.

  • For each driver, we need:

    • your driving licence number

    • DVLA check code (click here to create a code).

    • 2 pieces of ID with your name and address on it (eg utility bills or bank statements), both dated within 3 months of submission.

    Drivers need to be 25-70 years old and have no more than 6 points on their licence. If these are for a single offence there may be an increased deposit charge to cover the increase insurance excess. Please note it will also take longer to arrange cover.

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    Each motorhome has seatbelts for 4 people and 2 double berths.

  • Yes, by prior agreement we are happy to take up to 2 well-behaved small/medium size dogs. We charge an additional cleaning fee when you bring them.

  • Skylark is below 3.5T which means it can be driven on any UK driving licence (held for more than 2 years and subject to checks).

  • Skylark:

    McLouis Fusion 360 (2023)

    Overall length: 6.99m

    Width (with mirrors folded): 2.33m

    Height: 2.95m

    Weight: 3500kg

  • Yes. We have a leisure battery which is replenished via solar power and an LPG gas bottle onboard. Depending on water consumption and waste/loo cassette you are generally comfortable off-grid for 1-2 days at a time.

  • Yes. We have both 3 point, 12 volt and USB sockets on board. The 3 point sockets only work when the vehicles are hooked up to an external electric supply.

    The 12 volt and USB sockets work when the the lights are activated via the habitation panel.

  • Yes. We welcome families but would ask that care is taken to supervise children to avoid marks and damage to the vehicles. Any damage must be declared and may lead to the £1200 not being refunded in part or in full, depending on repair costs.

    The berths all have ‘lee cloths’ to prevent sleepers falling out, but they are all above the floor so please contact us if you’d like more information in regard to youngsters sleeping aboard.

  • No, we don’t provide towels.

  • Yes, we are happy to store your car in our locked garden while you are away in Skylark or Kestrel. We ask that you leave a set of keys with us in the unlikely event that we need to move your vehicle. Please note, we cannot accept responsibility for vehicles left on our property.

  • No, they average approximately 30 mpg (depending on load, driving style and conditions).

    We ask that you return the motorhome with a full tank of fuel.

  • You are able to stay in any legal camping spot (check local regulations), car parks (where permitted) and campsites. We tend to do a mixture of hard-standing, fully serviced campsites and car parks/aires.

    For ideas and suggestions of where to visit and stay, sign up to our mailing list and check out our journal.

  • We administer booking via GoBoony and they oversee all charges and cancellations.

    The GoBoony cancellation conditions are:

    “Moderate”

    Within 1 day prior to departure: 100% of the rental fee

    Within 1 week prior to departure: 80% of the rental fee

    Within 2 weeks prior to departure: 60% of the rental fee

    Within 6 weeks prior to departure: 40% of the rental fee

    Within 10 weeks prior to departure: 25% of the rental fee

    Between 10-24 weeks prior to departure: 15% of the rental fee

    More than 24 weeks prior to departure: 10% of the rental fee

    • If the traveller cancels a confirmed Booking, they will be subject to the cancellation policy outlined in the Rental Agreement. The advertiser will receive any remaining cancellation costs after Goboony's service fee and booking costs have been deducted.

    • The deposit is fully refunded when the booking is cancelled.

  • We’re in the village of Harbledown, set between Canterbury (Kent) and the A2.

    We’re perfectly positioned for the Channel ports (30 minutes from the ferries in Dover and the tunnel in Folkestone) and with easy access to the rest of the UK via the M2 motorway.

  • We do not recommend using high power devices eg hairdryer or straighteners) from the 3 point plugs, when the motorhome is on electric hookup and it is not possible to run them from the leisure battery.

    Different sites provide different amounts of power which may mean that you are unable to use your device (eg 6 amp supply = 1400 watts).

  • Yes.

  • No, we do not allow our vehicles to go abroad.

  • Our vehicles are available from April to October.

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