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Bessie

Christchurch

Owned by Olivia

Rental type:

Campervan

Berth:

Sleeps 2

Hire type:

Drive

Pet policy:

Pet friendly

Bessie is a trusted lady who will take care of you and travel the roads in some true 90's style. She comes equipped with all the best basics - coffee plunger, comfy seats and umbrella if it gets a bit wet...as well as the more essential ones like saucepans, plates, mugs etc. She's the perfect partner for exploration as well as afternoon naps as she's super easy to drive, park and operate. Nothing too high-tech for our vintage gal!

The important stuff

  • Minimum hirer age is 21 years
  • Valid full licence required to drive
  • Pets are allowed
  • Sleeps 2 inside the van
  • Van has automatic transmission
  • Van has 3 seat belts
  • Van is 2.44 m (8 feet) long and 2.5 m (8.2 feet) high
  • 4 day minimum hire
  • Pick up your van from Christchurch
  • Off road is not allowed

About the campervan

Make
Toyota
Model
Hiace
Year
1993
Length
8.00 ft
Height
2.50 m
Berths
2 internal
Seatbelts
3
Fuel type
Diesel

Amenities

  • Awning
  • Basic pantry
  • Camping table and chairs
  • Cutlery and plates
  • Fridge
  • Gas bottle
  • Heating
  • Outdoor kitchen
  • Air conditioner
  • Annex
  • Bbq
  • Bike rack
  • Coffee and tea
  • Coffee machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Reversing camera
  • Satellite tv
  • Shower & toilet
  • Solar panels
  • Stereo
  • Tv
  • Wheelchair access

Linen

  • Linen provided for an additional charge of $50 per booking

Safety Information

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Fire blanket
  • Smoke detector
  • Gps tracker

Location

Olivia's Campervan is located in Christchurch.

Exact location information is provided after the booking has been confirmed.


Availability

January to February 2026

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Additional information

FUEL DIESEL ROAD USER CHARGES APPLY At the rate of $0.09 per kilometre driven ($9.00 for 100 kilometres). Please note that as the levies that are included in the price of other fuels (such as petrol) are not included in the price of diesel at the pump it will appear significantly cheaper than other fuel types, this difference in price is made up by the road user charge.


Hiring rules

  • No smoking inside.
  • Be gentle with her she is an older lady full of wisdom and experience and can be relied upon to host you in an amazing way but she takes it slow on hills and has a natural soundtrack of creaky bones and an early 90's diesel motor!
  • She's got a really solid engine and trucks along with great reliability but she is a cruiser not a sprinter.
  • At night the insulated curtains (made by my Mum!) make her a chic and cosy spot to feel smug about any poor weather that is battling tentcampers around you! Make yourself a plunger of coffee in the morning and settle into a good book and a lazy start to the day.
  • She comes equipped with all the best basics as well as the more essential ones.
  • She has a tow bar but is only to be used for bike racks etc, no towing boats/trailers.
  • Linen bundle includes 2 x towels, hand towel, tea towel, sheets, duvet, pillows and an extra blanket in case it gets chilly.
  • Hirer must be 21 years of age or older.

Pricing

Hire Fee
From $95.00 per day
Service fee
$60.00

Cancellations

Strict

  • Cancel earlier than 45 days before the start of the booking and receive a full credit. Refunds available upon request (less any admin fees) and may take up to 30 days to process.
  • Cancel between 45 and 20 days before the start of booking and receive a 90% credit. Booking fees will not be credited.
  • Cancellations less than 20 days before the start of booking will not be eligible for any credit or refund.

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8 reviews

5.0
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    Thomas
    5.0

    Bessie was an amazing traveling companion! Very reliable. We loved how well appointed she was, especially the kitchen's corner. Thank you Olivia for every information you gave to us and your help when needed. We had lovely holidays.

  • Steve
    5.0

    Was excellent! I did alot of Kms in bessie and she performed awesome! She had everything that you could need in a smal camper! Thanks Olivia and Bessie for making this so hassell free for my first trip to the south.

  • Cory
    5.0

    Bessie is a true gem! She was amazing for my trip from Christchurch to Milford Sound and back. Shes an old gurl and may not have all the bells and whistles like some of these new kids on the block, but shes tried and true. Thanks for the memories! Thanks Olivia for a seamless handover and excellent communication. You made it a breeze! 10/10

  • Paolo
    5.0

    Weve had the best time with bessie and she took us to awesome places. She runs great and she will mever let you down. Olivia is awesome to talk to and she always responds very quickly.

  • McKynlee
    5.0

    Bessie was a dream, Olivia was great on communication front and setting us up for an easy adventure.


About the owner

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Owned by OliviaMember since March 2023
9 reviews
Purchased Bessie when my 2020 trip to the UK was put on ice - and have loved the adventures I've had in her. Mum made her new curtains, my sisters and their families love taking her on camping trips and she really has become a member of the family. I run a small business which means weekends and trips away aren't always possible so wanted to make her available for adventures without me. I often take my wee dog Otto with me so pets are welcome - but she's a small-ish space so maybe no Great Danes?!