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Escape HQ

Nelson

Owned by Kathy and Trevor

Rental type:

Campervan

Berth:

Sleeps 2

Hire type:

Drive

Pet Policy:
Not Pet friendly
*Minimum 7 day hire – Nelson to Christchurch region *Minimum 14 day hire – Entire South Island We love freedom and adventure! We also like being comfy and having everything we need at our finger tips. That's why we love ‘Escape HQ'. She has everything you need to get out there and explore, but is compact enough to drive and park easily (only a car licence required). Fully self contained (shower + toilet), a comfy King bed (or 2 singles – you choose), plenty of solar power to go off grid, fridge freezer, gas cooker - you can disappear for days at a time! Bliss. Back doors open wide for extensive views and breeze. Gas heating keeps you snug when it’s chilly. Linen is supplied (Duvets, sheets, pillows, towels, teatowels). All you need to do is arrive........ And there’s so much to do in our rich and diverse top of the South Island – Hikes, bikes, walks, wineries, history, cafes, beaches ................endless possibilities. Hire our mountain bikes (x2) as well for even more options. Pick up is only 9 km’s or an easy 15 min taxi ride from Nelson Airport We’ll show you how everything works and have your off on your amazing holiday in no time at all. We’ve had many fun adventures in Escape HQ, and know you will create amazing unforgettable memories too.

The important stuff

  • Minimum hirer age is 25 years
  • Valid full licence required to drive
  • Sleeps 2 inside the van
  • Van has manual transmission
  • Van has 2 seat belts
  • Van is 5.49 m (18 feet) long and 2.7 m (8.9 feet) high
  • 7 day minimum hire
  • Pick up your van from Nelson
  • Pets are not allowed
  • Off road is not allowed

About the campervan

Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Year
2007
Length
18.00 ft
Height
2.70 m
Berths
2 internal
Seatbelts
2
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel consumption
9.90 L/100km

Amenities

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

Linen

  • Linen included

Safety Information

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

Location

Kathy and Trevor's Campervan is located in Nelson.

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


Availability

December 2025 to January 2026

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Additional information

Van comes with: Linen for 2 single beds or 1 king, towels, pots, plates, cups, cutlery, small inverter for charging laptops only, USB charging ports while driving or stationary in the van, gas heating, plenty of solar on the roof, toaster and fan heater for 240 volt use only (when plugged into power), coffee plunger, hot water bottles and security safe (fits computers)


Hiring rules

  • *Minimum 7 day hire – Nelson to Christchurch region
  • *Minimum 14 day hire – Entire South Island
  • Named drivers only (minimum age 25 yrs)
  • For use on sealed roads and up to 10 km gravel. We are open to negotiating a little longer gravel road distance if needed.
  • This van is smoke, vape and drug free
  • This van is pet free
  • Please do not use the sun awning on windy days or leave it unattended
  • Maximum 2 people
  • Vehicle to be returned cleaned (includes cleaning and emptying the toilet and waste water) otherwise cleaning fee charged
  • Campervan is supplied with a full tank of Diesel. Please return with a full tank
  • Camper supplied with a full LPG bottle of gas. Please return full
  • RUCs are charged via Camplify app post hire checklist and calculated at 0.09c per km additional charge to Daily rate.
  • Hirer must be 25 years of age or older.

Pricing

Hire Fee
From $125.00 per day
Service fee
$40.00
Delivery fee
$6.00 per km

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.

Photos


2 reviews

5.0
  • Alison
    5.0

    Escape HQ was a fantastic van. It was spacious enough for 2 people but small enough that parking was never an issue. The van had everything we needed for an amazing 4 week trip around South Island. It coped admirably with the numerous mountain passes and winding roads we had to drive over. Kathy and Trevor were great owners - friendly, welcoming and helpful. We would hire this van again and have recommended it to our family.

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    Tiffany
    5.0

    Thanks for a great holiday experience! Both the travel and the hiring was so easy! Kathy & Trevor were great communicators and were always so accommodating. We highly recommend the van and the owners for a stress free holiday in NZ.


About the owner

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Owned by Kathy and TrevorMember since January 2024
2 reviews
We love freedom and adventure - going off hiking, biking or kayaking and then returning to 'Escape HQ' for a nice cuppa and all the comforts of home! We like keeping things in good condition, organised and uncluttered, so you will find plenty of notes on how to run 'Escape HQ' easily. The top of the south island is an absolute gem and we are so grateful to live here. You will find endless things to do whether it be the great outdoors, arts, cuisine or history and more.