Caravan Layout?

[Stu2]

Hi, I'm new here so please don't bite.

We have an unusual want (I guess) for a new van, but can't find anything to match.

Firstly, my tow car is a Vectra 1.9 CDTI and whilst I'm used to towing a large trailer tent about, I want to stick loosely to the 85% rule for now so Max Load is about 1300kg.

Secondly, I have two boys(sometimes) so I need either a 4 or 5 berth. We need the ability to be able to screen off our bedroom from the kids.

Finally, we want the bathroom OUT of the bedroom.

I have sort of narrowed down a lot of the Bailey range (simply because they do screens that a lot of manufacturers seem to ignore privacy) but have the following issues:

Bailey Ranger 460/4: Plus: Fixed Bed Negative: Bathroom in Bedroom

Bailey Pageant Bordeaux: As above

Bailey Pageant Provence: Plus: Ticks all boxes Negative: Too heavy

Probably the best I've found is Ranger 500/5, but I'm concerned that the rear bed may be too small (when we need to use it)

Anyone know any other companies that make light(ish) 'vans with privacy screens?

 

[CRUSADER2801]

Stu - Elddis Avante or Odyssey 505 or the equivalant Compass Corona or Omega should provide the layout your are looking for May be worth a look if you are considera used model, our 2002 model had an MTPLM of 1250kgs however newer models i thing would be took would be too heavy at around 1350kg.

www.explorer-group.co.uk

Our previous van was a delaer special edition based on the Avante 505 - the rear dinette could be used as a fixed bed or additional seating area and we ofer had 4 adults on board. In such instances we closed over the doors for privacy.

 

[Stu2]

Good shout. Many thanks.

I'm still undecided about whether or not to buy new or secondhand anyways so this gives me more options.