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Subject Topic: Is there a 4 berth with fixed bunk? Post Reply Post New Topic
Personstevewils
31/8/2007 at 8:58am
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We are thinking of switching from tent to caravan. Our only requirement is a fixed bunk for the kids (and obviously the main seating area converting to a double bed). All of the vans we have seen so far with fixed bunk beds have been 6 berth, which makes them very long and a bit of a squeeze onto our driveway, as they are 23ft+

Is there a 4 berth caravan (and therefore shorter), with fixed bunk beds? or maybe just a caravan with fixed bunk beds that is shorter than 23ft?

Thanks in advance.

Steve.

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Personvanner.
31/8/2007 at 10:34am
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We have an Adria with fixed bunks which is 5berth and a lot less than 23ft.

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Personstevewils
31/8/2007 at 11:46am
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The Altea 502 is only 21'10", not bad.

Does the door being on the other side to UK vans pose a problem?

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PersonNICHALFORD
31/8/2007 at 1:54pm
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No it doesnt


Personvanner.
31/8/2007 at 4:40pm
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Doesnt really cause me any problems, you occasionally get pedantic site owners that quote mythical rules and regulations. Personally, i just think they like to be awkward. But the vast majority dont care, i usually mention it when i ring up though.

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Persontimtheenchanter
31/8/2007 at 7:58pm
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Id like to know an answer to this, my next van will probably be a 4 berth with a rear dinette that converts to bunks because we want rear bunks, but not enough room on the drive for much more than these.


Personstevewils
01/9/2007 at 8:51am
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Is the only one out there the Adria Altea 502?

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Personglen l
01/9/2007 at 3:54pm
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Hi the new Sterling Eccles Jade has fixed rear twin twin beds, it's sightly longer than you want though at 23' 7"

Jade Layout

Specifications

Show dimensions

 
Berths 4
Number of Axles 1
Internal Length (at bed box height) 18' 1''
Overall Width 7' 6''
Maximum Internal Headroom 6' 5''
Overall Height (inc. TV Aerial) 8' 10''
Overall Length 23' 7''
Mass in Running Order (inc. tolerance) 26.5cwt
Essential Habitation Equipment Payload 1.3cwt
Personal Effects Payload 2.6cwt
Optional Equipment Payload 0.1cwt
Maximum Technical Permissible Laden Mass 30.5cwt
Awning A/A Dimension ¹ 31' 10''
Tyre Size 205/65 R15 102

Bed Sizes

Length Width
Front Double * 7' 0" 4' 7''
Offside Single 6' 2'' 2' 6''
Nearside Single 6' 3'' 2' 6''

Notes

* Double bed sizes are quoted with wrap round seating

¹ Note on awning sizes: Due to the varying awning designs and sizes the awning sizes given are approximate only. Specific awning sizes must be confirmed by your dealer or the awning manufacturer prior to purchase.


Personmaisy-mai
02/9/2007 at 2:18pm
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burstner valento 540 tk see my images .

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Personlisa-marie
23/9/2007 at 9:31pm
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hiya

we got a cristall sprint 390g .... it;s a fantastic 4 berth caravan.   fixed bunks at one end (bottom one lifting up to create a "garage" space)  and dinette that converts to double bed.  Only 19 ft total length and very light van!  Had it 5 years and has been a lovely caravan.


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PersonAliHo
24/9/2007 at 6:16pm
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A few years ago, Sprite came back and introduced the Musketeer. This had fixed bunks and was a lovely van.  Haven't a clue what happened to that model, but still see the Major and Alpine range from the company around and about.  From my recollection of them, they were also quite light, really nice van it was.

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Persontimtheenchanter
24/9/2007 at 7:44pm
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Well, ive just bought a musketeer, not the fixeds bunk, but does have side rear bunks though, a strange layout, but we like it!


Personrichard615
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Look at a LUNAR Chateau 500


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24/9/2007 at 10:43pm
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I remember seeing that at last years GMEX show - Sprite Firebrand 474 with fixed bunks along the side of the caravan, we considered buying one but went for a 5 berth twin dinette instead.

http://www.caravandeals.co.uk/firebrand_spec.asp#474

http://www.caravandeals.co.uk/firebrand.asp

I'm not sure if they still make them anymore?

Good luck with your new purchase !!


Personstevewils
25/9/2007 at 11:54am
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In the end decided on a Sterling Europa 540.

We will just have to shoe horn it onto the drive!

Thanks for all the replies.

Steve.

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