Camper vans are practical for those who want to avoid the time spent setting up a tent
or a caravan just to bed down for the night.
Throw in the ability to cook dinner safe from the elements and being able to take care of
things inside when Mother Nature calls, and you can see why they're an almost perfect
option.
I'm Reacher.
With that in mind, we're bringing you ten custom-built camper vans you can take wherever
Number Ten
The unusual feature of a slide-out in a medium-size camper van makes this Rebel van uniquely cool.
The 19 1/2-foot camper sits on a Mercedes Sprinter high-roof chassis with a 4x4 option.
Starting at the front, two captain's chairs rotate to face a small table.
Behind this is a kitchen having a three burner range and oven next to a sink.
Across the aisle, a bathroom pod with a cassette toilet and sink slides out to give lounge
guests more room.
Looking towards the rear of the Rebel, finds a removable table with benches on each side.
This area converts to a sleeper offering either a king bed or two twin beds.
Number Nine
Touting the new tech advances and designs available today, German based Vantourer Company
claims 40 percent more rear storage for large items in their 540D.
The side door opens to a lounge area with an extendable table and seating for four people.
Behind this is a fully enclosed wetbath with an option to extend the space into the main
floor area.
Across from this is a compact galley featuring a two-burner cooktop, a covered sink, and
a fridge/freezer under the counter.
At the rear is a transverse bed that raises and lowers electrically, providing extra storage
underneath.
An optional pop-top adds more headroom and extra sleeping space for two if needed.
Number Eight
A UK couple designed this one-of-a-kind van conversion based on a 2013 Citroen Relay and
outfitted it as a rustic cabin finished in real wood with muted tones of blue, tan, and
orange.
Outside, the white van has mountain decals on the sides and a modern touch of a 250-watt
solar panel on the roof.
The front cab has two chairs which swivel, and a table can sit between them for dining.
Step inside from the side entrance and you face a barn door concealing the van's bathroom.
To the right is a clever fold-down prep table mounted on the wall.
Next to this is the kitchen with a two-burner cooktop, a sink, and a lower fridge.
At the rear, there is a spacious east to west sleeper facing an amazing hand carved world
map on the wall.
Number Seven
The Robeta company is packing a lot of cool features in a camper van less than 20 feet
long, making the Helios a best seller for the Slovenian company.
The van, has all the essentials, plus some luxury touches offering room to carry up to
four passengers.
The side entrance opens to reveal a smartly styled interior having a dinette table, swivel
captains chairs, and a double seat facing forward.
Behind this is a wetbath having a sink and a cassette toilet.
Across from this is a galley having a two-burner cooktop and sink.
Large storage drawers are underneath, and roomy cabinets are mounted above.
Below and next to the sink is a small fridge/freezer.
Rounding out the features, is an almost queen size bed at the back with adjustable supports
that lift for under-bed storage.
Number Six
Packing a smartly designed interior into less than 17 feet is no problem for German based
Pössl Mobile.
And the Summit 540 is ready for the road with many features experienced campers appreciate.
A tastefully trimmed interior has rosewood decor cabinetry with brown and tan finished
seats while skylights augment indirect LED lighting.
At the front, the two cab chairs swivel to a small table opposite a two-person bench
seat.
On the left is the galley with a two-burner cooktop, stainless steel sink, and a pull-out
counter extension as well as an under-the-counter fridge/freezer that opens from both sides.
A swivel wall toilet, sink, and convertible shower with a sliding door are across the
aisle behind the lounge.
To the rear, is an east to west queen bed with storage underneath.
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Number Five
Portland, Oregon's Outside Van Company built the Cloud Cap on a 2019 four wheel drive Mercedes
Sprinter.
The sliding door opens to reveal two rows of captain's chairs offering seating for four.
Facing back finds a driver's side galley having a sink, an induction cooktop, and a 130 liter
refrigerator below.
Up top is a microwave and latched pantry cabinets running the length of the van.
The battery compartment serves as a lower bed platform with moveable custom upholstered
cushioned panels.
Just above is a queen size panel bed with a hinged section that folds down and acts
as a backrest for the seating area.
Below the queen bed is a large garage area offering plenty of space for any outdoor gear.
There's also a hook-up for an external showerhead along with mesh bags on the back doors for
extra storage.
Number Four
Storyteller Overland of Alabama is producing this sleek 20-foot camper van based on the
Mercedes Sprinter.
The van is all season ready with its capable four-wheel drive, roof-mounted solar panels,
and a sizeable retractable awning.
As is typical in these camper vans, the front seats swivel to face the rear and serve as
part of the lounge area.
Behind this is a bench doubling as a hideaway that houses a shower space.
Across from this is a small kitchenette having a sink, a single induction cooker, and a mini-fridge
down below.
A drawbridge style bed spans the width of the van, having the ability to fold up out
of the way when not in use.
Extra sleeping room can be found using the dinette which converts to a bed.
Number Three
Germany's "Rocket Camper Company" has the silver and black Rocket One, billed as the
perfect minimalist family van.
The sliding door opens to the main lounge area with three removable seats on rails and
a pull-down table behind the cab seating.
A centrally located kitchen spans the width of the van offering a cooktop with a folding
cover that extends the counter area.
To the right of this is a sink, while down below is a two-way refrigerator.
Bathing is done externally using a shower nozzle that extends through a drop-down panel
behind the sink.
There's also a slide-out toilet hidden away down below.
Behind the kitchen, is the sleeping area having an adjustable full-size bed.
Underneath is storage for any extra gear if needed.
Along with this is a popup roof adding to the spacious feel.
Number Two
Boho Designs in Arizona built this custom van with distinctive red cedar walls, ceiling,
and cabinetry.
Sliding open the side door reveals a warm cozy interior lit up with LED strip lighting.
A butcher block kitchenette with a flip-up extension contains a stylish rectangle sink
and a two-burner cooktop.
A custom upholstered sofa is across the aisle with room for two people.
Next to the this is a refrigerator while underneath is a portable toilet.
A unique touch is the addition of a hideaway laundry chute.
The rear of the van houses a full-size east to west bed with hatch style cabinets above,
and abundant storage underneath, accessible from both the inside and outside.
Number One
If you don't agree, that this one has the coolest name of any on this list, then you
weren't around during an era when cartoons were at their awesomest.
Based out of Canada, Nomad Vanz is one of the many companies specializing in custom-built
van conversions.
The one seen here is a showcase model they've nicknamed Yabba Dabba Doo.
Opening the sliding door finds a front lounge area with a small, wall-mounted dinette table.
There's room to seat up to four people using the swiveling captain's chairs in the cabin.
A pull-out showerhead is located in the doorway underneath the mini-fridge.
Above this is the kitchen with a sink, a single induction burner, and a freezer mounted under
the cabinet.
The bed is a drawbridge style having a hinged panel that folds down in an east to west configuration.
When not in use, the panel is raised, and the cushions are stacked on the counter beside
it.
This four-season van was designed exclusively for those who like the outdoors as can be
seen by the space in the back big enough for two mountain bikes.
Added features include a water hose for spraying off outdoor gear, an air hose for bike maintenance,
and bags on the back doors for holding more gear.