Gin lovers are in for a treat this summer with the launch of Australia’s first ever dedicated ‘gin caravan’ and glamping getaway.
Mazzy the Van, a renovated 1979 Viscount Royal vintage caravan on the New South Wales south coast, has been transformed by The Botanist Gin to offer holidaymakers a luxury experience complete with a free $82 bottle and a cocktail station.
The van, which can be booked on Camplify from now until February 28, 2022 for $140 a night, is set up for guests at any camp site they choose within a 100km radius of Flinders, 86km south of the Sydney CBD.
Gin lovers are in for a treat this summer with the launch of Australia’s first ever dedicated ‘gin caravan’ and glamping getaway
Mazzy the Van , a renovated 1979 Viscount Royal vintage caravan on the New South Wales south coast, has been transformed by The Botanist Gin to offer holidaymakers a luxury experience complete with a free $82 bottle and a cocktail station
The van, which can be booked on Camplify from now until February 28, 2022 for $140 a night, is set up for guests at any camp site they choose within a 100km radius of Flinders, 86km south of the Sydney CBD
It comfortably sleeps a family of four with a double bed (pictured) and two bunk beds
The coastal-inspired van is kitted out with a complimentary 700mL bottle of gin, Fever Tree Indian Tonic Water, a Botanicus flavoured herbal Tea Tube, dried fruit garnishes and everything needed for creating gin cocktails.
Recipes include ‘The Passionist’, a cool cocktail reminiscent of the Aussie classic Passionfruit Pavlova and the Blush, a cocktail best served warm, combining gin, honey, Botanicus Herbal Tea and a cinnamon quill garnish.
Guests can also enjoy deck chairs, a beach cart with towels and an umbrella, kitchen and BBQ facilities and cold drinks from esky stacked with ice.
The coastal-inspired van is kitted out with a complimentary 700mL bottle of gin, Fever Tree Indian Tonic Water, a Botanicus flavoured herbal Tea Tube, dried fruit garnishes and everything needed for creating gin cocktails
The blue and white van fits a family of four with a queen size bed and double bunks, as well as all the essentials including a fridge, plates & cutlery, a BBQ and gas bottle, a coffee machine an awning with festoon lights and a bar cart
The blue and white van fits a family of four with a queen size bed and double bunks, as well as all the essentials including a fridge, plates and cutlery, a coffee machine an awning with festoon lights and a bar cart.
The van, Mazzy, is named after owner Kate Kerr’s mother, and has been a hit with campers since it first became available.
Reviews have flooded in on the Campify website, with many praising the chic decor and attention to detail.
The van, Mazzy, is named after owner Kate Kerr’s mother, and has been a hit with campers since it first became available
‘WOW! This was my first camping experience in a caravan and I was blown away, Mazzy you definitely didn’t disappoint and you are worth every one of the 5 stars review,’ a guest wrote
‘We had the most amazing weekend away. Mazzy was equipped with everything we possibly needed. Will be recommending Mazzy as a getaway to family and friends,’ one traveller wrote.
‘WOW! This was my first camping experience in a caravan and I was blown away, Mazzy you definitely didn’t disappoint and you are worth every one of the 5 stars review,’ another added.
Camping has been a go-to for thousands of Australians since the pandemic began, with Camplify recording a 91.7 per cent booking growth since 2019 and more than 65,000 Australians planning to spend Christmas in a caravan or motorhome this year.