Elddis Avanté 868 : Best Family Caravan Layout?

[@MariaM-ew6mr]

We have this caravan and it's completely brilliant. We've had caravans for years but this is the one we've said we will never need to change. Having bed for parents and bunks for kids is such a luxury! Love the fact kids can go to bed and we can close the door so they can sleep without us disturbing them. The walk through bathroom is brilliant as you can leave the sliding door open to bedroom so loads of space to get changed in private, important for our teenager. But you can still shut off as just a loo so doesn't matter if you're in front or back of the van it's still private. Lots of storage too with under the big bed. Could've done with an outside locker to under bunk bed, that's hard to get into and would have been useful if accessible from outside. We went for wrap around cushions at front rather than table, which is lovely. Only problem we had was what to do with the TV. So we put it on side of the fridge unit and it's perfect. Can't recommend this caravan enough! It actually feels like it's been designed by someone who caravans with a family!

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks for sharing your owner’s experience of this model. I must say I like it as I think a fixed bed makes it much simpler on a night. Enjoy your caravan trips when we can get back out 😊 Karina

[@niamhpritchard1746]

Hi when u said wrap around cushions what do u mean? Was this option when order

[@MariaM-ew6mr]

@@niamhpritchard1746 we ordered it when we bought the caravan but I'm sure you can buy after too. Instead of a table in front of the front window between the seats, we have an extra seat cushion and back, so it's a u shaped sofa instead. Hope that helps.

[@lindseyscott3011]

Any idea of what the weight rating is for the lower and upper bunkbed? I saw on one video that they are rated to 11st? Doesn’t seem a lot for growing teenage boys

[@HereWeTow]

@lindseyscott3011 Off the top of my head, I don’t have the figures but the bottom bunk often isn’t limited but the top one will be. If you ask Elddis they will give you the correct info but usually there is a warning sticker on the beds with a weight limit. A dealer may be able to give you the correct answer.

[@TheGothicMother]

Amazing review!!! Really concise and clear, it's a lovely van.

[@HereWeTow]

Thank you for watching 😊

[@johnsanders6057]

Just ordered one of these. Fell in love with the layout, as a family with 4 kids it’s fantastic. Been on the verge of buying a van for a few years, viewing one of these made us make the leap. The only concern I have is towing the beast as a first caravan 🤦‍♂️. Great vid, we’re hooked on the channel now. For us caravan noobs you’re content is great!

[@HereWeTow]

Congratulations on purchasing your new caravan! This layout is great! Dont worry about towing, just take it steady, stick to wider roads and swing wide 😊👍 I hope you’re out touring very soon, Karina

[@lostweekendscaravan]

Hi Guys. Love the Elddis Range of Vans. I always find them light and airy. Thanks Phil👍

[@HereWeTow]

Hi Phil..hope you’re all okay 👍

[@tinytravelsuk2369]

Family member bought one of these last year. Very nice van and a great family layout.

[@HereWeTow]

I like this layout too 😊 Karina

[@TM-ht6id]

Love this one Karina. Something a bit different and nice features. Hope you are well 😊

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks T M, we are safe and well...have a nice weekend 😊 Karina

[@caravanningwiththekents8340]

Great video and review. Definitely one of the best family caravans out there.

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@nottslad7261]

Great video, great family layout 👍

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@kevandrews6418]

Nice one guys ideal van for a family of six and not a bad price aswell good review there guys cheers for that .kev

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks Kev..have a nice weekend 😊Karina

[@tonks1968]

Great review guys. Elddis do have some fantastic and alternative layouts. You’re right, it is expensive for an entry level van but likewise, unusual to see a splashback in the kitchen, an electric hot plate and a window/bin on the entrance door on an entry level van.

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks for watching Tony, prices are certainly creeping up but this model has a good level of equipment as you say 😊 Karina

[@robertsmiff]

Another great review! Keep up the amazing work!

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks Rob, have a nice weekend 😊

[@caravaningp.l.423]

Piękny caravan 👌👌 Funkcjonalność w angielskiej przyczepie 🤝👏

[@lyndaleedam610]

Thank you for the video. Looks a lovely van. I'd have the big bed and Anthony could have the bunk 😅😴

[@HereWeTow]

😂He could make a den....

[@lyndaleedam610]

@@HereWeTow don't give him ideas 🤣 I'd get a peaceful sleep though

[@Tom-852]

Happy Christmas 🎄

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks Thomas 🎄

[@caravaningincarathevan467]

I am impressed also that price is quite high for a family. What are the vents outside above the fridge freezer vents for?? I unfortunately have a tall family and those bunks look too short for them. But the kitchen is very well thought out (finally!!) And again I love a middle washroom 🥰

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks for watching 😊 I believe those vents are for the microwave..the bunks are 6”3 in length and 1”11 in width. I like the kitchen too on this one. Stay safe 😊 Karina

[@CarrsCaravan]

For a family caravan I like that it has a good robust interior colour that should wear well, although that lack of USB's is concerning as this caravan is aimed at a young family with children that no doubt will have gadgets that will constantly need charging. I was also just saying when you mentioned about towels that the back wall was lacking and a wasted space and would be ideal for a towel rail. I think there's more they could do with this, but it's a good start.

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks Dan, yes it just needs a few added extras and it’s a good package for a family. 😊 Thanks for watching, Karina

[@craigjoyce5004]

The layout of this caravan is far better than Swift Sprite Quattro. The beds are better placed the wash room is easier to get to in the middle of the night for all bigger fridge. Okay so no usb points or towel rail I could easily sort them out with being okay at a bit of diy. It is the one my wife and I would buy if we had a family.

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks Craig, I like this layout too, surprised more manufacturers havent added it to their ranges. Karina 😊

[@andysroadtrips7770]

hi guys hope your keeping well. ive a question, why do they give the spec out in meters for length and feet for width how odd dont know if you agree. this is a niche market layout i think yes family of 5 or 6 but for a family of 3 or 4 far better layouts for main double bed. not keen on having the tv in the window on the front chest seems a bit dated like the 90,s. hope that door when left open all day covering fridge freezer vents dosent affect the efficiency of the applience working. great vid and filming skills stay safe have a good christmas xx

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks Andy, the measurements are available in feet and metres, I prefer to use metres for length as most site and ferry bookings work in metres. Width is usually in feet and inches as you say although in Europe they use metres and centimetres. I shouldn’t think the door will effect the vents, no much more than an awning on a hot day. The fridges are designed to work in hot EU countries so our UK summers should be okay 😊 I like a TV on a bracket or stand myself too. Thank you for watching and have a great weekend 👍 Karina

[@sparkyire1983]

Great review. Love the layout on this one, but I think an l shape lounge with room on the wall would have been better for the lounge. The Lunar 696 would be my next choice after this.

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks for watching, I think it is time manufacturers offered the ability to select a lounge layout as people like different types. 😊 Karina

[@cattay82]

Agree completely, an L shape lounge with the tv wall mounted on the near side would be much better. I have 2 young children who are both autistic so this bedroom is perfect for us, especially as they are flight risks. I’ve seen some dealer specials of this model which would add further improvements, external gas point, awning heater, usb sockets etc. If there was more flexibility re lounge set up I’d have probably ordered one already. I’ve been regularly seeking reviews of this model since it launched, this is definitely the best review video I’ve seen so far.

[@HereWeTow]

Thank you for watching Cat, when I next speak to someone at Elddis I will pass on your comments about the lounge. All the best for 2021 😊 Karina

[@cattay82]

@@HereWeTow Thanks Karina 😊 & many thanks to you both for the great review, love the channel!

[@HereWeTow]

Thank you Cat 😊

[@ASCOWAGSLTD]

Looks good, couldn't see an extraction fan for the kitchen area. would of been a good touch. No bacon/toast cooking in there.

[@robforrest12739]

If this was about in 2017 we might well have ended up with this over our 586!

[@HereWeTow]

I like this layout a I am not a huge dinette fan, but then again I am not a huge children fan either 😂 Karina

[@kippamip]

I wouldn't call this van entry level. Especially at the price. I understand the compass casita is exactly the same model. We have a pegasus 524 currently and we've been looking at this model since it came out. I think I'd prefer a wrap around sofa in the front rather than the draws but that's just personal taste. Most of the reviews I've seen said they enjoy it. It's a long old van at 8 meters, a full meter longer than our Peggy, so I wonder how it would fair in Devon and Cornwall being longer and wider? I think we will definitely end up getting one of these for the lay out though as it is the perfect family of 4 lay out, and it gives the flexibility for friends and family if they want to tag along and use the living area for a bed or the awning.

[@HereWeTow]

Thank you for watching.. if you do go for one then a dealer special is worth considering for the extra equipment. Have a lovely weekend 😊 Karina

[@rubberdc]

Do you prefer the cabinet situated at the front in between the sofas ? I have never really understood why this is so prevalent in UK caravans? the table pullout never seems to be enough and i would have thought that the drawers interfere with people sitting on the sofa right next to it .

[@HereWeTow]

Personally I am not bothered about a front chest, I prefer a wrap around sofa. The pull out table is good for putting drinks on though or having a snack. Having had a caravan with not front chest it wasn’t something we missed. Other people wouldn’t buy a caravan without one. Thanks for watching our review 😊 Karina

[@MariaM-ew6mr]

We bought the additional cushions that fit where the cabinet goes instead, it's so much better and gives much more space. Window ledge is fine to pop a drink on. Don't miss the cabinet at all. Cushions a bit pricey but they made the van so much better.

[@niamhpritchard1746]

Can u remove cabinet urself to add extra cushions? Many thanks advance I cud see how full wrap around sofa wu d work for us family of 6

[@HereWeTow]

You would be best speaking to a dealer to confirm if the chest is something you can swop in and out yourself for the cushion option or if it is a factory fit only. I wouldn’t want to give any incorrect information. 😊 Thank you for watching

[@niamhpritchard1746]

@@HereWeTow Many thanks will do.

[@HitchUpAndTow]

8 meters long and 8 foot wide, I'm getting confused, are we running in metric or imperial 😂👍 Thanks for the review. Stay safe and hope you have a Merry Christmas.👍Mark & Coral

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks Mark and Coral, hope you’re both okay 😊 Karina

[@siowat7911]

Don't like fixed beds. Where are the bigger dual dinette vans? I like to get the beds away, in the morning. I like to get the kids moving.

[@alarmactionukalarmactionuk893]

25k? That seems quite cheap, what year is this 'van please?

[@HereWeTow]

This vlog is from December 2020.. the current price will be on the Elddis website. Thank you for watching

[@timalexander2184]

Can't understand why they got rid of the side dinette area, its such a "busy, must have area for us"

[@HereWeTow]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@keithdeley7236]

Windows in a caravan never, lounge space, kitchen, space, more space,even more space,a shower head in a shower thats handy, more space,

[@HereWeTow]

Glad you paid attention to it all Keith, thanks for watching 😊👍