“Brigitte the Glamavan” – Bespoke Vintage Abbey Caravan | Fully Restored | Design-Led Luxury
A rare opportunity to acquire a truly one-of-a-kind vintage Abbey caravan, professionally restored to an exceptional standard by the English Caravan Company and beautifully reimagined by By interior stylist, Jane Ashton.
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“Brigitte the Glamavan” is not simply a caravan — it is a design-led luxury retreat on wheels.
With over £14,000 invested in a professional refurbishment, every detail has been carefully considered to create a unique blend of vintage character and boutique comfort.
Featured in many blogs and a full editorial in Practical Caravan, Brigitte attracts attention wherever she goes — from countryside escapes to high-end festivals.
Fully restored inside and out to a high standard
Completely dry and damp-free
Fully road-ready with all electrics in working order
Lightweight and easy to tow manoeuvre
Beautifully appointed with:
Custom-made Duvalay mattress (exceptional comfort for two)
Made-to-measure awning creating a seamless indoor/outdoor space
Toilet & shower
Gas cooker
Fridge
Ambient lighting
Wardrobe and storage
Brigitte has travelled across the UK and to South of France, attending festivals and private escapes — always drawing admiration.
She is perfectly suited for:
Luxury camping and weekend retreats
Festival use with standout presence
Boutique glamping or Airbnb concepts
A unique lifestyle purchase for design-conscious buyers
Lovingly owned and enjoyed, this caravan is being offered for sale only due to a move to a motorhome. Having not been used for the past three years, she is now ready for a new custodian.and may need a small number of touch ups . She will come complete with gas bottles, water carry , toilet cassette everything you need to start enjoying her.
Please note although she has been cleaned and prepped you will need to add your own finishing touches, the furnishing items shown in the pictures are not included especially the vespa ! She has been stored undercover for the last three years .
The bespoke awning was specifically made for her and comes with full sides and front with windows. The awning has been professionally cleaned and stored dry . The mattress and cushions have also been stored in my house so are in perfect condition.
I will give a full handover to the buyer . Brigitte is classic caravan history
This is a vintage refurbished caravan
No original ownership documents or registration available
A full written receipt will be provided
Please do not come to view and find decoration problems she is more than 60 years old there are small items that may need attention and the cassette area needs small adjustment .
Brigitte is ready to go on tour lights all working new brake safety cable .
Needs a new gaiter on the front .
This is a genuinely unique, one-off build — there is nothing directly comparable on the market.
For the right buyer, Brigitte represents not just a purchase, but an experience.