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About Karyn Veneklasen

Muse & Co. Outdoors was started in March, 2020 when our 16-year old architectural design and build company was shut down overnight by Covid-19. We knew we had to keep our incredible team of designers and craftspeople employed, or risk losing them. So we hunkered down to remotely design and build our prototype Sprinter van conversion using our print department's delivery van. Fast forward three months, and my husband and I took off for a month's trip up the West Coast. Everywhere we went someone wanted to buy our van - or one just like it, and voila, our new business was born! We offer two van conversion configurations: a two-passenger and a five-passenger, both build on the proven Mercedes Benz Sprinter platform. Our team of designers and craftspeople, the talent behind breathtaking immersive spaces at Google, Facebook and beyond, are bring intuitive design and flawless functionality to the Sprinter van experience. All of our vans are built using sustainable and healthy materials that are better for the environment and good for you, because that's the right thing to do. We’ve spent countless hours considering the materials, components, and layouts of our models. The result? A high-quality camper van that functions flawlessly and feels like home—all you have to decide is where you’ll take it. Muse & Co. was founded in 2005 in Oakland, CA. Our eclectic team of designers, artists, shop specialists, and others come from varied educational and professional backgrounds—with roots in everything from custom home building to film set design. We've curated breathtaking immersive spaces in some of the most notable commercial buildings in California—including the headquarters of Facebook, Google, Visa, and more. The mission of Muse & Co. Outdoors is simple: To offer camper vans that bring your outdoor adventures within reach through flawless functionality and intuitive design. We hope you love our van as much as we do.

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Memories made on trips with Karyn Veneklasen's RVs


Natala M.

5September 2024

We had an absolutely lovely trip thanks to the thoughtfulness of the design of the van. So many little features that made it easy to use and wonderful to explore the sierras with. Heating kept us warm, drive was easy and the garage storage made bringing the paddle board easy! Thank you for being lovely hosts!

5 Photos submitted by Natala M.

Jamie N.

5September 2024

Great van, owners couldn’t have been nicer. Easy to communicate with, easy to drive, super comfy.

Travis W.

5August 2024

Campbell D.

5August 2024

Thanks for an amazing trip. The Van was a pleasure to drive and had everything we needed.

4 Photos submitted by Campbell D.

Amanda P.

4July 2024

Most everything was good. Had an issue with a severe ant infestation coming from the motor/air vents that we had to take care of right away after picking up the van, so didn’t use the kitchen at all. Other than that, the trip was good. Only other complaint is that the tires make very loud road noise when driving on the freeways.

Victor M.

5July 2024

This van is a beautiful work of art. There are so many nice details that it’ll make want to rent it again. It drives great and you couldn’t ask for a better host.

Peter D.

5June 2024

Brian K.

5June 2024

Very great hosts! Awesome Sprinter! Had a great time

Paul S.

5June 2024

This was my first time camping in a very long time and my first time in a sprinter van. I was a bit nervous but Karyn and Noah answered every question I had, provided very detailed information about the van and made the pick- up and return of the van easy and seamless. They are gracious hosts and clearly invested in the care of their van(s) and making sure you have a great trip. I highly recommend them. Their vans are very comfortable and with all the amenities needed for a great experience.

21 Photos submitted by Paul S.

Sohrob N.

5June 2024

Great experience with no issues. Would definitely book again!

Abby P.

5April 2024

Klaus K.

5April 2024

Renting a converted sprinter van has been on my list for a while. Really glad I was able to do it through Karyn - the pickup was excellent, walking me through all the details. The van also comes with an extensive custom-created manual that answers essentially every question a "sprinter newbie" like me could have. After getting used to how it handles and drives, the experience taking the vehicle up north to the Mendocino area has been nothing but amazing.

Jan P.

4April 2024

Best trip - best RV!

1 Photo submitted by Jan Philipp M.

Alexandra K.

5April 2024

amazing experience! camper is fully stocked to make novice camping easy. our first time camping with 2 young kids and i wouldn't do it any other way. we loved it.

Gregory H.

5March 2024

Karyn's Sprinter was the perfect vehicle for our trip to Death Valley. It was a pleasure to drive with it's upgraded suspension. Once at camp, whether with facilities or not, the van provided all we needed. It's robust electrical system kept a fridge and cooler running the whole trip.
It was nice knowing that Karyn's company Muse Outdoors had built out the van and was available to assist with technical issues or questions. All and all a great adventure for a first timer to Death Valley.

Scott S.

5March 2024

This Muse & Co. Sprinter is well designed, solidly built, & performed great. Working with my host Karyn, was smooth sailing. The overall experience was excellent and allowed me to maximize my focus on the enjoyment of my journey.