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We finally did it! We've been trying to get this van tour done for a while now. We answer a lot of the questions we've been getting on Instragram...
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We took a 15 passenger van and converted it to a functional living space complete with a kitchen, dinette that turns into a bed, a rooftop tent, and more! We also answer questions you might have about van life, van conversions, and why we chose this route over an RV.

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@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
We know this video is a little long so if you want to jump to a section... Intro 0:00 Rooftop Tent 3:20 Potty 6:36 Bed 7:44 Dinette 9:49 Kitchen 11:24 Cabinets 14:33 Cab & Additional Info 15:52
@espericuetafamilyvlogs4031
@espericuetafamilyvlogs4031 3 года назад
Hi @vardagen we’re do you guys wash clothes?
@kellychristopherson1410
@kellychristopherson1410 3 года назад
What is the brand of your car tent? Thx
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
@@espericuetafamilyvlogs4031 friends houses that we visit or laundromats!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
@@kellychristopherson1410 we bought it factory direct but that ended up being a pretty crazy process. Check out Tepui for something similar.
@ryanhascode2206
@ryanhascode2206 3 года назад
What baskets are those under the seats? We have 4 kids and the same 4 seater bench, and they never fight! :)
@ryanjack1899
@ryanjack1899 3 года назад
I love how natural you guys are. Mostly, people just give a tour. Maybe, some technical stuff. But, I love how your family is just so happy to be together. And, you let that show. From letting your kids be a part of the production on their terms, to how you and your wife are so playful. I hope you never lose that. Great video and I hope there are more to follow.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Hey Ryan! Thanks so much!
@alishacurrie2174
@alishacurrie2174 3 года назад
Came here to see how you can van life with kids. Stayed for the Dad jokes
@adamtimander9963
@adamtimander9963 3 года назад
Same
@athenaferguson910
@athenaferguson910 3 года назад
💯
@mamadoom9724
@mamadoom9724 2 года назад
That tent bedroom looks like so much fun for kids. I would’ve loved to be living this lifestyle when I was growing up.
@ddilone339
@ddilone339 3 года назад
Nice seeing a family doing van life. I feel like all I’ve been seeing are vegan 20 somethings. Love your sense of humor too. Can’t wait for more videos.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Haha, Yeah, we are a bit of an anomaly, but it’s been fun discovering that it works well for a larger family. Thanks for watching!!
@venturacogrown6140
@venturacogrown6140 Год назад
living in a van with 6 kids??
@DS-tj2jc
@DS-tj2jc 2 года назад
The obviousness of how he describes the kitchen is funny. And the sheet, I almost spit out my yogurt. I imagine this whole tour in Bill Murray's voice. This guy is hysterical!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
😂😂 glad you enjoyed it!
@amyschronce3833
@amyschronce3833 2 месяца назад
"that steering wheel is very important" 😂 Great video
@lissaharre
@lissaharre 8 месяцев назад
I have 4 kids who are a little younger than yours. I keep trying to convince my husband that he would love van life. He’s not convinced yet. Maybe I’ll tell him he can make all the dad jokes he wants. 😂
@NikkiKNuvo
@NikkiKNuvo Месяц назад
As you offer up the unlimited Dad joke pass, present him with a portable grill. Gotta go big! lol
@leslovesliberty1776
@leslovesliberty1776 Год назад
"Road-schooling", love it!! Even better than homeschooling! 💯👍😊
@ksfwfc2899
@ksfwfc2899 3 года назад
Nice couple and not annoying. Kids seem independent and loved the screen time they had.
@FreedomNetwork99
@FreedomNetwork99 2 года назад
So nice to see a family making it work. Good for you. Glad you able to home school your children. What an experience you are giving them. Keep going. Thanks for sharing.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
Thanks Sandi!
@valtracy17
@valtracy17 3 года назад
Do you ever feel uncomfortable with your children sleeping alone on top of the van and you inside? Idk I think I'd be a bit antsy about that one. But great use of the van for that many people.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Thanks, Valorie! We never felt uncomfortable with our kids being in the tent, especially with us being so close. We did have spaces for them to all sleep inside though if there was a storm, or some areas warned of bears/wild animals. Wish we would have shown the inside configured for all 6 of us sleeping inside! We were pretty cozy. 😆
@kellygold2815
@kellygold2815 2 года назад
My thoughts exactly. I wouldn't be able to let my children sleep separate from me. there was an incident decades ago in which a child was kidnapped literally from the tent while her parents slept separate from her in an RV.
@valtracy17
@valtracy17 2 года назад
@@kellygold2815 I remember that. So sad
@kellygold2815
@kellygold2815 2 года назад
@@valtracy17 maybe have one parent in the tent with the children and one in the rv at night when sleeping.
@mommabear2many
@mommabear2many 2 года назад
Kinda silly thought but most people sleep in a different room than there children. In those rooms there is windows. What's the difference? I've never seen that idea before but what a cool idea!
@chelsereese3490
@chelsereese3490 3 года назад
The fitted sheet fold👌😂😂 So great, you guys! Thanks for the tour!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Ha! Thanks for watching, Chelse!
@ladymandella9
@ladymandella9 2 года назад
I really like threw tent on top... I plan to make bed space for all of us however when living in such small quarters this would be a really nice "get away". I also like the toothbrush Holder with cover.
@RoamingInTheWild
@RoamingInTheWild 2 года назад
I am so happy I came across your channel! I’ve always wanted to live a van but with 3 kids I also homeschool, I have been putting it off. You have given life to my dream again! Thank you!!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
Oh, so glad to hear that!! Definitely a fun family adventure!
@PsycInColour
@PsycInColour 7 месяцев назад
How did it go?
@g.r.2985
@g.r.2985 3 года назад
Jared: “We’re just about to show them the toilet part, if you can wait you can show ‘em” ...gotta say, was worried where that was going..😏
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
😂😂
@Digitalnomad8
@Digitalnomad8 2 года назад
Love how the family works together and the kids are learning the most Valuable lesson “survival”. Cheers and keep sharing those videos. Great 👍 times
@dawnsmith4275
@dawnsmith4275 2 года назад
You're funny!! I love that you're doing this with your kids, they'll do and see things that other kids won't even dream of.
@katierozeboom8756
@katierozeboom8756 3 года назад
I love your van! You all are so creative and you used your space so well. I love the roof top tent! Thanks for the video!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Hey thanks so much! We're so happy with how it turned out!
@BenLandersMedia
@BenLandersMedia 3 месяца назад
Great setup! We've got 4 kiddos as well, so it's nice to see how it's possible to van camp with a big fam - thanks guys!
@CreatingContent-ment
@CreatingContent-ment 3 года назад
You guys are fun to watch! Your kids are adorable, and you’re both great on camera. Thanks for sharing your adventure!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Hey thanks so much! Really appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment!
@filamstagram
@filamstagram 3 года назад
Laughing so hard every few seconds...from sour cream toothpaste and the very important steering wheel! Love your storytelling style so much, it's kinda sad when the video ended. Still building our van and our daughter needs to start homeschooling soon so we are getting lots of inspiration from videos like yours. Sending love from the Philippines!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Hey!! Thanks so much! Yeah, we had a lot of fun making this vid! Excited for you guys… all the work and time put into your van build will definitely be worth it! Enjoy your adventure!
@ROADNOISEMEDIA
@ROADNOISEMEDIA 2 года назад
Love this build, love the bottom bed how it turns into a dinette, also the dad jokes are on point!
@Brytol4
@Brytol4 2 года назад
You guys are awesome ! Love the setup and ultimately the humour and banter 👌
@asta9386
@asta9386 3 года назад
Love everything about this video and how tailored it is and family friendly.💖
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Hey thanks! We definitely put a lot of thought into the design and it ended up being worth the effort!
@jamessherman7570
@jamessherman7570 3 года назад
Its really great to homeschool and see others states... great for the family to share experiences.. it's kinda to bad that more people dont try this.. I'm just solo in E350 but it's nice for you to get out while the things in 2020 is going on.. cool setup.. enjoy your travels and take care ✌
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Hey James! Thanks for watching. Did you do your own build and have you posted it anywhere? Def a lot of fun and we're surprised more people don't try it too!
@opinionatedartist
@opinionatedartist 3 года назад
Well done! And amazing how you can travel with 4 kids and make it look so easy.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Thanks so much! Yeah, it’s worked really well for our family! So thankful.
@vivianpadilla7025
@vivianpadilla7025 2 года назад
This was a great video I love how you guys are spending time together working together. I love how the boys helps with the tent. This give me something to think about While I’m doing my research. We are planning a van life not full time but when ever we want to leave and go travel. We are HC parents this is idea. You guys make the set up seems so easy and affordable. Thank you for sharing 🙏
@jenrivard133
@jenrivard133 3 года назад
I love this! I wish I had the time and resources to do this with my kids. I enjoyed your video.
@LoraSuggs
@LoraSuggs Год назад
Dude, you guys are hilarious! Laughed so many times! Love it!
@lisaswinson2102
@lisaswinson2102 3 года назад
Wow. Amazing. Six people and you guys still have space and your van is clean. Safe travels.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Thanks, Lisa. It’s not always this clean. 😂 But we definitely feel like we have plenty of space! Thanks for watching!!
@BookItTravel
@BookItTravel 2 года назад
Nice!!! We are doing it with family of four. Love the video and the tour. Good luck on the road!
@ojb4669
@ojb4669 3 года назад
Very inspiring! We are planning to take the plunge, sell our house buy a van and hit the road! You have a great set up and an incredible vehicle! Everything is so well thought out and organized. You will probably hear form us when we start this project :) Thanks for the great video!
@maggiemeyer3775
@maggiemeyer3775 3 года назад
This is so cool! To live in a van is definitely a dream of mine and your roof tent is so cool!!!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Thanks Maggie! Hope you can get one someday!
@amyschronce3833
@amyschronce3833 2 месяца назад
Thanks for making me chuckle 😆 What a lovely family
@davidcamacho444
@davidcamacho444 6 месяцев назад
amazing adventure and a beautiful family! thank you for sharing!!
@canadiankjm
@canadiankjm 3 года назад
You guys! This is so awesome! I’d be really interested to see a cost breakdown ! I love how much fun you have with your family! ❤️
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Hey thanks... we'll try to put this together if we can find time!
@michellegaeb2291
@michellegaeb2291 2 года назад
🤣 🙃 the fitted sheet technique was PRICELESS!
@melindamarie6139
@melindamarie6139 3 года назад
Best van tour ever!!! Sense of humor is everything!!!! ✌&❤
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Thanks! ❤️
@rabbitila7685
@rabbitila7685 2 года назад
Best van remodel video ever.
@FamilyFreedom
@FamilyFreedom 2 года назад
Lovely video and lovely family! Really inspiring 👍
@ericarobinson1236
@ericarobinson1236 3 года назад
Incredible! You guys are funny, clever and brave!!!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Haha thanks!
@loyceelizabeth6187
@loyceelizabeth6187 2 года назад
I love this Family this Nana is praying ALL blessings to you and the babies
@tray99847
@tray99847 3 года назад
To be a kid living these adventures 😍
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Right?!
@cdaprice3416
@cdaprice3416 3 года назад
Y’all are awesome!! Love the sleeping set up
@jackiewynn4455
@jackiewynn4455 2 года назад
Just found Y’all and laughed all the way through. Love!!!!
@IAmJakeDamon
@IAmJakeDamon Год назад
Incredible family! You all are awesome!
@IExpectedBSJustNotThisMuchBS
@IExpectedBSJustNotThisMuchBS 2 года назад
I've seen the rooftop tent but not a van. What a great way to travel with kids.
@lilreddy37
@lilreddy37 2 года назад
You took me out when you said make folding fitted sheets so hard I really thought you were about to show how but when you did that wrap I screamed out laughing.
@passwordisCONGO
@passwordisCONGO 3 года назад
Hey kindergarten friend! Miss you and fam! Love ya guys, Bru
@jaredingold
@jaredingold 3 года назад
Dude! Miss you too!
@halifaxhiker
@halifaxhiker 2 года назад
OMG the TV as cupboard door (that’s at a good viewing height when open) is pure genius
@MissEmmyluv
@MissEmmyluv 3 года назад
Very cool love the rooftop tent
@katzsparkly8324
@katzsparkly8324 3 года назад
You guys had me roaring - how fun!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Haha! Thanks for watching!
@Purpleroses
@Purpleroses 2 года назад
Love This Van. Love The Top Camp For The Kids As Long The Ladder Is Up. Kids Love It. WOW. NEVER Seen This Before. Also, For Tree Animals, IF Parked Near Trees, I Feel A Strong Metal Foldable Rack To Cover The Top As Extra Protection For The Boys. Wow. Moms Lollll. Kids Must Be Protected. Proud Of You Dad That You Do All To Protect And Take Care Of Your Family. Bless You And Family.
@konsueloramirez
@konsueloramirez 2 года назад
That guy's humor was gold😄😂😂
@inggrisbisnis2911
@inggrisbisnis2911 2 года назад
OMG I love this family. Love from Indonesia guys 🥰
@tonyatownsend4900
@tonyatownsend4900 2 года назад
This is awesome!
@bonnienklyde918
@bonnienklyde918 3 года назад
Awesome van. Great family. Thank you for sharing. God bless
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Thanks so much, Bonnie! It’s definitely been a fun adventure!
@DreamingOutloudRVing
@DreamingOutloudRVing 3 года назад
Love your van! We have a Promaster ourselves. Great video. Paul & Magen
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
That’s awesome! Thanks for watching
@kellychristopherson1410
@kellychristopherson1410 3 года назад
What type of roof tent is that and where did you purchase it?I like it. Thanks
@lifeisstillrad9296
@lifeisstillrad9296 2 года назад
You guys are adorable, stoked to find you all! We are starting our van build soon, we are going to snag an iKamper for the top! Hahahah
@stephaniet1796
@stephaniet1796 3 года назад
You guys are great!! Thanks for the video and tip on how to fold a fitted sheet.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Haha!! No prob! 😂
@sueforsue1435
@sueforsue1435 3 года назад
Hi , I found this video by accident! This is amazing. I also have a camper van like yours being conversion in China. Thanks for the video, it gave me a lot of inspiration!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
That's awesome... you're going to love it!
@mommabear2many
@mommabear2many 2 года назад
What a great van!
@Inskiie
@Inskiie 3 года назад
Loved your van tour beautiful family too ❤️
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Aww thanks!
@speaktruth7791
@speaktruth7791 2 года назад
Love the outhouse idea.
@melinarodezno2501
@melinarodezno2501 2 года назад
This is a really great video. I have been trying to educate myself on living in a van and if it will be a good idea for our family. As of can we do it.. We also homeschool our children and I just want to be able to be more free to just get up and go. Not be stuck with some house chores and yard work everyday. We are getting ready to rent out our house this year and make that big move. Either buy a van already equipped or just do it ourselves. Watching families like yours gives us the courage and motivation to do it. Thank you both for sharing God bless.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
That’s so exciting! You will love it and have lifetime memories from it.
@999mrkhaled
@999mrkhaled 3 года назад
What a van thanks a lot for sharing enjoy ur trips
@TheKingdomsGlory
@TheKingdomsGlory 2 года назад
So awesome! Thank you for sharing!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
Thanks for watching!
@funpao
@funpao 3 года назад
Wow super.. mi familia es como la suya 3 niños y 1 niña y estaba pensado como tener un camper pequeño para los 6 y si idea es la mejor que he visto hasta ahora... solo que yo pondría a los niños a dormir en el camión y nosotros arriba en la tienda!
@David-mo4ve
@David-mo4ve Год назад
Love to see more info on the solar mounted above the roof top AC. We have the same exact Sprinter with rooftop AC and tackling the solar addition soon!
@megatrans9143
@megatrans9143 2 года назад
Beautiful family, God bless you guys! Happy thanksgiving, greetings from Ohio family
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
Thanks!!
@hollyvick181
@hollyvick181 5 месяцев назад
Lol. He folds his sheet like me!😂
@loyceelizabeth6187
@loyceelizabeth6187 2 года назад
the idea about the water storage and why go eith smaller holding fresh water amazing NEVER saw why smaller are better
@spoiled4evaami
@spoiled4evaami 3 года назад
Yall are funny as hell.!!!
@annalisadevries2170
@annalisadevries2170 2 года назад
We love your video! There are not many van builds with kids. I could not find a link or description of the rooftop tent you have. We need to purchase one soon.it’s so perfect for a family! Thank you!
@gypsybelle4757
@gypsybelle4757 2 года назад
That fitted sheet folding technique FTW!! 😂
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
It’s not easy, takes years of practice. 😆
@dr.lesliebaylis2739
@dr.lesliebaylis2739 3 года назад
Enjoyed the video! :) I would LOVE to see a video on daily organization. We just inherited a 1972 motorhome (not much bigger than a van 😆 and it is about to be our transitional home! Thinking about...laundry and towels and musical instruments... all the daily can't get rid of things. What do you guys do? :)
@dominicmartinez138
@dominicmartinez138 3 года назад
You guys are awesome.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
You’re making us blush over here
@teresawilliams3441
@teresawilliams3441 2 года назад
Hahahahaha the fitted sheet demo🤣🤣🤣
@bensimpson9175
@bensimpson9175 2 года назад
Amazing family, amazing life. Well done. Subbed!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
Thanks!!
@s.z.6200
@s.z.6200 3 года назад
His fitted sheet folding technique LOL
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Works every time!
@stephstephjourney
@stephstephjourney 2 года назад
That tent is amazing
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
Yeah def clutch when you have a lot of people on board
@MoniqueSinha
@MoniqueSinha 3 года назад
Great design.
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Thank you, Monique!
@24ZEN
@24ZEN 3 года назад
That tv is awesome!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Thanks!
@24ZEN
@24ZEN 3 года назад
@@Vardagen You're welcome!
@Ruthie888
@Ruthie888 3 года назад
Great job!
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
Thanks!
@breecoward2289
@breecoward2289 2 года назад
That dude is funny asf💀💀💀 He said “The old saying goes it had everything but a sink WELL THIS ONE DOES” 😂😂😂
@spoiled4evaami
@spoiled4evaami 3 года назад
I had to stop writing as the "SINK" part of the video came on and hubby was onna roll, tootsie roll.... . Loved it! 4 kids and the wifes still smokin. But what do you do when its cold? As for the toilet,... thats awesome. Anyone ever just lift it up while someones coppin a squat? Ahhh, gave hubby an idea! Lmbo. The counter top is bangin. So is your wife... bah-hahaha..... loved the vid tho. So through and entertaining at the same time!!! Keep on keepin on folks xx
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 3 года назад
😂 thanks! We’ve stayed away from cold weather but we do have a diesel heater in the van. Never had anyone lift up our tent but we’re usually away from other people and we honestly rarely use it other than emergencies. Thanks for following!
@LisaEverette
@LisaEverette 3 года назад
This just blew my mind...
@pillargrace1506
@pillargrace1506 3 года назад
Great video, thanks for sharing Allow me to recommend 2 suggestions, not because your rig is not good but because you can make it better 1. Remove the rear cupboard and add a king size bed that can moved up by motors. This will allow your kids to sleep inside and you can use the roof for solar 2. The rear seat can be adjusted to fold up for easy acceds and also you can convet it to an extra bed. 3. If you minimize your bed size you can add a bathroom space with slide door that csn flexible to extend outside, this way you don't need to go outside every time to use toilet
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
Appreciate the thoughts. We do have solar on our roof. Also, not crazy about the motorized beds after considering them. We do have an arrangement for all sleeping inside if there is a storm. We’ll have to show that at some point.
@JAYC.
@JAYC. 2 года назад
To funny! Nice job
@7sicklerstrekkingtribe945
@7sicklerstrekkingtribe945 2 года назад
We have been homeschooling for 7 years and hit the road this year. I'm so sad now that I couldn't think of a way to make it work in a van. Holy cow. This is awesome. It would have been so much better to be in a van instead of pulling out travel trailer with our 12 seater Nissan NV. We have 5 kids.
@IsChosen33
@IsChosen33 3 года назад
I’m serious I dream of this with my family... if only my husband will agree though New subscriber 💙💕💙
@HelloSherry37
@HelloSherry37 2 года назад
This was so cool ❤️ the 🚐
@Vardagen
@Vardagen 2 года назад
Thanks!
@sewing-Susan
@sewing-Susan 2 года назад
I think someone big enough to steal your kids climbing on top of your van would wake one of the parents up. It is not at all like the parents being in a separate RV and a knife cutting a tent on the ground level which wouldn’t shake the foundation of your tent at all as in the Yates case. IMO, it’s pretty ingenious, gives the boys some autonomy, without danger.
@NR-gp2il
@NR-gp2il 2 года назад
This is not autonomy
@bethaminov9481
@bethaminov9481 2 года назад
Love it! What do you do when it is raining - both during the day but also at night with the tent? Thundering and lightening/windy?
@suzannereese987
@suzannereese987 3 года назад
You guys are so lucky
@elainefuehrer5739
@elainefuehrer5739 Год назад
awesome
@michellestratford9753
@michellestratford9753 2 года назад
I watch a ton of these and yours is great! Lovely family and great van 🥰🚙🇨🇦. Editing to ask, where do you sleep the other 2 kids? Lol
@HelloSherry37
@HelloSherry37 2 года назад
Lucky kids born to Cool fun parents!!!
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