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Solo Female Lives Full Time in MODERN DIY Van build that looks like mini Condo. 

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Sarah, a Solo Van dweller built out this amazing Cargo van into a tiny home with her Uncle who is a carpenter. She really wanted it to be a long term space and didn't want to compromise on the estic or functionality of the build if she could help it. The inside of the van looks like a modern apartment with nice countertops, cabinets, stainless steel sink and backsplash. The van is equipped with solar panels and a battery bank system that allows Sarah to be less reliant on facilities, which of course means more time outdoors and more time traveling. In this video Sarah tours us around her tiny home van build with all its unique features. And she also answers some tough questions like "Why did you get into Van life?" "What are your biggest challenges?" "Would you recommend it, and what would you have done differently?"
Through these questions we hope the audience can learn from this 24 year old living in a van down by the river, how to live a lifestyle that is more intune with your values of Freedom, Adventure, and community.
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@Differentmedia
@Differentmedia 2 года назад
Van Life Essential Supplies! Everything you need to build out a van amzn.to/3TwM1CN
@ElizabethEatsLowCarb
@ElizabethEatsLowCarb Год назад
where was the stove/oven boughten at cause i was soon going to start van dwelling
@marklennox2151
@marklennox2151 4 года назад
I give you the award for the most kitchen oriented interior design of any cargo van I've seen. You can probably prepare a Thanksgiving dinner ! Nice job.
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 3 года назад
Haha I'm not going to lie, the counter space and having the full burner/oven combo is SO nice
@valeriehunt4807
@valeriehunt4807 4 года назад
Hi Sarah My husband and I did the vanlife for a year and a half. You're right on with the misconceptions people have. A lot of people whom i worked with thought that we did it from a forced situation, when in actuality we did it to be adventurous. Our children are grown and its just us. I enjoyed it. My husband on the other hand had had enough and was ready to go back to "regular living". I was actually happy living in our conversion van. Happy vanlife to you
@mickenzietate7198
@mickenzietate7198 4 года назад
BEST stealth van build I’ve ever seen. Only thing missing is a toilet
@Ddarke11
@Ddarke11 5 лет назад
First oven I've seen in something like this. Very nice.
@simpleesuzie9369
@simpleesuzie9369 4 года назад
Be careful with that oven. I looked it up and it is meant for outdoor use only, so If you take this route, there's a lot of extra steps for ventilation and safety that needs to be done.
@AndeePandCompany
@AndeePandCompany 5 лет назад
Bucket bathroom is just fine plus a gym membership for showers! Awesome van!
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Haha I agree! Although usually I don't have to resort to the bucket (thankfully). Thank you Andee
@81redddd
@81redddd 4 года назад
Sarah K the van looks great 👍🏽 I was just curious if you had professionals do it or just people you know
@ducksinarowpatience3670
@ducksinarowpatience3670 4 года назад
@@81redddd she said she and her uncle did it.
@Pleaseopenyoureyes
@Pleaseopenyoureyes 3 года назад
Need to update because showers (gyms)are not available during Covid-19 pandemic.
@mixedchickULike
@mixedchickULike 3 года назад
@@Pleaseopenyoureyes Sponge bath
@marissabeatrice
@marissabeatrice 5 лет назад
This is literally the best van build I’ve seen! This exactly the set up I was thinking and want! Love it
@JERRYR708
@JERRYR708 4 года назад
Agreed
@sakandarali2
@sakandarali2 4 года назад
Yeah, so simple and easy to go with
@haleyoneil9172
@haleyoneil9172 4 года назад
This would be exactly what I would want if the good Lord ever sees fit for me to do so!!!!!
@audreygagnon9923
@audreygagnon9923 4 года назад
this is not 100% the build I want, but so close!!! I saved to watch later when i'll be building mine ;)
@prettyboy5944
@prettyboy5944 3 года назад
go ahead, don't hesitate
@tanyajoseph5650
@tanyajoseph5650 4 года назад
I'm a solo female who is looking to go on adventures. I really love the sound of the van life.
@emmab7658
@emmab7658 5 лет назад
That is a very nice van Sarah and you look very happy living in it. Thank you also to Different Media, just started to watch some of your mini documentaries and really like them.
@tammieparrishmiller3669
@tammieparrishmiller3669 5 лет назад
Really looks nice and comfy! She put a lot of thought into it. I will need a lot more room because of 4 pets and a husband, so we will be building out a Utility trailer. I'm married to a carpenter so it will be a nice build. We have to wait until we get close to retirement. Another 9 years. I don't want to wish time away, but I look forward to sizing down and traveling.
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
That sounds like an awesome project !! I wish I had a pup as a travelling companion sometimes :)
@thomas194907
@thomas194907 5 лет назад
a very nice, sincere young lady, good to see !!!
@Stephanie9959
@Stephanie9959 5 лет назад
She is in someone's parking lot. That is not good to see.
@thomas194907
@thomas194907 5 лет назад
@@Stephanie9959 she is in a park ...lots in b.c. during the day no problem and often overnight o.k. in some parks parking lots
@jackiecarle6871
@jackiecarle6871 5 лет назад
Stephanie Guilmenot, She’s just pulled up in lot with many other travelers, why can’t you just write a nice comment about her, seems to me, I detect a little jealousy, she’s one beautiful, smart young lady, what? wish you had her beauty and talents🤔🤔🤔🤔mmmm.
@ddev7376
@ddev7376 5 лет назад
@@thomas194907 she's at clover point. A park at the southern tip of Vancouver Island with gorgeous views of the strait and Washington state. Her home has better views than your cubicle likely does
@roccity5859
@roccity5859 4 года назад
How do you know she’s very nice & sincere? She seems selfish, she’s self proclaimed lazy - she doesn’t seem to bright either.
@peggychapman7835
@peggychapman7835 4 года назад
Young lady you are talented, intelligent,positive, loving spirit You have a gorgeous home your uncle and yourself did an incredible job Many blessings to you
@GodiscomingBhappy
@GodiscomingBhappy 4 года назад
"whatever i do in Life doesnt define Who i am" very wise words :-)
@bobloblaw2958
@bobloblaw2958 3 года назад
What a person does in their life is the absolute definition of who they are, are you serious?
@GodiscomingBhappy
@GodiscomingBhappy 3 года назад
@@bobloblaw2958 hmmm... interesting you feel that way. So people are nothing more than a job title ? The way I see it is we are spiritual beings having a human experience, endless energy. That was not my statement by the way, I agreed to it though, you seem to disagree and that is also ok. Have a good day.
@crowflight3988
@crowflight3988 3 года назад
This van looks "squared away." Considering the van's size I'm impressed....Smart, "mineral wool" doesn't collapse went wet like the pink fiberglass..."Solo Female Vandweller" makes it look easier than it is, but, being an adaptable intelligent designer is an obvious advantage. Bet the next structure she builds will be interesting.
@beckyspindler2153
@beckyspindler2153 3 года назад
Such wisdom from such a young person
@jm4672
@jm4672 4 года назад
This is the best floor plan that you can have everything is just right organized just right you did awesome I love the way you built Your Man it's perfect I hope you get many years of happiness and enjoy yourself the way you want to and don't let nobody tell you how to live you live you the way you want to you do you
@sammic974
@sammic974 4 года назад
I liked this one very much. Would strap that surf board to the wall above the pillows or hang it from the ceiling. That would remove the trip hazard underfoot and open up floor space.
@Autumn_Forest_
@Autumn_Forest_ 5 лет назад
First van I’ve seen without crap all over the place! Truly minimalist!
@MsSoozy
@MsSoozy 5 лет назад
Beautiful build. It's nice having a piece of your grandfather going around with you in that he helped make your tiny home on wheel. Congrats on a great job. Enjoy your life Sarah, every day do something you love, it feeds the soul.
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thank you! It is really special for sure . It was actually my uncle that helped me , that was a little typo . But it’s special all the same :)
@MsSoozy
@MsSoozy 5 лет назад
@@sarahk3986 Ooops Sorry Sarah, my mistake. So it's good you can take a part of your uncle around with you in that he helped you build it out. There, fixed. lol Really a nice rig.
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Haha it was actually our mistake !! It said grandpa initially . Thanks for your comments 🤗🤗
@ExtraordinaryLiving
@ExtraordinaryLiving 4 года назад
Wow, that oven looks *so clean* ... looks like it has never been used!
@armandoramos1949
@armandoramos1949 4 года назад
Sarah, you're so cute. Love your van, more power to you. Be safe out there.
@frederickletch5679
@frederickletch5679 5 лет назад
Sarah. Thanks for sharing. The van/home looks fantastic. It must give you so much freedom. Look forward to next video.
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
It sure does ! It’s pretty amazing being able to pick up and go without planning too much in advance :)
@dumpster555
@dumpster555 5 лет назад
Impressive van and person!
@YoMamashouse770
@YoMamashouse770 3 года назад
I think that you are a great and wise young lady. Hope everything goes well for you.
@jenniferstevens4132
@jenniferstevens4132 5 лет назад
Great video - full of relevant information. I appreciate Sarah's philosophy of feeling positive self worth doing simple things. The music is energizing and the video shots are excellent. Good for you, Sarah. You are a positive role model.Keep on adventuring.
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thanks Jennifer! I am glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for your support :)
@awarenessispower
@awarenessispower 4 года назад
That is Awesome! Create a list of all of your must haves and build a design around it. Happy Travels.
@LisaSimpson2006
@LisaSimpson2006 4 года назад
I would love to have a van and home like this
@brenthobbs5294
@brenthobbs5294 5 лет назад
You rock Sarah. Nice build, my roommate started a van-conversion business, he now builds out vans for people full time! It’s awesome to see.
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thanks Brent! That's awesome. I don't know if I'd have the energy to build out one after the other, but I suppose it probably gets easier as you get more experience with it. A lot less research involved at that point too. Kudos to your roomie!
@lindaberry3712
@lindaberry3712 4 года назад
I think I can really do this
@debslifesimplified6406
@debslifesimplified6406 4 года назад
Simple, clean and minimal, love the lay out of your van, be safe out there, happy travels.
@railtrailman
@railtrailman 4 года назад
I'm also doing some work on a van similar to yours. What I wanted to add is that with all the solar and battery power that you have, have you thought about a 12 volt electric blanket to keep warm ? I have a 50 watt blanket that I plan to use inside a sleeping bag when it gets cold outside.
@thetwotravelers546
@thetwotravelers546 4 года назад
This is the best van video I have seen. Very down to earth, and informative.
@kevingarnett1301
@kevingarnett1301 4 года назад
Wow really nice inside beautiful young lady with big beautiful smile be safe God bless
@sherry866
@sherry866 4 года назад
And I Love that Oven you have too. REALLY AWESOME
@betzaidavazquez5579
@betzaidavazquez5579 3 года назад
Nice van build, Lovely young Lady and Love her outlook " have an open mind" thanks for sharing 💗🚐🌻
@individualm6712
@individualm6712 5 лет назад
Very impressed with the build. Such a peaceful space.
@safikhabbaz
@safikhabbaz 3 года назад
This one of my top 3 fav
@Debrajoy
@Debrajoy 2 года назад
Very very nice! I love her uncluttered beautiful space!
@Paula-is1jb
@Paula-is1jb 4 года назад
Thank you for sharing, I would love to be living life like you! Great van!🥰
@TheMelrose1961
@TheMelrose1961 4 года назад
Wow...great video..love your van..love your life...best wishes..continued success🦆🦆🦆
@davehyde6207
@davehyde6207 4 года назад
It's a well thought out comfortable living space and a very brave move to make in today's world, kindest regards and very best wishes, take good care
@jnmorraco
@jnmorraco 4 года назад
Nice job huh!!!! Just Beautiful!!! Safe travels-💕🍀🙃💪
@damedechatfou3832
@damedechatfou3832 3 года назад
Your kitchen is so wow!! I love to cook.
@loveu2222
@loveu2222 5 лет назад
Love it,very nice van,good floor plan
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thanks Zoltan!
@gerlandkent6377
@gerlandkent6377 Год назад
Thank, you for you're video and you're time
@mwitti4979
@mwitti4979 2 года назад
Nicely done congratulations on your simple effective build and embracing the new lifestyle 👍😉
@nevaehmarieee6135
@nevaehmarieee6135 4 года назад
literally one of the BEST , vans I ever seen , only thing missing the bathroom !
@jackf9919
@jackf9919 3 года назад
Super Dope!! Congrats
@myroadtours6147
@myroadtours6147 4 года назад
Nice conversion!
@Danny-mv6fv
@Danny-mv6fv 5 лет назад
Thank you so so much Sarah. I wanna say so much, but I'll might do that another time, because I might have tons of words of interest to share with you. I'm not giving it away completely, but I'm planning to design and build an ecofriendly camper vehicle. I know it is going to be a long road before completion and if times will get that rough for me, I wanna give up, I'll make me watch this amazing vlog again to find back my inspiration to continue. I'll be following you on Instagram soon and who knows, maybe one day we will get in touch with each other to share amazing ideas. Much love to you.
@johncarter9054
@johncarter9054 Год назад
Healthy attitude. Healthy life style. Really nice van. Can go more places than the tall ones.
@tanyajoseph5650
@tanyajoseph5650 4 года назад
Thank you for sharing. I'm seriously thinking about doing this. You are so inspiring. I absolutely love what you did with your van.
@shelleyneilon1452
@shelleyneilon1452 5 лет назад
Incredible young woman so insightful and intelligent really enjoyed listening to her account of van life
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thanks Shelley, I appreciate your comment!
@droarum
@droarum Год назад
Great build, I couldn't agree more with everything she said, keep on loving your best life!🥰✊🏾
@ZZZardoz762
@ZZZardoz762 5 лет назад
Never seen an actual stove in a van before...awesome!
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
The stove/oven combo really makes it feel like home to me! I would miss an oven more than I miss having my own toilet hahah
@bodieb1233
@bodieb1233 5 лет назад
Really Really nice. I'm so impressed with you also the van. Have fun, Stay Safe, Be healthy. Time goes so fast. Great Job. That smile is also a great light and the people who get to see is are most fortunate.....
@jimreinhardt9165
@jimreinhardt9165 2 года назад
You did a great job on the van and awesome presentation. Thanks for sharing .
@theresedignard7445
@theresedignard7445 5 лет назад
Well done on the layout and contents. It is just right. Wishing her safe travels and adventures.
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thank you Therese :) I had several months to think about all of that!
@johncarter9054
@johncarter9054 Год назад
Nice layout. Love the oven.
@natalieitliongfechter6073
@natalieitliongfechter6073 5 лет назад
Well done van! Love the kitchen and that back splash is gorgeous!
@jamesjohnson6239
@jamesjohnson6239 4 года назад
Awesome! Thanks for showing your van !!
@angelroe5133
@angelroe5133 5 лет назад
Love the lay out and color
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thank you Penny :)
@Unknown9022
@Unknown9022 5 лет назад
You're awesome and beautiful in so many ways. Great build and I'm sure an even better person! Best Wishes!
@RenayEmond
@RenayEmond 5 лет назад
Concur ❣❣❣❣❣ Ditto
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thank you!
@yahyajean
@yahyajean 4 года назад
Beautiful from the inside out..... this so true
@jessicarowland4297
@jessicarowland4297 4 года назад
Terrific, soooo compact jess
@danielh3579
@danielh3579 5 лет назад
You make me want to build a van and try it myself. I'm jelly
@juiohhkd3447
@juiohhkd3447 5 лет назад
So pretty van i do love the Green yelowish color at the inside...
@WingsandWheelsAlaska
@WingsandWheelsAlaska 5 лет назад
Awesome Build!
@plan79
@plan79 3 года назад
❤ your home & smile! Very cheerful 😊
@sameoldsonganddance
@sameoldsonganddance 4 года назад
I was watching and I was like oh cool this that and then I realized you can’t stand up
@cindyhatch5062
@cindyhatch5062 5 лет назад
Awesome build dear✌
@stephaniemcbroom9615
@stephaniemcbroom9615 5 лет назад
Beautiful!!!!
@APar-yx1wl
@APar-yx1wl 4 года назад
Excellent job with your build..a lot of stuff.. But it looks very organized and functional..an oven too..great.
@DavidHaney1
@DavidHaney1 3 года назад
What a smart girl, great Q&A with smart responses. Enjoyed the video, especially since I’ve been in my own custom DIY conversion for almost 3 yrs now. It’s a great lifestyle if you’re nomadic.
@maobfh
@maobfh 4 года назад
I am late to comment as I watch your videos more and more but I discovered your channel only a couple of months ago and am trying to catch up. There are quite a few things that I like about this van, from the tidiness of the space to the tin backsplash to the jar storage beside the cabinet and the consistent sizing of the jars that make the area even cleaner looking (which would never have occurred to me). A fantastic van and a great interview with someone who is well spoken and has a good amount of insight for one so young. On many levels, I am very impressed. Thanks for sharing! If I could make a technical request? If you could find a decent volume with all your interviews and compensate for loud and soft speakers and with room to adjust the volume in either direction. In some interviews the volume is fairly high and I can simply reduce the volume of my device to listen comfortably. In this particular interview, she had some insightful comments and I struggled to hear everything. She annunciated quite well but was very soft spoken. Even at maximum volume on my iPad, I could not hear every word she said and she was someone who I would have liked to hear everything. The only noise where I am sitting is a fan on low and oscillating about 25ft from me. It was just a quiet video. Thanks!
@neiloppa2620
@neiloppa2620 5 лет назад
This video put a smile on my face : )
@Oldtimecarpenter
@Oldtimecarpenter 5 лет назад
Nicely done and said! Beautiful van build and I admire your positive outlook. Thanks for sharing !
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thanks Peter !!
@annag467
@annag467 3 года назад
Gorgeous build! I love seeing that you are actually using the space and filling th storage with your stuff. Very cool!
@suejohnsrud4980
@suejohnsrud4980 Год назад
Beautiful!
@desolatesurfer8651
@desolatesurfer8651 3 года назад
Now that is a van.
@Passingclouds497
@Passingclouds497 4 года назад
The best one I have seen yet. So home like and cozy
@doloresalston90
@doloresalston90 5 лет назад
I want to thank you for telling me about this one. I am so happy there is hope this is very much positive and smart thank you for sharing
@tk9839
@tk9839 4 года назад
You are wise beyond your years...best wishes.
@deneseweatherby7378
@deneseweatherby7378 2 года назад
Beautiful build
@alishaphilbert4754
@alishaphilbert4754 5 лет назад
Awesome build!!!
@shophenna4591
@shophenna4591 4 года назад
I like how your van is neat. clean up and lines girl. I love it 🎊🎉👑take care you go Queen!!!!
@kendia1972
@kendia1972 4 года назад
Thanks for sharing. Best wishes.
@shanonlynn
@shanonlynn 4 года назад
Excellent job! I am happy for her!
@paradisefound5021
@paradisefound5021 3 года назад
Livin the dream 😘
@sheliafrench1276
@sheliafrench1276 4 года назад
This is one of the most prettiest and beautiful little homes in a van of ever seen and I was really shocked that she doesn’t have a toilet because I mean I’ve never seen anybody woodstove in a van but go ahead on girl I love it
@1lifewanderlust
@1lifewanderlust 3 года назад
It would have been nice if she made up the bed into the couch for this tour. It's much easy to explain and see the cool features so others have a better idea of her build.
@livinglifemyway7349
@livinglifemyway7349 5 лет назад
Nice! also the gardein in the freezer very cool
@reneecannon1250
@reneecannon1250 4 года назад
Great wisdom in a young thinker ♡
@lovedecors
@lovedecors 5 лет назад
One if the best I've seen 😊 👌
@julieplant444
@julieplant444 5 лет назад
Sarah, what a great van! Lovely home for you. Happy travels. 🚐
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Thanks Julie!
@amdee305
@amdee305 5 лет назад
Wow this is really dope 👏
@deannalachelle9319
@deannalachelle9319 4 года назад
Nice!!! 💯
@sakandarali2
@sakandarali2 4 года назад
Amazing simple build 😍😍😍
@scooter4312
@scooter4312 5 лет назад
Hey - I know this beautiful young woman and man, am I proud of her! Live your best life ALWAYS and be authentic to who you are and what you want to achieve - be it a scientist or an activist! Thanks for sharing your dreams Sarah! and you say the word "Like" as often as you want.....LOL
@sarahk3986
@sarahk3986 5 лет назад
Hi Liane!! Thank you for saying that, it means a lot. I don't know exactly what I would like to achieve yet, but for now it feels right to be on the road exploring :). Haha... I suppose that's what happens when I'm a bit nervous !
@naomig7004
@naomig7004 2 месяца назад
Loved the Q&A at the end❤️
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