Van Tour: Living with a HUGE Recliner Inside this Cargo Van
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- Today we meet Vanessa who did a No-Build build on her van, but made getting a bed as Cheap and easy as possible by using a Stratolounger recliner as her bed! It’s fantastic how well it works!! She sleeps comfortably all night then has a comfortable lounging place in her van during the day-it’s a perfect plan! She does lose some storage place, but she has so little in the van that she doesn’t miss the storage space at all!
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Vanessa is a charming, confident, and outgoing lady. I met her at the RTR and she is exactly like you see here. A real down to earth person who enjoys others' company. Great no build build, Vanessa!! Blessings to all who watch this video.
I met her last winter and we camped together in lake havasu..she is a real down to earth lady..love her..
Love you, Sue! Thank you! ❤
@@vansvanandtravels7566 amazing way you live in your no-built!! Wonderful
Love your van!!!
She made me cry...I am so very happy for her and I so very proud of her taking her life into her own hands and making the life she wants to live. I so love her story and I hope that I can one day meet Vanessa!! Thank You BOB for bringing her story to life!
I hope I get to meet you too! 🥰
You are a kind person
You have a gorgeous lit up smile
Ms. Patrice! Bless both of you ladies.. 🕊️♥️🙏✝️
She makes me happy !
Vanessa's story is a path for rising above disability , Vanessa is FREE & HAPPY 🕊 This was such an amazing interview 🌵
Thank you! ❤
You are an inspiration! God bless you.
@Tail Wagger No, it fits perfectly between the wheel wells. Only on a few occasions has it moved at all and that was maybe an inch?
@@gthomas15229 Thank you! 😁
the No Builds are the most interesting and inspiring.
Much easier! Easier to clean too! Thanks for watching! 😍
Amen. But the van is $$$$
Good job, Vanessa!
Thank you all! 😍
I agree...really that looks so comfy
This is so perfect! You have inspired me! My husband is a travel nurse, and we have 2 RVs, but he loves taking his van instead so he can stealth park right in the hospital's parking lot and decks. Don't tell anyone, but he even works at one hospital where he backs right up to a concrete wall with an electric outlet! There he can plug in his ac or heater, a tv and charging station. He is a veteran nurse with 25 years experience, and loves his job. And he makes so much more money than I do, even tho we both have Associate Degrees. Worked our way thru college many years ago, but his degree has paid 3x the amount I can make. So I am going back to school and getting a LPN so I can quit working as a paralegal and travel nurse with him for a few years till we retire.
I love her name, Van-essa! That recliner is a fabulous solution to a tough problem - how to make the van “homey” while providing a comfortable place to sit (watching movies at night) and to sleep. Super practical approach to the essentials!
This video was awesome. I am man with a disability and have been wanting to make this move and seeing her build with the recliner has opened my eyes to the possibilities.
Just make it simple and easy for you. Thank you for watching!
I'm a 19 year old watching this, not because I plan on living in a van anytime soon, but I can bet you this is exactly how I will live after I retire. On the road, with no worries at all.
Y Karen take yo kids
Good idea, but don,t leave it too late. So many people plan for retirement but either don,t make it or have health issues that restrict them.
Thank you for watching! 😊🌺
Start a savings account just for that. You’ll thank yourself someday.
Life goes fast. Work hard, save up, and you'll be there before you know it.
I love it when people say things like 'may can' and 'might could', it makes me feel like family!
I'm from the south and we're all family! ❤
@Rebecca Conn I used to ask for ice to chew on when I was out somewhere with friends but it always came out as Can I get a glass of 'ass' instead of Ice. Also any oi words just come out as 'oh', lol! And everything was Coke...
Nice to see her as an older person not being afraid to be out there on her own and enjoy life .
Thank you for watching!
I like this lady and her no build van. This is giving me ideas because I am about her age and I know I will never have the skill or patience to do a fancy van build like I see all the young people doing. But she's making it work with a recliner and things you can get at Walmart. I love it!
Simple is the way to go for me! Over a year later and I'm still loving mine. Thank you for watching!
If your an old gal like me you probly have enough stuff in the house and property outside to put together a no build build!!
I would go with a futon and just attract h it to the floor somehow
I am smacking my forehead - storage pillows is such a great concept, and so simple! Why Didn't I think of that? Love her set up
I just came back from a over 25 day road trip. Not knowing from one state to the other what the weather was going to be I brought two different coats. To store them I put them in pillow case and tied the ends. They made excellent pillow to prop up with at night to watch a video. They tucked neaty between my cot and the sliding door of my van. Got the idea off of one of Bob Wells videos.
I've put extra blankets in pillow covers, which worked out well. I think these no-build vans are interesting, as it makes the van life seem more accessible. 👍🏼
Yeah gives a new meaning to Bean Bag, Noodle Bag, Egg Bag... Be careful :-) Socks Bag, On and On Great Ideal.
@@leolaturner2193 Great idea!
Make your own storage out of pillows you already have. Great idea.
I loved Vanessa’s video so much, especially seeing how a woman by herself can have a happy life through careful preparation and thinking of how to do things efficiently and not needing tons of stuff as so many of us think we need. You have inspired me Vanessa and I wish you happy travels ahead!
Thank you for watching!
So do I! Like her, I sleep in a recliner. I also have other problems due to cancer. In remission. But I am determined to try this. My motto... Don't ever tell me I can't do something. It makes me more determined than ever!
"I'm perfectly happy; I love my little setup here." What a great person. She has really done a good job of getting on the road with a minimum build. I've often wondered if it was possible. Now I know. Everything has a purpose.. Love the recliner... makes me laugh because I've always said I sleep better on the couch than I do at night in bed. You're a good teacher/example for people to be able to start their journey. Thanks for posting.
Thank you for watching! ❤
I love these interviews that Bob does...everybody has a story. This is a wonderful lady, who set up her rig just right. The only thing I would probably add is installation and a travel refrig (she would have plenty of solar to run it) but she doesn't seem to need those. That's what I would get is an empty van that I would set up, pretty much like hers. God bless her. Smart lady.
Thank you Betty! I have a fridge now!
@Martine I have a refrigerator now. I don't miss buying ice but I miss the big cooler. I don't cook as much now, nor eat as much either so I'm ok. I bought a small Alpicool and I have to watch the size of everything I buy. I'm not complaining though!
put some clamps or hooks on the tarp and clip onto the rack on top hang over the double doors with clamps and enclose area to work off the back of the van. can have the tubes of water or bags getting hot and a shower in the private setting in the back of van with shower curtains. works well.
Since this video, that's what I've done Works great! Thanks for watching!
Vanessa adapted her build to her personal medical requirements! Well Done!!
Thank you! ❤
I can relate to her neck problem. I'm not in a van, but I have to sleep with a bunch of pillows that sort of mimic how you would be positioned on a recliner. Hope you continue to feel good and keep your free lifestyle.
I like the recliner idea because I must sleep with my "toes above the nose" due to medical condition.
Oh man I could sleep in that every night. Makes you wonder why you would bother with a bed.
It's the most comfortable bed I've ever had, for real. Thank you for watching!
I usually fall asleep in my recliner at home and wake up about 3 or 4 in the morning just because I have to go to the bathroom. I brush my teeth and go lay down in bed. I could easily sleep all night in a recliner.
@@vansvanandtravels7566 Love your setup! Headed over to your channel right now 👍
Van's Van and Travels Going to your channel and subscribing! Thank you for sharing your journey with us!
@@openyoureyes3969 Thank you!
Perfect timing! I'm getting closer to doing a nomadic trial run & always tho't I'd miss my recliner but now ... voila! Vanessa is da' bomb & I love her "no build" home ... AWESOME!!!
Thank you! Being comfortable is more important to me than a lot of things. ❤
This shows many it doesn’t have to be outrageously expensive to convert your Van. Thank You
Damn! That looks incredibly comfortable. What a great idea!
The best idea I could come up with! This is 9 months later and I'm just as excited as the first day I bought it. Perfect sleep! Thank you for watching! ❤
@@vansvanandtravels7566 So clever! I've watched a lot of videos and have never seen this before. It just makes so much sense. I love that you can sit up without bumping your head during the day.
More ideas. Stuffable pillows and the recliner are great options.
VANessa: love your spirit and enthusiasm! Blessings Abound
Thank you! I'm a very happy person! ❤
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Beautiful lady, thank you Bob for introducing her. I wish her well in her journeys.
Thank you, Beth! ❤
All that matters she's so happy and enjoying her life..Kudo'sfor her Bless her
Thank you for watching! ❤
@@BangkokJohn Thank you John! 💙
This shows anyone can do it! Just make it yours, simple, love it!
Amen! Make it to suit you! Thanks for watching! ❤
Anyone, that is, willing to make compromises on utility, style and comfort.
She is so likeable! She is so happy with her life! I love it.
Thank you Tanya! I'm very happy!
Hey I could even do that! I thought there was no possible way as I can not build with my disability and no one to build for me. I love the recliner!
I wish you well. Simple is better for me. I'm very happy with it! Thank you for watching! ❤
This lady is such a sweetheart and a tough cookie. I respect her paradigm.
Thank you so much for watching!
Bob Wells truly has a gift. People just relax and immediately feel comfortable enough to talk and share. AND he let's them finish their thought instead of interrupting. Great interview.
Bob is a very kind person! Thank you for watching!
VANnesa! I absolutely love your van! I can really sympathize with you and your neck! I had my neck fused and sleep in a recliner also! But, your recliner is the Queen of all recliners! I feel better about maybe living a life free like this after seeing your van. Thank you for sharing your wonderful life with all of us!!!
Thank you Bob for sharing another educational and good feeling You Tube Video 📱🚌🌊🌈🌞🕊🐶
Thank you for watching! Love my bed/chair! ❤
Vanessa’s a doll! Wishing her everyday a safe, healthy, happy, chill experience.
Wow! Thank you Susan! ❤
OK,,,that is the way to go especially to save money and love how that van is and the recliner is awesome. Two things in one. I can do that for sure. Thanks for sharing.
Very easy to do! Thanks for watching! ❤
She's living her life, just the way she wants to. She's her own person! I really admire this woman!! You go Vanessa!!! 👍👍🤗
@Bibi Haryanto Thank you! I'm happy you enjoyed the video! ❤
A woman after my own heart. Blessings Abound❣
Thank you! Blessings to you! ❤
Nice van setup. She is obviously happy and enjoying life.
I'm very happy! Thank you for watching! 😍
That's a HUGE recliner! Comfy.
Very comfortable indeed! Thank you for watching! ❤
Wow, a no build is a great way to get started. I never thought of using a comfy recliner as a bed. It looks very comfortable.
Loved listening to her, she has a great voice and you can tell she is comfortable in her own skin! Great interview Bob! Keep them up!
Thank you, Chris!
I love her voice she and Vicki Lawrence Mama's Family sound alike.
I love the solutions that Vanessa has come up with for van life. She is comfortable and not wanting for anything. More power to her.
Loved Vanessa saying I just wanted to show them I could do it!❤️
Lol I'm very independent but I did shock my children by doing this. They're very happy for me now. ❤
This is my all time fave. I used to feel so deficient watching the alternating hardwoods with dovetail joinery and self-closing drawer hardware. I can do something like this!
Love her honesty, simpleness, common sense, and frugality!
Thank you, Ann! ❤
My favorite thing watching van life videos: encountering such a SIMPLE and surprising idea like a recliner. Man...if that works for someone it's so much easier than building a bed/couch.
You're awesome. Good luck and happy travels.
- Ben
I've been watching your channel on and off for several years now and every time I come back to it I get excited and catch up on everything you've been doing. Keep going, you've got a ton of loyal fans that love your work.
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this setup. I've had numerous orthopedic surgeries & slept in a recliner for 15 yes. I have reclining seats in my van (which I have not been able to start out yet because of medical reasons), but this would work better & be FAR MORE comfortable!
Darn, now I'm going to have to find somebody to help me redo my floorplan because this is the bomb!!!🤯😊😄😂
Once again... THANKS BOB for finding & showing us all types of options to make this lifestyle work no matter what your personal challenges &/or obstacles may be.
We love you!💖
Thanks for watching! ❤
I love this so much, also. Neck/shoulder injuries have me sleeping in a recliner for yrs. This gives me hope and inspiration. Thank you!
Vanessa's attitude is inspiring. I could feel her sense of Freedom which is such a wonderful thing as we get older. God bless Vanessa. ciao.
Thank you so much! I'm a very happy person most of the time! There's a lot to enjoy in life! ❤🌺
I just love that big recliner. I’d love to have a camper like this. So nice.
Bob you've taught me so much over the years I'm eternally grateful not only for a better life but a better world 🙏😇♥️👣🐾🚐👍✌️ You are a Legacy 🌵🌲
I have seen your van before Vannesa and you have lovely home. Happy for you😊
Thank you Paula! ❤
Glad I saw this! I have most of my neck fused with plate and eight screws!! I know exactly what she deals with
I sleep better than I ever have! It's been great for me! Thanks for watching! ❤
She sleeps and rests and reads and all that in total absolute deluxe comfort, and sumptuous lounging in greatness!
And I never get tired of it! Thank you for watching! ❤
What a great idea she has! A bed and sitting area in one. Love it. ♥️
I've been on the road for a year and a half and I'm still happy with my no build. Thank you for watching!
As Bob said, she may lose storage but she makes efficient use of a bed and day chair all in one.
Vanessa is awesome and I love her spirit and her van is perfect. Super nice lady. Who needs a $25000 custom build to be happy. The less stuff the better. She has it all figured out as far as I’m concerned.
What's so amazing about Van life is all of the people seem to be so very happy... Love the stories
💕Very nice to meet you Vanessa! Love your accent and your big chair!!! 💕
Thank you for watching! Nice meeting you too! ❤
The recliner could be opened in the back for lots of storage inside. If careful, it could be used as a hidden compartment.
I don't understand.
@@stephenpowstinger733 The inside of furniture is hollow, so it has a lot of room for storage.
@@secondact7151 good hiding spots in the chair.
But wouldn't that mess up the material
@@kenyettaready nobody is looking at the back lol.
Wow that's some recliner! It's extra big, oversized and overstuffed! I love it! And Vanessa has the best name too! I love her van !!
Vanessa, I am working to get a van soon (I hope), and have been concerned about being able to keep my “Lazy Girl” recliner Dad bought me years ago. Even my cat likes it to curl up in.
Thanks for your example and enthusiasm for the independent lifestyle you have - a true inspiration.
I live in the East, (Tn, N.C., S.C and N.Ga.) where I love to go camping and enjoy the serenity of the mountains as well as the sandy beaches.
My camping hobbies also include gold prospecting, gem mining and photography in warmer weather and quilting in the cold weather. Sounds like a great retirement plan to me👍😸🤟On the road again!
What a wonderful lady. She inspires me to get out on the road!
It makes me feel good seeing these no build van setups. I no build car camp in my Prius. It isn't fancy but I like it.
Hey, good set up for you Vanessa.. looks pretty comfy and cozy ~ ⚘🙋♀️ Thanks Bob ..
It really is wonderful! Thank you for watching! ❤
So great - the giant comfy chair! She's an inspiration.
Thank you! ❤
The simplicity is refreshing. Nice set up for comfort and convenience. Blessed travels.
Thank you! I'm very comfortable with my setup. Thanks for watching! ❤
Vanessa , your place us so neat and tidy , and not junky looking , you've organised it for your comfort with your recliner , that's awesome, that's my favorite spot for you, your resilience is great.
This is definitely one of my top 5 vans. That recliner is amazing
Thank you!
What a delightful lady! Vanessa's simple set-up and zest for van life is infectious. I really love all that solar power. Thanks for sharing!
I'm reconsidering my van build now to incorporate a recliner!
I've lived in my van since March "19 and my recliner was my best decision! Thank you for watching!
That recliner looks soooo comfortable.
It is! Lol Thanks for watching!
I love this because her van looks just like mine with the wall liner. Easy care free design, love it!
This is such a great no build van!!! Kudos to her living life on her own terms
I've really thought a lazyboy chair would be a great idea! So glad to see how Vanessa has incorporated this into her simple 'build'.
Thank you!
Enjoyed meeting Vanessa, thanks Bob! I am not a Traveler just like watching other people's adventures. I am 54 have been disabled since I was 49 Cancer on my spine. Wow I use the walker, cane, wheelchair pain 24/7. Would be nice to see Arizona and see if the weather would change my life? Best Wishes Vanessa and Safe & Happy Travels to you and your fur baby! 😀 🐕💛
That recliner is massive. The arms!
Thank you for watching!
I like her set up. Thx for sharing
Thanks for watching! ❤
I Really love love how neat everything is! The idea of those storage drawer chests simplifies everything, u DON'T have to build Anything! Thinking about actually purchasing the tiny yellow old school bus I saw, and fixing it up! Think I'd opt for a porta potty, real fridge, add an outdoor shower plus gym memberships! She certainly makes this doable. And Santan Solar 'Is' to remember! Thanks So much! LOVING the oversized RECLINER, a Must! 👍 ♥️
I really love her attitude . I think I agree one hundred per cent on her living.
I'm very happy with a very simple life. Thanks for watching!
... And this drawer is for my Junk Food. HaHaHa. Spunk a dunk.
You're awesome Vanessa! I really admire your ingenuity in coming up with your no-build build. I'm a 71 yr old Hoosier and my wife and I do pickup truck (with a cap) with a no-build build also. We love the simplicity. Your setup though is much more comfy. Great interview Bob and Venessa.
Thank you Larry! Tell your wife hi for me!
The recliner is astounding!!!! It just makes sense!
Thank you for watching! I think so! 😊🌺
I love her chair. I need one just like that for my back & neck & legs lve got bad arthritis in my spine & had 4 spine surgerys. Awesome score.
It works well for me! Thank you for watching!
@@vansvanandtravels7566 Your so welcome. Merry Christmas
I've seen this one before but enjoyed it again. A really nice lady. Thanks Bob
Love her set up! She has everything she needs, her recliner looks very comfy!
Hi Vanessa, love your no-build van set-up. I must say that Stratolounger is the envy of the RV world! Hope to meet you one of these days.
Hope to meet you too! I'll be in the Arizona desert this winter most of the time. Thank you for watching!
I love the "no build" build! That recliner😍
Thank you! 😊🌺
Van, I love the idea of storage pillows - comfort and a storage unit! You could store towels, washclothes, cleaning cloths. It would be a great way to keep hooded sweatshirts, then if the temperature drops, you can zip it open and put on the hoodie sweatshirt . Safe travels to Van and Blessings to Bob!
She has some great ideas! I’m very inspired.
This video is so easy to identify with, because many of us think of sitting in that
comfy chair watching videos on a real tv. Thanks again.
Vanessa you are an inspiration! I also struggle with arthritis and you've proven that being independent it possible and even desirable. Thank you!
Thank you so much for watching! ❤
Love this no build. Being a senior myself I can appreciate this.
Wow. Im not even finished watching this video. This is awesome.
Thank you for watching! ❤
I love her ! I have already become a follower of her channel. Thank you very much Bob for sharing.
Thank you for watching! ❤
i love her whole set up, i especially love this women’s terrific attitude and i wish her the very best. cheers
Ah, thanks Kevin! ❤
What an amazing lady. Vanessa, you are an inspiration!
Thank you, Pam!
I just bought my minivan this weekend. I'm not ready to full time it. But small adventures are appealing. Looking at Vanessa helps me to remember to keep it simple!
Simple is the way to go because if you're like me, you'll keep seeing changes to make it better for you. And you can do it yourself pretty much. Thank you for watching!
Broke my tibia and fibula years ago and slept in a chair for 6 months. That's a sweet recliner.
It's wonderful!
That recliner looks so comfy - in fact all the van build is amazing. I definitely could live in a van like that - well done Vanessa.
Thank you!
With realization of one's own potential and self-confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world. That's what the video is all about. Fabulous what this lady has done!
Thank you so much for watching! ❤
Simple! I love it. Makes it all more realistic that anyone can do this and don't need a decked out tiny home build. Thank you, Vanessa and CheapRVLiving!
Thank you for watching!
I am inspired by her story. She reminds me a lot of my mom. I bet my mom would be happy living this way as well some day. That recliner is dope. I have my eyes on those sweet zero gravity recliners. I have a neck injury from an accident and it’s the only sweet spot but so expensive. Happy trails. Thanks Bob
What a fantastic set up!!! And no carpentry required so cool
She's such a sweetheart. Wonderful no-build, build. I love this. Thank you for sharing, Ms. Vanessa, and thank you Mr. W!