Tessa and Jacob from The Free to Wander BusĀ built this epic skoolie conversion for about $12,000 CAD ($9,244 USD), including the cost of the bus, new tires, and mechanical work to get it on the road.
The couple are firm believers in reducing their environmental footprint, which is why they decided to try living in a small space.
They have a cozy sitting area that doubles as a guest bed, a dining table with two stools, a spacious kitchen with a simple plumbing setup and lots of counter space, a wood stove for heat, and a double bed at the back, separated from the main living space by two large closets.
Couple’s Amazing Skoolie Bus Conversion on a Budget!
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They used reclaimed and second hand materials for most of the build, including barn wood from Jacob’s family farm, and hardware from a second hand boutique where Tessa worked.
Jacob built all of the cabinets and the countertops by hand, and Tessa sewed all of the curtains.
ImageĀ Ā© Exploring Alternatives
ImageĀ Ā© Exploring Alternatives
The feeling of walking into a space that’s built and decorated with natural, non-toxic materials is very refreshing and beautiful.Ā For a full tour, check out the video below!
VIDEO: Most Amazing School Bus Tiny House Conversion on a Budget – Full Tour
Additional Resources:
- The Free to Wander Bus
- Horus Handmade Goods
- More skoolie tours by Exploring Alternatives
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Be safe switch that stove pipe to triple wall. I would hate to learn that we lost you to fire your bus to a fire.
I cannot live in a home without a bathroom.