If you’ve been dreaming of embarking on a road trip in a home on wheels, then this 1991 Skoolie might just be your perfect companion. Listed for $60,000 by C&T Vans, this converted bus is a testament to the possibilities of a mobile lifestyle.
The Skoolie is located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and boasts a range of features that make it a comfortable and practical living space. It’s built on an International Bus model and has clocked 225,000 miles. Despite its mileage, the listing boasts that the 7.3L Diesel engine still drives incredibly well and starts up on the first try every time.
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Road Trip Ready: A Tour of a Beautifully Converted 1991 Skoolie
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The Newbys are a family who spent years traveling and settled in Portugal, where they are building their dream homestead. One of their projects was transforming a shed into a tiny house, and the video below shows the entire process!
They thought the project would take only a couple of weeks, but it ended up being a multi-month endeavor. The results are well worth it.
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Family Turns Shed Into A Guest House/Office
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Hello, Tiny House Talk readers! Today, we’re thrilled to share with you the inspiring story of Karen, a woman who turned her tiny house dreams into reality, despite facing significant challenges along the way.
Karen’s journey to tiny house living began in 2016 when her youngest child moved out. She found herself captivated by a tiny house show on YouTube, and the idea of living in a tiny house took root. However, her journey was not without its hurdles. She lost her initial $20k downpayment when the first builder she chose unexpectedly closed their business. But Karen didn’t let this setback deter her. She persevered, and a few years later, she achieved her dream of owning an affordable tiny home.
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From Dream to Reality: Karen’s Tiny House Journey
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In the world of tiny house living, every journey is unique, and every story is inspiring. Today, we bring you the story of Denetra, a Christian-based therapist who has embraced the tiny house lifestyle with faith and financial wisdom. Her journey was beautifully captured in a video by Tiny House Expedition, a YouTube channel dedicated to sharing tiny house tours and stories.
Denetra’s journey to tiny house living began in a three-level townhome in Las Vegas. However, the pandemic pushed her out of her comfort zone, leading her to consider a simpler, more sustainable lifestyle. Despite initial apprehensions about the logistics of tiny house living, Denetra took the leap, driven by her faith and a desire for a quieter life closer to nature.
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Embracing Tiny House Living: A Therapist’s Journey of Faith and Financial Wisdom
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In Toledo, Ohio, a small village is making a big impact on its community. Bluff Street Village, a project initiated by the Monroe Street Neighborhood Center, has recently welcomed six new tiny homes into its fold. These compact dwellings, spanning only 400 square feet each, may be small in size, but they bring about significant positive changes for the neighborhood. Let’s delve into the story behind Bluff Street Village and its mission to create a transformative living experience.
For years, the organizers of Bluff Street Village pondered over the possibilities for their neighborhood. They sought ways to revitalize the area and foster a sense of pride among residents. In 2020, they embarked on a groundbreaking journey, and the result was the construction of six charming tiny homes just off Bluff Street in Rosedale. Spearheaded by Pastor Larry Clark, the project aims to provide affordable housing and turn individuals into first-time homeowners in approximately seven years, all for around $400 per month.
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Path to Homeownership: How Bluff Street Village Transforms Lives
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Tucked among the trees in an Ohio forest, this elevated shipping container cabin offers a unique romantic getaway. The 20-foot container features a large covered porch, outdoor shower, and outdoor soaking tub.
Inside, a queen-sized platform bed (no loft climbing required) sits alongside a compact kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave, and sink. A huge picture window frames the surrounding forest, while a separate elevated deck near a clearing provides valley views. The design creates the feeling of being suspended in the treetops.
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Shipping Container Cabin Elevated Among the Trees
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The Oaks Tiny House Community by ESCAPE is located in Thonotosassa, Florida, near Tampa Bay. This community of tiny homes offers a balance of modern tiny living and natural surroundings with mature Live Oak trees throughout the property. Multiple ESCAPE tiny home models are featured, ranging from compact open-concept designs to spacious park models with private bedrooms. Lot leases include utilities and landscaping, with various home styles available from time to time through resales.
The Oaks Village Community Setting
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The Oaks Village in Tampa Bay, Florida features a variety of ESCAPE tiny house models arranged around a central park with ancient Live Oaks. The community offers different home styles and sizes to fit various needs and budgets, from compact studio layouts to larger units with first-floor bedrooms and lofts. Models include the eONE (with tall ceilings and large second floors), Boho XLS (single-level with private bedroom), Vista Boho (open studio layout), Traveler XLS Wide (clerestory windows and first-floor bedroom), and the N1 (mid-century modern with two bathrooms). All units are all-electric and feature professional landscaping, private decks, and gated security.
The Oaks Village Central Park Setting
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The Oaks Tampa Bay is a tiny house village developed by ESCAPE, located in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. The community features ESCAPE’s various tiny home models arranged around a central park with professional landscaping on each lot. Units occasionally become available for purchase, with lot rent covering water, sewer, garbage/recycling, private decks, landscaping maintenance, gated security access, and parking. The community includes amenities such as a pool and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces.
Tiny Home Village with Central Park
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