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Early Retirement in their Shuttle Bus Conversion 

on July 20, 2022

Eric and Robbyn were nearing retirement age but thought they still had more years to work. That’s when a trip to Europe completely changed their perspective, seeing people who didn’t work themselves into the ground as they do in the U.S. That’s when they got the idea to stop living normally and find a way to travel!

Eric used his amazing carpentry skills to build out their shuttle bus home complete with a queen-sized bed (stationary), bathroom, and large galley kitchen space with tons of overhead cabinetry. Their only regret? They didn’t choose this life sooner!

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Couple’s European Adventure Inspires Them To Jump into Bus Life

Couple’s European Adventure Inspires Them To Jump into BusLife

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They keep the side doors accessible to allow extra airflow and light.

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The far left wall was designed to fit that painting.

Couple’s European Adventure Inspires Them To Jump into BusLife 2

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VIDEO: Retired & Living Tiny – Shuttle Bus Conversion

Highlights

  • A trip to Europe inspired Eric and Robbyn to embrace a minimalist lifestyle and travel, leading to their decision to live in a converted shuttle bus.
  • Eric utilized his carpentry skills to transform the shuttle bus into a cozy home featuring a queen-sized bed, bathroom, and spacious kitchen.
  • The couple regrets not adopting this lifestyle sooner, having found fulfillment in their new way of living.
  • Emphasizing the importance of airflow and light, they designed the bus with accessible side doors.

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Natalie C. McKee

Natalie C. McKee is a contributor for Tiny House Talk and the Tiny House Newsletter. She's a wife, and mama of three little kids. She and her family are homesteaders with sheep, goats, chickens, ducks and quail on their happy little acre.

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  • Patty
    September 2, 2025, 1:06 am

    I love the woodwork, very well done. The amazing part to me is that it all looks longer than the short bus. I hope you greatly enjoy this home.

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