Mini Bus Converted into Amazing Off-Grid Tiny House - Full Tour

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  • Опубликовано: 13 дек 2024

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  • @ExploringAlternatives
    @ExploringAlternatives  2 года назад +20

    Thanks for watching! You can check out the bus build & follow Elana's adventures here:
    ruclips.net/channel/UCZC23AQM9advhSToPkB-8Jw
    instagram.com/elanacoundrelis/

  • @Zetraxes
    @Zetraxes 2 года назад +290

    Shout out to all the dad's behind the scenes that make the dreams of their children work

    • @diananievesavellanet
      @diananievesavellanet 2 года назад +9

      Yes! Shout out to them! I only wish I had my dad to help me with my conversion. Be well, be safe, cheers to all!🤗👍

    • @luns486
      @luns486 2 года назад +9

      I love my dad, but I wouldn't let him anywhere near my conversion project. He's a lot less handy than he thinks he is.

    • @chrisdevalcourt648
      @chrisdevalcourt648 2 года назад +6

      @@luns486 but please don't tell him that!

    • @dieseldabz7104
      @dieseldabz7104 2 года назад +2

      Yes all very lucky, my father was a very smart talented man but unfortunately he passed away 11 years ago now from COPD & lung cancer. Miss him daily.

    • @ohxyoyxoyxohx6949
      @ohxyoyxoyxohx6949 2 года назад

      @@jayjo-00 Dads can't have any credit can they? (No one was saying anything about mother's not contributing to anything.)

  • @michellegaeb2291
    @michellegaeb2291 2 года назад +93

    That bus 🚌 is the PERFECT size! Big enough to have ample room for everything but still small enough to park almost anywhere!

    • @mommieminnesota3108
      @mommieminnesota3108 2 года назад +3

      Oh man I would love to have that bus!love from MN 🥰🥰🥰

  • @wawawillegers4991
    @wawawillegers4991 2 года назад +1

    It helps if your daddy is a mechanic and a handyman. Way of a new life, free, healing fresh air, happy and content. Love the interiors, fitted everything needed.

  • @littlecookingtips
    @littlecookingtips 2 года назад +37

    Very beautiful conversion! We loved that it also includes a wc/shower! Kudos and best wishes for their travels!

  • @jamespaul2587
    @jamespaul2587 2 года назад +18

    What a beautiful bus conversion! One thing they might want to consider is film for the windows. I've heard there are some that allow full visibility to the outside while still providing privacy. It would reduce reliance on the blinds, and keep the bus cooler on those hot sunny days.

  • @OmarSpence
    @OmarSpence 2 года назад +2

    Used coasters are pretty easy to find out of Japan. Thanks for the inspiration

  • @0HARE
    @0HARE 2 года назад +1

    That’s a super sweet bus conversion.
    All the windows and white walls & ceilings make it bright and airy.
    Happy Trails

  • @robertclifton5795
    @robertclifton5795 2 года назад +12

    That is a beautiful traveling home ...... and that it is a Toyota makes it that much better . I applaud you , your partner and your Father 👍

    • @robertclifton5795
      @robertclifton5795 2 года назад +1

      @Elana Coundrelis Tell your dad he is a wise man for that . Also he did even better raising his daughter ...... be safe 🙏

  • @jeniehuynh4805
    @jeniehuynh4805 2 года назад +5

    Love seeing a fellow Aussie doing van conversion. Slowly but surely more Aussies are warming up to the idea of living in a van. Thks for sharing. ☺️♥️🇦🇺

  • @geedoubleu641
    @geedoubleu641 2 года назад +7

    Adorable. The bus is nice too.

  • @cenedraleaheldra5275
    @cenedraleaheldra5275 2 года назад +4

    Stunning . Good length of bus. Great storage and shower and toilet. Safe travels

  • @borisyurinov4822
    @borisyurinov4822 2 года назад +2

    Think your dad can open West coast customs for busses. Amazing work

  • @saboresmatecanasas4591
    @saboresmatecanasas4591 2 года назад

    One of the most beautiful I have seen.

  • @loriray487
    @loriray487 2 года назад

    This mini bus is awesome. I could c my son & I living in it. Beautiful.

  • @Izastwin
    @Izastwin Год назад

    Finally!! So happy to see Aussies getting out there and doing their own conversions as well as then travelling our beautiful country. Kudos to this couple for enjoying life to the fullest!!

  • @mrcoolluke7850
    @mrcoolluke7850 2 года назад +1

    You and you dad did a great job on this camper van very eco friendly so kool

  • @cathylynnpietranton
    @cathylynnpietranton 2 года назад +17

    Wow We really like this bus. Love the layout, design and decor. We find it to be very functional. Wishing them safe travels. Thanks Matt and Danielle for sharing their story.👍👍❤

    • @ericharrison7
      @ericharrison7 2 года назад

      It’s really nice. I did love to own it lol. How are you doing. Hope you are fine and staying safe out there?

  • @allthingsnu4673
    @allthingsnu4673 2 года назад +1

    Very beautiful bus! I'd never heard of the Toyota Coaster before this video.

    • @taya6261
      @taya6261 2 года назад

      This is a Japanese microbus.
      There are other similar buses.
      search word is
      トヨタ コースター
      日産 シビリアン
      日野 リエッセII
      三菱ふそう ローザ
      A good journey.

  • @mwmentor
    @mwmentor 2 года назад +10

    Nice conversion... I like the airiness of the bus, and being able to see out of the bus so easily is cool. :-)

  • @Minder777
    @Minder777 2 года назад +2

    She's so beautiful!

  • @nellipalchevskaya2680
    @nellipalchevskaya2680 2 года назад

    Okay this one has to be the best one. Very clean, open and spacious!! Absolutely beautiful!

  • @shawnanderson2848
    @shawnanderson2848 2 года назад +4

    Fantastic build! The windows create an open feel to the bus.

  • @denisephillips9269
    @denisephillips9269 2 года назад +1

    Very nice. Love the shower. I couldn't be without one. For me air conditioning is a must but other than that I think you've done a great job. Enjoy and safe travels.

  • @arosefortes6507
    @arosefortes6507 2 года назад +1

    Great conversation! It has the esthetic feel of a modern almost Scandinavian style. Lovely!

  • @jorgschimmer8213
    @jorgschimmer8213 2 года назад +16

    I can’t help myself but this lady looks a little bit like lady gaga . And I mean this in the most positive way. Thanks for sharing!

    • @Wellthisisnotwhatiintended
      @Wellthisisnotwhatiintended 2 года назад

      The most possible way? That makes no sense xD

    • @hoppas77
      @hoppas77 2 года назад +1

      @@Wellthisisnotwhatiintended probably meant, the most _positive_ way

    • @chrisdevalcourt648
      @chrisdevalcourt648 2 года назад

      Much more attractive and authentic than Gaga!

  • @craftedtunesentertainment5569
    @craftedtunesentertainment5569 2 года назад

    Yes I've seen people take out vans and busses on road trips and live on it, but this is the first time I'm seeing people live fulltime on a bus. It's mind-blowing how they managed the space, and it doesn't look cluttered. Nice work.

  • @ursulabristow9726
    @ursulabristow9726 2 года назад +1

    This is a nice conversation. I love the tint on windows. Good job guys.

  • @trailrider2571
    @trailrider2571 2 года назад +1

    I love the planked ceiling most of all. The bookshelf at the far end of the bus looks great with the curvature of the ceiling.

    • @ericharrison7
      @ericharrison7 2 года назад

      Yes it’s just so beautiful. How are you doing. Hope you are fine and staying safe out there?

  • @karenstanislaw8912
    @karenstanislaw8912 2 года назад +1

    We're here, ideally, to LIVE our *own depths and affinities. Continued wholeness and joy to our hostess. Thank you for sharing.

  • @robw2486
    @robw2486 2 года назад

    This is so smart. I know there is a lot of maintenance and running costs involved in the upkeep, but this is SMART living. The cost of mortgages and rent in Australia (and the UK where I live) is astronomical, and therefore alternatives need to be sought. This is a great build and way of life. To be happy with less, but to explore, and see the great outdoors.

  • @drsmbrownlee
    @drsmbrownlee 2 года назад +5

    Elana, you've done really beautiful work on the conversion: what a beautiful fresh feel to the space, and so many smart decisions about how you use your solar power. Thank you, too, for being honest about the things you would have done differently. Mat and Danielle, many thanks for bringing us another inspiring video.

  • @eselevi6132
    @eselevi6132 2 года назад +1

    Wow, a coaster bus. We use this a lot for transportation in my country...

  • @lesamcclain4795
    @lesamcclain4795 2 года назад +1

    This is absolutely stunning. One of the best I’ve seen. Congratulations to you all and Happy Travels.

  • @dianna8626
    @dianna8626 2 года назад

    Love all the windows. It makes all the difference.

  • @reelhappytravellers2691
    @reelhappytravellers2691 2 года назад +3

    I love how vibrant colors are in this video.Such a scenic view looks great....thank you so much for a wonderful sharing!!!!🥰😍

  • @berilmurray9879
    @berilmurray9879 2 года назад +2

    I really love how you’ve done your bus, looks fabulous, great job!!

  • @savannahv8648
    @savannahv8648 2 года назад

    love the white it looks very clean

  • @kallasusort2986
    @kallasusort2986 2 года назад

    We don't have Toyota buses in the USA - very nice and I am sure pricy. Beautiful bus, layout and windows - love all the windows! Enjoy

  • @kinderliving1
    @kinderliving1 2 года назад

    That is beautiful. I personally love the ones with all the windows.

  • @kathme120
    @kathme120 2 года назад

    For a sec I tought it was Craig and Aimee from Kinging It - exact same layout and also white. Both are really beautifully done!

  • @Dreaming_Mimi
    @Dreaming_Mimi 2 года назад +2

    Beautiful Bus!!!

  • @3gmom408
    @3gmom408 2 года назад +3

    Very nice tiny house on wheels !

  • @kindlefire5268
    @kindlefire5268 2 года назад +1

    One of the best

  • @conniejones6697
    @conniejones6697 2 года назад

    One of the best I've seen

  • @cherylmclaverty2182
    @cherylmclaverty2182 2 года назад +4

    Beautiful

    • @ericharrison7
      @ericharrison7 2 года назад

      Absolutely. How are you doing. Hope you are fine and staying safe out there?

  • @RileyCulross
    @RileyCulross 3 месяца назад

    Really fantastic setting , thanks for giving us lots of ideas on how to convert a small bus to a living inب💕💯

  • @masada2828
    @masada2828 2 года назад +1

    Great setup & I understood all the tech u explained.

  • @sscbkr48
    @sscbkr48 2 года назад

    Very cool, an excellent platform for an RV. Not too big, not too small.. and lots of sun! Happy travels from the PNW. 😄

  • @jennakenney2949
    @jennakenney2949 2 года назад +1

    Elana, Your bus looks AMAZING, what a beautiful job and very thoughtful layout. Thanks for being so honest about the little pitfalls as well because when its your first build it is so hard to know what works best. Thank you:))

  • @berilmurray9879
    @berilmurray9879 2 года назад

    You really have done a very nice tidy job, I love it.

  • @rebeccahowie7234
    @rebeccahowie7234 2 года назад

    This is absolutely beautiful!! Probably the best conversion I’ve ever seen!!!

  • @jamesstrachan2288
    @jamesstrachan2288 Год назад +1

    It’s a very nice bus congratulations well done

  • @princearthur4946
    @princearthur4946 Месяц назад +1

    Excellent presentation! Great life style!

  • @agnieszkarais5651
    @agnieszkarais5651 2 года назад

    Cudny autobus
    Pozdrawiam z Polski 🇵🇱🇵🇱🇵🇱
    Lovely bus. Greetings from Poland🇵🇱🇵🇱🇵🇱

  • @garywarren5048
    @garywarren5048 2 года назад

    Good to see some Aussies out there.

  • @katzcrow640
    @katzcrow640 2 года назад +1

    Great Design an I Absolutely Love your Color Choices... It's Home Beautiful.. Enjoy your Adventures.... Sending ❤ 🌿L👣👣E🌿 from West Coast Canada 🇨🇦

  • @jonnel13
    @jonnel13 2 года назад +1

    This is a dream tiny!

  • @Jonteponte71
    @Jonteponte71 2 года назад +2

    Of course her name is Elana :) She looks and definitely sounds like Elana from La Vagabonde.
    Nice bus to base a tiny home on! Not huge and not too small for two peeople.

  • @rodneyfaulkner7453
    @rodneyfaulkner7453 8 месяцев назад

    Great build, thanks you for showing it. Hopefully I will build our purchase a Coaster home soon

  • @tancosta1286
    @tancosta1286 2 года назад +1

    Love love love

  • @RCJonieB
    @RCJonieB 2 года назад

    Wow, what a large shower

  • @CandycaneBeyond
    @CandycaneBeyond 2 года назад +1

    I love the windows

  • @angelatillman4323
    @angelatillman4323 2 года назад +2

    Less is more I believe. I admire what your doing. I am looking to do something similar.

  • @edcrfvtgbyhnujmikolpqazwsx
    @edcrfvtgbyhnujmikolpqazwsx 2 года назад +1

    Very pretty! Great conversion.

  • @rojano4458
    @rojano4458 2 года назад

    So beautiful!

  • @hasithasooriyaarachchi5788
    @hasithasooriyaarachchi5788 2 года назад

    Absolutely Amazing..

  • @dianebaker5243
    @dianebaker5243 2 года назад +1

    Yes stunning. Love it.Thanks for sharing 👍🥰

  • @jocelynelangis777
    @jocelynelangis777 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful set up ready for the road! Everything is so neat and work easily and perfectly well adjust. We definitely get impression of a lot of space, many windows put accent on a very large space with view all around. Great bus! Wish it could be mine!

  • @sammic974
    @sammic974 2 года назад

    thank you for this smashing upload. love this rig!

  • @kumikokikuiri
    @kumikokikuiri 3 месяца назад

    My friend and i were planing to make the interior of van but we didn't have any ideas and we where planning when we where abt 20 we are 18 and this is THE video we where looking for❤❤

  • @carolewarner101
    @carolewarner101 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful!

  • @larrykreuger2918
    @larrykreuger2918 2 года назад +2

    Very nice beautiful

  • @TheRoadprincess
    @TheRoadprincess 2 года назад

    Really nice layout!

  • @dharmathenature3509
    @dharmathenature3509 2 года назад +1

    Funfact: you save space in the garbage when you fold the milk packs together

  • @tWz4462
    @tWz4462 2 года назад

    I love you his build and I love the shape of the bus🥰

  • @annychest718
    @annychest718 2 года назад +2

    lovely👍 thanks for sharing

  • @graceaxisa4213
    @graceaxisa4213 2 года назад +2

    Thank you for this beautiful video. Very interesting and full of great ideas. Well done for making water a high priority! When you were filming the 'garage' part, I could hear the magpies in the background 🥰 at the same time, the magpies and kookaburras were getting started for the day here at my place!

  • @jettron1
    @jettron1 2 года назад

    I haven't seen a huge number of bus conversion videos but this is the best looking one so far, love all the windows. On a side note, I always get a kick out of seeing a Thetford product in these videos because their HQ is in my hometown and my best friend and his dad both work(ed) there.

  • @Roddy_Zeh
    @Roddy_Zeh 2 года назад +2

    This is amazing.
    Really, really would love to do something like this.

  • @rdh-daliasjb3796
    @rdh-daliasjb3796 2 года назад +2

    There doesn't seem to be an Elana Coundrelis channel anymore!

  • @RetiredLovingIt
    @RetiredLovingIt 2 года назад +1

    Nice bus home!

  • @oseibonsuboamah4742
    @oseibonsuboamah4742 2 года назад

    How i wish i had a van house.. pray someone gifts me one

  • @JP-bd4zl
    @JP-bd4zl Год назад

    I would say the magic would happen in the back of the bus?

  • @lynnwilliams7875
    @lynnwilliams7875 2 года назад

    Nice build

  • @Janchaimo1966
    @Janchaimo1966 2 года назад

    Two wows, three thumbs up!👍❤️💕☺️

  • @freddyhardware840
    @freddyhardware840 2 года назад

    Nice. I'm going to install solar panels when I start building mine, but not in the near future.

  • @michasosnowski5918
    @michasosnowski5918 2 года назад +1

    Great built!

  • @tutorwin13
    @tutorwin13 2 года назад

    Good lay out. Stunning! Planning to have one someday because I love travelling🌻

  • @kirra7406
    @kirra7406 2 года назад +1

    Wonderful.

  • @aaliahmonteiro
    @aaliahmonteiro 2 года назад

    This is gorgeous! My absolute favorite. The design, the color coordination and ALL.
    I was worried there was no bathroom and shower at first. Then you showed it, I was like “yes” Now i can comment lol 🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @rae1957tn
    @rae1957tn 2 года назад +6

    It’s beautiful but I would need an A/c.

    • @jamespaul2587
      @jamespaul2587 2 года назад

      Yes, perhaps they will get a portable one at some point that could be plugged in when power is available, or when parked and additional solar panels are opened up

    • @thatcanadiangrandma
      @thatcanadiangrandma 2 года назад +1

      Same. It looks like it could get incredibly hot in there!

    • @thatcanadiangrandma
      @thatcanadiangrandma 2 года назад

      @Elana Coundrelis haha ok! Well thank you so much for explaining. I could never live that dream but it's nice to see others live it. LOVE the whiteness all over, i'm a big fan of the aesthetic. And i think i've spotted vegan sausages on the grill, no? :D If so, hello fellow vegan mate, from Quebec, Canada.

    • @thatcanadiangrandma
      @thatcanadiangrandma 2 года назад

      @Elana Coundrelis I'm on board with that hahaha!

  • @tekidoomo
    @tekidoomo 2 года назад

    Amazing, I really love it💕

  • @als_pals
    @als_pals 2 года назад

    That would be so freezing in UK weather haha. We don't get the luxury of those lovely big windows

  • @luckyfire878
    @luckyfire878 2 года назад +2

    Wow

  • @vk6xcj
    @vk6xcj 2 года назад

    Your bus is very nice :)

  • @Dems411
    @Dems411 2 года назад +2

    nice

  • @eyewonder6448
    @eyewonder6448 2 года назад +5

    If it ever breaks down, it is more of a not so mobile home but still a home...

    • @eyewonder6448
      @eyewonder6448 2 года назад

      @Elana Coundrelis 10 ft² of roof space with 1" of rainfall is 600 gallons of water..
      Many different types of filters to use.
      Plants love the sulfur more than city water

  • @BankruptGreek
    @BankruptGreek 2 года назад +1

    the bathroom door not flapping is such a lie not only does it flap whilst she was showing it off but in the traveling clip you can see it rocking back and forth a little 😂

    • @chrisdevalcourt648
      @chrisdevalcourt648 2 года назад +1

      And if she is deaf like me she won't even hear it!

  • @kathyfann
    @kathyfann 2 года назад

    Wonderful Caper as well if you have a home.