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  • Опубликовано: 3 фев 2024
  • Welcome to our Vanlife Vlog! Where we travel, and live full-time with our THREE dogs, Kissy, Koi, and Ziggy!
    This is our very long and overdue van tour! We have been traveling and living in this van since 2019 and we are finally showcasing our home on wheels. We put so much blood, sweat, and tears into our first home and we hope you enjoy it! This van is fully equipped with an off grid solar electrical system and professional plumbing system. It also comes with so many unique features and hidden elements as well as an outdoor shower and toilet!
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Комментарии • 230

  • @ledatully8371
    @ledatully8371 Месяц назад +14

    A wet bar and full oven to bake cookies vs shower...priorities 😂

  • @monicadob6152
    @monicadob6152 3 месяца назад +23

    One of the best layouts van. I am envious I am not young (81). Wishing you happy traveling. 🎉

  • @andya1976m
    @andya1976m 3 месяца назад +59

    The van is beautiful, but without a indoor shower is not luxury 😁. I build my shower first, after everything else. 😝

    • @dewdrop1994
      @dewdrop1994 11 дней назад +1

      Like you, I would want an indoor shower. But everyone has a different idea of what luxury is. Sounds like luxury for this couple is storage and a big bed. I think they mostly use park facilities. Otherwise, showering outdoors in a swimsuit or naked with a shower curtain still gets the job done with no loss of precious space.

  • @sharonsegal9784
    @sharonsegal9784 3 месяца назад +16

    Lovely van build, just missing an indoor shower

    • @Mary-tj5qx
      @Mary-tj5qx 3 месяца назад

      But not missing the moisture an indoor shower creates. I've met loads of people now with class B's and not one of them uses the shower. Ends up being a storage closet. Something to think about if you are thikning about getting one.

    • @sharonsegal9784
      @sharonsegal9784 3 месяца назад +2

      I would put the shower near the door with fan very near but love your van anyway

  • @isabelavendano9611
    @isabelavendano9611 3 часа назад

    Outside shower is the BEST!!!!

  • @thedaddechannel
    @thedaddechannel 3 месяца назад +6

    Can't get over that secret drawer. Loved the custom woodwork drawers & hardware and the counter space. Best van tour ever but I can't believe you both didn't notice that all your stuff is gone! Even after Sarah's magic trick! Anyway, you seem delighted and I know that was a lot of work to get it all cleaned out like new for us. Enjoy your fresh organized home. Also, I know you realize just how lucky you both are to just have each other for your journey.

  • @Mary-tj5qx
    @Mary-tj5qx 3 месяца назад +5

    Maybe the best combination of form and function I've seen in a van. Well done, guys. You've also incorporated really high quality/best-in-class features and components, while avoiding putting in a bunch of useless stuff (like a shower) that creates a lot of complexity, takes up a lot of space, and nobody ends up using. Even the clip on awning, brilliant! really nicely done!

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад

      Wow thank you for this!! Greatly appreciate it.

  • @tanyaconlan6285
    @tanyaconlan6285 Месяц назад +5

    I was loving it right up to the wardrobe, which i was hoping would be one that converts into a shower, but I was disappointed to see it was the only space that was wasted. It could have easily been a converted shower/toilet/wardrobe... wasted space!

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  Месяц назад +4

      Thanks for your input! We loved our build ♥️ it was perfect for us!

  • @tamirule4216
    @tamirule4216 Месяц назад +1

    The secret drawer❣️🤩

  • @sonyacurti
    @sonyacurti 3 дня назад

    ❤❤❤❤the outdoor shower!!!!

  • @christopherjustin3939
    @christopherjustin3939 20 дней назад +1

    Beautiful. I'd switch out the closet for a bathroom then perfect.

  • @annierose9378
    @annierose9378 Месяц назад +3

    It’s perfect except for a shower ❤

  • @lisamcclurg8284
    @lisamcclurg8284 Месяц назад +2

    I love your van layout and decor! I would prefer to have an indoor shower, but all in all, it's pretty cool. Do you build for other people? 😀

  • @TheGMRGIRL
    @TheGMRGIRL 3 месяца назад +4

    Love it!! Favorite part of your van is the fact that you have 3 full large breed doggos! My husband and I want to do this but currently have 7 rescues. We would definitely need bigger and make a section just for the dogs - Can you imagine!
    You guys are an inspiration - Your van is perfect in every way! Style, comfort, ease and STORAGE!!!!

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад +1

      Wow this comment made me so happy!! Thank you!! And RV life for all the dogs!!♥️♥️

    • @kittenbrave1003
      @kittenbrave1003 3 месяца назад +1

      Make the underbed storage a dog area😊... You will just have to run them a couple of times a day😅

    • @TheGMRGIRL
      @TheGMRGIRL 3 месяца назад

      @@kittenbrave1003 That is a good idea

  • @dewdrop1994
    @dewdrop1994 11 дней назад

    I’m not able to be a van traveler so I live vicariously through watching van tours on line. I have to say that this is one of, if not the best use of space I have ever seen with no sacrifice of aesthetics. Love that your dogs are part of your van life. And that garage is amazing. Enjoy your travels!

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  11 дней назад +1

      Wow you’re so kind 😭♥️ thank you!! Cheers!

  • @BenjaminHansen
    @BenjaminHansen 2 месяца назад +3

    I love how one can stuff a body under the counter. lol

  • @sandyblanco5031
    @sandyblanco5031 3 месяца назад

    Loved it! Thanks for sharing!

  • @skm203
    @skm203 Месяц назад +3

    Really nice van layout in that small space. I’m impressed. But agree with many comments - it needs a shower but not sure where you’d put it!

  • @sharimctiver8952
    @sharimctiver8952 2 месяца назад +1

    Very beautiful van that is also highly functional. Great job!!

  • @adrianajones7181
    @adrianajones7181 3 месяца назад +1

    I love the flip up stove cover, the wood ceiling, nice bedroom outside lights, love the bike rack, the roof deck, not too sure about the outside shower, but it is a great alternative that you have come up with and love all the details that added “depth” 😊 and character. Very nice.

  • @deniseandreed
    @deniseandreed 4 месяца назад +2

    Forever obsessed with this build!! So well done you two!

  • @visionurdream
    @visionurdream 7 дней назад

    I liked all the little touches created to simplify van life like:
    -Air Heater under passenger seat,
    -Designed wood wall separator btw areas,
    -500 lb tp slideout for housing tp and use for step to bed,
    -Upgrade to sliding door handle for ease,
    - Installed same cedar (painted different color than ceiling boards) and added box on end and installed on/off switch to porch-outdoor, flood-like lighting for nighttime,
    -Smaller fans for solar panels,
    -Rooftop Deck & w/Starlink holder perm installed to it,
    -Back doors open entirely,
    - Extra tire partly on side and tip of roof. (Could this also help as a bumper for dent protection?),
    -Shelving with rod and deep sink for holding & watering plenty of house low light plants,
    -Bike rack perm attached,
    -Tow hitch with step to place bikes & help w making bed,
    -Counter top matched and fitted over stove for added counter space with push up button to hold in place when up, and the flip up for extended counter space too.
    So many features. I took notes throughout your informative video. There were so many neat features. Thank you for sharing your beautiful, luxury van build. It looks like it was built well, with a home feeling, and with fun & ❤ love & heart, too!

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  7 дней назад

      Wow this is amazing!! Thanks for taking the time we love to see others appreciate our build. Cheers!

  • @daveturner3987
    @daveturner3987 4 месяца назад

    Thank you Sarah and Brandon brilliant presentation both of you,always a pleasure watching and listening to your podcasts 👍👏🫶

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  4 месяца назад +1

      So glad you loved it!! Thanks for the support!!

  • @MinervaVillanueva-zv9qv
    @MinervaVillanueva-zv9qv Месяц назад

    beautiful van i love it, Thanks for sharing!

  • @Valerygallery
    @Valerygallery 19 дней назад

    Love your van. You have so many little extras in there. Especially that hiding place for sarah. LOL❤

  • @lynnwalker
    @lynnwalker 3 месяца назад

    Wow! You guys did an amazing job on this build. Congratulations. There are so many things I love about it!

  • @gaynorphyllis6733
    @gaynorphyllis6733 3 месяца назад

    Well said. Da iawn. We stand with you.

  • @mickeyrizo2071
    @mickeyrizo2071 2 месяца назад

    Very nice job and presentation of your van. Thank you.

  • @sylviahaskvitz3879
    @sylviahaskvitz3879 2 месяца назад

    Love your van. The best I have seen for aesthetics and functionality. I love the care and thought that went into each detail. You thought of everything!

  • @nancyosmun3664
    @nancyosmun3664 Месяц назад

    My favorite part of the van is its length and the oven! Nice JOB!!!😊

  • @conniegnesda9720
    @conniegnesda9720 3 месяца назад

    Oh yeah, I could definitely live in this van! Well done folks!

  • @shirleythomas3416
    @shirleythomas3416 Месяц назад

    I love your van so much ❤

  • @joannedobkin3363
    @joannedobkin3363 3 месяца назад

    I love this. Amazing job.

  • @sherrynorth1293
    @sherrynorth1293 3 месяца назад +2

    Your van is beautiful !! Have you thought about getting screens for the side and back door for bugs ?

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад +1

      Yes! We have screens we can put on and remove. Must have for a van!

  • @Cass-po9vv
    @Cass-po9vv 2 месяца назад

    Absolutely brilliant! Wish I could buy the building plans for designs like this! Great job you two!

  • @user-cr8wc7gg2e
    @user-cr8wc7gg2e 2 месяца назад

    Sweet Baby Rays sauce in the fridge..LOVE it!!

  • @user-qk9mp4fe6j
    @user-qk9mp4fe6j 3 месяца назад

    Love this😊

  • @Healthylivingwithwendi
    @Healthylivingwithwendi Месяц назад

    I love your van!!

  • @danielcouturier6037
    @danielcouturier6037 Месяц назад

    Best van tour ever!!

  • @michellerolle7632
    @michellerolle7632 29 дней назад

    Very nice Van you guy’s thought of everything it’s like a luxury home on wheels I love it .

  • @marciroymr
    @marciroymr 3 месяца назад +2

    I really love your van and all the work that you put into it. I want a van designed just like this. Also, shout out to you guys for making your van tour fun and playful. 😂😂😂( don’t disturb the gremlin)

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад +1

      Awh thank you!!! We are big on everything having multiple purposes! Glad you enjoyed it !

    • @marciaroy1015
      @marciaroy1015 3 месяца назад

      @@livinginadvancedo you guys have a time and price in mind for the sell of the van?

  • @laurajphillips
    @laurajphillips Месяц назад

    Fantastic set up!

  • @LilyBecca
    @LilyBecca 3 месяца назад

    I love that she climbed into the cubby. Perfect hiding spot if you really want to freak someone out, lol.

  • @jodycoyote3916
    @jodycoyote3916 3 месяца назад

    Fantastic van

  • @user-qf4pd4ml1o
    @user-qf4pd4ml1o 2 месяца назад +2

    Yes, beautiful build, but instead of that closet, I would have done a wet bath.

  • @DVaccarelli1988
    @DVaccarelli1988 4 месяца назад +7

    At the time this van was brand new, the normal high roof was the highest roof option offered for the Ram ProMaster, but starting with the 2023 model year, there is now a super high roof option offered for the 159" EXT ProMaster.

  • @dinal389
    @dinal389 3 месяца назад

    Beautiful 👍👍

  • @ritanooney865
    @ritanooney865 29 дней назад

    The mug hanging thingy is super cool!

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  29 дней назад

      It is one of my favorite details!

    • @bevgunson1486
      @bevgunson1486 24 дня назад

      Your whole van is my favorite detail!‼️

  • @moonchild7456
    @moonchild7456 3 месяца назад +1

    It's gorgeous. I would have preferred to see the cupboards stocked than empty.

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад

      I’m sorry we cleaned it out to sell it!

  • @dallasczechgal5332
    @dallasczechgal5332 3 месяца назад +6

    OHHHHH MY GOSH! I CANNOT BELEIVE Sarah fit into that cabinet area :o SHOCKED! Hey- It can be her escape room!

  • @shaunmoller2997
    @shaunmoller2997 3 месяца назад

    Flippen nice van thanks for sharing

  • @heidilanier3090
    @heidilanier3090 3 месяца назад

    Love the whole thing

  • @AmazingGrace911
    @AmazingGrace911 3 месяца назад

    Considering this lifestyle! ✴️🌞🌻💟

  • @jeffreycoloma8472
    @jeffreycoloma8472 3 месяца назад

    Excellent build

  • @brmnews
    @brmnews 3 месяца назад

    You both are the most beautiful and cute couple in the RUclips in the camper van category.

  • @benten1453
    @benten1453 3 месяца назад

    Great build

  • @robp3431
    @robp3431 3 месяца назад

    Wonderful touches to make it truly unique and home-like ! Since you sold this beauty, will you be building another ?

  • @alwayswandering52531
    @alwayswandering52531 3 месяца назад

    Beautiful van

  • @hapaart
    @hapaart 3 месяца назад

    plants my fav. make a rack clip on on the outside of sliding door, place plants there? Pizza oven, storage when not in use then fresh basil from plants.....

  • @calvinrieger8615
    @calvinrieger8615 Месяц назад

    best !!!

  • @user-qk9mp4fe6j
    @user-qk9mp4fe6j 3 месяца назад

    Great 👍

  • @rogerjob2780
    @rogerjob2780 3 месяца назад

    Thanks guys. 😉🚍⚓️🇬🇧🍷🍷👍

  • @dennisbravo2612
    @dennisbravo2612 3 месяца назад

    🎉 lovely I like it you're lovely couples 😂😂😂❤❤😂

  • @sonyacurti
    @sonyacurti 3 дня назад

    Why are the drawers empty?? Where do you shower??? I love everything ❤ beautiful work.

  • @laurie2383
    @laurie2383 3 месяца назад +1

    Love the whole van build!! I have a Winnebago Travato 2023 59k and would love to gut and have it redesigned exactly like yours .Any desire to tackle that idea?
    Just lobbing it out there😊

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад +1

      Yes! Email me at vancationbuilds@gmail.com

  • @judithgould4363
    @judithgould4363 3 месяца назад +3

    This is a beautiful well built van congrats and happy travelling

  • @TeutonicNordwind
    @TeutonicNordwind 20 дней назад +4

    This is one of the best builds I have ever seen.(and I have watched a LOT of vids lol)
    We have the same van in ceramic grey and will be starting the build before summer is over. The hidden drawer within the drawer bottom is brilliant. Also love the hidden range with the fold-up counter backsplash and the dining/couch combo area is great.
    Nice finish look to that overhead cubby too. I could go on and on. It is obvious how much thought you guys put into this layout. Nothing is wasted. It's amazing you fit that closet space!
    I am trying to integrate the ability to shower/drain into our design without dedicating the space exclusively for the shower.
    Can I ask you...a link or manufacturer of the little premade shelf with the keyhooks from Amazon? It says link in description but I can't seem to find that sleek piece on their site with any of my descriptions.
    Cheers! Dan & Cheryl in the mitten

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  19 дней назад +2

      Thank you so much! That means a lot, and yes we put a lot of thought into this build! We linked the folding hook shelf but it’s not longer available, I’m sorry! We’ve also tried finding an alternative but to no avail. So many have been asking! Good luck on your build, if you ever need help please reach out!

  • @islandelectricnc
    @islandelectricnc 3 месяца назад

    Awesome Van I love it Do you wanna class C lol

  • @flynn_davis
    @flynn_davis 25 дней назад

    what kind of stove/oven combo is that? Also, great build!

  • @canadasweetie
    @canadasweetie Месяц назад

    Beautiful van. What breed of dogs do you guys have?

  • @einanderer2738
    @einanderer2738 3 месяца назад

    If I was a millionaire and young (71), I would order an European version (yet with an indoor shower). So great! 🤗

  • @AdventureswithMrVato
    @AdventureswithMrVato 3 месяца назад

    I know u said the key holder you got on Amazon can you provide a link. Thanks. Love your van.

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад

      Unfortunately they don’t sell it anymore I’m sorry!

  • @janebutler808
    @janebutler808 3 месяца назад

    What do you do for a/c when its hot ?

  • @tonigainey789
    @tonigainey789 3 месяца назад

    Love it! Do you have an outside shower only?

  • @user-kb7cb6fi3n
    @user-kb7cb6fi3n 3 месяца назад

    Your van is beautiful, but yes, I would want a shower.

  • @user-xo2qx5ut8y
    @user-xo2qx5ut8y 3 месяца назад

    Hello sir, i am your channel follower and i watched your all Vlog. I really love them. But now, i decide to purchase a RV, can u tell me why u do not set a washing machine or dryer in your vehicle? Especially the machine which can combine both of the functions and the size is compact?

  • @marybethuretz5865
    @marybethuretz5865 3 месяца назад

    hopefully the Dawn dishsoap is there for something else, it won't be acceptable for gray water if you are actually using it.

  • @TeutonicNordwind
    @TeutonicNordwind 7 дней назад

    If you haven't already, you guys deserve to be winning some awards for your layout/design features! I think I have watched 3 or 4 times already and my wife, a couple times. We are getting ready to start a build on the exact same van ('23) in the Ceramic Grey. Can I ask you if you have a link or supplier name of the modified/upgraded side sliding door handle?

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  6 дней назад

      Thank you so much!! This is the best comment wow. We appreciate it. And it’s from Open Glass Van Mods! openglass.store/products/promasterhandle

    • @TeutonicNordwind
      @TeutonicNordwind 6 дней назад

      @@livinginadvance Thanks so much!
      PS Too funny when Sarah climbs into the bottom cabinet and does her gremlin bit 🤣

  • @kiramelita56
    @kiramelita56 3 месяца назад

    💙🍃

  • @ilibana
    @ilibana 2 месяца назад

    Haha! Makes me question whether you really live in it - seeing as everything’s empty!
    And did you say you have 3 dogs??!! That’s nuts!!

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  2 месяца назад +1

      Haha lived in it for 4 years and cleaned it out to sell!

  • @marystankiewicz2523
    @marystankiewicz2523 10 дней назад

    I know you got your key hookah amazon but I can’t find it, any ideas? I love love your van build, so special❤

  • @terricovington1
    @terricovington1 3 месяца назад

    Where did you get the key holder with shelf?

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад

      On Amazon but unfortunately they don’t sell it anymore 🫣🫠

  • @RosalieMurray-yq6or
    @RosalieMurray-yq6or 3 месяца назад +1

    It's beautiful, but I think I'd really need a shower. Why are all the draws and cabinets empty?

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад +1

      Understood! And it was all cleaned out because we were deep cleaning it to sell(:

  • @tinaterrell9012
    @tinaterrell9012 3 месяца назад +1

    How much did this cost to turn it into this amazing van/home?

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад +1

      About $30k for the build minus the van!

  • @ritanooney865
    @ritanooney865 29 дней назад

    3 dogs, interesting

  • @angelahilliard3323
    @angelahilliard3323 Месяц назад

    Absolutely perfect except no wet bath 😢

  • @sonyacurti
    @sonyacurti 3 дня назад

  • @tinaterrell9012
    @tinaterrell9012 3 месяца назад

    Yes!!! Is it for sale????

  • @karenfranz7262
    @karenfranz7262 Месяц назад

    👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @jamesd7448
    @jamesd7448 Месяц назад

    Do you have a link to that tray with the hooks above your sink? I want it for my house 😃

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  Месяц назад

      Unfortunately they don’t sell it anymore! We’ve looked everywhere. It was on Amazon!

    • @jamesd7448
      @jamesd7448 Месяц назад

      Oh bummer

  • @raynaivanova7969
    @raynaivanova7969 3 месяца назад

    What is this Gallon...tell in liters please

  • @crissiewells9991
    @crissiewells9991 4 месяца назад

    What is the width of your countertops?

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  4 месяца назад +1

      20” on the sink side and 22” for the wet bar. We did shorter than most builds because it’s nice to have a bigger walk way!

  • @aimvero7166
    @aimvero7166 Месяц назад

    How do they shower??

  • @user-cc6ir1mu6g
    @user-cc6ir1mu6g 3 месяца назад

    You’re selling it so price, please or is it already sold??

  • @NoRegrets.
    @NoRegrets. 3 месяца назад

    Is it still for sale and where?

  • @juliekruse3413
    @juliekruse3413 3 месяца назад +1

    Is this for sale? If so, how much?

  • @truebluedots4776
    @truebluedots4776 26 дней назад

    How your cupboards don't fly open when you driving?!

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  25 дней назад +1

      They have gas struts on the cabinets and baby locks on the drawers!

  • @jtb8155
    @jtb8155 Месяц назад

    Your van is beautiful, but not having an indoor shower would make full time living difficult. Also, how do you keep the van cool enough to leave your dogs during the hot summer?
    Is there a reason all your possessions are removed? I assume you don’t live in the van full time. I don’t know how you fit 2 people and 3 massive dogs, in your space, for long periods of time, and in all weather.

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  Месяц назад +1

      We follow the weather! So we make sure we’re always in mild weather so we’re all content. Worst case scenario if it ever gets hot we’d get an Airbnb or hotel. But with the vent fan on in mild weather it feels GREAT. Also we sold everything we owned minus our sentimental things which we kept at a family member’s house. Easy peasy when you start out as minimalist already!

  • @user-eh1xl7no8o
    @user-eh1xl7no8o Месяц назад

    Would need A/C

  • @sallyvalley3179
    @sallyvalley3179 3 месяца назад +8

    I can only imagine how it must smell with all them dogs sleeping in your bed. It amazes me how many folks let their pets sleep in their bed. I don't know how many times I've had patients covered in dog/cat hair and ohhhhh THE SMELL would burn my nostril hairs. And heres the kicker, some patients would even bring fleas to the clinic

    • @livinginadvance
      @livinginadvance  3 месяца назад +4

      I can assure you we don’t have fleas 🤣🤣

    • @ruthomom
      @ruthomom 3 месяца назад +2

      I love my dogs and they sleeping in my bed 😂

    • @LuperpediaFoundationAmsterdam
      @LuperpediaFoundationAmsterdam 2 месяца назад +1

      And they smell like a fresh snow breeze and of love

    • @LilyBecca
      @LilyBecca Месяц назад +1

      I feel the same way about stinky dogs, but not all dogs shed or are stinky. My son's pit bull never sheds and never smells, and I love snuggling with him in bed. On the other hand, I have a friend with Australian Sheppard dogs, and I can barely breathe when I step into her house, it stinks so bad. The hair is also everywhere. Anytime she prepares food, you are 100% guaranteed to find dog hair in it.