Cottage Core Van Tour 🌸 Solo female lives in a dreamy self-converted home on wheels
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- Опубликовано: 3 июл 2024
- Hey you lovelies! 💕
Welcome to my little cottage on wheels!!!! 🤗
My names Josie btw 😊 an English girl.
And I have been building this bus for ... a while now ..
and its finally finished!! I filmed this video after living in my bus for one month... and today I have just realised (by a happy accident) its my two month anniversary of living in here 😍 (I moved in on Star Wars day ... may the 4th be with you 😁) 🤟
Build wise - everything you see - I built from scratch, including most of the soft furnishings.
I was a complete DIY beginner, and I don't pretend that this was an easy task for little old me, but its been so empowering to learn the skills and now after 3 years of hard work I'm so happy with the fruits of my labour.
I recommend it to anyone that wants to give it a go! we can all do hard things ☺️ 🙌
I did pay the pros to help me with a few things however:
- Welding
- Gas
- electrics
- log burner
- diesel heater
- plumbing
(it took me 3 years to have a go at all the woodwork and sewing... I thought perhaps it would take me 10 years if I undertook all of that as well lol 😅) - but I do harbour some regrets on this matter.
* A video reflection :
After watching this video back, I made myself laugh a few times just because of the outrageously posh English phrases I sometimes say in my voice overs (I wonder if you know the ones I mean? ) - said for effect FYI... not sure I know anyone that talks like that in real life lol 😝
Thank you for joining me here in my little corner of the internet 🙌
Bus Off with Josie 💕
✴︎ Meet Bo 🎀 the Bus ✴︎
She's a:
Mercedes Vario 614D
24 seater
2002 plate
4.2 liter
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// Contact me?
💗 busoff.uk@gmail.com
// Who wrote my jingle?
💛 My beautiful talented friend Boo (Fenn)
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// who was the artist of the picture in my bedroom?
💛 Chris Conner
An amazing artist, illustrator and graphic designer
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// who animated my Bus Off logo?
💛 Max
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Think this is my favourite van build of all time.
I think I agree. 😊
I agree!!!!!!
Right! So cute 🙌🏼 🥰 great job!!!
I definitely agree, absolutely stunning ❤ well done and enjoy your travels xxx🎉
Mine toooooooo
This is a fairytale, not a bus. Love it so much ❤
Yes!!!❤
Gonna rec some stories
Omniscient readers viewpoint
Lord of mysteries
Husky and his white cat shizun
Taming the tiger
I have never wanted something so bad. This is one of the best van conversion I have seen in a while. I feel like a little girl watching this. It is like watching a fairytale. SO dreamy ❤
Because you line your cupboards with cute cottage paper, you are going straight to heaven. 😇
😂😍
This is definitely the coziest bus build ever
I love that there’s an actual comfy sofa instead of an uncomfortable storage bench
I agree. I hate the benches!
At no point during the interior tour did it look or feel like a bus. If you told me I was inside a cozy stone cottage I'd believe you. What a creative and innovative build, well done ❤
totally agree!!
If Tinkerbell lived in the real world, this is where she would live. I don't usually like cottage core that much, but this van is sooo cozy!! Btw this dog is a cat in disguise.
AND ITS UPPP!!! OMG this have to be the most beautiful bus conversation ever 🤍 so cozy and dreamy ✨
Ahahah yesss finally !! Thankyou for watching the video ☺️☺️
I have seen hundreds of builds and this is the absolute BEST EVER!!!!
Ohmygosh this is so dreamy! Imagine living in a van like this, just traveling, slow living, and peaceful! It’s to die for, I’m in love 😫
Me too.. inspired me to buy a bus and make it very similar
It's so refreshing to see a van build with personality! Thank you so much for sharing, and I can't wait to follow your adventures.
Literally the only build I’ve watched at normal speed and without skipping through. I love your bus! It actually feels like a home🩷 safe travels and have the best time!💕💕
Hahaha I thought the same thing about me … normally I speed up all videos and I just watched at normal speed and was entertained the whole time
This is the most thoughtful van/bus build that I’ve ever seen. It’s just so evident that a woman was in charge of everything ❤
Oh my gosh 3:00 how funny. Love the van, super cozy, cool theme throughout and well thought out. Lots of power as well! Enjoy it. Tip for solo women vanlifers, only upload once you’ve already left whatever area that is in the video and if at all possible, post 2 weeks out for safety reasons. You are delightful.
The absolutely cutest “tour video” that I have ever seen.
love this build so shabby chic, a style I love...and it's so personal....love love love it.
This is the most beautiful and hilarious bus tour I ever seen.
I absolutely agree on both points.
It looks like a fairy house 🥹I’m so glad to see the whole tour 😭😭
This is one of the most beautiful ethereal van build. Practical AND so lovely and creative.
This is the most dreamiest van I have literally ever seen!! I love the sheep in the field!
Nice and cozy. First time to see the lovely bedroom with folding glass divider leading to the comfy sofa. ❤
Glad you liked it!!
This is easily the CUTEST bus build i've ever seen! So practical, so whimsical. I love the entire thing. So adorable.
Your apology about the messy drawers and cabinets brought a big smile to my face. If that was messy, I would be ashamed of my workroom. You are so tidy, organized, feminine, pink, sweet, creative, do-it-yourself, nature lover, warm, cozy, dog hugger and the most socially free woman I know. And I love it.
You are an absolute delight. Such a great video and the perfect amount of cheekiness. Your personality really shines through. Looking forward to the next one. Bravo!
Love your home, your pup, and especially your wit and charm! Had to subscribe to see all your future adventures!! Go take the world by storm! ❤
Such a beautiful home!!! It's the first van build that i feel i could actually live there and loving life!! You did an amazing job!!
Most magical build ever. I can't wait to watch your adventures! I'm stuck in bed 24/7, so I'm grateful to people like you for giving me a look at the world. ❤
This is the most whimsical and lovely space full of character I have ever seen! My jaw was on the floor! Thank you so much for sharing it!☺️🌸
A mazzzing. Nothing cookie cutter here. Made with creativity and love. Best bus EVERRRR
Ok, I think most agree this is like the most adorable build ever! But can we talk about the recycled shower water! Like what!!! I have NEVER heard of anything like that in any build and it sounds amazing. To not waste the water and simply filter back as you are bathing is super cool! And the bathroom becomes one big room. The door design although confusing at first is super neat! I love everything about this build, but I must say the old maps for wallpaper in the cab is a double thumbs up!
Right? Sooo soo innovative and yes we need to know about the refiltering and also would it be bad to ask exactly what it cost you to do cause I still want to dream……hahaha
This is not a van. This is Heaven. Such a kickass job. So beautiful and serene. The ambience you've created is unreal. ❤
This production value is way too good to be this under appreciated. I can’t wait to see your channel get as huge as it deserves!
I seriously can't decide with part of the bus is my favourite cause I'm obsessed with the idea of every corner you made ohh so beautiful 🤍
Stunning...
My daughter will make me build one for her!
Better still, we can build it together 😊
I truly love your beautiful cosy bus and the way you divided your tiny home for you and your furbaby. 😘🐝🇬🇧
Oh my gosh girl you are a hoot you made me smile and even giggle! Such a nice shabby chic build! It’s very pretty and the dog, well the dog is just perfect!
OH MY GOD!! 😍😍😍 this is the absolute most beautiful and well thought out bus build I have ever seen! What a wonderful job! I’m very envious ❤️🌠
This is actually a really cute van . Usually when I see van builds they look alot alike . Great job ! Fucking adorable! Like the texture the added on corbels the trifold to go in the bedroom never seen that before and the doors it’s like a New York apartment 😂
I am incredibly jealous!! I am a 70 year old woman and so regret that I didn't take the opportunity to do something like this when I was young. Back in my day a woman travelling solo like this would have been an oddity. Your bus conversion is exceptional and really reflects your personality. I think it speaks to a lot of woman because whether we love modern decor, industrial, cottage, we all like a little whimsy. Good luck on your travels and have a wonderful time. I will come along for the ride! Deborah
Hi - I have been watching van life videos for about 3 years now and although I have seen some great designs, I have to say that ‘BY FAR’ is the best I have ever seen - I absolutely love it - my dream design! Well done!
I so agree with all the lovely comments. You've done a fabulous job Josie. Your home is cosy and inviting, pretty and full of vintage charm...I love the papered inside cupboards and the crochet pieces throughout! I feel like crocheting a steering wheel cover now, lol..
I look forward to following your adventures...love from New Zealand..🌻🧡🌻
Jar 1 = Forrest dirt (if not, then coffee grounds)
Jar 2 = Oats perhaps
Jar 3 = Grains, look at you bein all healthy
Jar 4 = Flour (or sugar, but I'm goin with flour)
LUUUVVV the van and all the decor and charm! But your personality is what makes your van so fantastically fun. :D
the first ones are definitely lentils
Yay thanks for playing my game ! ☺️☺️🙌
You guess 4 correctly ✅
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And so pleased you liked my van! And Thankyou for the kind words about my dorky personality ahahah ☺️☺️🤓
I think this is my favourite YT video of all time!! ❤❤ Thank you Josie. I just LOVE IT!! 🤩👏🏻👏🏻🥰🤗. Safe travels! 💓💐
favorite van build, it's like the fairy home that i watched from fairytale movies when i was a child
A cottage on wheels - beautiful
I can’t even believe how beautiful this is! And it was really nice to see it when you had dinner guests! Absolutely magical
1. Lentils, 2. oats 3. brown rice 4. sugar, bonus : pistachios. I love your little cottage
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@@BusOffwithJosiehahaha it went too quick for me but defs pistachio and sugar oh and coffee
Those shutters are brilliant, never seen anything like that before. Love the cosy decor. Looks like a cottage and makes you forget you are actually living in a van. Love your sense of humor too. Josie you are truly gifted and I think you could probably turn your hand to anything your mind thinks up.
The bus is gorgeous! You did an amazing job. Wishing you lots of happy memories.
This is the most beautiful, whimsical van/bus self-build I have EVER seen! WHOA!! I know you must be very proud that every inch of it has your personal touch. Looking forward to following vicariously along your journey!
This is just the most beautiful,cosy and cute van build ever ever ever❤❤❤❤you are so talented
It's incredible. 😍 I love seeing it decorated throughout the seasons!
OMG !! How DREAMY. 💞🌸💞🌸💞🌸 I absolutely LOVE 💗 your Bus. She is 100% Perfect in every way possible.
Woohooo! Looks so freaking good Jos! Thank you for the tag and mention ❤
Thank YOU for the amazing art 😍😍😍
You don't only own a dreamy and beautiful cottage core van, but also a bubbly personality and endearing sense of humor! I mean it, I would listen to your storytelling all day long. Love it! 🌷
#1 lentils, #2 white rice, #3 brown rice, #4 sugar, and then pistachios. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!🤗💕
nice job remembering. i was thinking #1 was flax seed.
Yessss Thankyou for playing my game ☺️🙌
So here are the results ☺️
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The Bonus of pistachios you got right ☺️
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Bo is a dream! Confession: after binging all your previous videos, I attempted to build your van in the Sims. Given the constraints of the game, it's more an homage than a replica, but the point is, you're an inspiration. Looking forward to your adventures! ❤
Love this!!!
That’s the coziest and comfiest looking van ever, and I’ve seen a lot of vans!
I don't know how anyone could improve upon the function , charm, and beauty of this build. Your vision for it is increible.
Honestly, this is something out of a fairytale. I can't even state how much I love the mood of your bus. It's enchanting, romantic and cozy. I love the colors, the fairy lights, the cottage design. It's just perfection! The best van/bus I've ever seen. ❤
Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant! Bravo all round- quirkly beautiful, super cosy, and having made a properly comfy sofa and decent bathroom too.
Better planned than some bigger buses.
Winnie is a real bonus 😊
This is absolutely darling. Your decor speaks to my heart and you should be proud of yourself for this accomplishment, and creative use if space. Ten out of ten😍
I'm not gonna lie, this is the cutest van built I've ever seen! It's big, but not massive, it has everything you need and the mirrors are genius to create an open and light atmosphere! Love it!
Asthetic of your little Bo is just amazing!!! I absolutely love everything you have done in her! Bravo, and well done!!! Enjoy your travels, and... safe travels!!! Just wow!!!❤❤❤
I don’t know why you are feeling some type of way about the video….. great job 🙌🏼 thanks for sharing ❤ I found your channel when you were making the couch. Been here and Instagram ever since. You are doing an amazing job!!! Looks so good, cozy and comfy 🥰 love!
You should be so proud! 🫶🏼
I love your conversion. It is cute and quirky and so full of personality. Even your dog matches your aesthetic. ❤ I look forward to watching your adventures.
the bedroom views section of the video is so magical, its giving mystical vibes like a magic window!! so so sooo cute and 100% Pinterest / Instagram worthy pictures right there especially that castle view one!
I am just amazed…all the brilliant choices you made. I love that the sofa butts up to the bed. I haven’t seen that before. The way the toilet door doubles to seal off the rest of the bus is so clever. All the little things you did make a big impact. No wonder it took you 3 years to build…it’s wonderful. It’s so cozy (especially that pink sofa) and homey. By far my favorite.
Well done Josie ❤👏🏾👏🏾
Thankyou ☺️☺️
This is the best bus built I have ever seen. Also, you are an entertaining host. The van is BEAUTIFUL. Great job.
This bus is soo vintage yet fairytale at the same time. It’s soo cute and cozy. Love it ❤❤
I have watched well over 100 builds and this is by far the most homey and comfortable build. I love the colours and the decor, the style is totally me. Absolutely amazing…….
It’s finally here!🎉🎉
Ahahah so pleased I got it done lol
@@BusOffwithJosie it’s a very pleasant video!
So Wonderful!!! Dear girl you bring glimpses of Paradise on Earth. A big hug from Italy ❤
I don't think I've ever seen such a beautiful van! Like seriously all of my inner child is crying at how beautiful everything is watching this video
this van is such a dream!! it almost feels like you're living in a treehouse!! (if u dont imagine that it's a van!) apart from that, it's giving: Tinkerbell vibes!! i love it so much!!
This has everything you could ever want or need. I think I'm going to use some of your ideas like the private bedroom.
This is THE most charming build I have ever seen. I love this build. This young lady is adorable. I just love everything she has done. I want her to design a bus for me.
My goodness! If that’s not the most gorgeous bus I’ve ever seen. No fabulous. You’ve done an amazing job. You must be so proud of yourself, as you should be. You will be the envy of many with this stunning build 😍😍
I love everything about this video: the inside details of the bus, and the humorous nature of the creator-Josie. Great van build!
You are such a smart lady, and very very creative. Love the layout.
I love your van! The mirror doors make it feel bigger!
hayatım da gördüğüm en iyi karavan içinde aylarca sıkılmadan kalabilirim. mükemmel tasarım.
This was the most beautiful bus I've ever seen.
That bedroom dancing took me out…😂😂 Love your tiny home, its adorbs!!😍 ❤️
I absolutely love your attention to details. Cute build.
YOU VE GOT SO GOOD TASTE .......NOBODY ELSE TRANSFORMED A BUS INTO SOMETHING LIKE THIS ! BRAVO !
She built a bus that matches her perfectly. Beautiful. She also has amazing hair.
Truly a beautiful build and I love the separate bed space. Well done! Safe travels
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE, LOVE THIS BUILD! Amazing job! Congratulations! So jealous!!!
Love your home. Pink! So precious! Doggie too!💗yay Winnie! Full bathroom! Comfy couch! Bedroom! I’m enthralled.
I have watched so many builds that I've developed fatigue from seeing so many. Not with this one, I was amazed and riveted the whole time and watched the whole way through. This is amazing!
1 lentils
2 oats
3 protein flakes
4 sugar
I think 2 are nutrision yeast and 3 are soy granulate
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Congratulations on finishing the bus! 🥳 It's come out super cosy, Josie!
I'm looking forwards to some nice travel logs, especially if you go down south to Cornwall, Devon, Dartmoor so maybe I can get some good ideas of places to visit when I go visit my bestie next summer, who lives in the south. ❤
This home feels like a magical dreamland 🪴💗
Oh my goodness gracious! You did an absolutely phenomenal, almost unbelievable turn around on this bus!
Honestly.....I've got tears of envy right now😢 I love it so much!!👏👏👏👏
I love love your home
I think I might be your #1 fan! You are so entertaining and your bus is gorgeous! The esthetic is a dream! Just my style too! I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a bit jealous! 🥰 You've done an amazing job! I can't wait to see all of your upcoming adventures!
the woodworking you did looks absolutely stunning
Incredible bus Josie, I absolutely love it! I t looks so relaxing and peaceful in there, you did a fantastic job!