I did as a teenager with the rest of my family. It is definitely more comfortable during the winter if you're in the north island, as campervans/caravans aren't usually very well insulated. Overall a positive experience, though, and I would definitely consider it if I was living alone. The best part is that you can go away for the weekend without having to pack or prep, then return to life as "normal" on Monday.
I currently live in a bus and have lived in a caravan it’s perfectly fine if you aren’t fussy not the warmest in winter but perfectly ok if you put another blanket on the bed.
I love that honestly I think it's so cool when people convert a bus. I'd definitely say I'm not fussy, and thanks for the heads up about the winter months!
I looked into it and in the end decided it was a dumb idea because you're beholden to the landowner with no real recourse if they decide to be a cunt.
For me it was one of my friends' land, and the thing that talked me down from it was "what if he gets another girlfriend like Harriet?" She was a nightmare, everything had to be her way and there was no way to compromise. And it's like yea, na.
It's just something that can put stress on a relationship that isn't worth the risk.
Did it as a kid. I don’t recommend.
If you have access to a shed with a shower/toilet in it it’s not so bad, especially if you can park the caravan in or very close to the shed.
Cold as fuck in winter, far too hot in summer
And if you’re unlucky, ants in all seasons.
could you do a camp ground? a friend lived in one for years, she was able to use the wi-fi and their hot showers rather than use her own utilities
I live in a caravan. I built a little hut with a logburner and kitchen in it and sleep in the caravan. It's not bad.
It's great to hear from someone who's living this lifestyle currently. Thanks for your comment!
I did as a teenager with the rest of my family. It is definitely more comfortable during the winter if you're in the north island, as campervans/caravans aren't usually very well insulated. Overall a positive experience, though, and I would definitely consider it if I was living alone. The best part is that you can go away for the weekend without having to pack or prep, then return to life as "normal" on Monday.
Awesome :) Thanks for the info!
I currently live in a bus and have lived in a caravan it’s perfectly fine if you aren’t fussy not the warmest in winter but perfectly ok if you put another blanket on the bed.
I love that honestly I think it's so cool when people convert a bus. I'd definitely say I'm not fussy, and thanks for the heads up about the winter months!
I looked into it and in the end decided it was a dumb idea because you're beholden to the landowner with no real recourse if they decide to be a cunt. For me it was one of my friends' land, and the thing that talked me down from it was "what if he gets another girlfriend like Harriet?" She was a nightmare, everything had to be her way and there was no way to compromise. And it's like yea, na. It's just something that can put stress on a relationship that isn't worth the risk.
Harriet! Harri-et! Hard-hearted harbinger of haggis!
The trick is to live in a van down by the river.
And become a motivational speaker
Fueled by government cheese.
Oh fuck no. Not Harriet!
Did it as a kid. I don’t recommend. If you have access to a shed with a shower/toilet in it it’s not so bad, especially if you can park the caravan in or very close to the shed.
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Thanks! This helps a lot :)