A lot of parents dream of hitting the road in an RV with their kids, but not many families would choose to live that way full time. Well, that’s not the case with today’s featured Tiny House story! Meet are the Longneckers, a family of SIX that have been living full time in an RV for the last 5 years! They started out by downsizing into a fifth wheel trailer, but after a few years on the road, they realized it was too big. Parking their giant trailer was difficult, and they weren’t able to go off-the-beaten track as much as they would have liked. So they downsized once again! This time into a renovated vintage airstream.
TAKE A TOUR OF THIS FAMILY’S INCREDIBLE RENOVATED VINTAGE AIRSTREAM :
COST TO PURCHASE & RENOVATE AN AIRSTREAM
- The Longneckers were able to find a vintage airstream for just $13,000. That’s a steal when you consider the new airstream of the same size could retail for up to $96,000!
- Renovation costs were somewhere around $35,000
- So the total cost is estimated to be $48,000
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FEATURES OF THIS RENOVATED VINTAGE AIRSTREAM:
- Large kitchen
- Solar Power – 400 amp hour batteries
- Bathroom with shower & nature’s head compost toilet
- Desk/Office area so that Jonathan can work on the road
BUT…. WHERE DO THEY ALL SLEEP?
With very limited space in their renovated vintage airstream (only 220 square feet) the Longneckers had to get creative with their interior design. The four children share a sleeping space, with two parallel bunk beds in the middle of the trailer. The parents sleep at the end of the trailer, and every night they have to make their bed by folding down the dining table and re-arranging the couch cushions into a mattress. This process might seem like a pain to some, but sometimes creature comforts have to be sacrificed if you want to live tiny.
WHY LIVE IN AN AIRSTREAM WITH YOUR FAMILY?
The Longneckers have had some amazing experiences over the last five years. They hike and camp in some of the United States’s most beautiful locations, and they home school on the road. As a family, they are closer than most. The kids have formed strong bonds with each other. Everyone is happy, living together on the road, and isn’t that what we all want for our family?
WOULD YOU LIVE IN A TINY HOUSE OR AIRSTREAM WITH YOUR KIDS?
Queen Camilla Breaks Silence On Kate Middleton After Cancer Diagnosis
Kate Middleton’s health has been shrouded in mystery, with sparse updates from Kensington Palace since her stomach surgery in January. Recently, Prince William briefly mentioned her health during official duties. In a recent disclosure, Kate revealed her battle with cancer, though specific details remain private.
During Easter, the family spent three weeks at Anmer Hall in Sandringham, enjoying time together away from the public eye. However, Kate faced scrutiny when an altered Mother’s Day photo circulated, drawing attention.
Queen Camilla, known for navigating media challenges, expressed support for Kate amid the cancer news. She offered encouragement ahead of Kate’s announcement, anticipating the media attention.
In February, Prince William touched upon Kate’s health briefly, but the royal family maintained discretion regarding both Kate and King Charles.
Following a heartwarming encounter where two girls expressed their love for Kate, Queen Camilla assured them that Kate appreciated their kind wishes and support.
Despite the limited updates on Kate Middleton’s health, her recent cancer diagnosis has prompted support from Queen Camilla, who understands the complexities of media scrutiny. Prince William’s brief mention and the family’s Easter retreat at Anmer Hall reflect their solidarity during this challenging time.
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