Bricklayer lives in Tiny Van & Enjoys the Simple Life | Full time Van Life

[@tompayton84]

I’m 24 and planning on doing this imminently, sick of the system, sick of not being able to afford my own place on a full time wage and having to forever live at my parents, sick of the cost of living! Time to break the shackles as you say mark

[@datguycurtis371]

Go for it!

[@Joeblogs111]

You got nothing to lose go for it.

[@danielmoran9902]

I don't know where you live, but head for Cumbria: theres hardly anyone there and it feel's massive. It will feel like it's all yours, a good place to stop....and then start after a good think. Best of luck, right behind you, actually.

[@taichihead42]

And why can you not afford anything? Because your corrurpt government has brought most of the Third world to live in your country. Enjoy the diversity. Enjoy living in a can while a family from India get a home.

[@taichihead42]

@@MadMarkThePopularLoner Happy days while a migrant has a home. You piss taker.

[@boxtruckhouse]

I am a bass player who lives in a Box Truck here in Nashville, Tennessee. I think people from every walk of life would enjoy living in a van or box truck house. Architecturally, it's AWESOME!

[@jn45672]

"Been Successful" is when your truly happy and content in life, it ain't all about numbers and money

[@Drifterteetea]

Success is about (especially if you're old and ugly) having enough money and power to tap the hot shallow poontang, and own loads of expensive gadgets n siht

[@flyingthor2650]

nope@@Drifterteetea

[@demo3456]

Amen man I hope we all get to experience that kind of success

[@benp5528]

You’re 100% right

[@brettmanvalleyvan]

I was plaster the wife a nurse in 2018 we built a van (lwb sprinter), in 2020 we jacked our jobs sold our house and have been travelling the UK and Europe ever since, it really was the best move we ever made, we'll never go back to bricks . Sending love, peace and good energy to this beautiful soul 🙏🏻 ❤️

[@nev7711]

I have cycled around Europe for months at a time. A tent was my home and two pannier bags. Never been happier. My luxury was having a shower and a beer. I was never lonely, meeting so many friendly people and being away from the media world we live in. The construct of the consumer and mortgage world is for others to make money out of us, especially the banking system.

[@liveration]

Love that

[@annasad]

How is it going now 😂 ? After 1 year

[@nev7711]

@@annasad Back home with a minimal consumer lifestyle. I've now got a great job working outside on a golf course on a low wage. Best wishes

[@DigiDiver]

Worked 3 years as a scuba instructor on a Thai Fishing trawler running liveaboard diving holidays from Phuket up to the Similain Islands. A silk hammoch, two pairs of shorts, T Shirts and a toothbrush. The shower was a bucket and saucepan. Gas ring and a calor bottle. Lived on fresh fruit rice and fish. Best days of my life.

[@liveration]

Love that! 🙌

[@michaeljp9605]

I’ve done many scuba trips to the Similan Islands, Andaman Divers was my preferred scuba club…..awesome place to dive 👍

[@beachcomber1able]

You forgot to say about how you got a debilitating dose of clap from a very cute rent boy and have never worked since. 😄

[@tonywalton1052]

and then what happened?

[@jackjack4412]

Where did you shit and how often did you get sick?

[@zed4225]

I love this, I'm selling my house and buying a motorhome at the tender age of 54. I live in West Australia. For all the same reasons as Mark I can't wait, simple, minimalistic life is where it's at. Me doing my bit to leave a minimal footprint, and have minimal bills. Live amongst nature, and not in suburbia, I cannot wait. Well done Mark, your living the dream in my eyes.

[@quantumchang4410]

It costs a lot to park your motorhome in caravan parks each night, and I don't know if your motorhome is allowed to park on the sides of residential streets for several days at a time Have you checked all the laws out?

[@carl-johannilsson5666]

Western Australia is so beautiful, absolutely my favourite part of your country, hope I will be able to return some day. All the best!

[@aaroncov]

The govt officers ( police) will tell you to move on . IF they have time

[@maximolotov]

how about sex ?

[@Constantinus213421]

@@maximolotov Minimal bills. He cannot wait.

[@BrokeHikers]

I hiked from Mexico to Canada for 6 months with a small backpack and a tent. I loved every minute of it!!! Soaking with nature with minimal access to internet was healing.

[@milesborg9812]

I'm an architect and I live the same way part time. Always loved vans. All my posessions fit in a large suitcase and I have never been happier. I design house renovations and extensions for people and I think they are absolutely mad the price they end up paying for enlarging an already large house.

[@scottdorsey8220]

The rat race is insanity. Where are the all going?

[@bionicnichola9251]

Don't blame him... were all not living...just surviving and were all sick of it. Cuedos to him 🙌

[@mjc5509]

This man has inner peace and wisdom. Well done!

[@RuwanPeris-zk7yx]

Absolutely brother , I'm 51 years old , my restaurant, car dealership all closed due to some virus, now van life usa 🇺🇸, it was a blessing actually. See you soon , cheers 🍻

[@Griffo5446]

As long as you're happy. That's priceless.

[@MrMagsimus]

Respect to this guy he’s so humble and appreciate the earth around him ❤

[@emp731]

A Bricklayer with a ''can do'' attitude can achieve many great things.The funny thing is a man like him has built many other people their brick houses YET he lives in a van...The man is a national treasure.

[@XenoBeano]

lol, agree with you sentiment 100% but "national treasure" is a bit much 😅

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@djp1lly830]

i doubt hes a real bricky. probably just a groundworker who can slash a few blocks out, rough . i dont think he could do proper facework. just footings, hidden away

[@PomFrit99]

Lol! Is he right?

[@djp1lly830]

ah come on , you know you're either one or the other. Jack of all, master of none maybe? just admit it ur a groundworker??

[@brentdundee]

Hes living a richer and more rewarding life than most people I know.💙

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@orriblecunt5131]

Milking it now mate

[@Originalman144]

Yes, but hopefully he is saving enough money to one day buy a small property or retirement home abroad. This is great for short-term or an extended term for saving a ton of money. But this is no way to live forever. Terrible quality of sleep and always roughed up by nature and vehicle maintenance.

[@craigmitcham2619]

hmm not so sure id want to be showering and washing my clothes in a ditch

[@vooveks]

He’s also living in a shitty van, with no toilet, shower, space to put anything, no fridge or freezer, no decent way of cooking, it’s freezing in the winter and boiling in the summer, and a constant feeling of insecurity because you can’t stay anywhere long. Plus you can’t have any friends over or sit down for a nice dinner. Most people would give it up after a couple of weeks.

[@richardcarr7557]

Lived in a camper van for 5 years, definitely some of the best years of my life. Good on you Mark, life is definitely for living and not just to pay extortionate bills. Love your attitude to life and can say that nature is the most important thing for me too. Being connected to mother earth is " real "

[@gillesdufaux5519]

Very right

[@thestreets5206]

Second month into van life .... I'm absolutely loving it , it's so stress free and cheap , got spare money I've never had before ☝👍👍

[@petalpower509]

Fair play to yourself Mark.. You look a lot happier in life than a lot of people.. Love life ..

[@porkyparry1]

Those telescopic ladders are a freeking revelation. My window cleaner can fcuk right off.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@taichihead42]

There's nothing fair about it mate. Its dangerous living in a vehicle especially for women. I remember reading stories like this about people in America living in campervans and cars, crying that they had no life, washing and going to the toilet in McDonald's. But American has been a basket case society for a 100 years because of the J's and what they have done to their banking system. Migrants from Africa and India have now taken this mans home and you try to normalise it. That's sick and twisted.

[@taichihead42]

While he lives in a van freezing cold and his country is overrun with migrants living in New council houses and you call that happy? Happy for who? You and your ego perhaps.

[@taichihead42]

@@MadMarkThePopularLoner I am deluded, really, your the one mate with the shovel " You pointed it out on the video" digging a hole in the ground to defacate. 5 Star Hotels all over the UK house fighting age men much younger than you mate. Lovely warm beds, food and drink on tap, benefits and then there's you. Freezing your arse off frying an egg on a candle stick burner and taking a leak in the woods in the middle of winter. So you were saying......

[@andricerapana4987]

I’ve learnt and understood the difference between want and need. Van life has taught me soooo much about appreciation and independence. My dog has taught me about loyalty and unconditional love. I feel so blessed 😊

[@IronMountainx]

Live in a £1.3 million house, my business makes me about £175,000 a year, but I don't feel particularly wealthy as my outgoings are excessive. This gent looks like a wealthy man, his world belongs to him and that is true wealth. UPDATE as of 08/01/2025. I now have a buyer for my business who I will work with for the next 4 months while they become familiar with the business and it's processes. During this time I am having a new van fitted out by a conversation company, so all being well I will be on the road come this summer. My long term plan it to travel the world for the next decade in my van and possibly continue to live in the van thereafter assuming health allows. I have lived out of vans for extended periods during my youth to save money and have the freedom to travel easily, so I am no stranger to living in a van. Thank you for all your comments both positive and negative, work hard, save hard and live the life you would like to live, not what others think you should live.

[@commuterbranchline8132]

When you realise that wealth has little to do with money & possessions you will finally be on the path to achieving true wealth.

[@lweleven3423]

It puzzles me these days why most people get sucked in the what we are told this is how you should live life, as life is controlled some may not see it , spend spend spend, nice things 3+1 kids money makes the world go around but it also destroys the planet and makes life stressfull and you work for everyone else as all your money goes out . Horses for causes I guess as the saying goes , it certainly is shackles . Just sold my vito just bought a Nissan NV200 bit smaller for a lot more the gallon and I do prefer the driving over the vito

[@lweleven3423]

@@RebeccaHollyGreen they do rot for sure my ex had one for work the bottom practically dropped out of it lol but it was a work vehicle. My arches rotted but caught them before it got to bad . I love this Nissan feels very light and zippy compared to the merc that felt a lump but the merc are nearly 3 tons

[@dalewallace7693]

❤❤❤😅k 8p,$vggvv

[@grizzstudio]

same as me mate the more you get the more stress

[@thedrummerboy1215]

spot on this is great.one thing..when your van needs a service or repairs, what do you do? and you must have an address for the insurance? right?.I would pack firelighters, and have a powerful exterior light at the back for cooking when it's at night.There is a great camping shower made in australia that runs off the heat off the engine water or inline with the radiator, which looks fantastic..

[@fyiaustralia9686]

Well done Mark, thanks for an informative tour of your van. I've dropped out of working life at 57 and travelling in a small caravan with solar power - so liberating not being trapped in the system anymore.

[@curzone]

For me it’s been 8 years full-time living in a small van - VW T5… Similar circumstances to Mark and similar age. It ensures I can continue to give my daughter a stable life and to give her a good education - especially in today’s economic climate. Since COVID, I also work in the van. I’m a Tech Nomad - as long as I have a good 4G/5G network I can work remotely. To be honest, I do have a few challenges - especially legal stealth wild camping in England - and the usual issues of living in a small space. Hopefully we’ll meet on the road someday Mark.

[@markcannon1953]

Good for you! Ive gone completely mental in my 2 years of vanlife but couldn't imagine life any other way now!

[@allananderson949]

How do you stay warm in the winter?

[@markcannon1953]

With a Chinese diesel heater

[@andrewhale3893]

How do you find the tech industry mate

[@andrewhale3893]

@@MadMarkThePopularLoner ilthis was for the guy who said he works in tech.

[@geoffgeoff344]

Hey mark,you got a double AA attitude.you is a STOIC brother.well done,well said,and well lived.freedom is a state of mind,minimise things,and maximise life,respect and good luck.

[@deanfowles3707]

I think one of the best things a person can do for themselves is let go of being attached to worldly possessions. Not easy to do. But if you can it's in every way possible incredibly liberating

[@Rabswood296]

Very true we don't own our stuff our stuff owns us.

[@E_Clampus_Vitus]

Honestly, Americans biggest fear is poverty. They will sacrifice anything to not experience it. Literally sell their souls.

[@Attiues]

Lived in a Campervan since age 19. I'm 32 now and I still absolutely love it On the 3 occasions from overseas travel where I had to temporarily move back into a house for renting/sharing with people I absolutely hated it. Houses are a complete nightmare & the expenses are ridiculous

[@spindude3456]

That’s seriously impressive. Which country if I may ask?

[@annealognon7262]

Hi can I ask how you dealt with the council tax people I am moving into a van and they want forwarding address but I don't want to get anyone in trouble by giving a forwarding address.

[@Akstergrind]

I'm not a particularly jealous person, but of this chap I am quite envious. I really wish I had the courage and determination to live this way, but I just don't at the moment. Good luck to you, mate! Keep on being inspirational!

[@nemanjagradinac5419]

What a gent, humble, kind and honest to the point guy. Well done mate and thank you. I’m a gas engineer based in Sussex and I’ll be joining this life shortly!

[@therespectedlex9794]

So would you do it? There are certain things that would make you less secure. Note that he is at most only a semi-loner. His family, including grandchildren, do live in houses, or fixed abodes.

[@tamh1969]

Well done mate I truly admire you. Year on year the average working person is getting poorer and poorer more and more stressed, I really wish I had the bottle to follow your example

[@--legion]

Well done? I admire you? He's just given up, mate. If he truly had choice, he would not be living in a fucking van.

[@Pabz2030]

There's far more to life than fake money and fake stuff. Time is your real wealth. Use it wisely.

[@markjames8511]

@@Pabz2030 You wouldn't want to live in his van, it'd be shit. It's not even decent to live in. What are you gonna do lie on the bed all day?

[@markbeale7390]

@@Pabz2030 Very well said.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@darekjaskulski3375]

As older I'm as more I'm up for the basic life. People like you are real inspiration. Well done 👍

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@grahamhickmott1957]

Way to go Mark. I did the same in Tasmania ( originally from Croydon, South London) about 4 years ago. Saving loadsa money and living a free life. No real worries. Live on the beach without a million dollar property. Gotta love it Good luck dude.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@TheHumanMoment]

His mindset is the reason I am thinking about doing van life. Home is where you are. Love it.

[@a1d3nh0]

I took magic mushrooms and they cured my addictions, depression and anxiety. And since then, I’ve bought a van and I’m currently fitting it out to live in it. I feel just like this guy. I love nature, don’t wanna be part of the rat race, just wanna exist in peace.

[@marktwain-ik6vp]

now the real work starts, an external substance can't fix permantely. just show you the way

[@a1d3nh0]

@@marktwain-ik6vp sorry but I think you’re half wrong. Mushrooms made me (and plenty other people I know personally) ‘realise’ things. Once you ‘realise’ you don’t have to think a certain way or do a certain thing, you can’t un-realise it. It becomes part of you immediately. Imagine trying your whole life to solve a puzzle. Then one day you find how it works. You can never not be able to solve it again. It becomes instantly easy. No matter how many decades it took. Mushrooms made me realise I gave my trauma and depression its power over me by thinking about it all the time. I realised I could just never think of it again. And I haven’t since. It’s like that part of my brain had all connections to it, broken. One of my trips was me holding a door closed while monsters and demons were banging on the other side. I was exhausted from holding it closed my whole life. Mushrooms bust the door open and through it came nothing but peace and love. I didn’t even feel stupid that I wasted my whole life holding those things back. I just felt so relived.

[@shanesskateboarding1430]

Hey, i just took the MM too, and i have 3 months left on lease, it cured my addictions etc. how are you doing so far? I cant believe i read this comment, i literally had the same thing happen to me. please lmk thankyou

[@saintbees2088]

Magic mushrooms can drive you insane. Don't kid yourself, I know.

[@a1d3nh0]

you have clearly never tried them. clearly. @@saintbees2088

[@xavhow]

I love his attitude on living and simplicity.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@redd605]

I wish I could do that now, because I I have relatives ,who took all my money , after I helped them financially, IAM struggling ,but get on with life,but they are still trying to take my flat ,I was left with, by harassment of me everyday, I feel like walking away from this .

[@xavhow]

@@redd605 I’m sorry to hear your situation. I hope you gain strength and move on. I wish all the best and will pray for you.

[@AlanBrown.]

@@redd605These people who are taking advantage of you need too have their “attitude adjusted” and put in place once and for all! These so called relatives of yours, who have Bled you Dry are not worth having, you should not have to put up with this constant harassment especially after helping them out financially leaving yourself struggling and sounding like you have little chance of ever seeing the money back. Make sure you keep hold of your Flat and cut yourself free from these Parasites,seek legal advice from the a Lawyer or the Citizens Advice Bureau. Should they threaten or act in a violent way towards you involve the Police immediately. Good luck and stay Strong!

[@hechecraynes6635]

VAN LIFE IS VERY A STRESSFUL AND VERY A INCONVENIENT LIFE!!!! NO RUNNING WATER TO CLEAN YOUR BODY NO PROPER ELECTRICITY FOR PROPER TEMPERATURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@christinesmith8721]

Very inspirational video thank you for sharing ❤️ im aged 77 and bought a campervan 18 months ago..got it parked outside of my rental flat, have stayed in it with my little doggy 🐕 i love it...If my rent goes up too high ive always got my camper...not sure im confident to drive it on my own or stay away alone, have taken it to beach for day, but thats it...i feel i left it a bit late in life to do fulltime...enjoy your wonderful van life, hope i have the same courage to do also 😀

[@jackbarker1882]

Mark your a top man, living life to the full, couldn't help but notice your missing one thing...a fishing rod!

[@jackbarker1882]

If you're ever norfolk way gimmie a message get out on the lakes

[@martincurtis6445]

That's a brilliant set up there man, you've got it sorted! I live in a stealth wild camp, just a tent and a couple of tarps. I work for temping agencies in warehousing. No bills to pay, wages straight into the bank, saving up to buy a decent van. Never been happier in my life 🙂 Folk like you inspire me! Cheers.

[@taylormade2826]

Hello mate if you are in the uk I would recommend having a look into doing asbestos removal, it's only a 3 day course then you can earn 1000+ a week it's perfect for van life every site has a shower on too

[@RussBrockel]

Inspiring video Mark. I became a full time van lifer 3 months ago at the age of 60 and I'm loving it. I respect your attitude and i feel we're similar in that respect, humble, thankful and free..loving life. Good luck to you and take care!

[@RussBrockel]

Thanks for replying Mark. It's certainly been a steep learning curve but i have no regrets and i don't see that changing any time soon! Hope to meet you on the road someday 😂

[@theabandonedhunter3604]

Hello Russ, what sort of van did you get if you don’t mind me asking? Did you built it internally yourself? Cheers Russ. …. Smithy

[@RussBrockel]

@@theabandonedhunter3604 Hey Smithy. I've got a VW Transporter T5. It was already converted by a company called 'Exploria'. It's a great van but i would like more headroom as I'm a tall guy so i might consider going up a size and doing the conversation myself. It's about finding the balance between comfort and cost for me. Whatever, it's all exciting stuff and all part of this great adventure and something I would recommend to anyone and everyone!

[@hechecraynes6635]

VAN LIFE IS VERY A STRESSFUL AND VERY A INCONVENIENT LIFE!!!! NO RUNNING WATER TO CLEAN YOUR BODY NO PROPER ELECTRICITY FOR PROPER TEMPERATURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@stevioc3592]

​@@hechecraynes6635maybe be for you snow flake

[@Michellemutts7848]

The simple life is the best life. The less you need and want the happier and free you become. This is my plan to live like this one day ❤️

[@leecroft1983]

The guy has it sorted, looks happy. Best of luck to him, looks like he's living a good life. Inspiring.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@armzee9326]

My Old Neighbour Patrick is 79 years old and still lives full-time in his mini van and has done for the past 25 years. And with no diesel heater.

[@awpetersen5909]

Wow, but how does he keep warm in winter?

[@itchyballsack6627]

​@A WPetersen Double up your clothes, sleep in a sleeping bag with a few duvets and you're sorted. Been out in -10 and had no issue with that setup...

[@greenbunnyinabongo7299]

Itchy ballsack is dead right, as it’s exactly what I do in my Bongo. 6 years full time here and loving it

[@n.lyndley.9889]

A diesel heater (fuel line direct to the vehicle tank) is a game changer. Vehicle insulation is almost mandatory I would suggest.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers ,safe travels 🇦🇺 Out There Touring

[@henrybrain4069]

this bloke is truly liberating

[@milkyvanlife]

Keep living the dream. You basically described me. I have a transit swb and love tiny van living. I've lived in my van 3 yrs and your right it does humble you and it's helped ground me in nature and get back to what it means to truly be alive. I have so much respect for people taking the leap and realising we have been living in a crazy way. It's all about self control and understanding and being able to look after myself in a simple way that makes all the difference to my health and well being. And yes the money saved is great too. Keep busy my van dwelling friend

[@stebishopnomad1838]

Yep I'm doing exactly the same as him. I live fulltime in my Van done it for 6 yrs now and love it.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers 🇦🇺 Out There Touring

[@jessica_tee]

He seems like a really nice guy who is very happy. I am not in a van but would love to learn more minimally like him, makes you think when you see how much stuff you have in my flat that I never touch! GL man, keep loving life.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@ursulurban9712]

I''ve hit 30 this year, and i am starting to realize how important it is to be balanced and happy with yourself as a person . When i was younger, i was chasing expensive brands and trying to impress others, while now, i am thinking more and more about investing in a plot of land, and living off grid.

[@paulleach3612]

Hope you have agricultural experience, simple engineering skills, and basic wilderness survival training. If not... Well, I'd highly recommend getting some training and knowledge before heading off over the hills.

[@vjk4170]

Sure he's gonna think it through 🙄

[@martink9785]

Hopefully this gets to the chap in the video: I hope to meet you on the road brother ❤ I’m 52 and live in my Renault Traffic which is a little bigger- you are way better sorted! What a great set up! You absolutely wrapped up the freedom and renewed love of life that I feel. We don’t need many possessions, a pot and pan, a change of clothes, a warm bed and our gadgets. When we have only what we need, simple things become pleasures, some things are harder but not insurmountable and when we overcome them, it’s a great feeling. People become more important, helping others and receiving help means a lot more than ever before

[@dannymactheatreoflife.1771]

Loving this channel learning loads about a simpler way to live your life 👍

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@hechecraynes6635]

VAN LIFE IS VERY A STRESSFUL AND VERY A INCONVENIENT LIFE!!!! NO RUNNING WATER TO CLEAN YOUR BODY NO PROPER ELECTRICITY FOR PROPER TEMPERATURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@martink9785]

@@hechecraynes6635 I find that living in my van is better in almost every way compared to living in a rented room/flat/house. We can have running water, we can have heating etc. Some things are more difficult but not impossible. It's cheaper, I work in different places so I have my home close by, I can look at a different view every day when I eat my dinner.

[@duncancameron9734]

I'm also 64 and plan to do full time van living when I retire. Thanks for your inspiration.

[@jesusfaith2232]

And have you done it ? I’m 63 and thinking about it !

[@martinwyatt6390]

Am 78 and doing it here in south wales, its a healthy way of life

[@martinwyatt6390]

In the fresh air all and every day, coast sometimes, stix other times, i have a woodburner, so free heating, always loads of wood laying around, free water and electric, solar panel on roof, gas bottle will last me about a year

[@martinwyatt6390]

I buy the Quick boiling water

[@SamuelRoberts-j2n]

Lived in a camper van for 5 years, definitely some of the best years of my life. Good on you Mark, life is definitely for living and not just to pay extortionate bills. Love your attitude to life and can say that nature is the most important thing for me too. Being connected to mother earth is " real "

[@lindabeam7324]

Lovely to see how humble you are, and your life seems more peaceful compared to the rest of us who are attached to materialism.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@manconthemove]

Keep the faith brother. I'm nearly 8yrs into full time vanlife 👊🏻

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@vsstdtbs3705]

I enjoy camping and was very interested in the video, why hot tenting sucks. i think it applies to campervans too. If I do one day, will replace the stove, kettle, fridge with a tour bike and lots of panniers. Therefore travel a lot more on bike instead of wasting petrol.

[@chappy4944]

Fantastic mate, I myself ramble around the USA, the money hunger is the same here, maybe worse, i love your set up and attitude, there's nothing like being free and see the country, great video Mark, take care Matey.

[@andrevassili1039]

This guy is awesome, so practical and sensible. He really seems truly happy. He's an example to everyone. Terrible housing system in this country.

[@Salty_Sassenach]

I’ve been living 12yrs full time in my van, loving the outdoors as well with my dog.

[@Bulltardwin]

Good luck doing that with a family.

[@neilsmith7547]

Fair play mark on your choice of living. I done the same. No house now with all the costs of bills. Now live off grid in a caravan. Just solar for electricity and a big bottle of gas that lasts for about 4 months. Big respect to you mark and a cracking van you've got. All the best 👍

[@MYZTICTRAVLER]

The best and brightest spot of this video is the fact his family/children are still in his life. Because the vast majority of so-called "Family" AND "Friends" will turn their backs on a person like this man.

[@user-ip3nf3bd1r]

😂😂"hy wil nie regkom nie", sal n colored familie vi hom se.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers ,safe travels 🇦🇺 Out There Touring

[@BonKuma]

I love that all the items he owns are very intentional and serves a purpose

[@markking1388]

Not sure what happened seems like a solid fella think he was bullied off youtube and his channel. Sad to see someone’s dreams crushed by some trolls. Good at ya bud hope ya come back

[@avengemybreath3084]

Seems like a guy who doesn’t care what people think and is living his life instead of constantly posting videos to strangers.

[@carljanisewski]

Thanks for sharing sir As a 60 yr old I can see the advantage of the simple life,funny but I am also a bricklayer a bit fed up with the daily grind . Although I've spent the last 10 yrs living in a small village in Bohol in the wintertime when work is scarce here in the UK . Your video is certainly a inspiration to me . Take care be safe .

[@edwardcook248]

I am 27 had mortgage since 19 i can afford it but i simply am not satisfied. I am now in the process of selling my house and building my own van for ny future life with gaming set up and all! Good luck to any on their jorney!

[@paulsingh9043]

I've been full time in my van for just over 2 years , saved a small fortune , my van is a lwb merc, fully kitted out ,toilet, shower, cooker, sink , solar etc, wish I'd done this years ago. Minimalist is the way 😂, next step for me is a canal boat . Don't knock it til you tried it !👍🏾

[@stevioc3592]

How do you get on in the winter time

[@jimmyleoni7700]

That pop out mirror kills it...! 🔥👍 Mirror mirror on the wall who is the coolest van lifer of them all!! 😂

[@kennybyers909]

My hats off to you bloke, if I see you I want to shake your hand. Live it and happily. 😊

[@Michelle-ub9dg]

I quite agree with you about the extortionate rents and increase in costs of living, council tax, etc. I really liked your video and agree with you wholeheartedly about breaking the shackles.

[@alandavies1054]

What a decent guy this man seems. I can fully understand why he chooses this lifestyle…living in a house is getting more expensive each year…good luck to you pal 👍🇬🇧

[@Ride_on54]

Can’t blame ya mate the stress involved with trying to pay for a house and keep it when the bills just keep going up and up it’s like your being penalised for having a property these days

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@taichihead42]

Not if you're a migrant, there in all your lovely 5 star hotels, especially the Ibis, Best Western etc. Free everything. No expense spared.

[@alandavies1054]

@@taichihead42 not forgetting they also jump to the top of the list for Dentists and GP and Hospital appointments…and it will only get worse RIP UK 🇬🇧

[@taichihead42]

@@alandavies1054 Well if you had men with balls it wouldn't.

[@garrickclark3965]

Keep going Mark. Save, save, save.

[@mitchellsteele3878]

Absolutely brilliant, total respect for you choosing van life, I wish you all the best and good health 👍

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@erdscloud-buildingassetdat8178]

I'm currently building a house mostly on my own and live in a caravan. At first I thought it would be crap, but now a year later I love it. Cant say that for the house. I totally get the van life concept. A bit of hardship is a small price to pay for jettison all the stress that goes with the traditional system. Props to you!

[@bobbysbox6744]

Have 2say. . Never seen your vids b4 2day. . . You got it in 1. . . Love life live life and enjoy. . Simple makes some folk happy. . Love how you do what it says on tin. . Love a chat round fire with you. . Dont stop doing it

[@kaneclarke4825]

The resourcefulness of this man is next level.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@paulfrederiksen5639]

I did the same thing for the same reasons. Im a cabinet maker. I have a shop in an industrial park, and I live in a box truck that doubles as my mobile shop. It is so refreshingly easy after living in houses with property to care for and rent/mortgage/taxes to pay. Just me and my dog, we stay at a different place every night rotating among about 12 great spots. All have wild land nearby, some are near lakes or rivers.

[@jerrythomas4457]

Do you poop outside with your dog? You wouldn’t even need toilet paper. You could drag your arse across the ground .

[@Return_of_the_Dude]

Look at you, killing it my friend.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@dean9235]

Wow. Amazing. Landlords can stick their high rents up their posterior. Councils can stick their high rip off council tax up theirs too.

[@hechecraynes6635]

VAN LIFE IS VERY A STRESSFUL AND VERY A INCONVENIENT LIFE!!!! NO RUNNING WATER TO CLEAN YOUR BODY NO PROPER ELECTRICITY FOR PROPER TEMPERATURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Shogunissiah]

What a great way to live! I have know Mark since I left the Army. Reconnected with him last year. He always sounds happy, full of joy speaking from the soul! Travels a lot, Lake District, Scotland, how could you not be envious. During the cold period I spoke to him about living in the van. He said simply that he had a fleece duvet and some toasty socks and was snug like a big in a rug. Hope to see you soon bud👌

[@tomasviane3844]

@Mad Mark The Popular Loner Nice to see you found eachother through this video! 😊

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@tradeladder146]

Where does he Shower ?

[@hechecraynes6635]

VAN LIFE IS VERY A STRESSFUL AND VERY A INCONVENIENT LIFE!!!! NO RUNNING WATER TO CLEAN YOUR BODY NO PROPER ELECTRICITY FOR PROPER TEMPERATURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jjwright8041]

Sounds so good

[@susangoodall5037]

What a lovely man you are Mark...You only need the simple things in life for wealth, health and happiness ❤

[@NomadMechanic]

I own a mobile small engine repair business and I live in my van. I love the freedom to go wherever I want and work in new areas and enjoy waking up at the lake or wherever I want to park for the night. When the season is over I will go find a vanlife caravan to hang out with for a few months. Maybe I will go prospecting this fall.

[@RichardInger]

Great video! Me and my other half have lived in vans on and off for the last few years. Always kept a house and rented it out went in the van and travelled round Europe, Australia and Southern Africa. Always love the vanlife! Currently selling our house and buying a really small place as a base, then it’s back in the van for us and not having to work too much! Bit of digital nomad work from the beach and mountains!

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers ,safe travels 🇦🇺 Out There Touring

[@coldworld5]

Man. It looks like a lot of hard work especially in the winter. Cooking outside in the rain and wind must be a fucker, respect to this guy.

[@coldworld5]

@Mad Mark The Popular Loner fair play mate. Honestly impressive. Congrats for escaping the matrix

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers ,safe travels 🇦🇺 Out There Touring

[@SmallerLives]

He gets to go where he wants, sleep where he wants and wake up where he wants every day. I'm sure the winters are grim but he probably has summers most can only dream of! Best of luck to him!

[@robmetcalfe]

Thanks Mark

[@noglenogle]

I have watched more vanlife videos than I care to admit but YOURS has by far been the most helpful. Just seeing how happy you are sealed the deal for me. I'm going through my belongings... keeping only the essentials and making the jump. I believe I'll be out on the road by Oct. Be well my friend and thank you for sharing honestly and covering all that you did. Nailed it !

[@TheLarsBorn]

Van life really puts life into perspective! Awesome van Mark! 🤙

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@nicholasnicou2598]

Godspeed Mark, you're living the life as it should be - out and about and free. Learning to be self-sufficient and putting aside 'materialist' things, is not something many people can ever get used to. More power to you.

[@PerriMahmoud]

Currently living with my family like this. I agree with everything you have said. Inspirational video. Great to watch

[@tomfezz]

thanks for uploading. Been thinking about this for some time now. Ive been living with my partner now for 8 years but it's coming to an end. Been sleeping in my van now for months outside her house. We are basically friends now co parenting out pet dog. I'm 54 now and feel that in too old to move on. So glad it's working for you. it gives me inspiration to take the jump and do it myself.

[@tomfezz]

@Mad Mark’s Van Life The Popular Loner Cheers buddy. if you don't mind me asking how do you get around not having an address. do you use friend or family. I work full time as a coach driver so im away a lot so this full time van life is so appealing.

[@paulnewman8346]

That smile at the end of the video, said enough for me...priceless!!!!

[@Wing_It_Wildflower]

Totally relate! I live, travel around and film in my little Urvan and mostly in the Australian wilderness with my two dogs. It's been a year and there's definitely no turning back, no regrets, ( just that i wish id discovered my path sooner in life) but everything has happened at just the right time. I just love it! Mumma nature feeds me, guides me and nurtures me. All I need, I have.

[@Wing_It_Wildflower]

@Mad Mark The Popular Loner🥰 It feels like I've won the lotto☺️

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@Wing_It_Wildflower]

@@ottouring Hey there🤙🏻😊👋🏼 I’m keen to get high north videos for my viewers👌🏼🌄🌅🦶🏼 I subscribed to your channel 😊Yeah I’m ever grateful to be amongst all the diverse beauty and landscapes we have here and to capture it! Peace bro 😎

[@hechecraynes6635]

VAN LIFE IS VERY A STRESSFUL AND VERY A INCONVENIENT LIFE!!!! NO RUNNING WATER TO CLEAN YOUR BODY NO PROPER ELECTRICITY FOR PROPER TEMPERATURE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@GeoffBeattie]

Been living in a self converted Citroen Berlingo micro camper for nearly 12 months. At 53, it's something I wished I'd done years ago. Anyone reading this and thinking about vanlie should just do it! If it doesn't work out then at least you tried 👌

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@trilboi7420]

The man is legendary humble to the core good on him happiness is everything

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@rivercarplife]

Love this, most people don’t realise just what you get out of this way of living, even if just for a couple years,, everyone needs to experience minimalistic living.. really appeals 💙👍🏽

[@paulleach3612]

You mean just like Thoreau suggested...?

[@Nonegiven14582]

I'd live in a van but even a mobile home I had was freezing in the winter. Also without a fixed address. Things like car/van insurance and sorting your license seem impossible. I work in the building trade and it can be a pain going to the gym every morning at 6am for a shower.

[@TemdriWorld]

I have been a vanlifer since February 2020, and I have driven from London to West Africa roaming from country to country in Africa for two years, came back to London last year and I am still in my van and loving the freedom. Videos on my channel of the journeys. Nothing beats freedom.

[@TemdriWorld]

@@MadMarkThePopularLoner Thanks 👍🏿

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers Out There Touring

[@ottouring]

@@TemdriWorld Hi there. I have had the truck since new 2011. Then 2 yrs ago added the tray, canopy, rooftop tent and electrical system and slowly added stuff as required. Cheers Out There Touring

[@ottouring]

@@TemdriWorld Thanks for watching and commenting

[@matthewboyle2263]

Good for you mate, you look and seem very happy with your life. You just said “stuff everyone as this is what I want” so good on you. ❤

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers 🇦🇺 Out There Touring

[@missmcintosh405]

I cannot wait to start van-lifing. I have been planning for years. Once my youngest moves out then I am off 🤟

[@bikerboyz143]

Yesssss Go for it 🙏

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers 🇦🇺 Out There Touring

[@user-iw2lf4lc9y]

Love this ❤ he has the right idea ! We are all duped in the modern world - mortgages , materialism. This guy is how we should be living for better mental health!

[@mountainbearoutdoors]

A nice little space you built there. I bet it must be such a relief not having to worry about the sky high bills that come with being chained to a house.

[@aaronogden9900]

What a great bloke living authentically.

[@mincedumplings7450]

I got divorced at 43 had to start all over again , wish I'd done this instead of buying a house but needed to have a place for my daughter to stay over , 52 now , a roofer and seriously thinking about it . Great insight there , peace .

[@williamlewis3582]

Go for it I did it for two years best years of my life. I'm truly considering going back.

[@paulfrederiksen5639]

Do it brother, I did and I love living this way. Im a cabinet maker, and I live in a box truck that doubles as my mobile shop.

[@ottouring]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 I just read your comment and thought you might like my camping set up, Australian locations such as world heritage listed kgari(Fraser island) and camp cook ups. Cheers ,safe travels 🇦🇺 Out There Touring

[@UmeshPerera]

Thank you Mark for this beautiful, amazing, honest, humble video. Totally agree with your values and way of life. I am trying to live a similar life whenever I can but still tied up with some responsibilities. 🙏🏻❤😊

[@Bushcraft-xz6xd]

Love the humble attitude fella which is becoming a rarity in this want now world.

[@fritzsmith3296]

I love your way of life. I'm a Buddhist and a Medicine Man. This kind of life of living the way you do brings you so much closer to the ones who help you for your highest and best good, that is your spirit guides or your family on the "other side". This is your correct path of life. It was they who gave you the idea and courage to live this way. And this courage comes in the way how you feel about your lifestyle. When you feel great, those feelings are given to you by them. Just a thought. I'll bet just before you made this decision to live this way, you went through a hell of pain, and confusion and total frustration. And when you committed yourself (or more accurately surrendered) to this lifestyle you felt like you were walking 12 inches off the ground for a week with joy. The whole world was lifted off your shoulders. Mark, you are exactly where you should be. And you will be until... remember the pain, suffering and confusion you went to get to camping in a van? In time, your needs will change, and when they do, the same spirit guides that used pain and suffering to get you where you are will return to urge you to change. And their method will be the same, pain and suffering. Meanwhile be wise and be happy. The real secret to a happy life is to listen to those who work for our highest and best good. Mostly, that's your family on the "other side". Remember what the Bible said about "ask and you will receive". Then shut up and listen and listen... the answer comes when you're not expecting it. The most important way to listen is meditation to stop your mind from running. Which by the way is what you do most of your time at night. Be well and be thankful for the guidance that brought you here. In the spirit world, appreciation is the prime mover. Anytime you feel appreciation for anything, your spirit family is listening at the highest level. That's a great time to talk with them, just like you would with your best friend. You got their attention, and they are ready to help you. Take it with Grace and appreciation.

[@martinhowe3679]

wow much respect mark loved your video so much i have just bought a van that' is what i and i guess so many others are looking for very impressed with your set up thank you