Cozy Cabin on Wheels: Solo Woman's Custom Sprinter Van Build

Today we meet Atli, who is an incredibly adventurous young Canadian woman. She works all summer in Vancouver BC, and then heads south and spends her winters in the USA living in her Ford Transit. She loves the life that living in a van has created for her because it gives her the best of two wonderful countries and allows her to spend time in her beloved nature. She is the perfect example of VanLife at it’s very best!!
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Thanks for watching!

[@srf2112]

"... just being fancy having cold drinks." Ok if you're actually thinking of moving into a van THIS is the attitude you need.

[@robertallen6710]

...GREAT attitude...

[@mariabrenizer4724]

I like it. No clutter , no full packed closets, very minimal , neat. Way to go!

[@1pipandgoose]

That's exactly how I'm planning my van. No hoarding of "stuff". Some people have too many possessions. Hers is about perfect.

[@EmMa-yp8ut]

What a wonderful way for her Dad to share his sense of adventure. Beautiful build! Love the door, slide-out table, and organization. Nice.

[@lelindafaulk5335]

I love that they used some wood from his boat project he abandoned when she was born. Full circle. 👌

[@felixcat9318]

What a really beautiful Travel Cabin this is, everything about it is simply gorgeous! I particularly liked the solid door to the driving compartment, it's important for the living space of the Travel Cabin to feel like home, and the door helps it to do that really well, whilst still giving immediate access. The uncluttered, airy feel is lovely and this is truly a beautiful space to be in, be it for short breaks or long term. How wonderful to have fitted out the van with her father, what a super project for them to do together, a real labour of love! This really is a gem of a van and it's owner.

[@kimosmer9711]

I agree about the door and the unclutteredness! The cabinet and drawers are awesome. She could even use that big drawer under the bed to hold her bucket potty. With more solar, she could even have a tv in there,but you can also watch TV on your phone or lap top. I love how she can stand up in the van too!

[@kimosmer9711]

I also agree about the labor of love her dad did for her I can see my Daddy doing this for me! So much fun!

[@maud108]

I think you need one of those covers for you mike, to reduce wind noise😎

[@2000madi2000]

THRILLING when she pulled out the table.

[@mateusz_bricks]

One of the coolest build, it's neat, organized, and not cluttered.

[@davidleigh443]

well designed also.

[@Noah-qt3rq]

Leave it to a boat builder to make such a well-crafted installation. Love the blue accent and slide-out table. The door to the cab is amazing. Very impressed she biked all the way from Canada to LA and through Joshua Tree. I know she got it inspected, but I still think that’s not a very safe place for a propane tank.

[@marciawade9101]

I LOVE the simplicity of her build. NICE! 💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞

[@cosmickate4947]

She's lovely. Like the simplicity of her van

[@maureenblutekraus3561]

Love it... especially the little door that separates the cab

[@landstormer4884]

That’s a great van build. If I downsized my RV I would want it to look like her Van. I like the door in between the living area and drivers compartment. Reminds me of an airplane.

[@kimosmer9711]

Beautiful van. My dad was like her dad. He could do wood work, mechanics and welding. Among many other things. But he passed away 3o years ago. We loved to camp and daddy would have loved van life, as would I if you have the means to build out a van like this do it. Even if you just want to go camping in in part time. I would love to go out in a built out van for a month or two at a time. I'm disabled, so I couldn't build it out by myself, but I also know that nothing has to be perfect. Allie is blessed to have a dad who helped her with this beautiful van.nice job! Happy travels To you Bob ❣️. Love your videos, you are an inspiration to many. God bless you and all the nomads and even part timers out there.

[@leet2089]

The best build I have ever seen.,, Clean ,ingenious and great layout Seems like a great person too

[@monikita777]

Great build, she and her dad did an awesome job. Living free!

[@Robin-bf2ej]

Well theres a future goal i can shoot for!!!! Absolutely wonderful! Right now im in a 2008 ford explorer and tent. I only get 890.00 s.s. monthly disability but im doing fine! Thank you bob!!!!

[@evalinawarne1337]

That is helpfull. .🀄❗🍄❗💜💖🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🛐🔯Robin.

[@davidlastoria3341]

Excellent incredible upbeat attitude to have!

[@waitaminute2015]

@@3generations393 I wonder the same thing. It's not like you can just go to any Dr wherever you are. Is it possible to be in a van, but stay local?

[@waitaminute2015]

@@3generations393 I agree. The heat and humidity in Florida is a killer in the summer. I would think you'd need alot of solar for ac running constantly.

[@timheasman2984]

What a truly wonderful person 😊. Great van , great life ! Well done Bob 👍

[@KatieRaeRae]

I remember her Astro van. It was a really cool build. And I remember when she upgraded to T-Rex. It's the best van build I've ever seen.

[@theflyinhawaiiantravels354]

Yeah, but where does she go to the bathroom?? Did i miss it??

[@catscattying]

Where did you see her Astro van? I’d like to check it out!

[@KatieRaeRae]

@@theflyinhawaiiantravels354 It was under the seat, at least the pee bottle. But I'm sure shes got a bucket for emergencies.

[@KatieRaeRae]

@@catscattying I'm pretty sure it was on Bob's channel. I think she said 2013 or 2014 when she had it. It was really organized and just as cute.

[@BelindaTOV]

Been following Trex for awhile and shes awesome!!

[@Tom-Travels]

Hey. Great video. Bob, you will love this quote... "A smart Nomad learns from their van build/life mistakes," "A wise Nomad learns from the Van build/life mistakes of others." Happy travels.

[@coolcatcarolena4951]

Love love love TRex. That door separating the cab from the back is exactly what I need.

[@augustcalderaro3797]

Great ideas for sure! Extremely wonderful young lady, thank you for sharing!!

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

What a beautiful van🙌🏽🙌🏽. I love her door. Really makes it homey👍🏽😊😍

[@gabriellechilton5902]

Always ready. Love that!

[@douglasharley2440]

*really nice build* i like how clean and colorful it is. composting toilet would be cool.

[@user-bh3ew6ii4g]

Really beautiful build! She and her dad did an amazing job. I'm glad that she pointed out the fan vents. Her dad did a great job matching it up to the curve. I'm impressed!

[@graceg987]

I remember seeing her previous build n this is a vast improvement with just as much style! Love it very smart!

[@marysuzyperla6740]

Thanks!

[@erikaamerica4546]

This is so nice and livable💖

[@AnitaLauren]

That's so cool about the eggs being in her cabinet. I thought they couldn't be left out

[@justaoldguy8098]

In european markets, eggs are often left out, stacked in those square recycled cardboard mats. You just pick out the ones you want. But raising chickens is different there too -- they are not allowed to wash the eggs before selling, which would remove a protective barrier.

[@lisamonalisahikes]

They can just don’t put them in the refrigerator and back out again... if we get them from friends fresh n never been refrigerated then you can leave them out in a cool place

[@justaoldguy8098]

@@lisamonalisahikes Sounds good for farm fresh eggs -- but grocery stores keep them in a cooler, probably transported to the store in refrigerated trucks, so it seems store-bought eggs should be kept cold after purchase.

[@humanity941]

greetings from australia

[@TheBlueOwl21]

A lovely lady and a fabulous homely van. One of the best that I have seen ❤️ 👍🏻

[@harloh9578]

Awesome Transit conversion! Thanks for the video🤙🤙

[@gaylebird1053]

Great van build, love her choices of decorating

[@tamo9520]

Being a fellow Canadian, I think the lack of fear, is a gene most of us seem to have 'missed'. I guess we weren't in that line when those were being handed out. We were probably too busy socializing and meeting our new friends!

[@bigcheese19]

Much love from Australia

[@matildaadventurer41]

Don Peel oi oi oi ✌🏼🤟🏼😀🤠

[@bigcheese19]

@@matildaadventurer41 😍😎

[@bigcheese19]

You should tour the land down under 😁

[@JamesFreeman1]

Thanks for the vid! I love RV and Van tours!

[@racheljoanfleming159]

love the door between the van and the cab ....and nice that it is a fellow Canuck !

[@keithshedron4351]

What a great build on the van! Lots of ideas there. Good vid.

[@galehenning7340]

I think it’s awesome her Dad helped her!

[@Liz-lt1zn]

Another great video. Love the propane install and emergency exit cord. Thanks Bob

[@whss3198]

Really like the van and your tattoos and story about how dad gave his boat materials for your van!cool dad!

[@robinmurphy2563]

If I was going to get a van, I'd want this one.. Great build, the least cluttered build i've seen. Love it.

[@tysonkampbjj]

I love the videos and Bob is basically gift to humanity, but I couldn't stop laughing at "You're Canadian. Tell us how that works".....

[@oliviamartini9700]

He was just referring to insurance and the fact that we can't spend more than three consecutive months in the States.

[@CMenzy]

Absolute gorgeous van

[@traveldreamer4616]

Well done. Nice to do the project with your dad-priceless

[@donnadelahanty9903]

Very nice van!! Thx for sharing. ❤️

[@benjaminrush4443]

Like to see the people healthy & safe during these times. Helps to be living outside in the rural area of America. Peace & God Bless.

[@holaramirez]

One of the most beautiful RV builds featured on your channel. Thanks for sharing.

[@paulfianatravels]

Beautiful build specially with the cab door

[@jefftracystoutenburg5315]

Shes very cool

[@just__celia]

What a beautiful build! It's one of my favorite ones I've seen. Very simple.

[@AnnieGill7]

Gorgeous build! Just what she needs, nothing more! Great vid Bob, thank you. 👍🏼❤️🇺🇸🐾

[@kristannablue]

She has a nice and talented dad!

[@sandramcmillan4200]

Wow!! I’ve watched a lot of these videos and this van is one of the nicest!! Be safe!! Hello from Ohio 😊👍❤️

[@freetochoose6421]

Very nice van build.

[@romantic340]

A great setup, looks really nice, just my preference, I need that shower and fridge, but her van looks great on the inside.

[@robinw285]

The most organized and orderly van I've seen. Like a small cabin, too. 🎉

[@joycemaurer3588]

Really is a beautiful rig.

[@jefftaylor844]

Hello from Vancouver, BC Canada !

[@lindabarker7142]

She and her dad did a great job.

[@sallyflavell6221]

So great to see this beautiful van. Love it and feels so welcoming and spacious❤what a fabulous job you and your Dad have done! Happy days🎉

[@divinecomedy0]

Really well thought out plan. I’m so touched that her Dad was able to assist his amazing daughter with his craftsmanship and attention to detail. Thanks for sharing. May T-Rex give you many miles of adventure and joy! ❤️

[@georgemedeiros8253]

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!

[@DS40764]

Very nice and practical. I'm taking notes

[@janetkoball44]

A really nice gal and she seems to love traveling. I really like all the wood inside but I thought it would be too heavy for my cargo trailer. Thanks Bob

[@marieriddick8388]

That is one of the best builds I've seen, great job.

[@tildibu9087]

I love the style of this van The bed looks really comfortable Cosy

[@novastariha8043]

Really Great!

[@rowenaphilbeck1919]

So nice and neat and organized. Really loved the set up. Thanks for sharing.

[@lindadowling8484]

Great affordable build with great finishing.

[@jsso2845]

Beautiful work you and your dad did. A lovely van you made to live in. It's a fantastic idea to use that flexible tubing from your sink to your gray tank. It just gave me a great idea for my gray tank drain, thank you.

[@evalinawarne1337]

Compost tolite for me. Lot EASIER to take care of. This is a NICE BUILT HOME SWEET HOME. I MISS MY DAD AND MOM TO MUCH. LOVE FROM MICHIGAN. BORN IN 🇨🇦

[@Debbieanne51]

Love this build, love the colours.

[@TravelingGranny]

I really enjoyed watching this video! Simple and functional! Thank you for sharing!

[@mayinnlin1879]

Thank you for sharing Bob! Beautiful build. 👍😍

[@livingwithtri]

One of my favorite builds!!!

[@howardmassingill6163]

Nice job! Well done!

[@beaglemom63]

This is my all-time favorite so far: beautiful, functional, and yet minimalist in a way. Gorgeous. Love the Buddha with the mala beads, too!

[@laurajphillips5981]

Great interview and tour!

[@fayesdiscovery]

Her van is beautiful

[@BradleyProulx]

Love that sunroof! Great job!

[@shaunhall1838]

Damn! So nice! Getting so many ideas for my van build. Thank you Bob and Nomads!

[@bobsaget0429]

I am saving up for a transit. Loved all the ideas. great build.

[@sarahjackson6714]

Very nice person I love her van. Thanks Bob

[@tomvarnadoe9270]

So cool...great vid and interview 👍

[@emartin851]

Very nice! I like the blue trim, it breaks up all of the wood.

[@lisabeare2366]

Beautiful build. Have lots of fun

[@jessa9372]

Best van I seen so far and her dad is so sweet for helping her. Can we just mention her tattoos are awesome.

[@lindan2836]

Wait till you hear her laugh, saw another video of her and she has the most wonderfull laugh !!

[@robinw285]

Great looking cabinets and very organized 🎉

[@brendamcchristy6044]

Just fabulous! Enjoy life!

[@EvieVermont]

Impressed!

[@tmlocalone]

What a Happy Vibe Tale Thanks

[@janicepeck4828]

Thank you for sharing and what a Great van and tour! Safe travels T Rex,Bob.

[@lindamay9218]

Atli, You and TRex are looking good. Miss you 😘

[@Snarge22]

I've noticed a number of VanLifer/Nomad-types are from Vancouver BC. Have heard real estate is crazy high, so understand those putting there housing money into an RV of some sort to reduce their living costs. Seems like a very sensible idea to me. "Americans are super friendly." I think it's more about congestion that creates tension among people and with wider open spaces people are naturally friendlier towards one another.

[@panda59043]

nice set up- you are a chill person

[@skydreamer7319]

GREAT van! Very inspired, thank you!!

[@anthonyvisor8880]

That van is amazing. Her personality is wonderful. Great video.

[@tomaustin4526]

Awesome van conversion and awesome young lady 👍😊🎥🌎 thanks Bob for sharing and safe travels

[@powderbeast5598]

Excellent build-out , 😄👏👏👍.

[@CindyCaVANas]

I remember her story of being a bus driver and her along with coworkers living under the bridge...👍 I love this build.