Life Beyond Four Walls: Couple Finds the Perfect Van Life Setup in a '95 Class B Van & Spacious Tent

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Karl and Patti have found a unique approach to retired life on the road in a 1995 Class B Van with a roomy tent for extra space and comfort. They decided to sell their home and embark on an exciting journey into the world of van life for the last 3 years. Discover how they cleverly expand their living space by combining the convenience of their Class B Van with the added comfort of a spacious tent!
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Thanks for watching!

[@RViewofAmerica]

Thank you Bob Wells for sharing our traveling lifestyle with others! We truly loved living in this van for the past 3 years and want others to know that they, too, can do it. Your visit with us was so pleasant and you were such a gracious interviewer. You’ve been an inspiration to us and to so many!

[@jackieblue4128]

Their channel on utube does come up when I looked for it 🤷

[@nancyerickson3431]

Karl and Pati, this video is so inspiring! You are my and my husband’s ages-I definitely want to look into this! Blessings! 🙏🏻😊

[@clementinabrooks7562]

Wish you both well! Thanks 4 sharing... great 👍🏼 ideas

[@Mbuzisana]

❤

[@daynadiggle8169]

You see Bob , you just can not know how many people you have helped with this life style . OUTSTANDING ! !

[@normabumbaugh6929]

Lovely couple. Boy, she’s a gifted artist!

[@MsTerrieLynn]

Love the tent addition- "gathering place", shower room, and food prep/dining, and art room --very versital.

[@pamreneick464]

Agree its perfect

[@redgree1645]

This couple are amazing, they look so young!❤ They are happy and content I am truly delighted for them.🎉

[@DrTomCruisin]

They look young because they are! So rare these days to retire in your early 60s. Good on them for making it happen.

[@sharondanenas3429]

That look incredibly young!! Great van

[@SageRosemary]

She looks 40 not 60

[@karimarie5732]

What a precious couple 🥰 thank you Bob for another wonderful interview 🩵

[@helened6896]

Love their setup. But two things impress me about this couple. I see such a flow of unity and respect for one another. Like what I feel marriage is to be. Every marriage doesn't hv what they do and their flow was evident to me. Another is they both seem so fit at their ages. The woman in particular has legs like a college girl. I find them impressive. 😊

[@magnushelin007]

I see the same. The way they treat and talk to each other is an inspiration. If all couples were like this we wouldn't have so many divorces.

[@yellowbags]

"Your joy becomes my joy" is really the essence of this channel. Love and kindness spreads here. It's a wonderful corner of the internet ❤

[@Tipperary757]

The artwork is fantastic. Such talent! Wonderful couple. Love the tent.

[@jessiehead6525]

Cool van. Awesome tent. Love her artwork. Most of all, I was so tickled at how seamlessly and smoothly they passed the microphone back and forth…sure sign of a solid relationship. I can see how they are successful at living together in a small van….they’ve learned how to ebb and flow with each other. Respect each other and anticipate each others needs.

[@RViewofAmerica]

Thank you !

[@myendlessweekend3165]

This! I just kept thinking “what a beautiful couple, inside and out!”

[@MartineReed]

What a lovely couple. They renew my faith in the American dream. ❤

[@kathlynsteinman3599]

They look much younger than their age! Love their setup. ❤

[@sandymckee8917]

That tent is to die for! What a great idea to be able to have that extra space to have some alone time or get together with friends & play cards… They’re such a cute couple! 🏕⛺️🏕

[@jonathanbmBen-Menachem]

Am amazing couple with excellent initiatives: early retirements, useful outdoor setting, minimising costs by choosing a small van, lots to learn from and to follow. Many thanks

[@cyndeeh]

Love their setup!

[@RobEJC]

Wow, what a terrific set-up. Finding simple ways to use the outside space for longer-term stays really makes a difference. Karl and Patti have it figured out!

[@RViewofAmerica]

Thank you!

[@kennethbailey9853]

Such a Nice Couple !

[@brendonschomer5736]

I was going to say the same thing. You can tell they are genuinely in love with each other.

[@jhemnes1]

What a lovely couple. Bob you have influenced and made so many lives better... Including mine. I'm about to head to Colorado for a couple months and get out of this Alabama heat ❤

[@user-hw9vf4pl9s]

How absolutely beautiful is her art! This is a perfect set up and this couple is great! Thank you for doing this video Bob

[@MrKim-kv2vv]

What a great life! Thank you for sharing your life experience as a Nomad. 🙋🏼

[@jennslifeinhuntingtonwv2678]

That tent is pretty cool. I'm sure it makes a big difference.

[@kathysanchez5945]

Great couple!!! Love their partnership...Great to learn from each other...Blessings to them in their journey!!!

[@nolalove8909]

Beautiful couple and art

[@rosaliamartinez8956]

What a stunning gift thr Loard has giving you. Tour art is butifull .

[@randythekidsonmybucketlist4663]

The outside Tent is Awesome,I can imagine the space it saves, and also all the other things you guys use it for, Congratulations,And I myself hope's to get out there soon...

[@keemandikotravels]

FABULOUS PEOPLE, FABULOUS SET UP!!Patty your art is beautiful I especially love the green tree painting. You should make a bunch of smaller painting of things people could put in their van or camper. Awesome work.

[@MrJohnyBoy00]

What an amazing idea to have a pop-up tent to add to the van. Very nice couple they work together as one. Once again Bob, you have found another gem in the desert. Thanks and GOD Bless You All

[@luishernandez5732]

Fantastic set up, happy couple, beautiful artwork! Another great video by Bob!

[@BethVonstaats]

What a lovely couple and a great set-up they have!!! The tent does make all the difference.

[@bojanmrdja2803]

Earth would be a boring place to live without these special people.

[@janetfolkerts5827]

RViewofAmerica is a great name and It's great that you shared your home's view with us. Innovative and creative ideas ALWAYS helps others, THANK YOU for sharing.

[@morrisshepherd1637]

Rview of America what a excellent home! Tent is a great addition love it and the easy way it sets up. RV is nice, comfortable, easier to get around in. You definitely thought this move thru. Thanks for the tour and Bob we thank you for everything.

[@sharkcookie.YouTube]

Awesome setup. Love the additional space with the tent

[@AmboyChamblis]

Wonderful couple living the van life to the fullest! 👍

[@ramontoro]

Hello everybody from Puerto Rico, very interesting the information in this video, really nice couple and the form of life in the retirement...that’s the form of life that I want, thanks Bob for a great job to all of us , thanks

[@Kenter-hr3yo]

Nice couple. Love the tent camper match.

[@emmahardesty4330]

Very impressive simplicity. Congratulations and long life to these folks. Thanks, Bob.

[@Buck_Jones1909]

The tent by Gazelle is a real game changer and so reasonably priced! Thank you for sharing your life as nomads!

[@kathiebauer5165]

Nice to see another family’s decision to go on the road. Enjoy your travels ❤️

[@MoBangFoYoBucks]

Love the addition of the outside tent! Hope to see you again down the road again soon Patty & Karl.~Tim

[@carolynfinley9238]

LOVE the artwork! Such an amazing gift. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@daledeimel1833]

Inspiring couple. My wife and I just keep learning more and more about being nomads. Thank you so much for helping to schooling us.

[@danoc51]

What a nice couple that places a great deal of importance on their happiness. I'm curious to see what load-up looks like. I'm guessing they have a bike rack on the back of the van and add a few other things to that. The tent is a great addition...I'm wondering how often it gets too hot or cold for use.

[@genesnyder2985]

Wow the paintings are amazing !!

[@JE.DeLobo]

All of you are awesome. Great ideas I'll be incorporating into my build. Best wishes all!

[@Zoet50]

Bob is such a good man and class act

[@middleearthltd]

Lot of actionable information in this video. Everyone needs to find their way and do what works for them. Nice. Thank you and God Speed to them.

[@om.stevediyandtravels8684]

her art work is beautiful wow

[@mrj-charles6383]

Karl and Patti you can tell been together for a long time. Like destiny they seem happy together.

[@kimberlyknight4973]

Bob you have inspired so many people including me. I hope you can interview me someday. Such a inspiring couple love the set up Karl and Patti. The art is amazing my dad did oil paintings and my youngest daughter has the art talent wish I did. I have a turtle top 1999 Ford E 150 and bought a 4 person tent to use for extra room.

[@thesaurusrex7919]

Her art work is beautiful

[@RViewofAmerica]

Thank you!

[@kendrasmith6637]

Really nice and happy couple. 😊 I enjoyed watching this. Nice van and nice tent set up too. Thx

[@staroceans8677]

Nice couple and a great retirement very creative.

[@EdwardGomillion]

Gotta say, that's some pretty nice artwork.

[@danielbrinkman8069]

awwe what a sweet couple I like the art work very pretty

[@lindsaylivinlife6282]

Love their set up and beautiful paintings too! And, Bob, you are indeed doing the right thing at the right time! Your channel has touched so many lives in such positive, life changing ways!! Love your channel! ♥️

[@sherriroberts7590]

I love your paintings

[@GracieandJacqsAdventures]

Beautiful art work❤ Love the tent!! Glad to know that it holds up during the wind storms..

[@bobw.991]

I like they're idea. Smaller rv and a tent. Cool...

[@wyrdadventures]

Great van set up and even better gazelle! You could live like this forever!

[@morrisshepherd1637]

What a great tour of the van and gazelle. We are really impressed with the tent. It has so many options that are useful. Thanks for sharing and Bob for the tour.

[@sandylipscomb7003]

Love the red barn💗💗💗

[@terrapintravels3829]

Lovely couple, class B and tent. Thank you so much Bob.🎉

[@1SprintCarLady]

Her artwork is beautiful!

[@carenjobe1228]

Great video & happy couple..isn’t that what life is about? Being happy. Love the tent addition..thank you for sharing

[@tonyastokley5165]

Very inspiring couple ! Everyone should live this way ! Very nice living the life free ! Ty so much ! I’m following y’all ! May you guys be blessed with awesome memories and travels ! Night guys

[@alonzoingram6755]

How precious !

[@Wendigo_Rye]

Yeah started out a year ago, I feel less stressed than before living in an apartment. It’s just nature for me, really resets my mind from school and work.

[@douglasfielder87]

Nice van, nice couple!

[@zonacrs]

Having that outdoor space is crucial. Love that style of tent/screen room, CLAM outdoors is another manufacturer. Still on the fence about building out my truck with a EZ lift topper system or getting a van and having Wafarer build it out very simply. In either case a tent or screen room will be part of the equation. Nice to see people enjoying their retirement as nomads.

[@Chrispbacon99]

Great setup.

[@julesf.]

Awesome setup. Versatility is a game changer in tiny living. The tent is among my plans for the future as well.

[@jennyferrios245]

You are so nice. I have been watching and learning from everyone how life can be different. I am a scary cat but one day it will be my turn to do this life style🥰

[@moonchild7456]

What a cool couple and inspiring video!

[@RLeeVanCamps]

Amazing set up. Looks like it works well for them. Her artwork is beautiful.

[@thecookie8453]

That’s amazing art work. Nice couple too, close bond between them.

[@mr.waynes7555]

i love this guy, he actually called the water heater a water heater rather than a hot water heater

[@RViewofAmerica]

Lol, thanks!

[@angeladawn805]

What a brillant set up and a gorgeous couple, this is the way to do it, they've got the balance right 😍😍😍😍

[@anthonygolden3685]

Awesome couple and interview👍

[@raethibodeau9604]

Beautiful artwork and a lovely couple. It must be love to share such close quarters. They make it work. I need to put that tent on my list.

[@darlene9154]

Wow, she’s a great artist!

[@kathrynb4683]

I love my Gazelle but you need serious anchors for high winds. Almost lost mine on the TX Gulf and in Hagerstown MD. Now I use dog least spiral posts over the top as well as those provided.😊 Rocks or brick to hold the wide bottom flaps to the ground. It'll stay put. I use mine as a garage and dining room.

[@RViewofAmerica]

Yes, we use 11 straps and rocks to keep the tent in place. Thanks for watching! Karl and Patti

[@jimbear8888]

What a great setup. We did a season in Q in 2020 and the wind wiped out 2 of our tents. Gonna have to look into the gazelle tent! Great couple, great video!!♥️

[@patti8732]

Thanks, Bob, I enjoyed Patti & Carl so much I subscribed to their channel and let them know I was there by seeing your video. 🙂

[@WanderingNature]

Awesome Video, the mountain views and music was on point❤

[@becs2272]

That artwork!!😮❤

[@justlucky13]

Great set up!!! we could be twins almost ha ha ha ha I have a 94 Ford high top looks the same, I also have a Clam shelter and a 7x16 solar/utility trailer too love it!!!!!!!!!!! Peace

[@dianejohnson1991]

A lovely couple

[@cathythomas298]

Bob, you look fantastic, very trim. Look happy too.

[@daytonabchnative]

This is awesome. My husband & I ended up selling our class A DP, and we plan to do an ambulance build. I however felt ambivalent about us both being in such a small space together with our 2 pups, so the tent idea I really like! I’m going to incorporate that into our setup!

[@ThePossumone]

I guess with the tent it would take a while to set up but if you are staying put for a while it would certainly be worth it !! Lovely couple

[@kevinsmith5318]

Beautiful couple!

[@jea7602]

Great video! You have helped us with ideas how we can make a little more space for ourselves. Congratulations to you both for making this life work…. 👏👏👏

[@user-pw4ww1eo7o]

Patti. I love your art. Keep up the awesome work.

[@myyou2b]

Great arrangement, folks.

[@Muttaqee36]

I would have love to see how they set up that shower in that tent very interesting !!!

[@cotter9751]

Such a great setup. Lots to inspire!

[@clementinabrooks7562]

Very nice !

[@louisepotier2784]

THAT was very interesting! A great couple with a lot of respect for each others' ''space''. You could feel a lot of caring. It was a very inspiring video. The art though, 🌹🌹🌹🌷🌻❤. As an artist myself, I need to create, no matter what. Have a great day! 🙂

[@katherineanderson6297]

Love your paintings,beauitiful