I bought a teeny caravan for £3k to live in – it’s so much cheaper than a house but there’s something major missing
A WOMAN who bought a tiny caravan has revealed how cost effective it is despite missing out on some daily essentials.
Emma Meese took to social media showing off her tiny home and everything she was able to fit inside.
At first glance, the caravan was much smaller than your typical home on wheels.
The caravan Emma has was from a Polish company and the model is called Niewiadów and is a tiny 4.5metres wide and 2metres long.
The adorable caravan had a surfboard hanging from the side as Emma took viewers in for a tour.
“Our caravan is small but perfectly formed,” she captioned the clip.
Inside she had decorate the small van using gorgeous warm yellows and oranges for a cosy feel.
On one side of the van was a small single bed and the opposite end had a small double bed
In between the beds was a tiny washing up station equipped with a sink, small hob, and a mini fridge.
Towards the door, Emma had a small cupboard she used as the wardrobe and for more storage.
She revealed that the van itself cost her just £3,000 and she could attach it to her car to travel around the UK.
But plenty of people spotted she was missing one vital room.
People were quick to point out that she had no where to go to the to in her caravan.
Despite the lack of bathroom her video posted to her TikTok account @livemylifeincolour went viral with over 50k views.
People were quick to take to the comments swooning over her tiny van.
One person wrote: “I’ve always wanted one of these…… can I ask how much I should be looking to spend?”
“Depends on how old the van is and what comes with it. You can get a decent older model Freedom (like mine) for around £3000,” Emma replied.
Another commented: “That’s awesome Emma!”
“Where is the toilet??” penned a third.
Why I could never live in a tiny home
Tiny homes are getting increasingly popular in the UK, especially in the cost of living crisis when first-time buyers are struggling to get on the property ladder or current homeowners are having to pay ridiculous interest rates on mortgages.
But Rebecca Miller, Fabulous’ Associate Editor, has shared why living in a tiny home would be her idea of a nightmare.
“I’m currently in the process of selling my flat and buying a house, and as I pack up all my belongings, I’m worried where it is all going to go – there is so much stuff!
Fortunately, I’m very privileged to be buying a house with more square feet than my current flat.
But it got me wondering, could I ever live in a small space? And the answer is no.
- Less personal space
Living with another person immediately cuts down on personal space, but remove several rooms, and I’d be left with only the bathroom as my sanctuary. I’m not sure I’d be able to cope!
- Less storage space
I’m like a magpie, I like collecting pretty things, and I like my belongings to be organised. With limited storage space, I’d find it really hard to keep everything neat and tidy.
- Can’t play host
One of the joys of being an independent adult is being able to host – friends, family, overnight stays, and dinner parties. Where would I gather everyone for a Sunday lunch if my table only sat two? Not to mention, how would I cook a Sunday lunch?
- No room to grow
Both as an individual, as part of a couple and also my hobbies, can be restricted by physical space. When I first moved into my flat, I was overjoyed at having my own balcony, and it has been a space where my love for gardening has grown. Five years on, my balcony is now overflowing with plants, and I’ve had to set up a mini propagator in the living room!
Meanwhile a fourth said: “Beautiful and perfect.”
“Love it!!!” claimed a fifth.
Someone else added: “Bathroom?”
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