CLEVER CAMPERS
We converted school bus into a stunning RV – and saved thousands with off-grid living
A YOUNG couple has found a creative way to live their life on the road - by using an old school bus converted into a fully functional RV.
For roughly £6,000, Josh and Emily began their project designing and building their own camper to begin their life off-grid.
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The thrifty couple bought a 2004 School Bus and had all of the seats removed as they began disassembly, they told .
In two short years, they had their dream home on wheels - with two full offices for the couple to get their work done.
The amazing RV also has a 2400-watt solar panel system to power the vehicle.
The cherry on top is the water and fuel tanks mounted underneath the bus, allowing it to go off-grid for up to two weeks.
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Painted in creamsicle orange and white and made complete with awnings by the doors, it's perfect for any outdoor adventure.
Emily showed off her and Josh's impressive kitchen, with wide open windows and light stained wood.
Cabinets were filled with glass jars of organised spices and full measuring equipment, ensuring the couple doesn't go hungry while on the road.
Parts of the floor are hollow, allowing a plethora of storage space for essentials like food and paper towels.
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A gas stove and full sized refrigerator are just a few of the amazing features for the foodie couple.
The dashboard of the camper also features an adorable home for their four-legged feline Juniper, complete with a litter box, food dish and water dish.
Fancy a hot shower? The bus comes equipped with a propane-powered water heater.
The shower is right next to the toilet, but comes with an adjustable shower head for "very tall" Josh.
An L-shaped couch near the front of the bus can transform into a queen bed when the couple have guests over.
Emily and Josh's favourite feature of their home on wheels is the small dishwasher, which Emily said is a "luxury we could not go without".
The bus does come with a downside: only getting 5-10mpg while towing the couple's bright red Jeep Wrangler.
But the benefits of living on the road far outweigh the cost for Emily and Josh.
The total cost of the bus came in at around £66,000, but the young couple are saving loads thanks to their thrifty lifestyle.
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