I was sick of living for work so I converted an old ambulance into my dream home – people are shocked by how big it is
A WOMAN who was sick of living for work decided to switch up her entire life and convert an old ambulance into her dream home.
Despite her new digs being on wheels it’s surprisingly spacious and has everything inside that Rachel could ever need.
She told Tiny House Giant Journey about why she made the move: “Before living nomadically I realised how much I was living for work and basing a lot of my happiness in work.”
That’s when she set herself a budget of £15-£20k to buy and transform an old ambulance into her home.
It took Rachel six months just to gut the ambulance so she could start again.
Rachel lives on in the ambulance with her pet cat, Thomas, who seems to also enjoy life on the road.
Inside, Rachel’s aim was to create something “homely and open” which she definitely achieved.
Her kitchen has a big fridge-freezer and plenty of storage space, plus some posh shelves.
The bedroom has a full double bed, although she had to cut it down to make it fit in the gap.
“I wish it was bigger but you’ve got to pick your battles. It does the trick, it’s got storage underneath,” she said.
Luckily, Rachel does have room to hang some of her clothes, which she has plenty of.
She said: “I probably don’t need all of it, but it’s nice having the option when you’re surrounded by the elements and the weather is crazy every day.”
The roll down projector and screen is definitely they highlight of van life though – and it means Rachel can relax and watch films on the big screen from the comfort of her bed.
Unlike a lot of van conversions, Rachel’s van does have a bathroom on board, complete with a rain shower and a stylish black accent wall.
After showing off her how on social media people were amazed with how well she transformed the small space.
One said: “The most spacious ambulance build I’ve seen. Also the most liveable for a female. Great job.”
A second agreed: “Wonderful build, I like how spacious it looks. And the ambulance body looks more rugged and safe than a regular van body.”