In this video I'm sharing the five best no build layouts for a minivan camper conversion... that's right! FIVE van tours in one video!! I'll also briefly discuss the pros and cons while comparing each. Which is your favorite? Let me know in the comments! See below for product links, as well as links for full, detailed tours of each setup for those wanting more info about any of the setups. ==== Simple stealth setup with all seats up: th-cam.com/video/g87gMvwdfpM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=4ss84Gkzgu9M3_TY 3rd row bench bed with spacious living: th-cam.com/video/txFwrDcHg90/w-d-xo.htmlsi=5-7SqnFNyeLzYVHO Self inflating mattress & lots of headroom: th-cam.com/video/3saLI1NIsOc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=QV3ICRCohvkXpFY1 Camp cot with tons of storage underneath: th-cam.com/video/SkJUB2OHEEc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=MpEcFjS2QomjixDy Trifold mattress setup that sleeps 2: th-cam.com/video/SyR7VEpNOd4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=JHVma5j7A_tS0zxO How I turn my 3rd row bench into a bed: th-cam.com/video/fIsZP6d4Gyw/w-d-xo.htmlsi=N6D44yMwkge-o6bw ===== **As an Amazon Associate, I do earn a small commission for any qualifying purchases made using the links below, but this is at no additional cost to you, and I only recommend the items I personally use and love. Using these links is a great way to support my channel and ensure that I can continue to deliver quality future content, so thank you in advance for your support - I truly appreciate it! Product Links for Indoor & Outdoor Setup/Items Used: Trifold mattress: amzn.to/4hndjWf Coleman Camp cot: amzn.to/3WzeWbo Elegear self inflating mattress: amzn.to/3PTKvZG salt lamp string lights: amzn.to/3yaK0VT new usb rechargeable lamp: amzn.to/3UQnMRC pink and beige pillow: amzn.to/4ai42L7 Jackery 240 Power Station: amzn.to/3wIiHgX Jackery 1000 Power Station: amzn.to/3lzmMyP Bluetti EB70S Power Station (800W inverter with 716Wh): amzn.to/3nhu0ft BougeRV C20 car fridge amzn.to/4giDYmw Shower bag: amzn.to/39LSDtM cup holder phone stand for watching TV: amzn.to/3Kk6veY Narrow table: amzn.to/4068fzP Luci Light inflatable solar lantern: amzn.to/3YXvJ6U set of mini cooking utensils: amzn.to/3IdBlTD Lunatec pressurized water bottle: amzn.to/3KBgXyX macrame fruit hammock/bag: amzn.to/3lOlwLT Koonie 8" blades rechargeable USB fan with clamp: amzn.to/3lHxBCl cup holder inverter: amzn.to/41bpluz bamboo breakfast tray: amzn.to/3GiXM8Q Hot Logic Mini: amzn.to/3YD1YbV Dash Mini Maker Electric Griddle: amzn.to/413y6qF low wattage (300W) BalBali electric kettle: amzn.to/3YD96EV Aeropress coffee maker: amzn.to/3lLFKG5 handheld battery powered milk frother: amzn.to/3kat7DV mesh window screens: amzn.to/3GiXSxe magnetic window curtains: amzn.to/3G8TqAW ergonomic gel memory foam seat cushion: amzn.to/3wBLNjg boot scraper: amzn.to/3z1eaJc side slot cup holders: amzn.to/3wC6IS0 hands free phone cup holder stand: amzn.to/3sTLHS1 hands free phone dash mount: amzn.to/3G8Uvsu USB LED light bulb: amzn.to/3yVudZc stained glass "rainbow" decals: - phases of the moon: amzn.to/3WBaxm9 - mandalas: amzn.to/3hJXlfF magic mesh screen doors: amzn.to/41OXq3x mosquito netting: amzn.to/44aPhrU Folding camp table (aluminum): amzn.to/37GGGF2 Coleman Camp Chair: amzn.to/3L52sQg 1.5" memory foam topper: amzn.to/3EfMQZS Luci solar string lights: amzn.to/46mPF6X Mosaic solar lantern: amzn.to/3LDJpjb large storage hamper: amzn.to/3OVtO0S storage bins with bamboo lids: amzn.to/3oCcfbC chargeable hang led color change light amzn.to/41a5IUm
This is PERFECT timing!!! I bought a Pacifica today and am also a member of the vertically challenged girls club! I'm already a camper and have some of the items to outfit my van. I can't wait for tomorrow to get at my no build. Thanks for all the ideas!!!!
They're all decadent, but Storage Galore has my vote. I was gifted a second same-size power station and low wattage items over the holidays and want to review them, so I'll be re-watching your videos of that type, bc I really like how you did them. Very thorough, professional and well paced without being overwhelming. Cute blue floral tshirt! Thanks so much for all you do, Heather. Namaste'. 💖
I love all 5 of the set ups! You have such a way about you and making your van look absolutely cozy and inviting, thank you for all the wonderful motivational no build builds❤
Hi Heather thanks for sharing your setups, love all 5 setups they all look cosy, with 4 i like the bed up from the floor & storage underneath, thanks for sharing 🤗 🙋♀️🇦🇺
I don’t know if I will be able to manage to purchase all the things that I would need but thank you so much for showing all these set ups and ideas. I very much appreciate it and you’re right what a view I live in Pennsylvania and we’re down to the teens, so it’s very cold feet sure does look wonderful😊 God bless you and safe travels.
I definitely started out slow, and it's taken me a few years to build up to the items and upgrades I have now (like the fridge and additional power especially!) But you can get started with just the essentials until you figure out what else you want and need, too, so don't feel like you need all this to start out on adventures! 💕💕
Thank you! I'm actually using that setup again this weekend, and I added my mattress topper that I typically use on my cot for a little added thickness, and it's very comfy!!
My favorite is the one with the cot because it looks so much bigger and more floor space I guess because of all the storage you have up under the cot. But they all look so cozy and easy.
What a great video. I really appreciated your creativity in devising these five set ups.. I’m just starting out with my minivan. I’ve only been on one camp out, but it sure was fun. I am currently using your “cot “set up but I kept one of the rear seat sections up so I would have a place to just sit. Not sure if I will keep to that strategy. Thanks for all the practical ideas.! You make it look so easy😁
Hi Heather. Funny thing just happened. I was thinking it would be nice if you had posted a video if you felt up to doing so. I just happened to check my notifications, lol, and here you are. Funny how things happen like that. My favorite setup would be #4!!! Hands down. It's great you showed so many options. I wish my Kia Sorento had as much room as your van, but you work with what you got. Lol. Have a great weekend, and stay warm.
That means a lot to me that your were thinking about me, appreciate it! And thanks for answering which one you prefer, I'm curious to see what everyone's choices are! 💚
These are all great but #5 with a couple tweeks cuz i wanna live full time for my dream road trip cuz if its cold i can cuddle me and my dogs in the sitting mode or if i wanna stretch out i can unfold just my fav! Im not short but i can sleep in the back seat of my moms Camry cuz i curl up lol
Mine setup is similar to your last one but I leave up the smaller part of the bench up for reading. Mine is not as aesthetically pleasing as yours. Great job.
Thank you! I've actually done that before myself, and it's definitely nice to have a comfortable, designated seat in that spot too! I felt that it closed off the space a little, and made it harder to access some of the under bed storage while inside, but that's also a great option for people, thanks for sharing!
I like 3 and 4, but 5 is nice also since I tend to roll over a lot. I'd have to admit I'd be tempted to find a way to hook up a hammock. I hope I spelled that right.
Thank you! I've actually been curious about a hammock in a setup - I've heard from a couple people that have used one in their rigs diagonally, and I find it very intriguing!!
@HeathersHikesAndAdVANtures you're very welcome & If I remember correctly on the number 2 setup, you mentioned how it put you in a helpful sleeping or resting position, and a hammock would put you into that position I figure it would be worth a try for you health wise and room wise also plus you'd beable to teach others ho to set it up 😀
I like them all for different reasons. Hardest for me is just a mattress on the floor. These old bones have a hard time getting up, especially with overall short headroom.
I was hoping to find the link for your wood grain foam puzzle piece flooring but it's not here if you post it I would be happy to use your link so that you benefit
In this video I'm sharing the five best no build layouts for a minivan camper conversion... that's right! FIVE van tours in one video!! I'll also briefly discuss the pros and cons while comparing each. Which is your favorite? Let me know in the comments! See below for product links, as well as links for full, detailed tours of each setup for those wanting more info about any of the setups.
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Simple stealth setup with all seats up:
th-cam.com/video/g87gMvwdfpM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=4ss84Gkzgu9M3_TY
3rd row bench bed with spacious living:
th-cam.com/video/txFwrDcHg90/w-d-xo.htmlsi=5-7SqnFNyeLzYVHO
Self inflating mattress & lots of headroom:
th-cam.com/video/3saLI1NIsOc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=QV3ICRCohvkXpFY1
Camp cot with tons of storage underneath:
th-cam.com/video/SkJUB2OHEEc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=MpEcFjS2QomjixDy
Trifold mattress setup that sleeps 2:
th-cam.com/video/SyR7VEpNOd4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=JHVma5j7A_tS0zxO
How I turn my 3rd row bench into a bed:
th-cam.com/video/fIsZP6d4Gyw/w-d-xo.htmlsi=N6D44yMwkge-o6bw
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**As an Amazon Associate, I do earn a small commission for any qualifying purchases made using the links below, but this is at no additional cost to you, and I only recommend the items I personally use and love. Using these links is a great way to support my channel and ensure that I can continue to deliver quality future content, so thank you in advance for your support - I truly appreciate it!
Product Links for Indoor & Outdoor Setup/Items Used:
Trifold mattress:
amzn.to/4hndjWf
Coleman Camp cot:
amzn.to/3WzeWbo
Elegear self inflating mattress:
amzn.to/3PTKvZG
salt lamp string lights:
amzn.to/3yaK0VT
new usb rechargeable lamp:
amzn.to/3UQnMRC
pink and beige pillow:
amzn.to/4ai42L7
Jackery 240 Power Station:
amzn.to/3wIiHgX
Jackery 1000 Power Station:
amzn.to/3lzmMyP
Bluetti EB70S Power Station
(800W inverter with 716Wh):
amzn.to/3nhu0ft
BougeRV C20 car fridge
amzn.to/4giDYmw
Shower bag:
amzn.to/39LSDtM
cup holder phone stand for watching TV:
amzn.to/3Kk6veY
Narrow table:
amzn.to/4068fzP
Luci Light inflatable solar lantern:
amzn.to/3YXvJ6U
set of mini cooking utensils:
amzn.to/3IdBlTD
Lunatec pressurized water bottle:
amzn.to/3KBgXyX
macrame fruit hammock/bag:
amzn.to/3lOlwLT
Koonie 8" blades rechargeable USB fan with clamp:
amzn.to/3lHxBCl
cup holder inverter:
amzn.to/41bpluz
bamboo breakfast tray:
amzn.to/3GiXM8Q
Hot Logic Mini:
amzn.to/3YD1YbV
Dash Mini Maker Electric Griddle:
amzn.to/413y6qF
low wattage (300W) BalBali electric kettle:
amzn.to/3YD96EV
Aeropress coffee maker:
amzn.to/3lLFKG5
handheld battery powered milk frother:
amzn.to/3kat7DV
mesh window screens:
amzn.to/3GiXSxe
magnetic window curtains:
amzn.to/3G8TqAW
ergonomic gel memory foam seat cushion:
amzn.to/3wBLNjg
boot scraper:
amzn.to/3z1eaJc
side slot cup holders:
amzn.to/3wC6IS0
hands free phone cup holder stand:
amzn.to/3sTLHS1
hands free phone dash mount:
amzn.to/3G8Uvsu
USB LED light bulb:
amzn.to/3yVudZc
stained glass "rainbow" decals:
- phases of the moon:
amzn.to/3WBaxm9
- mandalas:
amzn.to/3hJXlfF
magic mesh screen doors:
amzn.to/41OXq3x
mosquito netting:
amzn.to/44aPhrU
Folding camp table (aluminum):
amzn.to/37GGGF2
Coleman Camp Chair:
amzn.to/3L52sQg
1.5" memory foam topper:
amzn.to/3EfMQZS
Luci solar string lights:
amzn.to/46mPF6X
Mosaic solar lantern:
amzn.to/3LDJpjb
large storage hamper:
amzn.to/3OVtO0S
storage bins with bamboo lids:
amzn.to/3oCcfbC
chargeable hang led color change light
amzn.to/41a5IUm
I like the ‘storage galore’ setup! I like all the stylish elements you’ve incorporated, it really is like a cabin on wheels! ty ☮️
The last one I loved especially with that gorgeous view it looks so cozy😃😃....
Love all of these setups 🩷it’s amazing how cozy you made your van 🩷
Thanks so much!!
So versatile!! All 5 setups are 👍!! Thank you and Greetings 👋
Thank youuu!
This is PERFECT timing!!! I bought a Pacifica today and am also a member of the vertically challenged girls club! I'm already a camper and have some of the items to outfit my van. I can't wait for tomorrow to get at my no build. Thanks for all the ideas!!!!
Good luck, and enjoy setting it up! Excited for you!!
@ loving it!!!
I like the places you camp in. Take me with you someday☺️
They're all decadent, but Storage Galore has my vote. I was gifted a second same-size power station and low wattage items over the holidays and want to review them, so I'll be re-watching your videos of that type, bc I really like how you did them. Very thorough, professional and well paced without being overwhelming. Cute blue floral tshirt! Thanks so much for all you do, Heather. Namaste'. 💖
Thank you so much!! (And thanks for sharing your favorite) Best of luck with your reviews on your new items 💚
I love all 5 of the set ups! You have such a way about you and making your van look absolutely cozy and inviting, thank you for all the wonderful motivational no build builds❤
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!!
This is an awesome video. I love seeing all the variations possible.
Thank you.
Thank you, so glad you enjoyed it!!
Hi Heather thanks for sharing your setups, love all 5 setups they all look cosy, with 4 i like the bed up from the floor & storage underneath, thanks for sharing 🤗
🙋♀️🇦🇺
Thank you for watching!! 💚
Thanks Heather all of the sit-ups are nice thanks for sharing them with us.
Great indivudual set ups. I prefer number 4. Cozy and roomy .
Thank you!! Appreciate you sharing your choice!
I like 4 and 5 very much because the of the space and cosiness it exudes. Thank you for this video it was extremely informative.
I do like the cot setup😊
Thank you!!
Great video very informative!😊
Thank you!
I don’t know if I will be able to manage to purchase all the things that I would need but thank you so much for showing all these set ups and ideas. I very much appreciate it and you’re right what a view I live in Pennsylvania and we’re down to the teens, so it’s very cold feet sure does look wonderful😊 God bless you and safe travels.
I definitely started out slow, and it's taken me a few years to build up to the items and upgrades I have now (like the fridge and additional power especially!) But you can get started with just the essentials until you figure out what else you want and need, too, so don't feel like you need all this to start out on adventures! 💕💕
I truly appreciate your setups. I'm excited to brainstorm ideas for my upcoming trip. Thank you for sharing!
Have fun on your upcoming trip!!
I like the cot set up because of the storage :)
Thank you! So far that seems to be the favorite!
3 is definitely my favorite, I would need a bit more thickness for bed! Good job 👍
Thank you! I'm actually using that setup again this weekend, and I added my mattress topper that I typically use on my cot for a little added thickness, and it's very comfy!!
Great video. Thank you!
Thank you!!
Great... now I want a mini van..... LOL. Just joshin', I love my rig.... but dang those mini vans are so versatile!
Thank you! They really are - I never would have expected to love a minivan so much years ago lol!
My favorite is the one with the cot because it looks so much bigger and more floor space I guess because of all the storage you have up under the cot. But they all look so cozy and easy.
Thank you!! So far the cot setup seems to be the crowd favorite! 💚
What a great video. I really appreciated your creativity in devising these five set ups.. I’m just starting out with my minivan. I’ve only been on one camp out, but it sure was fun. I am currently using your “cot “set up but I kept one of the rear seat sections up so I would have a place to just sit. Not sure if I will keep to that strategy. Thanks for all the practical ideas.! You make it look so easy😁
Thank you, I really appreciate it! And thanks for sharing your setup details!
Hi Heather. Funny thing just happened. I was thinking it would be nice if you had posted a video if you felt up to doing so. I just happened to check my notifications, lol, and here you are. Funny how things happen like that. My favorite setup would be #4!!! Hands down. It's great you showed so many options. I wish my Kia Sorento had as much room as your van, but you work with what you got. Lol. Have a great weekend, and stay warm.
That means a lot to me that your were thinking about me, appreciate it! And thanks for answering which one you prefer, I'm curious to see what everyone's choices are! 💚
😊nice..
These are all great but #5 with a couple tweeks cuz i wanna live full time for my dream road trip cuz if its cold i can cuddle me and my dogs in the sitting mode or if i wanna stretch out i can unfold just my fav! Im not short but i can sleep in the back seat of my moms Camry cuz i curl up lol
Mine setup is similar to your last one but I leave up the smaller part of the bench up for reading. Mine is not as aesthetically pleasing as yours. Great job.
#4 not 5. Sorry.
Thanks. I like number 4 with the cot and storage underneath but with the second row passenger side seat up to sit in. So maybe that is #6.
Thank you! I've actually done that before myself, and it's definitely nice to have a comfortable, designated seat in that spot too! I felt that it closed off the space a little, and made it harder to access some of the under bed storage while inside, but that's also a great option for people, thanks for sharing!
You look so 🥰
I like 3 and 4, but 5 is nice also since I tend to roll over a lot. I'd have to admit I'd be tempted to find a way to hook up a hammock. I hope I spelled that right.
Thank you! I've actually been curious about a hammock in a setup - I've heard from a couple people that have used one in their rigs diagonally, and I find it very intriguing!!
@HeathersHikesAndAdVANtures you're very welcome & If I remember correctly on the number 2 setup, you mentioned how it put you in a helpful sleeping or resting position, and a hammock would put you into that position I figure it would be worth a try for you health wise and room wise also plus you'd beable to teach others ho to set it up 😀
I have to say, the only time Ive wished I were shorter is since Ive become obsessed with Van life!
It's definitely the first time I can recall being happy to be so short lol!
I like them all for different reasons. Hardest for me is just a mattress on the floor. These old bones have a hard time getting up, especially with overall short headroom.
Thank you friend! That's definitely valid about the lower sleeping setup, thanks for the feedback!
What campground is this where you are filming at today? It looks very nice with huge parking spots
How long have u had ur jackery?
I was hoping to find the link for your wood grain foam puzzle piece flooring but it's not here if you post it I would be happy to use your link so that you benefit
Here is the one I got! I'll have to add it to my product list, thanks for asking!
amzn.to/4hsRHb8
I just rented a Pacifica and I loved the design but Chrysler doesn't have the best track record mechanically or didn't