VAN TOUR: Self Converted Sprinter Van | Luxury Tiny Home | Full Bathroom | Elevator Bed

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  • @Drinkteatravel
    @Drinkteatravel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We have created a BRAND NEW Van Tour Walk through after having Benji for 2 years and traveling over 3 summers. Please make sure to see all the changes we made! th-cam.com/video/F78ZETV1JYQ/w-d-xo.html

    • @ellaova
      @ellaova ปีที่แล้ว

      There's a channel Travelers Tale has copied your van down to the fine details and fixtures

  • @chrisdo6174
    @chrisdo6174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    The elevator bed makes it possible for a living room and a bedroom very nice!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah that was one of our top goals!

  • @andreawooten-mckinnon2982
    @andreawooten-mckinnon2982 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yasssssssss, I cn easily do this bed set up everyday.
    So, this is the first build tht lve seen, tht l literally would not hv to do any changes to.
    It fits my exact nds. I hv blueprints & l cnt believe, their a near match.
    Not many modifications whatsoever....
    I'm actually taken aback by this magnificent build.
    For me, l want to be able to walk front to bk, use cab seat(s) on a 360' swivel for more in van seating, hv a full bathroom w dry bucket system, hv a full functioning kitchen w full undermounted (double) sink, plenty of cabinet & storage space, hv a bed tht l dnt hv to mk up everyday, but cn be use easily, (be it murphy or elevator) & cn be put up out of the way for sofa lounging on both sides.
    As well as outdoor shower accessibility.
    This is awesome & it's beautiful.
    Grt job...thxs for sharing & be safe.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Grad you enjoyed it! Yeah we've installed swivel seat now for the front passenger

    • @andreawooten-mckinnon2982
      @andreawooten-mckinnon2982 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Drinkteatravel
      This is awesome 👌

  • @ilikeyoutube836
    @ilikeyoutube836 4 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    Wow, I dont think I've ever seen so much storage space in a van this size. Great use of space. Love the paint job too. Very original

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks! Yeah there definitely is a lot of storage which is great!

    • @nicovanzyl1979
      @nicovanzyl1979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nico💞

  • @bettyteh7294
    @bettyteh7294 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ithink every van should have beds like yours. It gives added space and also not putting away every morning and night. That is so great.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah we certainly like it! We have helped others be sharing how we built the bed system.

  • @rachelwalsh2028
    @rachelwalsh2028 4 ปีที่แล้ว +159

    I just bought a van and had a different design in mind. After seeing this I'm going back to the drawing board and adding a few new ideas!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Glad you liked it! And good luck with the build ! Have you checked out part 1 of our build video?

    • @ErenGamingOfficialChannel
      @ErenGamingOfficialChannel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      When it’s done show us a full tour on it

  • @SharonAvery
    @SharonAvery 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Finally!!! Love to see real people actually showing they truly live in the van 😊 not weekenders.

  • @GregGreggyGregGreg
    @GregGreggyGregGreg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    "Like that spoon that never got done this morning." Someone's in trouble!

  • @Kathy-zx5bu
    @Kathy-zx5bu ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great van!! It's beautiful and practical! Congratulations! Happy travels!

  • @wouthankel
    @wouthankel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are an exact copy of my wife. But like, for real. "I want a place to shower, make tea and to put my herbs and veggies". Yes darling ;-)

  • @vincentestone5764
    @vincentestone5764 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    This is a MAGNIFICENT Van Build ! More STORAGE than I've ever seen. AWESOME work on the Electrical, MAX. You 2 are Very Well Organized & it shows. MANY BLESSINGS !

  • @rosett3487
    @rosett3487 4 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    This is one of the best vans that I've seen. I love all of it.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks! Glad you like it

    • @Basement_CNC
      @Basement_CNC 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      i really like the van, but i love to way how box trucks look a lot better since they are wider and acsually square , so they look a lot bigger than they are

    • @samanthaelliott9487
      @samanthaelliott9487 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I couldn’t agree more!! Thank so much for sharing guys I’m definitely going to use some key components in my build!!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks!

    • @ChristopherDillman
      @ChristopherDillman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree. I've seen a lot of van conversions in my YT travels. This is the finest floorplan yet, checks all the boxes.

  • @4legs4paws55
    @4legs4paws55 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Well done! Love the elevator bed so you don’t have to convert the living space every day! Also awesome job fitting such a big kitchen
    Nice floor design... it’s marked for inspiration ;)
    Thanks for sharing

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks for the kind words. Yeah I love the elevator bed!

  • @ihogenhuis960
    @ihogenhuis960 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    This is hands down the best organized van I have ever seen.. Ikea must be very happy with you as customers..

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the kind words! yeah IKEA definitely has some nice finishing items that went well in the van. Amazon is truly the one that was happy with us!

  • @beetroot48
    @beetroot48 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The amount of thought and design in this van is phenomenal. Congratulations on a fabulous creation. May you have many years of happy living in it!

  • @drakeash1674
    @drakeash1674 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    hey pro tip, put the mats on the edges of the bottom of the bed so you dont have to put those down each time, you could probably do a type of foam or something similar to that

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah that was our plan when we left of something to do on the road but we just havent gotten around to it lol

  • @Whatsupbruther
    @Whatsupbruther 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is EXACTLY what I want to make, the only differences I have is the back would be a desk instead of cabinets, and my shower would be the entire sliding door entryway, with a teak wood mat as the floor with an aluminum shower pan! I love the live edge countertops!!!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome! Sounds like it would be a good rig. We are just about to release an update van tour video highlighting some of the new things we have added since we first built the van.

  • @saranaghavi
    @saranaghavi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Such a great design and build! Drawing a lot of inspo from y’all for my own van plans. Quick thought - you can put a matting material on the underside of the bed frame so you don’t have an extra step at night to protect that gorgeous wood counters in the living area

  • @susanjeffay3851
    @susanjeffay3851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Most unique shower! how it takes up less room, as it is backed to the driver. Oh wow! I just got to the bed!!! Awesome!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot. Yeah it definitely turned out great! Lots of hard work!

  • @watermelon4600
    @watermelon4600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    the wood is so beautiful , and the bathroom is very nice designed, first time i saw people use that corner to build bathroom , wish you all the best in travel

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks!
      Yeah we saw one other person use it in the UK and got the inspiration for that bit from there. It definitely gives us that added space on the front when getting in the vehicle.

  • @s.z.6200
    @s.z.6200 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So many great features in this van. The curved corner shower seems to take up less space, the live edge countertop is so nice, and the desk is so spacious.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah the curve shower definitely helps create more space at the entrance of the van which is pretty good. And thanks watching!

  • @kathyg.8960
    @kathyg.8960 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    You have so much storage. I love it. 🙂

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, yeah it's pretty functional storage as well which is good.

    • @dingfeldersmurfalot4560
      @dingfeldersmurfalot4560 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Drinkteatravel Absolutely. The usual arrangement with a garage in back rarely uses something like long super-strong drawers, so it tends to look like stuff is hard to get to and messy. Your solution is very clean and organized.

  • @maxfastest
    @maxfastest 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Coffee. The last thing i would need, thankfully.
    Nice setup !!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some drink tea, some drink coffee ;)

    • @ljfreitag401
      @ljfreitag401 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What kind of coffee system which also boils water, do you have?

  • @carlah6922
    @carlah6922 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    LOVE the corner shower! Havent seen that option yet. Nice and tucked away behind the driver seat. Brilliant! 👍🏼

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! 👍

    • @007nadineL
      @007nadineL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me either and I must have watched 2,000 yt vids on vanlife

    • @grettaspier2756
      @grettaspier2756 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd be torn between having the toilet close to the cab or close to the bed. Your set-up means that the rest of the van is open so good choice.

  • @nadinemarchand7288
    @nadinemarchand7288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thé bed sliding down saves a lot place >>> one of the best invention. No need to prepare the bed when you’re tired it’s already ready great thanks for this ingenious idea. The only problem when there is a problem of electricity. Maybe electric and if it’s possible a mechanic escape solution if can’t use electric. Just in my opinion but of course diner s place can be used in general. Thanks to share

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah we havent had the problem yet in a year and a half. If our battery died we could always turn on the car and let the alternator run it. If the winch itself burns out than we have two options. 1. There's a release lever on all winches. 2. I have it attached via hooks that can detach, so could lift up one side at a time and slide off hook.

    • @nadinemarchand7288
      @nadinemarchand7288 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Drinkteatravel but why you don’t do a little job on the way like me when I was travelling to pay the réparations of battery etc its better to prevent than have bigger problems after what you think?

    • @nadinemarchand7288
      @nadinemarchand7288 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Drinkteatravel ah the battery nof the van or the bed or inside. Very different. consequences

  • @spoiled4evaami
    @spoiled4evaami 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Your build is exactly what id like. The toilet AWAY from the bed! Who wants to smell "all that"... lol

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha exactly

    • @amywalker7515
      @amywalker7515 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Composting toilets, if vented properly, make hardly any smell. We have one in our glassed in porch as our "2nd bathroom" in our home.

    • @spoiled4evaami
      @spoiled4evaami 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I mean whilst the persons actually goin. I dint want hubby seein me, yes. After 37 yrs, i keep that private

    • @amywalker7515
      @amywalker7515 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@spoiled4evaami I guess we're all wired that way.

    • @dingfeldersmurfalot4560
      @dingfeldersmurfalot4560 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@spoiled4evaami It doesn't take a lot of machine-gun farting to take the bloom off the rose.

  • @lucodeath
    @lucodeath 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The positive bus bar really needs covering. Chuck something in there and short to the negative bar wouldnt be to great.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah we have the cover for it.

  • @piplup10203854
    @piplup10203854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The whole space you have for the bed and below it is exactly how I want my van to be setup. I love the idea of hiding the bed away on a lift and if I want under it I can have that walkway space to just sit and relax or do work etc. Great way to stow the bed in my opinion that’s what I want to do c:

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad you enjoyed it. Yeah its definitely very practical and has lots of space for storage.

    • @piplup10203854
      @piplup10203854 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Drinkteatravel I did and that is such a great thing to have with all that space!

  • @jeffsteinmetz7188
    @jeffsteinmetz7188 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For the Q&A video it would be great to to see the details on the lifting bed. What pulleys are you using and with what motor?

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      We have a link in the description that goes to a post that has all the items we used.

  • @votesudanusa
    @votesudanusa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ok. I REALLY like this setup. THIS would be ME. THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEO. This is an example of a good man who can use his hands.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching!

    • @votesudanusa
      @votesudanusa 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Drinkteatravel I AM in Love with your channel and I am a tough cookie

  • @toniwright7217
    @toniwright7217 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It this first van I've seen where someone has used foam to keep things in place, that's what I would do! Great van x

  • @tammymitchell4770
    @tammymitchell4770 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow, very impressive! The wood counter tops are gorgeous & Max has amazing skills!

  • @MrSebby13
    @MrSebby13 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent design, have you considered a pop-up flat-screen tv behind the dresser, it would work with the bed up or down and once it popped up, a swivel could be placed at the end of the bed or wherever.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Interesting, that could work

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Interesting, that could work

  • @Snoopdog793
    @Snoopdog793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Love the interior, I wish I had one of these. I was wondering how you guys wash your clothes?

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Good question! We typically just go to a laundromat since they are in almost any town.

  • @Js18100
    @Js18100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @11:11 - that magic pull out table tho!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks. We actually just did something similar in our troopy here in australia as well ;)

  • @sonniagrossman5095
    @sonniagrossman5095 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I mean this in the nicest way possible I could spot of breathing from the camera man so that is something to keep note when you film 🥰❤️🤗😁

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep already bought a mic ;)

    • @K1LL4Cam
      @K1LL4Cam 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It wasn't focus breathing it was jello from what I presume was warp stabilizer.

  • @beckyjackson7755
    @beckyjackson7755 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the full size bathroom with the fan. The flooring is a great choice! Kitchen setup is well organized! Fridge is just a great size as well!

  • @MARCM0DE
    @MARCM0DE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is one of the best builds I've ever seen I absolutely love it

  • @musicgrrl11
    @musicgrrl11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is excellent! I'm a jewelry designer and creator, on the road full time doing festivals and art fairs. I've been trying to come up with a way to have a studio setup, and your work area is just perfect! I think I would need to adjust the bed slightly higher or the table slightly lower, to be able to leave pieces i'm working on set up and ready to finish the next day, but other than that little mod, I'm completely in love! Well done, friends!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Wonderful! Good luck with the build!

  • @DeborahLong7777
    @DeborahLong7777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Stunning is not even the right word! A home for sure!!! Best I have seen y'all ❤

  • @Sm3510
    @Sm3510 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful build. I love the elevator bed concept. The open space in the middle allows a streamline flow from front to back. I look forward to seeing more videos and possibly creates something similar. Thank you for sharing.

  • @nagendragpu
    @nagendragpu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    loved the bed design and huge kitchen work space ! Thank u sharing

  • @asifgetto
    @asifgetto 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i just love these 170 inches van conversions. so much space.

  • @dhawkr.3678
    @dhawkr.3678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I had to subscribe. You had me dreaming on a van I can't build. Great job!!

  • @cargold7597
    @cargold7597 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the most practical vans I’ve seen.

  • @SkillingsVideo
    @SkillingsVideo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Attach some nice padding/mats to the living room ceiling/underneath bed. Then you don't have to put down padding anymore :)

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah we might eventually do that

    • @JOELAFRICK
      @JOELAFRICK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is sort of what I was thinking. You could recess rubber plugs into the wood along the edges, maybe?

    • @expertunleashed5741
      @expertunleashed5741 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JOELAFRICK Oooo, good idea!

  • @youdontknowme3935
    @youdontknowme3935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have been gathering info about van builds for months now and already had a general idea of what I wanted to go for.
    I kept watching videos mostly because I wanted to form a more informed image thinking the desing I had would not change drasticaly but this van build has such nice details it made me rethink crucial parts.
    Very nice work, truly envious hopefully ill be able to do something similar.

  • @chanm1000
    @chanm1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best van layout I have seen!!

  • @diovannycepeda
    @diovannycepeda 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I only go on TH-cam to watch van life videos and this has to be top 3 in best builds that I’ve seen i love it!!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks A Lot! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @MaxMustermann-sm4qu
    @MaxMustermann-sm4qu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wau ... one of the nicest builds I've ever seen. 👍

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, thanks!

    • @michaeldavies9533
      @michaeldavies9533 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What an awesome build so much storage space,you have made the most of all the available space,hope you both have many more enjoyable years with your van, enjoy all .thanks for showing your mobile home .

  • @pittroadsixzeroseven
    @pittroadsixzeroseven 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the way the design on the exterior of the van. I love the induction cooktop. The counter top looks like cypress, is very beautiful

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much! It is black walnut, but yeah looks awesome eh

  • @hannahl6223
    @hannahl6223 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love that you can charge your camera Equipment while its safely stored. Amazing

  • @vickylittles6714
    @vickylittles6714 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THAT BED IS DA BOMB DIGGITY!!!!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep its our hero feature thats for sure ;)

  • @Greenway1234
    @Greenway1234 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The best I’ve seen so far and I’ve seen so many. Love it!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot! Lots of heart, sweat and tears went into it lol

  • @pittroadsixzeroseven
    @pittroadsixzeroseven 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love that shower. I hear a few accents. I cook a lot and love vegetables and would need a separate bigger freezer. Basil needs a lot of water and light. Maybe a sun bulb for plants. The insulation mats are a great idea to keep out cold, thank you to your Mom. Those would be something I would buy for my RV. There is always his and her stuff lol. Wow that bed is awesome. I love the liner y’all used for the exterior of the van. Do they sell that in America. I have wanted to spray the front of our camper with it. Ever smash your finger in the sliding door, I hope not.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the kind words. Yeah they sell the liner in the US, if you go to bullyliner.com you should be able to get it.

  • @The.Mentalist
    @The.Mentalist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You could clue those matts on the bottom of the bed so you don't have to lay them out every day.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thought about that, but Oksana didnt want the exposed cork up there. We had planned to eventually take some cork and stain it in the same color to be less visible.

    • @naveeharris6835
      @naveeharris6835 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Drinkteatravel be careful to not let the stain stain the counter or white paint below the bed if you do that :)

  • @jdantigua1999
    @jdantigua1999 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great van with LOTS of space. The bed and full shower.

  • @GallivantingSA.Camping101
    @GallivantingSA.Camping101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ingenious design with an impressive amount of storage - congrats and wishing you many happy miles in your lovely van

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much! Took a lot of time and research and designing thats for sure!

  • @stephanieghali3242
    @stephanieghali3242 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best layout I have ever seen in a van build. I'm stealing all the ideas to put in my build 😂

  • @infiniteintelligence5626
    @infiniteintelligence5626 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You both are truely amazing and inspiring to watch. Thank-you

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and the kind words!

  • @cenedraleaheldra5275
    @cenedraleaheldra5275 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So lucky to be living now with the internet for work. Travelling while young is so possible then it was 40 or 50 years ago. I retired and bought the van and 4 wheel drive. Wham bam Covid put a stop to travel.... Brest of luck guys. Love your design great position for the bed.

  • @michaelmcnab4168
    @michaelmcnab4168 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Absolutely love the build. In the process of doing a van conversion with my wife, what make is your bathroom fan/extractor? Thanks :)

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We have a link in the description to a post with all the details. It's a maxxair fan.

  • @alexkiddie5252
    @alexkiddie5252 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. You have awakened the gypsy spirit in me again. Thank you.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha awesome! Time to start exploring again

  • @mindyknapp4958
    @mindyknapp4958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow! I’ve watched a lot of van conversion videos but yours was so informative and your choices are so efficient and beautiful. Have you ever considered attaching those cork mats to the underside of your bed using Velcro or an adhesive so it will be scratch resistant without needing to lay out the mats and put them away? Thanks for sharing, subscribed and looking forward to following your adventures.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful!
      Yeah thought about that originally but Oksana didnt want the cork showing on the ceiling as it would break up the look of it. Might reconsider tho ;)

    • @janaprocella8268
      @janaprocella8268 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you have a good version top built for that.... However the rest of this is 💯 percent wonderful

  • @kofik.8739
    @kofik.8739 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes, this is a very cool van, all in what needed and looks modern. I love the bed, which is so technical. Greetings from germany.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks and glad you enjoyed it

  • @cmcmillan7987
    @cmcmillan7987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow, the finish on your van is amazing. Planned out very well for your needs. 👍

  • @valtracy17
    @valtracy17 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is my kind of Van build! Great job, may have to build something close to this when we build. I think I would put some kind of buffer on the bottom of the mattress frame so you don't have to put stuff down every night

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah we put some cork sticky pads on the bottom now

  • @fran08kook
    @fran08kook 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This van is so pretty!!!! And you have a house in C.R, where i'm from! Good luck with everything.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! You too! Yeah we have a hotel in Playa Avellanas! Drift Away Eco Lodge

  • @eclecticapoetica
    @eclecticapoetica ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love the elevating bed system!

  • @frankgeiger9325
    @frankgeiger9325 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm thrilled, I think the solution with the bed is totally cool. What kind of motor did you use? The extendable table is a dream 👍👍👍👍👍Don't you have a gray water tank?

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      See, we make a 28 long video. And still forget things lol. Yeah we have a 22 gallon tank that I under mounted on the driver side. Was pretty easy to do actually.
      For the motor is an atv winch, rated for 2500lbs I think.

  • @BrettsGarage
    @BrettsGarage 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think this is the best build I've seen with a sprinter, nice job.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot! Glad you enjoyed it

  • @NoelMorata
    @NoelMorata 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow, nice, I love the dropping bed, looks amazing and what a huge extensive kitchen. Looking forward to your travels

  • @leeg7625
    @leeg7625 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely stunned at your kitchen! Wow ..

  • @jjhomestead802
    @jjhomestead802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is an amazing, impressive build! Makes me think I could do it! Subscribed and can’t wait to look back over your videos!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! Yep with time and determination (and money) it's absolutely doable. We may do a second ;)

  • @sophanarachay4917
    @sophanarachay4917 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gorgeous! I don't have any other words to describe your van than gorgeous.

  • @shanalora2419
    @shanalora2419 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow, it’s gorgeous and it looks functional. You guys are so amazing 🤩 for doing this.
    And you both are very adorable.

  • @stanriley4761
    @stanriley4761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    6:03 In the U.K. we call them kettles, why does North America not have them?

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I mean it's not quite a kettle since it's build into the machine. But north America definitely has kettles, that's the most common name I use for it.

  • @liixzardx7245
    @liixzardx7245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    love the build! Still too young to start finding housing for myself but it's always been a life long dream to renovate a van and tour full time. I love watching your videos, and i love the counters, so unique! ❤️

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, and look forward to seeing your build one day ;)

  • @VDigitalDiary
    @VDigitalDiary 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If ever we have one, I'd go for the same build. Love the layout. Its too organized perfect for OCD peeps. And love how the two of you joyfully explained the van tour.

  • @amywalker7515
    @amywalker7515 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great use of space!

  • @aliciamok8380
    @aliciamok8380 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Everything but especially the Bathroom design is gorgeous here. Almost everything here is exactly what I want like the bed 🤩

  • @levalloisdanton5088
    @levalloisdanton5088 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellently done!

  • @danielavalsangiacomo6691
    @danielavalsangiacomo6691 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow 🤩 che bello elegante e rustico contemporaneamente 😍 bella anche la doccia WC 👍🏻 e il letto 😁 auguri 👍🏻🍀... 😉😁😎🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🇨🇭

  • @twinpawer
    @twinpawer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    thats one amazing build,love it - well done! I'm curious, if for some reason the winch fails or there is no power - is there a manual system to bring down the bed?

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks!
      We can either unhook the bed and lower it down by hand, or the winch has a safety disconnect that would allow it to release down.

  • @vernpasfield3892
    @vernpasfield3892 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    VWDone one of the best I have seen, the bed option is great.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Yeah we love the bed. So good to not have to make it everyday and still be able to walk all the way through the van.

  • @ThePlanetD
    @ThePlanetD 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So awesome you two!

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks D&D! You guys were one of the first to see it 😉

    • @ThePlanetD
      @ThePlanetD 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Drinkteatravel And we can attest, it's a fantastic van! Feeling pretty honoured that we saw it in real life!

  • @amydelpiere9315
    @amydelpiere9315 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic van. One of the best I've seen and you are very organized. You have all the essential kitchen appliances and can power them. As a person who cooks a lot, I can really appreciate that. Thank you for sharing your great home on wheels :)

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! 👍 It definitely makes cooking a bit easier. We originally bought a double induction burner, but glad we returned it as it took up a lot more space

  • @nemoonemii
    @nemoonemii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    lol the breathing sounds too-

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah we bought a mic after this vid lol. Old mic wasn't doing I a job anymore lol

  • @fatimaperez5926
    @fatimaperez5926 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Muy bonita por fuera y por dentro 👏👏👏👏👏💖💖💖

  • @CodingNomads
    @CodingNomads 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Benji is so rad! Dibs on the bottom bunk!

  • @lotusdolphin
    @lotusdolphin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the bed design and I also love the outside bedliner idea really cool artwork. You really have some smart upgrades. I can’t believe that I only did that in 3 1/2 months. Loved live edge wood too.

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! We will be releasing an updated van tour in a week or so.

  • @MsCoolpep
    @MsCoolpep 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow this is fantastic considering converting a van too and traveling, also hello from 🇮🇪! I’m very curious to how you go about washing your clothes? 😁

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We typically go to a laundromat. They are all over the place here.

    • @jessical7349
      @jessical7349 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      A scrubba bag is handy when you are far away from washing machines

  • @josefa_santos23
    @josefa_santos23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow!! Your van is a completely functional small home! You just gain a Portuguese subscriber! :)

  • @kawaiichie
    @kawaiichie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    love this van!!

  • @ines-chan5098
    @ines-chan5098 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    La más bonita de todas de las que he visto hasta ahora

  • @HayleyandJake
    @HayleyandJake 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Beautiful build!! There’s so many unique feature in your van. I love the live edge counter top 😊 also the mural on your van is beautiful. Well done 👏

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot. Yeah we love the black walnut counter top as well. Super sturdy and durable.
      And yeah Oksana's brother helped us with the mural!

  • @artcuriousbymnw
    @artcuriousbymnw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice house on wheels!. Just a sugestion to make your life easyer. Put fix straps of cork under the bed, in the places of contact with the furniture above. So less work and warranty to not forget❤

  • @epicelements5528
    @epicelements5528 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You did an amazing job on your build! It’s functional, cozy, classy, and I absolutely love the woodwork 😍🙌🏻

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! Yeah the black walnut does look good doesn’t it. Plus it’s always nice to have some real wood over ikea stuff.

  • @BryanB0308
    @BryanB0308 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very well thought out. The bed is epic. Thanks for sharing.

  • @CocoShin
    @CocoShin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This van is awesome! Do either of you have a background in engineering or design that helped you build this van?

    • @Drinkteatravel
      @Drinkteatravel  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nope. Just TH-cam ;)
      We did renovate an Eco Lodge in Costa Rica that we own so that was a bit of experience.

    • @CocoShin
      @CocoShin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Drinkteatravel wow, that’s really impressive. Which channels would you say helped you the most?

    • @quikxfl
      @quikxfl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Drinkteatravel eco lodge?

    • @Chiobanissa
      @Chiobanissa 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you have info on your eco lodge for when things open up for travel?