Once home to hay and harnesses, this incredible converted horsebox is now a chic movable home with a stunning interior. Located on the spectacular Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland, The Oat Box was created out of an old 1968 Bedford TK horse trailer, but now comfortably sleeps two.
Built using repurposed materials, the upcycled tiny home boasts an original mahogany floor and ceiling, resulting in a warm and cosy interior with plenty of character. The little hideaway benefits from stylish furnishings and vintage details, such as reclaimed stained-glass windows, retro tiles and antique wall sconces.
Despite its micro interior, the unique property is equipped with everything you could need. There's a sitting area with a wood-burning fireplace for snuggling up with a good book, a stylish small kitchen with an oven and stove, plus a bathroom with hot running water.
The lofted bedroom even comes with a king-sized bed, while luxury extras, including a Bluetooth sound system and coffee machine, make this little vehicle perfect for lovers of homely comforts. Outside, there's a firepit and seating area for dining alfresco.
Nestled among the trees in Cedar Creek, Texas, this retro school bus is sure to educate you on alternative ways of living. For most of its life, this bus served the Nashville public school district, but today it's a stunning tiny home on wheels.
Step inside and you'll find the bus driver's seat, control deck and windows, but that's about all that remains of the original interior. Now kitted out with plush sofas, a gourmet kitchen, a snug bed, a hammock and a bathroom, this is one seriously inspiring conversion project.
As well as a place for work, rest and play, the former school bus is also equipped with modern amenities, including a wood-burning fireplace, remote-controlled air conditioning, a 43-inch smart TV, plush bedding and a coffee machine. Utilising every inch of its tiny space, the living area also doubles up as a dining zone.
The bedroom is nestled at the back of the bus, where there's even a mini home office. Situated on a 12-acre site, the bus looks out onto the surrounding woodland, while the exterior deck, complete with a firepit, is the perfect spot for stargazing and grilling s'mores.
Books, TV shows and movies like The Lady Vanishes and Murder on the Orient Express have certainly given us all nostalgia for the good old days of luxury train travel. Luckily, you can now experience the glamour of bygone railway journeys by stepping aboard this restored 1950s Pullman railway cart in Cumbria, England.
The old carriage is found on the tracks where the original train line ran through Ullock on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park and the home's windows frame the idyllic surrounding landscapes. While the characterful holiday home is certainly a step back in time, it's also kitted out with all the luxuries of 21st-century living.
Inside, you'll find a luxurious open-plan living area with a table and bar. Head down the aisle and there's a kitchen equipped with vintage Royal Doulton crockery and a stunning original dining carriage. An old suitcase can be seen in the cart's luggage rack, while the room still features its original sliding doors.
As well as a stunning king-sized master suite equipped with an antique bed, dressing room and ensuite bathroom, there's also an exterior deck located on the historic train platform. We don't know about you, but we're feeling so Agatha Christie right now!
For most people, old buses are nothing more than redundant vehicles, but with a little creative thinking, a bus can provide the perfect framework for building a truly unique home. This converted village bus, located in East Lothian, Scotland, will really spark your imagination.
The unusual tiny home has been perfectly designed to suit a family of four. Kitted out with a lounge, fireplace, kitchenette, study, bathroom, double bedroom and two bunk beds, it's cosy, compact and welcoming.
Every inch of interior space has been put to good use thanks to clever space-saving solutions and hidden storage. The entryway features a built-in closet, while the steps of the bunk beds are home to secret concealed drawers.
The converted vehicle retains many of its original features, from its curved roof, complete with skylight, to its authentic bus windows and vibrant green and yellow exterior. If you've fallen in love, this repurposed home is available to rent.
Sitting at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains in Maryville, Tennessee, is Platform1346. Formerly a carriage from the Second World War, the car has been transformed into luxury accommodation. Nestled within six acres of gorgeous land, this unique home is the perfect rural spot to escape the rat race.
The train car was originally a kitchen carriage for World War II troop trains carrying soldiers to the East Coast, but has since been lovingly repurposed into this lovely secluded property, ideal for guests who want a bit of privacy.
The open-plan interior comprises a modern kitchen fitted with top-of-the-range Smeg appliances and a large fridge, plus a comfy living area to relax and unwind in. The original carriage windows still line the living space, drawing in plenty of light. The caboose also offers a stylish claw-foot bathtub and shower, along with a luxurious marble-topped sink.
The main bedroom includes a comfy king-sized bed, while a pull-out sofa bed in the living room can accommodate extra guests. There’s even a patio terrace complete with a gazebo and firepit – the ideal place to sit back and take in the scenery whilst toasting marshmallows.
Plane enthusiast and pilot Joe Axline made his life-long dream a reality when he converted two aeroplane fuselages into a cool liveable space. Joe began Project Freedom back in 2011, taking inspiration from the 70s show The Magician, starring Bill Bixby, in which the crime-solving hero lives in a jumbo jet.
After a four-month search, Axline sourced two wingless halves of retired planes and had them shipped to an airfield in Texas from Arkansas. With one of the planes renovated – an MD-80 he calls Freedom – the space is now his main residence. Offering three bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen and lounge, the extraordinary home conversion houses all the creature comforts he needs.
The second plane, a Spirit Airlines DC-9-41, is still a work in progress, but Joe has plans to convert it into a movie theatre and arts and crafts room, according to an interview with Houstonia magazine. Throughout both aeroplanes, details of their former lives have been lovingly preserved, with the cockpits, cabinets and flight attendant call buttons remaining.
As well as the cosy living spaces, Joe has a grand plan to build a miniature control tower and terminal too. Ideal for aeronautics buffs, he currently offers unique tours around his much-loved property for members of the public, including an interactive flight experience. Interested? To find out more, check out the Airbnb experience here.
Once a police vehicle, this unassuming van has been converted into an amazing tiny home on wheels. Couple Theo and Bee (also known as The Indie Projects) decided to swap their one-bed house for the tiny life back in 2014. From living in a Volkswagen T4 for 18 months to spending three years in a 30-foot narrowboat, they're no strangers to small spaces.
Their most recent project, a converted Mercedes Sprinter has become their latest mobile home which they use to travel all across the globe on their adventures. The gorgeous house uses every inch of space, from the wood-panelled walls to the carefully crafted pastel green kitchen shelves that cleverly utilise the van’s shape to create as much space as possible. The kitchen area includes an oven, stove, fridge and reclaimed wood cabinets providing plenty of storage. A small lovely copper sink sits
The living area consists of a comfy L-shaped sofa, plus a slide-out composting toilet and a scratching post for their much-loved cat, Ginjey Bear. Every inch of space is cleverly utilised – underneath the grey sofa sit an array of recycled storage crates that keep the space clean and tidy.
The back of the van features the couple’s cosy double bed along with their own self-installed electrical wiring and heating system to keep things warm and cosy in colder climes. Cubby hole shelves are situated at the foot of the bed as well as underneath the frame, providing even more storage for the pair.
This retired emergency vehicle has been converted into a smart tiny home that's perfect for life on the road. Owned by Hogan Matson, the ambulance came with insulation, lighting and heating already fitted, making it an easier option for a self-build conversion.
Inside, the ambulance is completely unrecognisable after its major makeover. The walls have been clad in vinyl plank flooring for a rustic look, concealing a pull-down bunk bed. Seating has been fitted across the wall and in front of the double doors at the rear of the van. At night, the padded benches extend to create a comfy spot to get some shut-eye.
The compact but cleverly designed kitchen features blue-tiled walls, a cooker, sink and plenty of overhead storage units. Come night, the ambulance can transform into a party bus thanks to fun blue neon strip lighting under the kickboards.
It's not just the emergency vehicle's interior that's been transformed – the side of the van has had a retractable awning fitted for a handy spot to soak up the sun in the warmer months. However, certain reminders of the ambulance's former life have been preserved, including the classic flashing blue lights on the cab.
In February 2017, Gabriel and Debbie Mayes and their four children Gracen, Darby, Deacon and Jovey, started their Skoolie adventure. Following a few hiccups with their first school bus buy and plenty of research and careful planning, the couple hired a company to convert their new and improved 250-square-foot vehicle.
The classic school bus was stripped back to a shell and transformed into a stylish family home. The impressive space was fitted with a full kitchen and a spacious living area, perfect for the large family. Unlike most school bus conversions, which tend to have a centre aisle floor plan, their unique zig-zag layout creates more defined zones for additional privacy.
The Scandinavian decor is modern and pared-back, giving the snug home a bright and airy feel. Debbie explained: "We are naturally minimalists and love the Scandinavian modern style. I'm drawn to black, white and grey and like to have a very simple, clean style". The sleek interior is both functional and stylish, with storage solutions hidden underneath the sofas to keep the clutter at bay.
The family’s sleeping quarters are situated at the rear. The traditional centre aisle features bunk beds for the children which fit over the wheel wells. At the very back of the bus lies Gabriel and Debbie’s master bedroom, one of the hardest parts of the bus to design. The room lost a few inches after the walls and back windows were sealed up, so to make up for this, overhead storage was added above the bed.
Located in North Carolina's Smoky Mountains, this cool converted train you can call home lies within a 65-acre buffalo ranch. Dating back to the 1960s, the caboose has been completely overhauled and transformed into a fun holiday home perfect for a family adventure.
The large main bedroom comprises a double bed with plenty of storage, as well as air-conditioning for those humid southeastern nights. A further bedroom, plus a pull-out twin sofa bed in the living room, allow the home to accommodate up to five guests. The bathroom also comes complete with underfloor heating to keep visitors warm in the chillier winter months.
Outside, the wooden viewing deck is the ideal spot to watch bison, horses and goats feeding in the surrounding fields. The caboose's exterior is authentically painted and the carriage is even positioned on a makeshift train track. Check out the listing here.
This incredible Boeing 727 conversion in Oregon is an aeroplane-lover's dream. Former electrical engineer Bruce Campbell took upcycling to the extreme when he channelled his passion for planes into transforming the aircraft, which was used as a commercial airliner until the mid-1960s.
Bruce forked out $100,000 (£75k) for the plane, plus an extra $120,000 (£90k) to move and temporarily house it. After relocating it to a peaceful woodland spot and carrying out some minor modifications, Bruce's quirky dream home was realised. Fully equipped with water, electricity and sewage, the plane has all the practicalities of a regular house.
The plane's original retractable staircase offers a unique entrance to Bruce’s home, which is safely propped up on concrete pillars. Inside the 1,066-square-foot living space, Bruce has skillfully preserved most of the original interior. One of the most wow-factor additions, however, is the impressive see-through acrylic floor, which shows off the plane’s impressive design.
The aft compartment, towards the rear of the plane, is now Bruce's main living space and workshop and also accommodates his kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. Pared-back and minimalist, he sleeps on a space-saving fold-away futon which doubles up as a sofa. Curious? Bruce hosts live music events on the wing of his plane, dubbed "Concert on a Wing", giving people the chance to visit his unusual property.
Known as Station House, this former Victorian train station features two vintage Mark 1 Great Western Railway carriages dating back to 1883. Transformed into a pair of unique homes, they look a little different inside than they did back in their heyday.
Situated on over two acres of land, the carriages are a train-lovers dream and the perfect way to turn a much-loved hobby into a unique and lucrative holiday home business. Located within the historic area of Coalport, close to the famous Ironbridge Gorge, the train cars are surrounded by rugged woodlands and manicured lawns.
One of the carriages offers three bedrooms, while the other includes two larger bedrooms decked out in modern decor. Part of a larger estate, the grounds also feature the original station house which has a generous five bedrooms and three reception rooms, offering even more space for a family getaway.
A former RAF ambulance, George is now a unique mobile holiday home – perfect for a family road trip. The quirky camper took several years to convert into a cosy residence and the hard work certainly shows. The amazing motorhome's interior includes a double bed and two bunk beds, offering ample space to relax on the road.
Space-saving storage solutions above the cab leave plenty of room for luggage, while the kitchen offers space to store food and drink for a long journey. George also has its very own wine rack, undoubtedly a road trip must-have. While the interior is compact, a clever awning adds some extra room to the van whatever the weather.
Surfer Rich of Vanalog Vibes spent two months transforming his former transit van into an adventurer’s hideaway with his girlfriend Katya. A tiny home on a tiny budget, the couple converted the old vehicle into a charming mobile home. Starting in San Diego County, the pair have hit the road in their new pride and glory, exploring beautiful beaches and secluded surf havens all over California.
The reclaimed wood-panelled floors and ceilings add a warm, cosy feel to the mobile home. Rich said: "As far as living out of the van goes we've managed to blend in among the many vans scattering the quiet side streets, only to all rise the next morning and migrate to the nearest beachside parking to check the surf".
Adventure couple Martin Hill and Iona Stewart forked out £20,000 ($27k) to convert the back of an old bread lorry into their dream mobile home after buying it on eBay for just £3,600 ($4.8k). The impressive 28-foot-long space took four months of hard work to convert, with the pair now committed to the tiny life – Martin even sold his home and bar in Nottingham to move into the lorry permanently.
The project was such a success that the adventurers are now living in the lorry as they travel across Europe. The keen snowboarders, who met while working in the French Alps, took the converted lorry back to the slopes to test it out.
A residence with real wow-factor, the Costa Verde in Costa Rica boasts a luxury suite hidden inside a 1965 Boeing 727. If that wasn't enough, the former plane is now a cliffhanging home, perched on a 50-foot-high stone pedestal that cantilevers out above the rainforest floor. Got a head for heights? Walk this way...
Now a quirky hotel, the structure was custom-built from the body of a former Colombian Avianca Airlines aircraft and meticulously assembled on-site. The old Boeing 727 was salvaged from San Jose airport and then transported to the edge of the Manuel Antonio National Park and converted into a suave jumbo suite.
The unique hideaway boasts its very own wooden observation deck built atop the plane’s right wing. It's the ideal spot to kick back with a drink in hand and observe the area's treetop residents, from monkeys and lizards to toucans and sloths. The suite also has access to the hotel's three pools, breakfast bar and off-site restaurants, including El Wagon, a converted antique rail car!
Inside, the two-bedroom, two-bathroom suite is decorated with traditional carved wooden panelling sourced from tropical hardwood trees. A charming reminder of the structure's past life, the bedrooms have the original cabin windows intact. The suite also includes a kitchenette, an ocean-view terrace and unbeatable 360-degree views of the gorgeous surrounding rainforest. It doesn't get better than this!
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