The long-awaited build is here! Meet your new BFF: GF! We have completed gutted her and built her out to be the perfect vansion for you, and maybe a plus one.For the full van tour, check out us out on Instagram @vanlife_realities.Made With:
Nearly every piece of wood other than the ceiling and a single piece of plywood for closet is upcycled from cabinetry shop scraps, old dressers and other miscellaneous items that were bound for the junkyard never to be used again. We’re really proud of that and hope you take care of her as much as we’ve put love in.Packed With:
300W Solar system that powers a built in refrigerator, 10-speed Maxx Air fan, sink, cabin and under cabinet lighting, as well as your personal items (cell, laptop, etc).Shore power option with a 50-ft extension cord for those who like the hook upsVideo backup cameraUser Manual (in progress)14g Fresh (& Grey water) tank supplyPropane 2-burner stoveFull kitchen supply (pots, pans, utensils, dishes)Twin fixed bed that pulls out into a full sized bed (with tons of storage underneath)“Grandma’s Attic” storage above that easily fits 4 12x12 storage cubes (when closed, this doubles as a white screen for a projector to watch movies from)Two benches with storage (and a folding table ready for office days when needed)Camping chairs x2Shower curtain & bamboo bath matSwivel seat (passengers side)Full closet for hanging clothes and stowaway items (enough space for a toilet if you choose to bring your own)Privacy magnetic blackout window covers and blackout cabin curtainClean bed linensAdditional Upgrades/Rentals
Projector ($3/day)
Storage Cubes ($1 each/day)
Towels ($1 each/day)What's includedSee listing for detailsOther things to noteFor the first six months, the rig should stay east of the Mississippi. No westward trips.Also, dog friendly for dogs up to 40lbs. Must be well trained.
Nearly every piece of wood other than the ceiling and a single piece of plywood for closet is upcycled from cabinetry shop scraps, old dressers and other miscellaneous items that were bound for the junkyard never to be used again. We’re really proud of that and hope you take care of her as much as we’ve put love in.Packed With:
300W Solar system that powers a built in refrigerator, 10-speed Maxx Air fan, sink, cabin and under cabinet lighting, as well as your personal items (cell, laptop, etc).Shore power option with a 50-ft extension cord for those who like the hook upsVideo backup cameraUser Manual (in progress)14g Fresh (& Grey water) tank supplyPropane 2-burner stoveFull kitchen supply (pots, pans, utensils, dishes)Twin fixed bed that pulls out into a full sized bed (with tons of storage underneath)“Grandma’s Attic” storage above that easily fits 4 12x12 storage cubes (when closed, this doubles as a white screen for a projector to watch movies from)Two benches with storage (and a folding table ready for office days when needed)Camping chairs x2Shower curtain & bamboo bath matSwivel seat (passengers side)Full closet for hanging clothes and stowaway items (enough space for a toilet if you choose to bring your own)Privacy magnetic blackout window covers and blackout cabin curtainClean bed linensAdditional Upgrades/Rentals
Projector ($3/day)
Storage Cubes ($1 each/day)
Towels ($1 each/day)What's includedSee listing for detailsOther things to noteFor the first six months, the rig should stay east of the Mississippi. No westward trips.Also, dog friendly for dogs up to 40lbs. Must be well trained.
The long-awaited build is here! Meet your new BFF: GF! We have completed gutted her and built her out to be the perfect vansion for you, and maybe a plus one.For the full van tour, check out us out on Instagram @vanlife_realities.Made With:
Nearly every piece of wood other than the ceiling and a single piece of plywood for closet is upcycled from cabinetry shop scraps, old dressers and other miscellaneous items that were bound for the junkyard never to be used again. We’re really proud of that and hope you take care of her as much as we’ve put love in.Packed With:
300W Solar system that powers a built in refrigerator, 10-speed Maxx Air fan, sink, cabin and under cabinet lighting, as well as your personal items (cell, laptop, etc).Shore power option with a 50-ft extension cord for those who like the hook upsVideo backup cameraUser Manual (in progress)14g Fresh (& Grey water) tank supplyPropane 2-burner stoveFull kitchen supply (pots, pans, utensils, dishes)Twin fixed bed that pulls out into a full sized bed (with tons of storage underneath)“Grandma’s Attic” storage above that easily fits 4 12x12 storage cubes (when closed, this doubles as a white screen for a projector to watch movies from)Two benches with storage (and a folding table ready for office days when needed)Camping chairs x2Shower curtain & bamboo bath matSwivel seat (passengers side)Full closet for hanging clothes and stowaway items (enough space for a toilet if you choose to bring your own)Privacy magnetic blackout window covers and blackout cabin curtainClean bed linensAdditional Upgrades/Rentals
Projector ($3/day)
Storage Cubes ($1 each/day)
Towels ($1 each/day)What's includedSee listing for detailsOther things to noteFor the first six months, the rig should stay east of the Mississippi. No westward trips.Also, dog friendly for dogs up to 40lbs. Must be well trained.
Nearly every piece of wood other than the ceiling and a single piece of plywood for closet is upcycled from cabinetry shop scraps, old dressers and other miscellaneous items that were bound for the junkyard never to be used again. We’re really proud of that and hope you take care of her as much as we’ve put love in.Packed With:
300W Solar system that powers a built in refrigerator, 10-speed Maxx Air fan, sink, cabin and under cabinet lighting, as well as your personal items (cell, laptop, etc).Shore power option with a 50-ft extension cord for those who like the hook upsVideo backup cameraUser Manual (in progress)14g Fresh (& Grey water) tank supplyPropane 2-burner stoveFull kitchen supply (pots, pans, utensils, dishes)Twin fixed bed that pulls out into a full sized bed (with tons of storage underneath)“Grandma’s Attic” storage above that easily fits 4 12x12 storage cubes (when closed, this doubles as a white screen for a projector to watch movies from)Two benches with storage (and a folding table ready for office days when needed)Camping chairs x2Shower curtain & bamboo bath matSwivel seat (passengers side)Full closet for hanging clothes and stowaway items (enough space for a toilet if you choose to bring your own)Privacy magnetic blackout window covers and blackout cabin curtainClean bed linensAdditional Upgrades/Rentals
Projector ($3/day)
Storage Cubes ($1 each/day)
Towels ($1 each/day)What's includedSee listing for detailsOther things to noteFor the first six months, the rig should stay east of the Mississippi. No westward trips.Also, dog friendly for dogs up to 40lbs. Must be well trained.
1997 Ford E150 Chariot Hi-Top Conversion
Length
17 ft
17 ft
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Sleeps
2
2
Seatbelts
2
2
Host add-ons
Bear Spray
Extra Water Tank
Projector
Storage Cubes
Towels
Features
1997 Ford E150 Chariot Hi-Top Conversion
- Sleeps 2
- 2 seatbelts
- Fuel type: Gas
- Automatic transmission
- Sleeps 2
- 2 seatbelts
- Fuel type: Gas
- Automatic transmission
Amenities
- Outside Shower
- Solart
- Audio Inputs
- Radio
- CD Player
- Stove
- Refrigerator
- Kitchen Sink
- Outside Shower
- Solart
- Audio Inputs
- Radio
- CD Player
- Stove
- Refrigerator
- Kitchen Sink
Nearby places to stay
Knoxville, TN • Exact location provided after booking
1. Uncle Jim's River Cove Campground
Sevierville, TN • 28 miles away
2. Appalachian Springs Outdoor Resort
Pigeon Forge, TN • 25 miles away
3. Forest Grove RV Resort
Dandridge, TN • 23 miles away
4. Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar
Loudon, TN • 32 miles away
5. Holy Smokies RV Park and Glamping
Pigeon Forge, TN • 23 miles away
Availability and RV fit not guaranteed. Please verify directly with campgrounds before booking.
Knoxville, TN • Exact location provided after booking
Rules and policies
RULES
Your entire deposit will be retained for repairs and/or professional cleaning services if any of these are violated:
No smoking, vaping or drug use allowed in the vehicle.
No climbing or standing on the roof.
Messy pet penalty (ie. smells like urine or feces, chewed interior)
INSURANCE
Renters are required to purchase the additional damage protection plan due to the custom interior.
GPS
There is a GPS tracker installed in the van. We value your privacy. This is only if the vehicle were to be stolen during your trip.
TRAVEL
Currently, we only allow up to 100 miles per day in mileage for free. You can drive more than that, but it's $0.35 per mile after 100 miles. The vehicle cannot leave the country (ie. No road trips to Canada, Mexico). For now, please keep the vehicle inside these regions: North East, Mid-Atlantic, Mid-West, South East. GPS on board. For destinations beyond these regions, please contact us.
FUEL
Please return the vehicle with a full tank. If you wish to return the vehicle with less than a full tank, we will retain $125 from your deposit.
RETURNING THE VEHICLE
Please return the vehicle in the condition that you picked it up. The following will result in a partial deposit return: Remove all trash from the vehicle, sweep and/or vacuum the interior, remove all of your belongings (we do not keep a Lost & Found), or any damage to any of the interior or supplies provided in the vehicle (ie. utensils, pots, pans, etc).
RENTAL PICK UP
We do not offer delivery of the vehicle. Street parking is available for you personal vehicle while on your trip AT YOUR OWN RISK. We are not responsible for any damage, tickets, tows or anything pertaining to your personal vehicle if you decide to park it in the street.
RULES
Your entire deposit will be retained for repairs and/or professional cleaning services if any of these are violated:
No smoking, vaping or drug use allowed in the vehicle.
No climbing or standing on the roof.
Messy pet penalty (ie. smells like urine or feces, chewed interior)
INSURANCE
Renters are required to purchase the additional damage protection plan due to the custom interior.
GPS
There is a GPS tracker installed in the van. We value your privacy. This is only if the vehicle were to be stolen during your trip.
TRAVEL
Currently, we only allow up to 100 miles per day in mileage for free. You can drive more than that, but it's $0.35 per mile after 100 miles. The vehicle cannot leave the country (ie. No road trips to Canada, Mexico). For now, please keep the vehicle inside these regions: North East, Mid-Atlantic, Mid-West, South East. GPS on board. For destinations beyond these regions, please contact us.
FUEL
Please return the vehicle with a full tank. If you wish to return the vehicle with less than a full tank, we will retain $125 from your deposit.
RETURNING THE VEHICLE
Please return the vehicle in the condition that you picked it up. The following will result in a partial deposit return: Remove all trash from the vehicle, sweep and/or vacuum the interior, remove all of your belongings (we do not keep a Lost & Found), or any damage to any of the interior or supplies provided in the vehicle (ie. utensils, pots, pans, etc).
RENTAL PICK UP
We do not offer delivery of the vehicle. Street parking is available for you personal vehicle while on your trip AT YOUR OWN RISK. We are not responsible for any damage, tickets, tows or anything pertaining to your personal vehicle if you decide to park it in the street.
- Tailgating friendly
- Not pet friendly
- No music festivals
- No smoking
- Mileage: 100 free miles / day
Frequently asked questions
Q.
How do the electric, water and sewage hook up work while setting up at the campground?
A.
GF Vanual coming soon! Please email us for details.
Q.
What flexibility is available for picking up and dropping off the RV?
A.
We prefer that you pick up your rental from the address provided. Parking your personal vehicle will be the renter's responsibility. While street parking your personal vehicle at the address provided is an option, the residence owner is not responsible for any theft, damage or any protection to/of the personal vehicle.
Q.
Are there any special tricks and tips that would help with operating the RV easily?
A.
For sure! Nothing too crazy though. GF Vanual coming soon! Please email us for details.
Meet your host, Nicole
Member since 2020
Former cubicle hogger turned vanlifer turned small fleet owner, I'm a marketing professional who loves her life on the road and wants to share it with everyone else!
Former cubicle hogger turned vanlifer turned small fleet owner, I'm a marketing professional who loves her life on the road and wants to share it with everyone else!
