This Trailer Got a Second Chance at Life, Becoming a Modern, Off-Grid Tiny Home

Jared and Kayla have renovated a 29-foot 2011 Jayco Jay Flight trailer into a comfortable off-grid camper. Before we take a closer look at the mobile home, let's discuss the financial side of the build.

We don't know how much the couple spent on the base vehicle, but we know that this model year goes for about $12,000 to $15,000 (€10,907 to €13,634). The duo invested $10,000 (€9,117) into the RV's renovation, bringing the total cost of this RV to around $25,000 (€22,792).

On the outside, this Jayco Jay Flight trailer looks standard, as the couple hasn't made any modifications. The drastic change happened inside. You know how most RVs are, especially those over ten years old: they have an outdated interior.

Jared and Kayla have taken this old and boring interior and transformed it into a space that's not only modern and stylish but also highly functional. The duo explained they poured their hearts and hands into every detail of this makeover, and it really shows. They painted the walls, added butcher block countertops, changed the flooring, and more. This all took a mere three weeks to complete.

The first thing you'll notice as you step inside is the kitchen, located dead ahead of the entrance. It features a large and deep sink, an Acuva UV water purifying system, an oven/stove combo, a hood, a microwave, and a spacious fridge/freezer, which can run either on electricity or propane.

There are many drawers and cabinets for storage, both above and below the butcher block countertops. The spices are held on a small shelf below the countertop, while a bungee cord prevents them from flying away. Other notable elements include outlets, a knife rack, and a background wall with white subway tiles. Oh, and integrated into one of the kitchen's overhead cabinets is the RV's control center, a display showing info about the battery consumption, intake, and more.

I like the modern aesthetic the duo opted for, with lots of white, including white walls, paired with black elements like the fridge, microwave, hood, and more. It's simple yet looks much better than what was previously inside this RV.

Next to the kitchen, there used to be a couch that could be transformed into an extra sleeping space for two. Since Jared and Kayla travel by themselves, they decided to remove the sofa and replace it with a much more useful feature: an L-shaped desk with additional storage and two chairs. Not only does it offer extra counter space for meal-prepping and cooking, but it also serves as a spot for the couple to eat or work on their laptops.

Then, opposite the kitchen, you'll discover an enormous couch with a large window behind it. Above it, you'll notice more overhead cabinets holding food.

The bedroom is located at the front of the RV, behind the desk I mentioned above. There's a partition wall dividing the bedroom from the rest of the living space, although it's still an open layout, so you don't get much privacy when traveling with other people.

This space is pretty straightforward – you get two sizeable windows, one on each side, lots of overhead cabinetry for clothes storage (including two hanging closets), and two nightstands. Moreover, the couple painted the wall behind the wall in a rich black hue and paired it with a nice decorative touch, a 3D-printed deer head mounted right above the bed.

You'll discover the electrical system is housed underneath the bed, accessible by lifting the mattress. It comprises 600 Ah lithium batteries, four 440 W solar panels on the roof for a whopping 1,760 W, a Victron shunt, distributor, solar charge controller, a MultiPlus inverter, charger, and other components.

The last areas I have yet to talk about are located at the rear of the camper: a bathroom and a bunk bedroom. The latter comprises two beds, one full-size and one twin-size. Although Jared and Kayla have accommodated guests on board their RV, this space usually serves as a storage spot. What's more, the bottom bed features a washing machine, a very useful addition when living in a mobile home.

And finally, we have the bathroom, complete with a vanity area. You'll notice a sink, a mirror, and a cabinet for storage. Step inside the bathroom, and you'll find a shoe rack fitted on the door, the camper's original toilet, a skylight, and, believe it or not, a tub instead of a shower.

All in all, Jared and Kayla have breathed new life into this camper, transforming it into a comfortable, spacious, and aesthetically pleasing tiny home on wheels for a reasonable sum of money.