How much space is actually needed to live comfortably? For everyone, that is a personal decision. One that shouldn’t be made lightly. There are people that live in various sized homes, and it comes down to factors that are important to that particular person.
One person may be able to live in a studio apartment, while their sibling may have to have a large three-bedroom house. If you are of a minimalistic lifestyle and don’t need much in the way of space, because you are an outdoor enthusiast who loves to explore various activities then a small living space may be all you need.
Can you live in a teardrop trailer? The short answer is yes! The long answer is It depends on so many factors and considerations…and more questions that you will need to answer prior to finding the answer. However, living in a teardrop trailer is very possible. Many are doing it today!
If you are heavily considering this, then you really need to think about why you are making this move and the teardrop basics that you will need to equip yourself with to make it work long term. Is it permanent or short term?
Will I need to pay storage fees for items I’m not taking with me, or am I completing downsizing?
Will I be traveling or am I staying local in a campground or on someone’s property?
Will I be busy with activities outside of the teardrop trailer?
How many of us will be staying in the teardrop?
If you have animals, how will you help them cope with this downsizing in real estate?
Will I need to make more grocery trips due to a smaller kitchen space and will it be feasible to do that, depending on the location of where I park my teardrop?
Will this new lifestyle leave me more fulfilled?
Why are teardrops so expensive?
Why do I want to live out of my teardrop trailer?
You may come up with more questions suitable to your particulars, and that is wonderful! The more questions you ask yourself about living tiny, and the more your plans are laid out, the better! One big question you will want to research is, are teardrop trailers worth it?
Not only will you decide if this tiny living is right for you, but you will face more challenges with solutions. Now the next challenge to tackle is the teardrop model itself. Unless you already have a teardrop that you love, we recommend writing down the everyday conveniences that you can’t live without.
This will lead you to an additional list of items that you can do away with, but you will be successful if you set yourself up right! Just a few things you will want to look for in a teardrop trailer.
Basic necessities may include:
- A toilet – will you need one in your camper, or a facility close by for private conveniences.
- A shower – unless you plan on bathing in nearby creeks or bodies of water, a shower will be necessary along your extended stay. They have models with indoor units or outside attachments. This choice may be dependent on the climate in which you are choosing to park your teardrop.
- Laundry services – Are you planning on investing in a portable washer/dryer combo (remember this will take up additional space in your new tiny home) or will you be taking your dirty items to a nearby laundry facility?
- Roof top tent or additional bunk space – Dependent on the number of people living out of your new tiny home, you may need additional sleeping space. If you plan on having guests, come stay for visits, you may want to consider these options as well.
- Fridge and stove – Unless you plan on spending large amounts of money on dining out, you will need capable galley appliances to help you in meal preparation. Some basic teardrops don’t have these luxuries, so you will need a model that does or at least has the space to include these additions down the line.
- Outdoor sitting area – You won’t always want to be sitting inside your teardrop, especially in the nice weather. A netted outdoor space will keep you shaded when necessary and allow you to enjoy the outdoors more.
- Extra cubby spaces – You will need to use every nook and cranny for everyday items. It will definitely help, but you can always pair items down as you see fit.
- Entertainment – You may want to consider a stereo system and TV/DVD combo. Unless you plan on spending money on satellites, these may help in your tiny living enjoyment.
Obviously, you will tailor this list to meet your own needs and make tiny living in a teardrop suitable to your lifestyle. The point is, that you will need to find out for yourself if this is something that you can personally do.
It can be done, as there are many people who have shucked their large homes for a simpler life.
Many people love tiny living, because it actually allows them to live more. It brings about the importance of life and determines what we are able to live without. It allows us to focus on things that truly matter to us, and not just items bought in a store.
Let us know if you have chosen to live a teardrop lifestyle!
We would love to hear where your experience has taken you!
Happy travels!
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