one word : marvellous ! the rest of the one word: you Americans are so great! so inventive ! God bless America! Greetings from a tiny Frenchie village in old Europe
My home, built in 1949, has the formica counter tops with aluminum trim and they're still in perfect condition. So cool! I really like the style of the outside of the TT.
Automatic thumbs up for showing interior first! Appreciate that. PJ does such a great job showing these off and I think she only said Um or ah once towards the end. Good job. Such a pro.
I have seen her in one other video. She talks like a script reading kindergarten teacher, giving me the impression that she really truly doesn't know what she is talking about, and certainly the impression that she has never spent a night in a trailer and has never camped. It is hard to listen for a whole video.
That aluminum edging is definitely the 50’s. On Saturday, as a kid, it was my job to polish all the chrome in the kitchen. The plugs are reachable, no crawling under the table.
what a cute little trailor inside and out, tho with those big windows I would prefer a wrap around kitchen and high chairs for eating so i can look out while cooking and eating. but it is still very cute.
I haven't been a fan of trailers since back in the 1970's when I towed a travel trailer from Texas, through Colorado, to Washington, then down the California coast and back. That said, if I were going to buy a trailer now, it would be one of these. How quaint and lovely. They have done a wonderful job of capturing old-school and new technology. This one may be on my bucket list of things to own. Of course, after we sail the South Pacific.
@@offplanetevent if he doesn't you are still the worse person. Calling out someone you don't know for saying a dream on the internet is worse than someone saying a dream but not accomplishing it. Why are you so nasty to them? I have a dream of renovating a school bus into an RV and exploring the US and Canada. My wife, my neighbor, my friend and my dad are really handy with building things, and I help the wife and neighbor every year with intricate Halloween displays ... I have done some very beginner carpentry. Who knows, it could happen, I have the skills and resources around me to learn if I want. No shame talking about a dream.
@@magroves WHAT? I said, " I do hope you prove me wrong " That was encouragement. WHAT? can you comprehend what you read. Also, get off CZcams and build your dream!!!
@@offplanetevent Saying "I do hope you prove me wrong" hardly offsets "You will never sail the South Pacific. Keep on playing on youtube and making your shake down trips to Catalina." If you truly think "That was encouragement" you're deluding yourself.
@@magroves "I have a dream of renovating a school bus into an RV and exploring the US and Canada" There was a book I read back in '74 about converting a schoolbus, and I see that it's available on Amazon. You might find it of interest: www.amazon.com/Roll-Your-Own-Complete-Living/dp/0020810504
I found this video even though it says it was a year ago the travel trailer is a very nice trailer. It looks like it’s from the 50s which is nice. Thank you for showing this travel trailer. It’s very nice had a lot of space as to how small it is.
I do love vintage trailers and this one being brand new, really is amazing. If I had the bucks. Holiday House were amazing back in the day and this one is very close to the oldie ;)
I love it. I would replace the lounge cushions with a good mattress for a dedicated bed. I’ve never like those tiny sinks in the bathroom so I’m happy with that.
A permanent bed is a complete waste of space for 2/3 of the day. Such a loss of space is not a big deal in a large trailer, but in a trailer of this size it's absolutely pointless. This is a travel trailer not a suite at the Ritz.
Fair enough, but the overwhelming majority of RV buyers aren't full timers. Those who are would probably be better off with a larger trailer. Otherwise they face the prospect of spending the rest of their lives staring at a fully made bed taking up 1/3 of their trailer's interior space. But that's just one man's opinion, everybody has their own likes and dislikes.
I am in the market for one to leave in NC for every summer. I like the look so much but since I would live there every summer, this is Not for me. At 50yo I need a queen regular rv bed . Those cushions would kill me after a weekend. But imo they could had the look with modern bed and bath whilst keeping the retro feel. This is a good weekender though for younger people.
I agree,I love the look but it misses in so many areas.For me it starts with a bathroom and shower and I dont like not having a sink.The permanent bed for me is a must because no one is going to sit on that bench in the rear when you have that beautiful front booth.
Liked so much of this and its retrospective look. Really cute! Lots of cupboards and it looks solid and well made. However did not like the fact that the bottom of the kitchen cupboards was floor. Makes it easier for bugs to get in (also a false bottom on top of the plumbing pipes to protect them would be helpful). Reading other comments I also hope folks have a choice of stove tops and oven types. Did not notice any hanging space for clothes, nor a basin to wash hands (which could be on the wall of the shower????) and the decorative piping on the seats would cut into your legs if sitting for a while. Also concerned that the bed is not for the tall, so queen sized would be better. With these few tweeks though, this would be awesome to own. Would be nice if they made a slightly bigger one for people who want to live long term.
Thank you for the comments. The front bed measures 55" x 78", so it is larger than it appears in the video. There are very few openings in the floor (which is a one piece laminated floor with greencore polypropylene panel top and bottom. This entire floor is sealed to the frame. It is then covered by the flooring you see in the photo. The panel to protect the water lines is a good idea, and will be passed along. We have a 27' floorplan with tandem axles and a separate bedroom on the way. I remember the hot summers where my mother's vinyl car seats with burn my legs and leave those piping marks on the back of my thighs... who wouldn't want to re-live those days!!!
Tom Langley I agree. They nailed the exterior but lost it with that door. Looks drab and uninviting. A porthole would have been fantastic and surprised their engineers didnt think of that.
@@paulmatulavich7321 The original Holiday House that this is modeled after didn't have a porthole, it had a big rectangular window. I can't imagine why they didn't stay true to form on this remake. See: camperrevamper.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/redclose.jpg
This wasn't an oversight, it was just a fail on our part. We tried to locate a door with a rectangular window, with the correct exterior finish... but it is not available. We are continuing to search, and when available will be incorporated into the trailers.
@Lady Robin Part of the lure of a travel trailer for me is enjoying the local cuisine as I travel. "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives" to coin a phrase. Having a microwave for warming up leftovers and cooking the occasional frozen dinner (a Swanson's TV Dinner, in keeping with the retro aesthetic) would be perfect for me.
things i would change if i bought one, put a window in the door, replace microwave with real oven, and in back of trailer i would replace bench / bed with real bed, preferably a twin as i am single. it all depends on weather or not your handy and willing to do some alterations your self.
I don't know why they don't ask someone who actually camps what they'd like in a camper. Examples: More windows, windows that open. (Who wants their camper to smell like whatever was cooked?) Fixtures for cooking outside, like a stovetop that can be mounted on the outside of the camper. I can go on, and I'm not singling out this camper (except for the massive, unprotected glass front that looks like it's designed to catch birds and road debris and shatter into a vacation-stealing migraine headache). So many of these trailer campers are not airy enough, not ventilated enough.
There are plenty of trailers with those features out there. THIS ONE was specifically designed to appeal to people who want a vintage look; a 1950s retro vibe, and so it sticks to design elements that were common on trailers of that era.
I want one! Perfect for this one old man, who loves it's classic simplicity and practicality. To the person complaining about this trailer and it's price, consider that it is HALF the price of a good USED motorized RV, and you can always adjust things to your needs. And with the RV, unless you have a "toad" or a car going along with you, you have to unplug from your RV camp in order to go sightseeing. With this, I have my trusty old pickup that is plenty strong to pull it, and I can park it and go shopping or visiting places. I love the retro look (except the windowless door).
The person complaining about the trailer and the price is right on the money. This has no engine, so why does it cost more than a brand new Ford Transit van which can be self built and is far less bother to drag around. You are incorrect about RVs. I have a 1997 Class C 22 ft RV which I can jump into any time and drive off in. No hitches, hooking, unhooking, and no gas guzzling truck either. My other car is fuel efficient and can be towed if I need to. I never need to. My RV drives easily everywhere. So this logic is incorrect. Who goes to a camp? I don't! They are very expensive in CA. Cheaper to get solar panels and be off grid. If you have a genny and solar, why do you need a hookup? Trailers are hugely bothersome and a royal pain to drag along.
@@lass-inangeles7564 If you want a 2019-style trailer, there are plenty available. That's not what this is; this is a re-creation of a 1950s-style trailer.
Different really different. Its cute but not one I would buy. I do love how you show the interior first. With the others I FF to the interior then backup to see outside if the interior passes my needs. Lol.
Not designed for Nebraska weather that is for sure. Thin walls, very small heater, Big A/C. No insulation. etc. Poor design for weather. Nice looking and all but .....
@@Charles77598 Having lived in Florida (Tampa) and Texas (San Antonio), and travelled frequently to Nevada (Reno, Las Vegas), my experience is different from yours. Nevada is dry, not humid. Except for the Gulf coast areas, the humidity in Texas is NOTHING like the humidity in Florida.
@@oldfoxbob1, the walls are 2" thick and have R-14 insulation. The roof is double layer R-14 insulation. The furnace is a 12,000 BTU furnace in an 18" box PLUS the heat pump in the Air Conditioner. The furnace alone offers more BTU per square foot than any other camper on the market. I'm not sure where the perception of "thin walls" has come from, but these are 2" in total thickness, when most of the industry is down to 1-1/2".
Marieta, we understand your concern, but the corner windows are made of 1/4" polycarbonate. The company who makes these also makes F-18 fighter jet canopies and windshields for race cars. This is the same material, and the other products have been tested and rated as "bulletproof". The center window is 1/4" thick tempered glass and is used on concession and vending trailers all over the country.
Is there a tint option for the dinette window? Does the window have a cover for protection while travelling? The shower stall top and bottom are being held together with lots of screws which will rust & fail quickly causing leaks. The "bed" looks quite small and uncomfortable - other than that, it looks cute.
The front windows are made of polycarbonate (described above in replies) and blocks 100% of UV rays. There are curtains which can be closed for privacy too. The screws in the shower area, as with the exterior screws, are stainless steel. Therefore they will not rust. Also as mentioned above, this was designed to continue the production of Holiday House trailers, just as they were in 1962. They had clear glass windows and a metal lined shower. We made upgrades and changes as code required, but otherwise stayed true to the original design.
This camper is so sweet. I don't actually see it realistically traveling. You just want to add a deck and some potted plants and a cafe table set and bench on the deck and make it more into a quiet backyard get away.
I still love it!! I've come back to see the interior several times now. I would totally live in this, just myself. I've seen several little things that I'd like to say how I'd use, or I thought needed adjustment. 1. Over- sink window is positioned too high up. (PJ couldn't see out, even I at 5'10" would have to lean way in to see anything outside that wasn't just sky). 2. I would move over-sink light fixture closer to wall, so if it's too glaring a scalloped wood valance could fit in. 3. This is how I'd use the back bed, I'd stack the two mattresses for a 26" wide bed for one, and get a vintage wood night stand. 4. Coat hooks! Near front door, and in little bedroom. 5. A couple more towel bars in bathroom. (One of my pet peeves in new houses or RVs, not enough towel bars!) 6. I wish that set dressers used more practical props. Kettles, tea towels, flatware, cooking utensils, pots n pans, foil & plastic wrap storage, mugs, dinnerware, canned goods, etc.
@@petrkarv Were you living in middle America in the 1950s and '60s? My house had surface-mount outlets and switches, because it was remodeled from a 1930s house that didn't have electricity at all. I would say this IS the look they were trying to achieve.
I like the layout, shows how well-designed the older trailers were. When manufacturers actually cared about the end product, not just selling as many as possible. I'm puzzled why there isn't a window in the door. It would really break up a large amount of space. I'm also surprised a trailer that size only has one axle.
"I'm puzzled why there isn't a window in the door." I know. The original had one, so I don't know why this one doesn't. See: tinyhousepins.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/1961-holiday-house-trailer-05-600x398.jpg
Really nice trailer. Vintage with some modern... Great Job of showing in side first. One thing the bed room to the back does not close off? So no privacy. Really nice looking I love the aluminum look! Great Job Holiday House!!
Looks great on outside. What a pain in the neck to have to convert dining into bed every night. Front bed doesn't look that spacious. No bathroom sink? Big kitchen. I'd need a dedicated bedroom.
This is an 18' trailer, so the small space doesn't really allow for a separate bedroom... The front bed is 55" x 78". We have larger floorplans on the way, the 27' model will include a separate bedroom.
nice practical design however the front window would be best suited for boondocking with no neighbors you wouldn't want a huge window like that in an RV park unless you like being watched.😯👀
@@longyarn4288 Why would they have to be pulled all the time? I'd keep them open during the day so I could watch the goings-on at the park, watch the sunsets, etc., and only pull them at night.
great video tour, I would have appreciated just a tad longer in the bathroom, slower camera pans of shower-fixed shower head or handheld? more views of floor space, was there a sink inside bath? closer view of walls in shower and by toilet. Compared to how thorough you are everywhere else, I thought the bathroom felt rushed. :-) Also, is there ever a floor plan still pic you could insert at either beginning or end of video, that would be nice as well.
There is no sink in the bathroom. The showerhead is on a handheld wand that can also be set into one of two holders (high and low) on a fixed vertical bar.
Just wondering how much it would cost to replace those wrap around front window sections, if it should happen to need it. Are they glass, or plexiglass? Class A bus windows are very expensive to replace.
A pretty trailer, BUT, seriously, no vanity, sink or mirror to wash up after using the bathroom? That was a huge oversight on the designers part. Also, there’s no dedicated bedroom. I get that the back bench converts to bed but it certainly doesn’t look very comfortable. There should also be a privacy curtain or something to close off the “bedroom” area. I think these are fairly significant omissions for most travelers.
It stays true to the original floor plan from back in the 50’s and 60’s. We agree that new designs have been created since then for comfort and functionality... but the goal for this trailer was to stick really close to the original layout.
Colorme Dubious: Your credit and debit cards...otherwise it's a "look at me" decadent-retro themed fashion " static trailer queen statement" for the very few that can afford it....which in turn will rarely use it for intended RVing...beyond taking it to shows.
"Worldwide Wrap-Around View Window - Corner windows made of ¼” thick polycarbonate material. Shatterproof and designed to block 100% of UV rays. Center window is ¼” thick tempered glass with an aluminum clamp ring. Used by concession and event trailers around the world."
@@thatmichigangirl90 Which still does not answer the question. Have you seen a rock hit a window? Lexan or glass, it will shatter, dent, scratch, chip, and remove that pristine view. All airstreams had rock guards on theirs.
We clarified in an earlier reply, but the front windows are polycarbonate, made by the same company, using the same material, they use to make F-18 fighter jet canopies.
I love the retro styling -it’s truly gorgeous! but I need a bit more generously sized sleeping area-even if it means sacrificing a bit in the living area. My husband and I are both tall and like to stretch out when we sleep.
Never knew they started making retro campers, and not familiar with the original, but to my eye that entry door has got to go. Drab and uninviting, like the door to a meat locker. Does not match the rest of the exterior. Should be chromed and have a port hole. Again, I'm just commenting on the door. Thats what I would like to see.
Yeah, the original had a tall rectangular window in the door, and I can't imagine why the builder didn't put one in this re-creation. See: tinyhousepins.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/1961-holiday-house-trailer-05-600x398.jpg
I would buy this in a heartbeat if I knew where to buy one. I would leave the couch setup as a bed all the time but of course I would have to see if I would fit. I camp by myself and looks like you can setup a privacy curtain for that area. In a trailer this small, you can walk two feet to wash your hands right in the kitchen sink. Getting ready to buy a Sol but would buy this one if it was available. Thanks PJ
I've watched this again and do not see any solar ready port. I know it's retro but the wiring and connection would not really be seen. Perhaps intech means to have people buy this that only use RV parks with hook ups? Thanks again.
I just love this thing! Pulling it with my 1968 Merc would look so cool. Yah it doesn't have everything than I want, but pretty damn close. Need to figure out a solution to the "no sink" bathroom. Not impossible, but....
Thank you. Now, what is the price and what is the tow weight?. 2 most important things. Nice video though. PS. sorry just saw the tow weight listed. Now for the price?.
Legally, MAP pricing prevents us from advertising our sales price. MSRP is about $42,000. We’re in the $35k range. Dry weight is about 3,400 lbs. Carrying capacity is about 1,450 lbs.
We haven’t had one of these in several years, and we no longer carry them. Our best resource for construction answers is the Holiday House website. Best of luck! www.holidayhouserv.com/construction.html
So who manufactures these? I live in the UK and there are a few dealers popping up but if I could find out who makes these wonders, maybe I could get one. They're knocking out some great caravans over here but nothing like these. I reckon if a company started making american style trailers over here, they'd clean up!
one word : marvellous !
the rest of the one word: you Americans are so great! so inventive ! God bless America!
Greetings from a tiny Frenchie village in old Europe
My home, built in 1949, has the formica counter tops with aluminum trim and they're still in perfect condition. So cool! I really like the style of the outside of the TT.
My fav presenter!!!! Always shows the inside first!!!! I dont want to know about the outside stuff if i don't like the inside....Thank You!!
Automatic thumbs up for showing interior first! Appreciate that. PJ does such a great job showing these off and I think she only said Um or ah once towards the end. Good job. Such a pro.
so true
Exactly!!!! I hate the others always show exterior first...i hate that.
haha yes, but she says "uh" a lot :) but still okay I guess, I always pick up on those things.
I have seen her in one other video. She talks like a script reading kindergarten teacher, giving me the impression that she really truly doesn't know what she is talking about, and certainly the impression that she has never spent a night in a trailer and has never camped. It is hard to listen for a whole video.
If PJ does a demo. I watch it. She doesn't repeat salesman phrases . She's different
That aluminum edging is definitely the 50’s. On Saturday, as a kid, it was my job to polish all the chrome in the kitchen. The plugs are reachable, no crawling under the table.
love the large front window and the retro style. So glad they are making these now.
what a cute little trailor inside and out, tho with those big windows I would prefer a wrap around kitchen and high chairs for eating so i can look out while cooking and eating. but it is still very cute.
We will look into that and see...
I haven't been a fan of trailers since back in the 1970's when I towed a travel trailer from Texas, through Colorado, to Washington, then down the California coast and back. That said, if I were going to buy a trailer now, it would be one of these. How quaint and lovely. They have done a wonderful job of capturing old-school and new technology. This one may be on my bucket list of things to own. Of course, after we sail the South Pacific.
You will never sail the South Pacific. Keep on playing on youtube and making your shake down trips to Catalina.
I do hope you prove me wrong.
@@offplanetevent if he doesn't you are still the worse person. Calling out someone you don't know for saying a dream on the internet is worse than someone saying a dream but not accomplishing it. Why are you so nasty to them?
I have a dream of renovating a school bus into an RV and exploring the US and Canada. My wife, my neighbor, my friend and my dad are really handy with building things, and I help the wife and neighbor every year with intricate Halloween displays ... I have done some very beginner carpentry. Who knows, it could happen, I have the skills and resources around me to learn if I want. No shame talking about a dream.
@@magroves WHAT? I said, " I do hope you prove me wrong " That was encouragement. WHAT? can you comprehend what you read.
Also, get off CZcams and build your dream!!!
@@offplanetevent Saying "I do hope you prove me wrong" hardly offsets "You will never sail the South Pacific. Keep on playing on youtube and making your shake down trips to Catalina." If you truly think "That was encouragement" you're deluding yourself.
@@magroves "I have a dream of renovating a school bus into an RV and exploring the US and Canada"
There was a book I read back in '74 about converting a schoolbus, and I see that it's available on Amazon. You might find it of interest: www.amazon.com/Roll-Your-Own-Complete-Living/dp/0020810504
I found this video even though it says it was a year ago the travel trailer is a very nice trailer. It looks like it’s from the 50s which is nice. Thank you for showing this travel trailer. It’s very nice had a lot of space as to how small it is.
Gotta love that vintage look!
I do love vintage trailers and this one being brand new, really is amazing. If I had the bucks. Holiday House were amazing back in the day and this one is very close to the oldie ;)
Outer shell is extremely hazardous when the sun is shining while in transit 😎
Glad I wasn't the only one thinking that!
I love it. I would replace the lounge cushions with a good mattress for a dedicated bed. I’ve never like those tiny sinks in the bathroom so I’m happy with that.
Like the trailer but the bath with no sink is a no for me....and I like a permanent bed ......
A permanent bed is a complete waste of space for 2/3 of the day. Such a loss of space is not a big deal in a large trailer, but in a trailer of this size it's absolutely pointless. This is a travel trailer not a suite at the Ritz.
@@dwderp Not if you are full timing.... I could only see using something like this for a long weekend... not full time.
Fair enough, but the overwhelming majority of RV buyers aren't full timers. Those who are would probably be better off with a larger trailer. Otherwise they face the prospect of spending the rest of their lives staring at a fully made bed taking up 1/3 of their trailer's interior space. But that's just one man's opinion, everybody has their own likes and dislikes.
I am in the market for one to leave in NC for every summer. I like the look so much but since I would live there every summer, this is Not for me. At 50yo I need a queen regular rv bed . Those cushions would kill me after a weekend. But imo they could had the look with modern bed and bath whilst keeping the retro feel. This is a good weekender though for younger people.
I agree,I love the look but it misses in so many areas.For me it starts with a bathroom and shower and I dont like not having a sink.The permanent bed for me is a must because no one is going to sit on that bench in the rear when you have that beautiful front booth.
Liked so much of this and its retrospective look. Really cute! Lots of cupboards and it looks solid and well made. However did not like the fact that the bottom of the kitchen cupboards was floor. Makes it easier for bugs to get in (also a false bottom on top of the plumbing pipes to protect them would be helpful). Reading other comments I also hope folks have a choice of stove tops and oven types. Did not notice any hanging space for clothes, nor a basin to wash hands (which could be on the wall of the shower????) and the decorative piping on the seats would cut into your legs if sitting for a while. Also concerned that the bed is not for the tall, so queen sized would be better. With these few tweeks though, this would be awesome to own. Would be nice if they made a slightly bigger one for people who want to live long term.
Thank you for the comments. The front bed measures 55" x 78", so it is larger than it appears in the video. There are very few openings in the floor (which is a one piece laminated floor with greencore polypropylene panel top and bottom. This entire floor is sealed to the frame. It is then covered by the flooring you see in the photo. The panel to protect the water lines is a good idea, and will be passed along. We have a 27' floorplan with tandem axles and a separate bedroom on the way. I remember the hot summers where my mother's vinyl car seats with burn my legs and leave those piping marks on the back of my thighs... who wouldn't want to re-live those days!!!
The door looks too plain....Needs the Old School Round porthole type of window they used to use.
Tom Langley
I agree. They nailed the exterior but lost it with that door. Looks drab and uninviting. A porthole would have been fantastic and surprised their engineers didnt think of that.
@@paulmatulavich7321 The original Holiday House that this is modeled after didn't have a porthole, it had a big rectangular window. I can't imagine why they didn't stay true to form on this remake. See: camperrevamper.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/redclose.jpg
This wasn't an oversight, it was just a fail on our part. We tried to locate a door with a rectangular window, with the correct exterior finish... but it is not available. We are continuing to search, and when available will be incorporated into the trailers.
My wife and I would like to PJ to do a tour of the 24 ft and 27 foot Holiday House trailers.
I love the 50's modern style of this trailer. The interior could have had more 50s color patterns.
I would skip the microwave.
Ideoform Sun for sure I have a microwave/convection oven in my class c it is used for storage
@Lady Robin Part of the lure of a travel trailer for me is enjoying the local cuisine as I travel. "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives" to coin a phrase. Having a microwave for warming up leftovers and cooking the occasional frozen dinner (a Swanson's TV Dinner, in keeping with the retro aesthetic) would be perfect for me.
@Lady Robin I'm sure you can delete it or get a regular oven in its place.
things i would change if i bought one, put a window in the door, replace microwave with real oven, and in back of trailer i would replace bench / bed with real bed, preferably a twin as i am single. it all depends on weather or not your handy and willing to do some alterations your self.
But if you're going to spend the money to get one Brand New, shouldn't it come how you Want it? Which is why I'm Still shopping. 😐
I don't know why they don't ask someone who actually camps what they'd like in a camper. Examples: More windows, windows that open. (Who wants their camper to smell like whatever was cooked?) Fixtures for cooking outside, like a stovetop that can be mounted on the outside of the camper. I can go on, and I'm not singling out this camper (except for the massive, unprotected glass front that looks like it's designed to catch birds and road debris and shatter into a vacation-stealing migraine headache). So many of these trailer campers are not airy enough, not ventilated enough.
There are plenty of trailers with those features out there. THIS ONE was specifically designed to appeal to people who want a vintage look; a 1950s retro vibe, and so it sticks to design elements that were common on trailers of that era.
About the only place you're gonna want to take this is to a rock-a-billy concert/gathering.
@@longyarn4288 Oh, I don't know; I'd love to have one to take around the country to Good Sam Club gatherings.
That is so gorgeous! Vintage is EVERYTHING
I want one! Perfect for this one old man, who loves it's classic simplicity and practicality. To the person complaining about this trailer and it's price, consider that it is HALF the price of a good USED motorized RV, and you can always adjust things to your needs. And with the RV, unless you have a "toad" or a car going along with you, you have to unplug from your RV camp in order to go sightseeing. With this, I have my trusty old pickup that is plenty strong to pull it, and I can park it and go shopping or visiting places. I love the retro look (except the windowless door).
The person complaining about the trailer and the price is right on the money. This has no engine, so why does it cost more than a brand new Ford Transit van which can be self built and is far less bother to drag around. You are incorrect about RVs. I have a 1997 Class C 22 ft RV which I can jump into any time and drive off in. No hitches, hooking, unhooking, and no gas guzzling truck either. My other car is fuel efficient and can be towed if I need to. I never need to. My RV drives easily everywhere. So this logic is incorrect. Who goes to a camp? I don't! They are very expensive in CA. Cheaper to get solar panels and be off grid. If you have a genny and solar, why do you need a hookup? Trailers are hugely bothersome and a royal pain to drag along.
big windows should have been in back, reverse order. almost always the hitch end never has a view except of your tow vehicle or road
But in the '50s most had the window in the front, and this is a re-creation of that era's travel trailers.
@@seikibrian8641 But we are in 2019 and have learned to build smarter. Or have we?
@@lass-inangeles7564 If you want a 2019-style trailer, there are plenty available. That's not what this is; this is a re-creation of a 1950s-style trailer.
Thank you for demonstrating how to switch lights on and off. Such amazing technology.
TrailerPark Supervisor 😜
Teehee😁
Courtesy switch. Okayyyyyy?
adam heskett 😂
Or how a tv swivels. Oh she just showed the inside of the microwave!!! I always wanted to know. Glad I can scratch that off my bucket list.
Love it .....it would look good behind my 53 suburban .
Different really different. Its cute but not one I would buy. I do love how you show the interior first. With the others I FF to the interior then backup to see outside if the interior passes my needs. Lol.
Where is the spare tire? What kind of cover is available for propane tanks and battery? Is there a solar option?
What a relief the AC is suited for the Texas climate if I don't plan out of state trips.
I think the Texas region has the most humidity and heat in the summer except Nevada. Florida is similar to Texas with heat and Humidity.
Not designed for Nebraska weather that is for sure. Thin walls, very small heater, Big A/C. No insulation. etc. Poor design for weather. Nice looking and all but .....
@@Charles77598 Having lived in Florida (Tampa) and Texas (San Antonio), and travelled frequently to Nevada (Reno, Las Vegas), my experience is different from yours. Nevada is dry, not humid. Except for the Gulf coast areas, the humidity in Texas is NOTHING like the humidity in Florida.
@@oldfoxbob1, the walls are 2" thick and have R-14 insulation. The roof is double layer R-14 insulation. The furnace is a 12,000 BTU furnace in an 18" box PLUS the heat pump in the Air Conditioner. The furnace alone offers more BTU per square foot than any other camper on the market. I'm not sure where the perception of "thin walls" has come from, but these are 2" in total thickness, when most of the industry is down to 1-1/2".
I don’t like solid boards as bed boards. They don’t allow air to flow and go mouldy and damp.
How will protect that front window when towing it and that corner glass will be very expensive to replace...other wise a cute trailer
Marieta, we understand your concern, but the corner windows are made of 1/4" polycarbonate. The company who makes these also makes F-18 fighter jet canopies and windshields for race cars. This is the same material, and the other products have been tested and rated as "bulletproof". The center window is 1/4" thick tempered glass and is used on concession and vending trailers all over the country.
Is there a tint option for the dinette window? Does the window have a cover for protection while travelling? The shower stall top and bottom are being held together with lots of screws which will rust & fail quickly causing leaks. The "bed" looks quite small and uncomfortable - other than that, it looks cute.
Tygerlady99 having protection for that window while in transit is very good idea.
The front windows are made of polycarbonate (described above in replies) and blocks 100% of UV rays. There are curtains which can be closed for privacy too. The screws in the shower area, as with the exterior screws, are stainless steel. Therefore they will not rust. Also as mentioned above, this was designed to continue the production of Holiday House trailers, just as they were in 1962. They had clear glass windows and a metal lined shower. We made upgrades and changes as code required, but otherwise stayed true to the original design.
This camper is so sweet. I don't actually see it realistically traveling. You just want to add a deck and some potted plants and a cafe table set and bench on the deck and make it more into a quiet backyard get away.
I still love it!! I've come back to see the interior several times now. I would totally live in this, just myself. I've seen several little things that I'd like to say how I'd use, or I thought needed adjustment.
1. Over- sink window is positioned too high up. (PJ couldn't see out, even I at 5'10" would have to lean way in to see anything outside that wasn't just sky).
2. I would move over-sink light fixture closer to wall, so if it's too glaring a scalloped wood valance could fit in.
3. This is how I'd use the back bed, I'd stack the two mattresses for a 26" wide bed for one, and get a vintage wood night stand.
4. Coat hooks! Near front door, and in little bedroom.
5. A couple more towel bars in bathroom. (One of my pet peeves in new houses or RVs, not enough towel bars!)
6. I wish that set dressers used more practical props. Kettles, tea towels, flatware, cooking utensils, pots n pans, foil & plastic wrap storage, mugs, dinnerware, canned goods, etc.
Must have very thin walls when switches and plugs are surface mounted.
Really takes away from the look they are trying to achieve. Makes it feel cheap.
@@petrkarv Were you living in middle America in the 1950s and '60s? My house had surface-mount outlets and switches, because it was remodeled from a 1930s house that didn't have electricity at all. I would say this IS the look they were trying to achieve.
Beautiful looking trailer. :)
Loved it. It brings lots of memories.
I like the layout, shows how well-designed the older trailers were. When manufacturers actually cared about the end product, not just selling as many as possible.
I'm puzzled why there isn't a window in the door. It would really break up a large amount of space. I'm also surprised a trailer that size only has one axle.
Or a screen door.
This unit is built by a fly by night company in Elkhart Indiana by meth-heads on work release.
@@bobpeg7457 Wow. Meth-heads do great work
@@ballantine58 It has a screen door. See: www.holidayhouserv.com/
"I'm puzzled why there isn't a window in the door."
I know. The original had one, so I don't know why this one doesn't. See: tinyhousepins.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/1961-holiday-house-trailer-05-600x398.jpg
Luv the retro look
Really nice trailer. Vintage with some modern... Great Job of showing in side first. One thing the bed room to the back does not close off? So no privacy. Really nice looking I love the aluminum look! Great Job Holiday House!!
How much
I don't think they're gonna tell ya Mister....
Looks great on outside. What a pain in the neck to have to convert dining into bed every night. Front bed doesn't look that spacious. No bathroom sink? Big kitchen. I'd need a dedicated bedroom.
This is an 18' trailer, so the small space doesn't really allow for a separate bedroom... The front bed is 55" x 78". We have larger floorplans on the way, the 27' model will include a separate bedroom.
$35,000 and no sink or actual bedroom ..nope
It's pretty but not a very double design.
I agree
mike eat it Exterior super pretty but interior needs work as it relates to bedroom.
Make one of these retro jobs, but incorporate a bedroom and get creative with a slide out. Then they'd sell like mad!
Nice
nice practical design however the front window would be best suited for boondocking with no neighbors you wouldn't want a huge window like that in an RV park unless you like being watched.😯👀
The curtains were hanging between the window glass. @Jonathan Eddy
"you wouldn't want a huge window like that in an RV park unless you like being watched."
That's what the curtains are for.
@@seikibrian8641 - sure you can pull the curtains but they'd have to be pulled all the time so why have the window in the first place? 🤷♀️🤷♂️
@@longyarn4288 Why would they have to be pulled all the time? I'd keep them open during the day so I could watch the goings-on at the park, watch the sunsets, etc., and only pull them at night.
Very nice presentation. 🇨🇦
Gorgeous trailer. I would love this! Very well presented as usual!
I am alone it would be perfect fir my 5’2 self!!!! How much and what is weight
Blast from the past! Love it. Excepted missed the oven. Very cute.
great video tour, I would have appreciated just a tad longer in the bathroom, slower camera pans of shower-fixed shower head or handheld? more views of floor space, was there a sink inside bath? closer view of walls in shower and by toilet. Compared to how thorough you are everywhere else, I thought the bathroom felt rushed. :-) Also, is there ever a floor plan still pic you could insert at either beginning or end of video, that would be nice as well.
There is no sink in the bathroom. The showerhead is on a handheld wand that can also be set into one of two holders (high and low) on a fixed vertical bar.
I agree with you Christine. The "throne room" is Very important.
A trailer.....errrr.....caravan Andrew Ditton will envy!!!!!
This trailer is so retro cute
And the wardrobe closet is where???
Love this camper
I would leave the rear sofa down as a bed. I cannot find a manufacturer on the web or other models they have available.
www.holidayhouserv.com
@@PrincessCraft Thanks.
A couple commenters have mentioned it needs/should have ventilation to prevent mold/mildew. 🤷♂️🤷♀️
Just wondering how much it would cost to replace those wrap around front window sections, if it should happen to need it. Are they glass, or plexiglass? Class A bus windows are very expensive to replace.
At the cost of $35,000 for this small trailer, most who buy it wouldn't flinch at the cost of repairing to windows.
@@valkillmore847 How would you know what would make someone "flinch?" Your answer doesn't answer the question.
The door/ screen. I love this sweet camper. Great job
I really like that the old design is being resurrected! Great job! I'm a little surprised that the door doesn't have a window in it.
A pretty trailer, BUT, seriously, no vanity, sink or mirror to wash up after using the bathroom? That was a huge oversight on the designers part. Also, there’s no dedicated bedroom. I get that the back bench converts to bed but it certainly doesn’t look very comfortable. There should also be a privacy curtain or something to close off the “bedroom” area. I think these are fairly significant omissions for most travelers.
It stays true to the original floor plan from back in the 50’s and 60’s. We agree that new designs have been created since then for comfort and functionality... but the goal for this trailer was to stick really close to the original layout.
This is awesome!
What protects the front window in transit?
Thats a great question. However, I do believe there wasn't a rock guard on the original, either...
Colorme Dubious:
Your credit and debit cards...otherwise it's a "look at me" decadent-retro themed fashion " static trailer queen statement" for the very few that can afford it....which in turn will rarely use it for intended RVing...beyond taking it to shows.
"Worldwide Wrap-Around View Window - Corner windows made of ¼” thick polycarbonate material. Shatterproof and designed to block 100% of UV rays. Center window is ¼” thick tempered glass with an aluminum clamp ring. Used by concession and event trailers around the world."
@@FrankiesFancy Correct. See: tinyhousepins.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/1961-holiday-house-trailer-05-600x398.jpg
@@thatmichigangirl90 Which still does not answer the question. Have you seen a rock hit a window? Lexan or glass, it will shatter, dent, scratch, chip, and remove that pristine view. All airstreams had rock guards on theirs.
How much?
How about the backing up camera?
If you want one, it can easily be installed.
Aluminum sink in kitchen, I don’t think so.
DrDennis77 I think she should have said stainless steel
No closet space. No oven or bathroom sink. I would redo it a bit to accommodate.
How this trailer cost, and looking for model holiday house 27RQ TANDEM AXLE FLOORPLAN. Cant find it anywhere, even in their websites
I love it!
Couldn't deal with that sleeping arrangement. I see that window getting chipped and or broken quick and often. Bad idea
Thought the same thing about the windows up front couldn't go to a glass repair place to get it fixed if broken.
We clarified in an earlier reply, but the front windows are polycarbonate, made by the same company, using the same material, they use to make F-18 fighter jet canopies.
Gorgeous
Excellent tour thanks
Love this trailer. But would be concerned about that front glass while towing.
also i would prefer haveing a bit different paint job no shiny aluminume ,, maybe green or dark blue.
I love the retro styling -it’s truly gorgeous! but I need a bit more generously sized sleeping area-even if it means sacrificing a bit in the living area. My husband and I are both tall and like to stretch out when we sleep.
Is there storage under the booth? Would like to put some battle born batteries inside along with some solar on the roof.
I absolutely love this RV!!!! Great job, PJ!
Where can I find a 1955 Ford pickup to pull it with
Or a 1961 Buick Roadmaster.
Never knew they started making retro campers, and not familiar with the original, but to my eye that entry door has got to go. Drab and uninviting, like the door to a meat locker. Does not match the rest of the exterior. Should be chromed and have a port hole. Again, I'm just commenting on the door. Thats what I would like to see.
Yeah, the original had a tall rectangular window in the door, and I can't imagine why the builder didn't put one in this re-creation. See: tinyhousepins.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/1961-holiday-house-trailer-05-600x398.jpg
Whatever they pay you is not enough. You're very good at this and tell the viewers little things they want to know.
How much is this trailer?
Looks like home I like it looks warm and inviting
Amazing!!
I would buy this in a heartbeat if I knew where to buy one. I would leave the couch setup as a bed all the time but of course I would have to see if I would fit. I camp by myself and looks like you can setup a privacy curtain for that area. In a trailer this small, you can walk two feet to wash your hands right in the kitchen sink. Getting ready to buy a Sol but would buy this one if it was available. Thanks PJ
I've watched this again and do not see any solar ready port. I know it's retro but the wiring and connection would not really be seen. Perhaps intech means to have people buy this that only use RV parks with hook ups? Thanks again.
where do you go if you should need to replace one of those tires?
They’re normal tires. Replacements are easy to get at most tire stores.
The manufacturer doesn’t have a model with two axles at this time.
@@PrincessCraftGangster sidewalls are not normal tires.
all that needs to be done is to swap old for new tech
induction, all in one smart oven, washer&dryer, lose the propane,reduce carbon sig
Wow, how cool! A USPS mobile post office!
how does the front glass standup against rocks with no protection cover?
Looks like a real bug catcher. How will it hold up in driving rain ?
@@bobpeg7457 - Ooo! Good point! Not to mention wind drag...🙈
I’d like to buy 1 of these now
Give Holiday House a call at 574.206.0016 and they can connect you with a dealer that may have one available!
Love this!
I just love this thing! Pulling it with my 1968 Merc would look so cool. Yah it doesn't have everything than I want, but pretty damn close. Need to figure out a solution to the "no sink" bathroom. Not impossible, but....
What is beneath the aluminum siding?
Welded aluminum frames, then a plywood skin.
Thank you. Now, what is the price and what is the tow weight?. 2 most important things. Nice video though. PS. sorry just saw the tow weight listed. Now for the price?.
Legally, MAP pricing prevents us from advertising our sales price. MSRP is about $42,000. We’re in the $35k range. Dry weight is about 3,400 lbs. Carrying capacity is about 1,450 lbs.
@@PrincessCraft that's actually pretty interesting, why do they prevent you from doing that?
I've looked everywhere and can't seem to find what the roof is made of.
We haven’t had one of these in several years, and we no longer carry them. Our best resource for construction answers is the Holiday House website. Best of luck! www.holidayhouserv.com/construction.html
PJ please let me know the price and send video back so I know which it is and do you have cheaper used ones same floor plan thank you
How expensive are these?
Great job! Thank you
you have done a great job presenting this rig!
Is there a retro model that has queen bed already made rather than keep converting?
my Riverside Retro.
This looks like a Taco cart, open up the window and ready to sell Tacos!!!!
looks like a dining car
So who manufactures these? I live in the UK and there are a few dealers popping up but if I could find out who makes these wonders, maybe I could get one. They're knocking out some great caravans over here but nothing like these. I reckon if a company started making american style trailers over here, they'd clean up!
No convection oven.
Does it have LED lights?