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A WOMAN has revealed the common assumptions people make when they find out she lives in a caravan.
Not only do people believe that Freya’s caravan must be filthy and messy, but others are quick to suggest it is extremely cold too.
But eager to set the record straight on what living in a caravan is really like, Freya, who is from the UK and lives with her partner Charlie and their dog in an Adria Adora caravan in North Yorkshire, shut down the “top three misconceptions” she is often faced with.
Posting on social media, first things first, the content creator confirmed that people always assume that she must be “so cold in winter.”
But to this, Freya, who is currently saving money so she can buy her own land, clapped back and confirmed: “Well actually, no – we have a central heating system the same as everybody else, it’s controlled with a thermostat.
“We have radiators all around the caravan, we even have one inside our shower so it’s always nice and toasty in here.”
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Secondly, Freya acknowledged that people often think that because she lives in “such a small space,” her home “must be filthy and messy.”
Responding to those making judgements, Freya shut down the misconceptions and explained: “Actually that means it’s really quick and easy to keep on top of things – it only takes me about an hour to do a deep clean every week.”
And finally, the young woman who quit her corporate job to live in the caravan, revealed that people think she must be a “peasant” to want to live in a home on wheels.
In response, Freya, who now runs her own business while living out of the 8ft wide caravan, revealed that she has actually been able to save more than £9,000 in just two years thanks to waving goodbye to renting.
She stressed: “We were very poor when we first started caravan life because we’d just gone self-employed.
“However we do like our little luxuries in the caravan and we now have substantial savings in our account.”
Social media users react
Freya’s TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @caravanlifewithfreya, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 30,100 views.
Social media users were impressed with Freya’s caravan home and many raced to the comments to express this.
How much does it cost to live in a caravan?
LIVING in a caravan can be an economical and flexible lifestyle choice in the UK. Here’s a breakdown of potential costs:
Initial Costs
- Caravan Purchase: £8,000 – £40,000 (depending on size, age, and condition)
- Caravan Insurance: £200 – £800 per year
Ongoing Monthly Costs
- Pitch Fees: £150 – £600 (varies by location and facilities)
- Utilities (Electricity, Gas, Water): £40 – £120
- Maintenance and Repairs: £20 – £80
- Internet and TV: £20 – £50
- Gas for Heating/Cooking: £15 – £40
Other Potential Costs
- Waste Disposal Fees: £8 – £25
- Transport Costs (if moving locations): Variable, depending on distance
- Optional Add-ons (Awning, Solar Panels, etc.): £400 – £1,600 (one-time)
Sample Monthly Budget
- Pitch Fees: £400
- Utilities: £80
- Maintenance and Repairs: £40
- Internet and TV: £40
- Gas for Heating/Cooking: £25
- Total: £585
Annual Estimated Cost
- Total Monthly Costs: £585 x 12 = £7,020
- Insurance: £500
- Maintenance and Repairs: £480
- Total Annual Cost: £8,000
Tips to Save
- Off-Peak Pitch Fees: Look for lower rates during off-peak seasons.
- DIY Maintenance: Handle minor repairs yourself.
- Energy Efficiency: Invest in solar panels to reduce utility costs.
While initial setup costs can be significant, ongoing expenses for living in a caravan can be relatively low, making it a viable option for those seeking an affordable and mobile lifestyle in the UK.
Not only this, but others who live in caravans were quick to empathise with the misconceptions Freya is often faced with.
One person said: “You are sooo right with these. We get the same.”
Another added: “Good way to live.”
It’s a very humble way of living, why do you need a big smart house to sleep in?
TikTok user
A third commented: “I think that’s a great way to live.”
Meanwhile, someone else chimed in: “I’d love it.”
Not only this, but another user shared: “It’s a very humble way of living, why do you need a big smart house to sleep in? Snobs calling people peasants for living in a van.”
To this, Freya wrote back and claimed: “The simple life is better sometimes.”
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