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Bohemian Bus

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· Gualala, Mendocino, California · 15 acres
Hosted by Blake M.
Van/bus
· 3 guests max · 1 bedroom · 2 beds · 1 toilet
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Converted into my home over a decade ago, this bus served as my home until I bought this property in 2006, and it has since been the deluxe guest bus. It is very comfortable and comes with all the luxury one would expect in a cabin -- hot water, full kitchen, refrigerator, and queen bed. It should be noted however, that the ceiling is 6 foot high, and thus my not be suited to tall people! Also, there is a private toilet, but it is not inside the bus...instead it is a short jaunt from the front door. Also, I suggest bringing flip flops or some kind of easy on and off shoes, both for the bus and the bathroom jaunt. I request that the bus be kept as a "no shoes" environment, as I am discovering that the enviro oak flooring is quite sensitive to wear. Built mainly from recycled & resourced second hand materials, the bus is a 1985 Chevy with a Detroit Diesel engine. Her interior was designed with the "live lightly on the land" aesthetic and all appliances were chosen because they work well with solar power, including propane fridge and oven/stove and wood stove. The bus can sleep kids up to 15 years of age and additional bedding is available -- however it is not "child-proofed" so probably not the best for a toddler. Furthermore, I'm willing to consider small dogs (10 lbs and under), but the bus will not accommodate medium and big-sized dogs. Learn more about this land: An artful school bus located off Hwy 1, 1.5 miles from the Pacific Ocean, provide a secluded, sunny off-grid, creative getaway, with organic gardens, outdoor tubs & "malibu shower", plus fully equipped kitchen, wifi, wood-stove & on-demand hot water.An artful, converted school bus located off Hwy 1, 1.5 miles from the Pacific Ocean (and 1.75 miles from Bowling Ball Beach), provides a secluded, sunny off-grid, creative getaway, with organic gardens, places to do yoga and sun outdoors (clothing optional), wood fired hot tub (for an extra charge); outdoor "malibu shower", plus fully equipped kitchen, wifi, wood-stove; and cozy bedding. If you are hipcamping with a larger group, it is possible to set up a few tents for an extra fee.
What to expect
Van/bus
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
3 guests max
Campfires allowed
Private
Toilet available
No pets
Small pets (well-groomed pets) are allowed with prior arrangements, but NO large dogs (really only lap dogs).
Drinking water available
Showers available
Guests have access to the malibu shower, and outdoor bathtub (though drought sensitive so availability subject to well water levels)
Picnic table present
Wifi available
Pack it out
We compost and recycle, there is no garbage pick up, so I would appreciate your taking any "landfill-type" garbage with you. Recycling and compost bins are provided.

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 4:00 PM
Early or late check-in may be available
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
Late check-out may be available
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 2 nights
Accepts bookings: 9 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
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3 Ratings · 2 reviews
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Matt S.
9 months on Hipcamp
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· July 2024
With kids
What a beautiful, tranquil enclave in the middle of the woods. Nothing to hear but the birds and the trees, and a friendly community of artists and healers as hosts. This place is special - there’s something to discover in every corner, and the stars shine bright at night. The bus is super cool, plenty cozy, and loaded with artsy, funky relics and designs. We stayed there with our 9 year-old daughter, and it was the perfect amount of space. Thank you for your kindness and generous welcome, Blake! ❤️
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Megan B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· March 2019
Love the bus
My partner and I spend the weekend here and we LOVED our time! It was just the escape we needed! Blake is incredibly kind! Highly recommend this stay!
Location
Gualala, Mendocino, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Central Pomo First Nations according to
To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Blake M.

Joined in February 2016
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 2 hours

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