Port Susan Redux I

Debbie and I actually own two side-by-side lots in Port Susan. Two year ago we were sitting out on our lot when the next door neighbors walked over and said they were going to sell their lot and asked if we were interested. At first we declined as we didn’t really need two lots. But after driving around the area and looking a few lots that were less than attractive, we started to worry about who would buy the lot . Since the living side of our RV faces their lot, we became concerned. What if they parked a broken down school bus there? Or worse? What ever the new owners put on the lot would be what we would look at when sitting outside. So we decided to buy it to protect our little piece of heaven.

Now we’ve owned the lot a few year and last year we decided to look for a low cost trailer or 5th wheel to put on it. It would give our kids and other guest a place to stay during their visit. Debbie also wanted to set up a sewing room with a real ironing board. I also figured that when I got kicked out of the house I would have a place to get in out of the cold and rain.

We wanted a rig that we could remodel on the inside but looked ok on the outside. We all so wanted one that didn’t have any roof or water leak problems.

Last year we looked at several units but didn’t find any to fit the bill. This year we stated looking again and we finally found a deal. It’s 35 foot long 5th wheel with a rear bunk bedroom. A large 12’ x 4’ slide opens up the living area.

Now I had to level the lot so the 5th wheel have a level parking spot when we rolled it in.

I also had to build a small retaining wall to keep the electric service above ground. A lot more work than I planed since I come up to Port Susan to relax!

With the parking area leveled Debbie and I enjoyed a drink and fire in the fire pit that she re-designed. Being a brick-layer’s daughter playing with bricks is in her genes.

Finally the 5th wheel arrived and got tucked in.

Another view. Inside tour and construction next time.