This $24,000 Vintage RV Is the Coziest Way to Travel Back in Time

If roughing it in a tent isn’t your idea of a relaxing getaway, the newly restored Cowpoke Camper by Perch & Nest might just be your dream escape on wheels. Originally a 1987 Avion by Fleetwood, this 30-foot aluminum travel trailer has been thoroughly redesigned, refurbished, and recertified by the North Carolina–based team known for their bespoke tiny homes and custom carpentry. The result? A vintage camper that pairs the classic “Airstream” silhouette with modern comforts and a playful nod to the American West.

Step inside, and you’ll find cozy sleeping arrangements for up to four, a kitchen fitted with a stainless refrigerator and original propane range, and thoughtful design details like “Dried Thyme” painted cabinetry, chenille seating, and retro wallpaper. With a fresh 2025 RV title, new mechanical systems, and curated cowpoke décor included, this lightweight “tiny home on wheels” is road-ready and waiting for its next adventure.

A silver Avion camper with two axles is parked on a grassy area under large trees on a sunny day. The trailer door is open, creating a peaceful and inviting scene. The 30-foot-long Cowpoke Camper has undergone a complete refurbishment and recertification by Perch & Nest. This Airstream-style RV trailer features a new 2025 travel trailer title, a newly sealed roof system, a new battery, electric hitch jack, and exterior lighting, as well as a refurbished propane furnace and rooftop AC unit.

A silver vintage Avion camper with blue-striped awnings is parked on grass under shady trees on a sunny day. The trailer has two axles and several windows open for ventilation. For convenience on your travels, you benefit from an on-board freshwater holding tank and pump, and black water/grey water tanks, as well as a direct ‘city’ water inlet. The Cowpoke Camper also comfortably accommodates up to four people, featuring two twin beds, a single sofa, and a spacious living area.

Sunlight fills a cozy Avion camper interior with a wooden chair and pillow, striped pouf, colorful patterned rug, checked curtains, and a hanging bag by the open door that looks out onto green trees and grass. The entire interior of Cowpoke Camper has been thoughtfully redesigned in a ‘cowpoke’ style, complete with furnishings, linens, and décor.

A cozy renovated Avion camper interior featuring a rust-colored sofa, patterned rug, ottoman, wooden chair with cushions, and large windows with checkered curtains letting in sunlight. Painted cabinets are on the left. The spacious living area is adjacent to the kitchen, featuring a new Chenille sofa and a pouf ottoman.

Cozy Avion camper interior with green cabinets, a countertop, lamp, and decor on the left. A brown sofa with cushions sits on a colorful patterned rug, with large windows letting in natural light and trees visible outside. There is also a folding dining table that expands to seat up to six. You and your loved ones can even dance the night away to music on the original built-in cassette player/radio.

Interior of a cozy Avion camper kitchen with green cabinets, open window, countertop decor including a lamp, books, small plants, and a tin can labeled “CDM;” patterned wallpaper and an outdoor awning visible through the window. The ‘dried thyme’ painted cabinetry and new hardware are both refreshing and a nod to this travel trailer’s past. The green complements the brown wood accent features beautifully.

Interior of a cozy Avion camper with sage green cabinets, a kitchen area with stove and sink, and a living space featuring a brown sofa, colorful rug, and large windows letting in natural light. It’s the small details that really make a difference in this travel trailer, such as the live-edge cutting board/stove topper in the kitchen. It’s designed for both style and function.

A cozy Avion camper interior featuring sage green cabinets, a kitchen with a double sink, stove, and microwave, desert-themed wallpaper, a bed in the back, and sunlight streaming through the window. With the kitchen located in the middle of the travel trailer, there’s an abundance of storage and bench space. This is ideal when you’re accommodating up to four guests.

A bright Avion camper kitchen features a double sink, faucet, soap dispenser, small appliances, green cabinets, a window with a bamboo shade, and scenic greenery visible outside. The large farmhouse-style sink is a feature in itself. You can be washing the dishes while admiring the incredible view out the window. Hot water comes courtesy of the refurbished tankless water heater.

A cozy Avion camper interior featuring a neatly made bed, sage green cabinets, a patterned rug, and a compact kitchen with a stove, oven, cutting board, and microwave—all bathed in natural light with desert-themed decor. Rather than installing new appliances that don’t tie in with the cowpoke theme, the team at Perch & Nest meticulously refurbished the original propane range and microwave.

A cozy, vintage Avion camper interior with a fridge, hanging bag, potted plant on a stool, curtained sleeping area with two beds, patterned rug, and a fire extinguisher by the door. Warm, natural light fills the space. Adjacent to the sleeping area is a new stainless steel refrigerator/freezer that has enough storage space for weekly groceries.

Interior of a cozy Avion camper featuring a small bathtub and shower, twin beds on either side, patterned curtains and walls, and a view into the living area with sofa, large windows, and a Southwestern-style rug on the floor. American West wallpaper has been installed throughout the Cowpoke Camper. It works well with the Dried Thyme green cabinetry throughout.

The interior of this cozy Avion camper features two twin beds with beige bedding, patterned rugs on the floor, and curtains separating the sleeping area from a lounge with a red sofa and large windows in the background. Perch & Nest has set up the bedroom for convenient vacationing and organisation, with wardrobe/linen cabinets, as well as a built-in hamper.

Cozy Avion camper interior with a neatly made bed, patterned pillows, gingham curtains, and open windows revealing greenery outside; a small bathroom and storage cabinets are visible in the background. Both single beds feature new mattresses with luxury tufted covers. There is also a built-in swivel desk/table, which is ideal for laptops and small TVs.

Interior of a cozy, renovated Avion camper bus with two twin beds, neutral bedding, patterned rug, potted cactus on a stool, curtains for privacy, and a kitchenette on the right. Natural light streams in from the windows. For organisation, you’ll appreciate the dual wardrobes and built-in top/bottom dresser storage.

A cozy Avion camper bathroom with a sink, mirror cabinets, toilet, wooden blinds on windows, and a small bathtub with shower curtain. Light green cabinetry and soft lighting create a warm, inviting atmosphere. The bathroom will undoubtedly exceed your expectations. It boasts an abundance of storage surrounding a flushing toilet.

A cozy vintage Avion camper bathroom with a sink, mirror, framed pictures, patterned shower curtain, window with bamboo shade, and soft lighting above the vanity. The retro glamour medicine or vanity cabinet is the centerpiece of the bathroom. It features a mirror that creates the illusion of space and enhances the ambiance with its light. There is also a large tub/shower.

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