I stayed in a Dolly Parton-themed RV through Airbnb and it was the perfect introduction to tiny living

Talia LakritzJul 7, 2022, 20:15 IST

I stayed in this Dolly Parton-themed RV near Dollywood on a recent trip to Tennessee.Talia Lakritz/Insider

I spent a night in a Dolly Parton-themed RV in Maryville, Tennessee, about an hour from Dollywood.
It cost a total of $218.81 for one night including taxes and a $45 cleaning fee on Airbnb.

On a recent trip to Tennessee to visit Dollywood, I stayed in a Dolly Parton-themed RV listed on Airbnb.

The back of the RV.Talia Lakritz/Insider

Owners Adrienne and Dean Smith and their daughter Tayler bought the 20-foot camper van on Craigslist for $2,500 and spent about $20,000 on renovations.

Adrienne Smith.Talia Lakritz/Insider

My parking spot was clearly marked when I arrived.

My parking spot at my Dolly Parton-themed RV.Talia Lakritz/Insider

I was greeted by the Smiths' many friendly dogs, and Adrienne herself.

One of the Smiths' dogs, Pippin Dolly Smith.Talia Lakritz/Insider

When I first saw the RV, it seemed smaller than I was expecting, but I was ready to give this new form of lodging a try.

My home for the night.Talia Lakritz/Insider

The mural of Dolly Parton on the outside of the camper was created by tattoo artist Mira Mariah.

Dolly Parton art on the outside of the RV.Talia Lakritz/Insider

In a clever touch, the custom license plate played off of Parton's last name.

The license plate said "PartnMe."Talia Lakritz/Insider

Right next to Dolly's Fantasy Camper, the Smiths' property featured an outdoor space with couches, picnic tables, and a grill.

The outdoor seating area.Talia Lakritz/Insider

Adrienne also planted Dolly Parton roses next to the camper as a tribute to its namesake.

A Dolly Parton rose.Talia Lakritz/Insider

Inside, the sitting area was decorated with Dolly Parton's records and photos.

The sitting area inside the RV.Talia Lakritz/Insider

The guest book on the table was full of recommendations for things to do and places to eat around Maryville.

The guestbook and key.Talia Lakritz/Insider

The kitchen was surprisingly spacious and well-stocked.

The kitchen.Talia Lakritz/Insider

A kitchen towel on the oven encouraged me to "Pour myself a cup of ambition."

A Dolly Parton-themed kitchen towel.Talia Lakritz/Insider

The sleeping area featured more Dolly Parton-themed art and a bedazzled electric guitar.

The sleeping area in the Dolly Parton-themed RV.Talia Lakritz/Insider

One of my favorite details was this Dolly Parton quilt of her many album covers.

A Dolly Parton quilt.Talia Lakritz/Insider

The sleeping area also had a little vanity nook tucked into the corner.

A little vanity nook in the sleeping area.Talia Lakritz/Insider

The bathroom was a bit cramped, but had everything I needed.

The bathroom in the Dolly Parton-themed RV.Talia Lakritz/Insider

Even the bathroom decor kept with the Dolly Parton theme.

A sign in the bathroom.Talia Lakritz/Insider

As I settled in for the night, I felt like I was out camping in my own "Tennessee Mountain Home" like the one Parton sings about.

The RV at night.Talia Lakritz/Insider

The next morning, I poured myself a cup of ambition in a Dolly Parton mug and headed off to Dollywood.

A Dolly Parton mug.Talia Lakritz/Insider

I'd recommend Dolly's Fantasy Camper to any Dolly Parton fan.

The author in Dolly's Fantasy Camper.Talia Lakritz/Insider

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