$70,000 · 1951 Spartan Royal Mansion Travel Trailer

Dubbed “Miss Magnolia”, this Spartan beauty is move in ready! It has been lovingly restored and maintained and comes with nearly all original décor and appliances; all appliances work. It has been protected by a tin roof shelter for over a decade. Tires have been covered and not exposed to the sun. This Spartan Royal Mansion has been meticulously restored to its original glory. The exterior was polished to a mirror shine in 2012. It currently has a patina which many find desirable. Polisher can be included for those who wish to bring it back the shine. Step inside and be transported back to the 1950s with beautifully crafted wood paneling and original vintage fixtures. The living area (the observation lounge) features a comfortable seating area with new reproduction upholstery and drapery and built-in bar/vanity and display-storage. Divan couch doubles as a couch by day and bed by night. The kitchen is equipped with all original gas stove and refrigerator, double sink, and original cabinetry. Dinette folds down into a bed. The bedroom includes a cozy double bed with storage underneath and built-in wardrobes. The bathroom features the original shower, macerating toilet, and sink (all working) with original fixtures. Can potentially sleep 4-6 with ample storage throughout. Also included is a reproduction awning. These trailers were "park models" designed to hook up directly to utilities and typically did not include holding tanks. Was previously hooked up directly to septic, water and electric and used as a fully functional guesthouse on Protection Island. It has been updated with modern electrical and plumbing systems to ensure safety and convenience. The tin roof shelter has been dismantled and will be included with the sale at no cost if desired. This trailer is currently on Protection Island, Nanaimo, BC. A passenger ferry (foot passengers only - no vehicles) is available to travel to the island from downtown Nanaimo for viewings. Info on the ferry can be found at: https://www.dinghydockpub.com/protection-island-ferry-schedule/ A private boat ride can be arranged if needed. Miss Magnolia is ready for her next adventure or to become your new home, guesthouse, or vacation rental! Serious inquiries only. Preferably, viewings will be arranged on weekday evenings or weekends. If necessary, a weekday viewing can be arranged. More details: Produced by the Spartan Aircraft Company of Tulsa Oklahoma Net Weight is listed as 2800kgs GVW body length is 31’8” overall length is 33’7” The trailer comes with all original marketing materials and manuals. Fun fact: this year and model trailer (fully modernized up to RV-code) sold on Sotheby's in 2019 for $351,000 USD. If you’re up for an auction adventure the possibilities are endless! Link to Sotheby's: https://rmsothebys.com/auctions/az19/lots/r0052-1951-spartan-royal-mansion/#/smallgallery_1200965 In the spirit of full disclosure, there are a few minor issues that are easily repairable: 1. One cracked window in the dinette. 2. Was a minor leak in the bathroom (no damage) that requires repair 3. Kerosene heater works, but would need cleaning.