What started as a family getaway in upstate New York has been transformed into a showstopping 1951 Spartan Mansion. After years of making memories, the trailer was ready for a full restoration—and what a journey it’s had.
To prepare it for the cross-country trip, Colin Hyde in New York outfitted the Spartan with new axles, wheels, and tires. From there, owner Baldomero Fernandez drove it all the way to San Diego, where Denny Stone and the crew at So-Cal Vintage Trailer gave it a complete renovation. Now based in Los Angeles, the Spartan is living a glamorous second life as a mobile photo shoot location, green room, and makeup lounge. It’s already hosted models, talent, and even a celebrity or two.
Inside, the vintage shell hides a state-of-the-art interior:
Entertainment & Connectivity
- 43-inch 4K OLED TV with DirectTV satellite
- Onkyo 200-watt receiver with 7 Polk in-ceiling speakers + Yamaha subwoofer
- High-speed LTE WiFi for seamless streaming
Kitchen
- 6.4 cu. ft. under-counter refrigerator
- Miele 16,000 BTU cook-top
- 1,600-watt Speed Oven
Bath
- Full-size stainless steel shower with rainfall head
- Handmade Heath Ceramics tile on walls and floor
Interior Design
- New birch plywood walls and ceiling with hand-applied finish
- Infinity woven vinyl flooring
- Solid surface countertops
- Custom cabinetry with Lab Designs Tiger’s Eye finish
- Black Ultramatte dining table surface that resists fingerprints
Comfort
- Two rooftop air conditioners delivering a combined 28,500 BTU cooling power
This Spartan Mansion is a perfect example of how vintage trailers can be reimagined—not just as campers, but as versatile, modern spaces with a whole new purpose.
Owners: Baldomero & Steph Fernandez, Los Angeles, CA
Photos: Kenyon.co
