Camper looks small, but it completely transforms when the handle is pulled

Recreational vehicles offer the thrill of the open road and a sense of adventure about their final destinations. Unfortunately, their sheer size means that most people simply don't have the space to keep a large RV parked at their residences. That's why this camper is special.

It's called the Gidget Retro Camper, and it was created by an Australian developer. From the outside, it doesn't look all that big — that is, until she pulls on the handle.

To start, the camper expands outward, as pictured below.

The camper has a television entertainment set and a kitchen complete with a sink and refrigerators.

There's enough space for you to kick back and enjoy a good book while on the road.

Some models even include showers with hot water. Powered by solar panels, they're great options for people looking to reduce their carbon footprints.

Pay close attention as the woman in the video below reveals the rear portion of the camper. The rear camper shell can double as an overhang that provides shade in the sun and shelter in the rain for whoever ends up cooking out back.

If you're camping somewhere windy, an accessory windshield (not shown in the video) is available to protect whatever you end up cooking on the stovetop.

The Gidget's best feature is that it won't break the bank. While the average brand-new RV costs more than $100,000, the Gidget seems positively reasonable, retailing at only $15,000.