Tis not that I am picky, but I like to roleplay and fitting all of my weapons, misc, and armor into a tiny box just doesn't work for me. I like to have each category in a different container, and the armor/weapon one has to be a bit bigger. I can improvise, but a couple boxes really doesn't cut it for me.
Actually, sounds pretty picky to me...
Anyway, that's probably your best bet. There's a prospector rest stop type area in the south-east area of the map, which has a campfire outside, a bunch of beds inside and lots of storage spots. There's a kitchen inside as well, though I'm not sure if there's any water. Downside is, it's kinda off the beaten path and I think there maybe enemies that spawn right in that area (Jackals or whatever the gang is, and maybe Super Mutants a valley or two away).
I really wish there was a campfire in the Novac motel courtyard area, along with some easily accessible workbenches in the immediate area. I don't craft in my current playthrough, but would like to at least give it a shot in future playthroughs.