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Rare Gem - 'The Camp House'

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rare Gem - 'The Camp House'

Unique heritage restoration meets modern sustainable design.

Originally built in 1889, this historic, avant-garde abode features passive solar architecture and forest views for design enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Nestled at the foot of a vast mountain trail network and a short two-minute walk from the vibrant downtown core, explore all of what legendary Cumberland has to offer while enjoying a curated, luxury experience.

Licence #: 0000655
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Enjoy the following:

‣ Boutique furnishings and custom furniture
‣ Fully equipped Pro-style kitchen
‣ Vancouver Island marble surfaces
‣ Heated concrete floor & sun room
‣ Wood stove (recreational use)
‣ High-ceilings throughout
‣ Individually temperature controlled bedrooms
‣ Wool-filled duvets and 100% cotton sheets
‣ Marble tile bathroom with soaker tub & heated floor
‣ Expansive wrap around deck & terrace
‣ Garden patio for seasonal dining
‣ Natural pool for seasonal swimming and winter cold plunges
‣ Outdoor fire pit
‣ Bluetooth Pro sound system
‣ Smart TV (includes Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney+)

We pride ourselves on excellent service.

Direct inquiries can be sent to:

camp house 1889 at

G Male

Dot

Calm
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Cumberland was once home to one of the biggest coal mining operations in BC.

‘Camp Road’ was originally built in the late 1800's as temporary housing for European coal miners.

Today a thriving community of artists, athletes and eccentrics, each house on the street has developed a unique flavour and character.

Located at the foot of our beloved Community Forest - a gateway to an extensive network of trails - you can walk, bike or drive to the beautiful vistas of Comox Lake.

Winter activities (as well as year-round mountain biking and hiking) are only 20-30 minutes away at Forbidden Plateau or Mt. Washington.

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Getting Around:
250m from main trailhead and downtown core.
3.9km to the beaches of glacier-fed Comox lake.
7.4km to ocean and boating activities.
15min drive to Nymph Falls Nature Park on the Puntledge River.
20-30min drive to skiing, hiking and cycling on Forbidden Plateau and Mt. Washington.

Property manager

Paulina

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Rare Gem 'the Camp House'
Rare Gem - 'the Camp House' Cumberland
Rare Gem - 'the Camp House' Private vacation home
Rare Gem - 'the Camp House' Private vacation home Cumberland

About the neighborhood

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Cumberland, BC

What's nearby

  • Vancouver Island Visitor Centre - 6 min drive
  • Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community - 16 min drive
  • St. Joseph General Hospital - 16 min drive
  • Comox Ferry Terminal - 22 min drive
  • Mount Washington Alpine Resort - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Comox, BC (YQQ-Comox Valley) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tin Town Barbers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Grind - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sehmi Japanese Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rare Gem - 'The Camp House' have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rare Gem - 'The Camp House' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rare Gem - 'The Camp House'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rare Gem - 'The Camp House'?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rare Gem - 'The Camp House' located?

Located in the heart of Cumberland, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Cumberland Dog Park and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Vancouver Island Visitor Centre. Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre and Courtenay and District Memorial Outdoor Pool are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Rare Gem - 'The Camp House' Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cumberland Birthday Celebration
I ahighly recommend the Camp House! Paulina is responsive, friendly, and offers stellar service excellence! I hope to return to this space in the future, very clean, fresh, loads of light, natural scenery, walkable, quiet, and beautiful. I had the perfect birthday celebration at the Camp House!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cumberland MTB Retreat @ the Camphouse
The Camphouse is a beautiful home, and easily one of the most comfortable places I've stayed. Paulina was a breeze to communicate with, and the home had everything we needed for a great get away. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Henry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time
Great property for a family reunion. The space was perfect for our needs and we enjoyed the space and the small town of Cumberland. Local woodland lakes, bars and restaurants all very good. Thanks for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brita N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Group stay
This place is amazing! It was beautiful and well suited for a large group. Everyone who went are already thinking of trips back. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful property, would stay again. Well equipped and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen & Darryl Y., Surrey

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Home
The house is very comfortable and stylish. Beautiful design. The owners were great to deal with and easy to reach. Walking distance to everything in Cumberland and great walking and biking trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and convenient
4 of us stayed here for a writing retreat and we found it a beautiful place conveniently located walking distance to beautiful forest trails, restaurants and museum. All the amenities but also access to get away from it all. The house itself feels like it should be in Architectural Digest or some such. It does stand out quite a bit amongst the more modest neighborhood houses (which maybe accounts for the surliness of 1 neighbour we encountered when we turned around in their driveway and they came out to tell us that was private property - but this didn’t really impact our stay for the rest of the 3 days) A few minor things were missing - eg we ran out of hand soap and dishwasher pucks, and there was no hand-washing dish soap, but the folks doing the property management told us to co tact them if we needed anything, so that was on us that we didn’t communicate to ask them while we were there. They are lovely people and the property owner was very prompt in all communications. Would highly recommend for a writing retreat or a splurge if you like access to beautiful trails, quaint town and cool architecture.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mg g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cumberland retreat
Great home away from home! Beautiful appointed home with lots of comfy nooks to rest & relax. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021