Cumberland was a booming coal mining community founded in the late 1800's attracting workers from Europe, China and Japan. Today, many heritage buildings have been restored along the main street. Just steps from the village, Comox Lake and the surrounding area provides excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, camping, hiking, rock climbing, and mountain biking. Real estate opportunities are also diverse in this tiny community and the cost of owning a Vancouver Island home is very affordable in Cumberland. The new buyer has a selection of heritage homes, existing homes and new homes to choose from, many offering mountain views. Many homes are available starting from approximately $300,000. Cumberland is considered one of the three communites that are known as the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island; Comox and Courtenay are the other two.
Robannah Developments Ltd. is certified under the Built Green Society of Canada and integrates energy efficiency measures and healthy materials into each home. The commitment is to build in the most economically and environmentally sustainable manner possible. Shawn Vincent of Robannah Developments Ltd. has 25 years’ experience in constructing custom homes and commercial buildings.
Steam Engine Estates is a quality built patio home and townhouse real estate development located in the historic Village of Cumberland in the beautiful Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. This patio home and town house project consists of 50 new homes with quick access to Mt. Washington, local shopping and the Comox Airport. There are three floor plans to choose from ranging in size from 1254 to 1438 sq. ft. Prices start at $ $229,900. These homes are a must see for anyone looking for a quiet residential neighbourhood to live in, to use as a vacation home or an investment as it offers quality at an affordable price.