10/10 Excellent
Samantha C.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cumberland Birthday Celebration
Samantha C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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Rare Gem - 'The Camp House'
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7214 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pool
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Cumberland, BC
- Vancouver Island Visitor Centre6 min drive
- Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre12 min drive
- Nymph Falls Regional Nature Park24 min drive
- Courtenay, BC (YCA-Courtenay Airpark)11 min drive
Room options
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.
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
____________________________________________________________________________
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
____________________________________________________________________________
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.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Cumberland Dog Park. An outdoor pool is available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
- Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
- Free WiFi
- Take a swim in the outdoor pool
- Amenities include a car charging station and a terrace
- Just a 2-minute drive from Cumberland Dog Park and 6 minutes from Vancouver Island Visitor Centre
As a guest of Rare Gem - 'The Camp House', you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Rare Gem - 'The Camp House' also features a garden and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property manager
Paulina
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
- Outdoor pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Heated bathroom floor
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Netflix
- Smart TV
- Stereo
- Streaming services
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service
Location highlights
- In a village
- In the city centre
- In the mountains
- Near the bay
- Near the sea
- On a lake
- On a river
Things to do
- Basketball nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Bulk dispensers for toiletries
- Composting
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Electric car charging station
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Reusable coffee/tea filters
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Towels (changed on request)
- Unit size: 2,300 square feet
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
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Rare Gem - 'The Camp House' Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Patrick N.
11 Oct 2022
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.
Patrick N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Henry L.
19 Aug 2022
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.
Henry L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brita N.
17 Aug 2022
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.
Brita N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
John W.
28 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful property, would stay again. Well equipped and great location.
John W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Colleen & Darryl Y., Surrey
21 Jul 2022
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.
Colleen & Darryl Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anita G.
21 Jul 2022
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.
Anita G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
mg g.
23 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Cumberland retreat
Great home away from home! Beautiful appointed home with lots of comfy nooks to rest & relax. Highly recommended
mg g.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021