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When you walk around The Ridge community in Courtenay these days, you'll see many beautiful and creative lights displays to celebrate the Christmas season. This year, perhaps more so than ever, is an opportunity to be grateful for our families, our neighbours, and our community. For many of the homeowners here, living in The Ridge is truly a gift. Depending on the time of year, the panoramic views offer different landscapes of the Comox Glacier the mountains and of Comox Bay.

New home construction starts and real estate activity continues to be at its highest level ever at The Ridge. This master-planned community in the Comox Valley continues to welcome new residents to the area as new homes are completed. This is the perfect place to “be home for the holidays”.  

The preferred builders at The Ridge have reserved lots in Phase 3 and work with buyers to design a home that works for them and their stage of life. Is this home for a family? Or for retirement? Or for a family with adults that require independent space, such as a secondary or in-law suite? Builders often hear the phrase, “We are building our forever home here at The Ridge.”

Start your journey towards living at The Ridge. Contact one of their builders to find out more about building a new custom home or a quick-possession or move-in ready home on Vancouver Island:

Preferred Builders at The Ridge:

Lawmar Contracting | lawmar.ca
Lawrie McIntyre  Phone: 250.338.7637  Email: lawrie@lawmar.ca

Brando Construction | brandoconstruction.com
Realtor: Bill Anglin  Cell: 250.703.6119  Email:info@courtneyanglin.com

Coastal Custom Homes | coastalcustomhomes.ca
Dean Vershuur  Cell: 250.465.2205  Email: dean@coastalcustomhomes.ca

Candor Developments Inc. | candordevelopments.ca
Isaac Bale  Cell: 250.702.7339  Email: info@candordevelopments.ca

Grand Legacy Homes
Wayne Schick  Cell: 250.702.2251  Email: wayne@grandlegacy.ca

Integra Homes has been building new homes in the Crown Isle community for many years and continue to build in the desirable neighbourhood of Cambridge Park Estates. This area of the Crown Isle community is particularly popular because of its close proximity to local shopping venues and for its golf course and mountain views. 

Their newest home in Cambridge Park Estates faces west, giving new homeowners a front row seat to the spectacular sunsets and mountain views. For outdoor enthusiasts, just outside your door a walking path weaves along the forested area at the back of this home, and throughout the neighbourhood. Bird watchers will love it here as they sight eagles, owls, and many types of other ducks and birds. 

This custom-designed Integra home features 1,887 sq. ft. on the main floor and 355 sq. ft. on the upper floor. A spacious and welcoming foyer opens up to the large great room accented by a vaulted ceiling and a gas fireplace. The kitchen boasts beautiful quartz countertops, a tile backsplash, soft hinge close cabinetry and a walk-in butler’s pantry.

From the open dining area, you have access to the outdoor covered patio which you can enjoy twelve months of the year. Your living space is now extended to include a large patio area of 19 feet.

The master bedroom is tucked away at the rear of the home, providing a quiet sanctuary to relax in. A large soaker tub and a separate stand alone tiled shower are part of the spacious ensuite that also includes double sinks and a heated tile floor. Enjoy the backdrop of the forested area at the rear of the property.

Additional highlights include an extra bedroom or study area on the main floor, as well as the four-piece bathroom and large vaulted flex room on the upper level.

We look after the details of building a home with quality and care focusing on your lifestyle, health and wellbeing. We build homes that combine a West Coast design with classic, clean lines delivering casual elegance throughout the home.

All Integra Homes include engineered hardwood flooring, contemporary lighting and impeccable finishing. A full landscaping package is included with this home and includes an automated underground sprinkler system, a fully fenced backyard and a two-car garage. 

If you are thinking of building a custom home in Courtenay, BC, Integra Homes has two additional premier lots reserved on Crown Isle Drive in Cambridge Park Estates, one of the most desirable neighbourhoods in the Crown Isle Community. 

For more information or to request a private viewing of the showhome, please contact: Debra Barnie, Office Manager at debrabarnie@gmail.com. They welcome the opportunity to talk with you! 

The team at Budget Blinds on Vancouver Island would like to wish their clients and the communities they serve a safe and healthy holiday season.

In a year like no other, Budget Blinds has continued to provide Vancouver Island residents with the great service they are known for, with a number of safety modifications in place, for both their staff and customers.

Budget Blinds is well known for their in-person complimentary consultations with their in-house designers. These are still available in-person, or if you prefer, arrange a virtual consultation.

And as always, Budget Blinds’ selection covers all price points and styles. From partnerships with famous brands like Hunter Douglas to their own in-house brands, you’ll find a style that meets your budget and your window coverings needs. From curtain to shutters, and from automation to unique window shapes, they’ve got you covered!

Contact Budget Blinds today:

Call Budget Blinds today at any one of their three Vancouver Island locations:

Cowichan Valley

Call: 250.924.0249

Nanaimo-Oceanside

Call 250.751.8564

North Island - Courtenay

250.338.8564

Developers and builders at The Ridge in Courtenay have noticed a trend of more and more people are relocating to the Comox Valley from lagrer urban centres. Familes and retirees are moving to enjoy the small-city charm, while still having access to all of the important amenities - including a new hospital, North Island College, a variety of shopping venues and the Comox Valley Airport. 

The Comox Valley on Vancouver Island is considered one of the most desirable places in Canada to live due to its close proximity to the ocean and many beaches, its mild climate and limitless year-round recreational options, all of which are available just a short walk, pedal or drive away. The Ridge is located in Courtenay, which is well known for having some of the warmest and most temperate weather in Canada. As a result, the area enjoys warm, dry summers and experiences mild, rainy winters with little to no snow. 

Real estate activity has been brisk on Vancouver Island for several months, with the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board reporting that sales of single-family homes increased in November 2020 by 33 per cent over November 2019. Rising home sales are due to a combination of factors, including extremely low interest rates, a lack of inventory and the lifestyle trend of families working and studying from home. 

The builders at The Ridge know that people are thinking ahead to next year, and considering the move to a new home, or even a new community for the Christmas season in 2021.

Now is the perfect time to consider building a new custom home at The Ridge. Developers have just released 61 new lots in Phase 3B that are available through their preferred builders. Take a tour of this phase via aerial video and you can see the stunning ocean views from The Ridge. 

Interested in finding out more about building a custom home? Contact one of the preferred builders who will work with you to design and build a custom home that suits your lifestyle. Come by and take a drive through this welcoming community. You will soon find out why residents “Love Living at The Ridge”.