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3,300 Sq. Ft. Home Ready for Sale in April, 2022

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The past two years have changed how we think about our homes. The need to work, study and even exercise from home have all changed the way we live every day. At Coastal Custom Homes, we are meeting the needs of families by building new homes that can be customized to suit our owners’ lifestyles, both today and into the future.  5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms for the Main Home Area We are nearing completion on a large, rancher walkout home in the Comox Valley. Our newest home is located on Lot 13 in Phase 3B at The Ridge in Courtenay,…

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March 8, 2022
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A Testimonial from Sandra, Eric, Alex and Quinn

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The story of how this family found themselves to be living at The Ridge in Courtenay started with a job transfer. Eric had the opportunity to work in the Comox Valley and so the search for a new home was underway.  Sandra and Eric have been married for 25 years. They lived in Edmonton, Alberta most of their lives before relocating to Courtenay with their two small rescue dogs. Their daughter Alex is 18 and is studying Kinesiology at University of Victoria. Their son Quinn is 16 and is in Grade 11 at GP Vanier High School.  He plays hockey…

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February 9, 2022
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“Must Haves” for Custom Homes in 2022

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New custom home building trends are emerging as we enter 2022. Today’s new homes are doing double duty as home offices, study areas and gyms. With the continuous changes in our family and work lifestyle, new buyers seek to enhance their quality of life by integrating more multi-functional space in their homes.  We are custom home builders and we are passionate about every new home we build. We build every home as if we are building it for ourselves and our own family. This philosophy trickles down to every single team member, sub-trade and supplier. Thoughtful planning goes into each…

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January 15, 2022
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Is a New Home on Your Wish List for Christmas?

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Maybe all you want for Christmas is a new home and we can help to make that wish come true in 2022!  Our team works and lives in the Comox Valley and we have been making dreams come true for our clients for many years. We love where we live and we want our clients to love their new homes. We design each floorplan to provide flow and functionality, incorporating energy-efficient technology into all of our new homes. Many Options Available with this Home Currently, we are building another new home at The Ridge, a scenic neighbourhood located in South…

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December 8, 2021
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5 Bedroom Home with Legal Inlaw/Secondary Suite

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Are you looking for space and versatility in a new home? This 3,300 sq. ft. rancher-style home has both in spades. We’ve seen more families looking for separate and independent living areas within their homes, and have incorporated a one bedroom suite into our newest home at The Ridge. Perhaps you’ll want to offer the space to a family member, or you may want to use it for guests, or generate rental income from this legal suite.  West Coast Modern Rancher Blends with the Natural Surroundings The exterior and interior materials for this home have been carefully selected to integrate…

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November 23, 2021
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New Rancher Ready for Occupancy in Early 2022

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We have started construction on the West Coast style rancher at The Ridge in Courtenay, BC. This custom-designed Coastal Custom Homes floor plan features three bedrooms and two bathrooms spread out over 1,733 sq. ft. of open concept living. Designed with flow, functionality and comfort in mind, this home offers the perfect layout for any family. This beautifully finished home features nine-foot ceilings and 10-foot ceilings in the living room, a bright and sunny kitchen, custom-built kitchen cabinets and quartz countertops, elegant lighting in the kitchen and an open concept great room. The kitchen has an island that features an…

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October 5, 2021
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A Testimonial from a Happy Family at The Ridge

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Our team at Coastal Custom Homes is humbled by some of the comments we receive from our new homeowners. Here is a story shared by one of our newest clients, James, and his family: “Our family includes my wife, our children, ages 5 and 9 and my parents. We were living in the UK with my parents living on the Lower Mainland, and together we were looking for a place to relocate to on Vancouver Island, away from the hustle and bustle of the larger cities. “Before we purchased our home from Dean, we looked at other new homes at…

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August 18, 2021
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How to Choose a Custom Home Builder in the Comox Valley?

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Mike Holmes, is well known to Canadians for his “Make it Right” approach to home construction. On his website, he talks about how to choose a custom home builder that is right for you. Our team at Coastal Custom Homes shares the same values that Mike Holmes has developed over his career. 1. We work with you directly and answer questions thoroughly. We care about the vision that you have for your new custom home and we are here to help you achieve that goal. It is our job to answer all of your questions before, during and after your…

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July 30, 2021
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Higher Energy Efficiency = Lower Monthly Costs

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Coastal Custom Homes is proud of the energy efficiency we achieve in all of our new homes, exceeding the City of Courtenay’s Step Code 3 requirements. We recently completed construction on a new home that achieved Step 5 certification. Why is this important to the new home buyer? Let’s start with an explanation of the BC Energy Step Code. What is the BC Energy Step Code? In April 2017, the Province of BC adopted the BC Energy Step Code as a regulation that charts a course to ensure all new construction in the province is “net-zero energy ready” by 2032….

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June 27, 2021
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Home Features Buyers Want Most

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Today’s home buyers are seeking an open concept home design that is easy to maintain, helps them stay organized, and fits their lifestyle for 2021 and into the future. They also have a desire for additional space, privacy and energy efficiency. The Home Buyers Survey 2021, a poll conducted by online brokerage firm ZOLO, revealed home buyers’ needs and wants and how their focus has shifted during the pandemic. Despite health restrictions imposed by the pandemic, home buyers have shifted their priorities and have continued to buy new homes at a record pace. What features do home buyers want the…

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May 31, 2021
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