8051 Forbidden Plateau Rd
Courtenay
V9J 1L2
$895,000
Residential
beds: 2
baths: 2.0
1,598 sq. ft.
built: 1972
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- 1004530
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Year Built:
- 1972
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Welcome to your mountain escape on legendary Forbidden Plateau!
This .35-acre alpine haven features a meticulously engineered A-frame home designed to far exceed building codes in structure, seismic safety, & energy efficiency. From Metal Siding and roofing to triple-pane Euroline windows & R50 insulation, no detail has been spared. Enjoy Schluter heated tile floors, soundproofed upper/lower suites, & high-end appliances including Bosch, Kalia, & Blaze King.
Custom cedar siding "Shou Sugi Ban" — pairs beautifully with decks framed in old-growth yellow cedar. Starlink internet, a new septic system, drilled well, HRV, hot water on demand, & low utilities make full-time or part-time living effortless.
The lower space offers income potential with Airbnb permitted, separate access, & premium finishings. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, a luxury base for adventure, or a high-quality income property — this cabin is truly unforgettable.
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Type:
- Single Family Residence
- Year built:
- 1972 (Age: 53)
- Living Area:
- 1,597.84 sq. ft.
- Listing General Location:
- CV Courtenay West, Comox Valley
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2.0 (Full:-/Half:-)
- Lot Size:
- 15,246 sq. ft.
- Kitchens:
- 2
- Home Style:
- Cottage/Cabin
- Taxes:
- $1,114.89 / 2024
- Building Features:
- Bike Storage
- Construction:
- Insulation All, Metal Siding
- New Construction:
- No
- Basement:
- None
- Foundation:
- Concrete Perimeter
- Electricity:
- Yes
- Roof:
- Metal
- Other Structures:
- Storage Shed, Workshop
- Floor finish:
- Concrete, Tile, Wood
- Total Building Area:
- 1,597.84 sq. ft.
- Total Unfinished Area:
- 0 sq. ft.
- # Bedrooms or Dens Total:
- 2
- # Main Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Second Level Bedrooms:
- 1
- # Third Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bedrooms:
- 1
- # Other Level Bedrooms:
- 0
- # Main Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Second Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Third Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Lower Level Bathrooms:
- 1
- # Other Level Bathrooms:
- 0
- # Main Level Kitchens:
- 1
- # Second Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Third Level Kitchens:
- 0
- # Lower Level Kitchens:
- 1
- # Other Level Kitchens:
- 0
- Living Area Lower Floor:
- 781.15 sq. ft.
- Living Area Main Floor:
- 776.71 sq. ft.
- Living Area Other Floor:
- 39.98 sq. ft.
- Living Area 2nd Floor:
- 0 sq. ft.
- Living Area 3rd Floor:
- 55.89 sq. ft.
- Fireplaces:
- 1
- Fireplace Details:
- Wood Burning Stove
- Laundry Features:
- In House, In Unit
- Water supply:
- Well: Shallow
- Sewer:
- Septic System
- Cooling:
- Other
- Heating:
- Radiant Floor, Wood
- Fireplace:
- Yes
- Warranty:
- No
- Breakfast Nook, Closet Organizer, Eating Area, French Doors, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Workshop
- Vinyl Frames, Wood Frames
- Balcony/Deck, Fencing: Partial, Low Maintenance Yard
- Mountain(s)
- Split Level
- 0
- Yes
- No
- Unrestricted
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
- Main Floor
- Entrance
- 9' × 8'2"
- Main Floor
- Kitchen
- 19'1" × 15'
- Main Floor
- Living Room
- 23'2" × 14'1"
- 2nd Floor
- Bedroom
- 9'10" × 7'5"
- 2nd Floor
- Loft
- 8'2" × 5'
- Lower Level
- Bedroom
- 12'6" × 11'10"
- Lower Level
- Kitchen
- 14'1" × 9'5"
- Lower Level
- Living Room
- 10'8" × 8'10"
- Lower Level
- Storage
- 6'1" × 4'11"
- Lower Level
- Workshop
- 17'1" × 13'3"
- Floor
- Ensuite
- Pieces
- Other
- Main Floor
- No
- 4
- 9'4" x 5'4" 4-Piece
- Lower Level
- No
- 3
- 5'2" x 10'3" 3-Piece
- Assessed:
- 322500.0
- Assessment year:
- 2025
- Jurisdiction name:
- Courtenay Rural (771)
- Legal Description:
- LOT I, BLOCK 249, PLAN VIP21286, COMOX LAND DISTRICT
- Zoning:
- R-1
- Number of 2 piece baths:
- 0
- Number of 3 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 4 piece baths:
- 1
- Number of 5 piece baths:
- 0
- Number of 2 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Number of 3 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Number of 4 piece Ensuites:
- 0
- Leased Equipment:
- Propane Tank
- Other Equipment:
- Propane Tank, Satellite Dish, Other Improvements
- Occupancy:
- Vacant
- Property Condition:
- Updated/Remodeled
- Utilities:
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available
- Exposure / Faces:
- South
- Layout:
- Split Entry
- Lot Site Features:
- Cleared, Family-Oriented Neighbourhood, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Park Setting, Private, Quiet Area, Recreation Nearby, Rural Setting, Serviced, Southern Exposure, In Wooded Area
- Attached Garage:
- No
- Carport Spaces:
- 0
- Garage Spaces:
- 0
- Garage:
- No
- Parking Features:
- Additional Parking, Driveway, On Street, Open, RV Access/Parking
- Total Parking Spaces:
- 6
- Road Surface Type:
- Unimproved
- Date Listed:
- Jun 27, 2025
- Original Price:
- 895000.0
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Forbidden Plateau Paradise -
Comox Lake in the distance
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Shou Sugi Ban - Preserving & Strengthening your home
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Wood shed on the right. Saved the tree!
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Second driveway for all the toys and guests
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Old Growth Yellow Cedar deck
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Fenced main area
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Gorgeous landscaping
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Covered guest patio
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Enjoy the outdoors 365
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Shipping Container storage
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Outdoor shower to wash the mud off after a big ride
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Custom glass A Frame. Duradek with Italian stone on top
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Soaring pines surround you on this perfect deck
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driveway is 6" oc 30MPA concrete with 1/2" rebar grid & wire mesh
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Smores tonight?
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Blaze King Woodstove with Catalytic converter. 14hr burn.
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Main level loft
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Entryway and Mud room
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Main Floor Kids Loft
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Bosch Appliances
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Bronze sink and faucet
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Butcher Block countertops
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In floor heating
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Guest room
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Guest accommodations
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Convection cooktop, dishwasher, fridge/freezer drawer w ice maker.
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Guests have their own laundry
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Rain shower & wand. Illuminated mirror. Floating vanity & toilet
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Outdoor lifestyle is calling
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Woodshop
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Services. HRV, Hot water on demand, Well filters and UV, In floor radiant heating. 200 AMP service. 50AMP EV charging
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Data was last updated July 12, 2025 at 06:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 20
- Avg list price:
- $998,950
- Min list price:
- $334,700
- Max list price:
- $1,925,000
- Avg days on market:
- 33
- Min days on market:
- 2
- Max days on market:
- 162
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $525.7
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
CV Courtenay West. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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- RE/MAX Ocean Pacific Realty (Crtny)
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