Looking for an efficient, thoughtfully designed home in the heart of Cumberland? This unique 1,000 sqft, 2-bedroom rancher was custom-built by an English craftsman with comfort and efficiency in mind. Features include a heat pump, air exchange system, heated crawl space for storage, and a cozy gas fireplace. The versatile 234 sqft semi-finished garage offers potential for a home office, gym, hobby space, or extra living area and connects to the greenhouse. A covered carport with Hardi-plank siding provides dry access on rainy Vancouver Island days. Outside, the south-facing garden features raised beds, berries, apple and other fruit trees, rain barrels, and a garden shed. An attached sunroom and patio are perfect for morning coffee or relaxing year-round. Set on a manageable 0.12-acre lot within walking or biking distance of Cumberland’s shops, cafés, pubs, trails, and amenities, this distinctive home offers comfort, character, and a fantastic village lifestyle.