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The Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park is a fascinating history and contemporary guide to the former home and property of logging magnate and millionaire Robert Filberg and his wife Florence. In a combination of stunning photographs and lively text, the 50-page, full colour book highlights the rustic elegance of the Filberg’s handcrafted home, the varied and distinctive features of the lush, nine-acre waterfront property and, of course, the lives of the Filbergs themselves. Work began on the lodge in 1929. An innovative use of local wood and stone with unique hand-finished details created a one-of-a-kind residence that is as inviting today as it was 80 years ago. The grounds, now a mix of meadows and treed areas, contain rare and exotic trees, extensive flowerbeds and a thriving herb garden. When Robert Filberg died in 1977, he left his property and a multi-million dollar trust fund to the Vancouver Foundation. Two years later, with the assistance of the Vancouver Foundation and numerous Comox Valley residents, the lodge and property was purchased by the Town of Comox. The site now serves as the setting for the annual Filberg Festival, as well as a venue for art shows, concerts, weddings and other events. The lodge and property were granted heritage status in 1979. The Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park is published by the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association and retails for $16.95. Paula Wild has written more than 1,000 articles for various periodicals and is the author of numerous books, including The Comox Valley: Courtenay, Comox, Cumberland & Area. Carl Tessmann has lived and worked in the Comox Valley since 2005. His photographs are published regularly in the Comox Valley Record and the Comox Valley Visitors’ Guide, as well as appearing in a multitude of online and print publications locally and abroad. The Design and Layout of the book is by Tyra Newsom of In Focus Design. A full service publishing and design studio located in the Comox Valley. To Purchase the book please contact the Lodge Directly(www.filberg.com), or visit Laughing Oyster Books in Courtenay or Blue Heron Books in Comox. |
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