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Schloss Island, British Columbia
On the wild and epic west coast of British Columbia’s beautiful Vancouver Island, it’s a rare thing to find a private island available for purchase. Perhaps the only such property currently on the market, Schloss Island is a spectacular large island found sheltered within Quatsino Sound, only seven miles
from the Pacifi c Ocean and close to the village of Winter Harbour. Just a 1000 yards from a boat dock on shore and accessible by helicopter, float plane and byboat, this piece of BC paradise feels a million miles from civilization, but is in reality, highly accessible and convenient to amenities.
Own the Next 5-Star Maldives Island Resort
The waters of the Indian Ocean are crystal clear, stretching out to the horizon in an almost impossible shade of blue – few islands dot this vast expanse, but just south west of Sri Lanka, you’ll discover a stunningly beautiful archipelago – and the most exclusive location for private island resorts in the world. Welcome to the Republic of the Maldives, a group of 26 coral atolls hosting almost 1200 sand-dusted islands and islets.
Monk’s Island, North Carolina
The sandy beaches and waving palms of Florida are often considered the paradise of the United States mainland - but just a little further north, a warm and sunny haven offers another unforgettable experience of America’s coastal charms. The Intracoastal Waterway is a 3,000-mile body of water that meanders along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts, [...]
Escape to the Conch Republic: Islands of the Florida Keys
Proving that you don’t need to travel far to find a perfect sun-swept tropical isle, the Florida Keys offer Americans an exotic getaway right in their own backyard.
Cottage Living on the Isle of Mews
Dotted with small lakes and charming towns, the Monadnock region of Southern New Hampshire is one of the region’s top spots for that favourite of summer activities – cottaging. Surrounded by woodlands and wildlife yet with many small towns and amenities, this picturesque New England area offers it all. And in one of its pure [...]
Yadua Island, Fiji
What comes to mind when you think of Fiji? An exaltation of colourful exotic birds, and twisting vines dripping with large, fragrant flowers. Romantic, candlelit dinners against a backdrop of mountain peaks and brilliant ocean sunsets. Smiling, friendly locals greeting you every way you turn with a melodious “Bula”. And of course, some of the [...]
The Mysterious Paradise of Palawan
Certain particularly beautiful tropical islands brighten the desktops of thousands of computers around the world –extraordinary rocky shapes jutting out of the sea, adorned with sparkling beaches and covered in rich green jungle. These islands are exotic, compelling and like nothing else on earth. But as the staff at Private Islands Inc. can attest, the question on hundreds of people’s minds is - where on earth are they?
Do You Have what it Takes to Own a Private Island?
The challenges of island ownership often require a certain kind of personality; driven, entrepreneurial and capable of doing what it takes to survive away from civilization. Do you measure up?
Private Paradises Close to Home
From the picturesque Great Lakes down to the tropical Florida Keys, private islands in the USA and Canada are as diverse as the people who own them. Featured here are a selection of “close to home” private islands currently available for sale between US $1M and $8M. North America is by far the largest private [...]
Faith Hill and Tim McGraw’s Private Island
You might imagine country music royalty preferring to relax on an old-school American horse ranch, but New Country stars Faith Hill and Tim McGraw are actually king and queen of their own Bahamian island. Their piece of paradise is located in the rapidly growing Exumas, home to many luxury resorts, quaint towns and the island [...]