{"id":475,"date":"2022-05-28T04:51:58","date_gmt":"2022-05-28T04:51:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/2022\/05\/28\/buy-your-own-private-island-5-fantastic-isles-up-for-sale-right-now\/"},"modified":"2022-05-28T04:51:58","modified_gmt":"2022-05-28T04:51:58","slug":"buy-your-own-private-island-5-fantastic-isles-up-for-sale-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/2022\/05\/28\/buy-your-own-private-island-5-fantastic-isles-up-for-sale-right-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Buy Your Own Private Island: 5 Fantastic Isles Up for Sale Right Now"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Life on a private island sounds pretty, pretty good right about now.<\/p>\n

Public service announcement: You don\u2019t have to travel to the Caribbean or pay multiple millions to own your own island. There are a number of them currently for sale on U.S. waterways.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re not all tropical paradises, but a forested island offers up charms of its own. A solitary home on a remote spit of land can be relaxing as well\u2014and one that doesn\u2019t require expensive airfare.<\/p>\n\n

To make your dream a reality, we dove into nationwide listings and found a quintet of islands available for sale. These offerings all provide a little something to fantasize about over the long holiday weekend.<\/p>\n

7415 Austin Dr, Milton, FL<\/a><\/h2>\n

Price: $1,675,000
\n<\/strong>Pretty in the panhandle:<\/strong> Surrounded by the waters of Blackwater Bay, this 2.12-acre island comes with a one-bedroom, 1,170-square-foot home. It sits along Florida\u2019s panhandle close to the city of Pensacola<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Built by the original owners in 1981, the residence features a spacious loft bedroom above the main living space. There are 1,000 feet of shoreline, from which an owner can cast a line at any hour of the day or night.<\/p>\n

Milton, FL<\/p>\n

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Goodwin Island, West Gardiner, ME<\/a><\/h2>\n

Price: $799,900<\/strong>
\nFamily fun in Maine: <\/strong>Located in the middle of Cobbosseeconte Lake, this island offers up the quintessential Maine experience. Even if you didn\u2019t grow up in the Northeast, you\u2019ve likely dreamt of whiling away the summer in a remote, wooded area where hiking and fishing are the main events.<\/p>\n

This 22-acre property includes the island plus 2 acres on the mainland. The island comes with two rustic cottages as well as several bunkhouses, so the whole family can gather on the property. It\u2019s also covered with rolling woodlands with walking paths throughout, so the opportunities for adventures are nearly unlimited.<\/p>\n

West Gardiner, ME<\/p>\n

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2 Hermit Is, Moultonborough, NH<\/a><\/h2>\n

Price: $3,349,000
\n<\/strong>Happy hermit habitation:<\/strong> On the market for the first time in four decades, Hermit Island in Lake Winnipesaukee doesn\u2019t\u00a0really<\/em> require you to live an isolated and lonely life. The 2-acre isle sits just 200 feet from the shore.<\/p>\n

The deal includes a parcel of land on the mainland with a garage and boat docks. There are 1,300 feet of waterfront on the island, along with four boat slips and a recently renovated home.<\/p>\n

The rustic residence features a new kitchen and bathrooms and a new roof, deck, and flooring. There\u2019s year-round electricity and high-speed internet via an underwater cable. You\u2019d likely be the happiest hermit ever.<\/p>\n

Moultonborough, NH<\/p>\n

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Cliff Dr Lot 19, Sunrise Beach, MO<\/a><\/h2>\n

Price: $1,000,000
\n<\/strong>Build your own retreat: <\/strong>This is an opportunity to make your own magic in Missouri. Although there\u2019s no house on this 1-acre island, there is<\/em>\u00a0a partial foundation, a partial seawall, and a permit for a dock.<\/p>\n

The isle features 880 feet of lakefront, awe-inspiring views, gentle terrain, and electricity. One of the main things this island has going for it is its location in a popular resort area with eateries and bars just a quick boat ride away.<\/p>\n

Sunrise Beach, MO<\/p>\n

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21660 Overseas Hwy Fl Key, Summerland Key, FL<\/a><\/h2>\n

Price: $2,999,999
\n<\/strong>Backyard island:<\/strong> Here\u2019s a chance to own a gorgeous oceanfront home on the mainland that\u2019s big enough for the extended family.<\/p>\n

Best of all? If folks act up, you can banish them to the island known as Little Crab Key, just a short boat ride from the backyard beach.<\/p>\n

The 1-acre island is largely undeveloped but brims with jungle foliage. It is also available for $500,000.<\/p>\n

The 5,325-square-foot, six-bedroom house on the Florida coast features a pool, private beach, and tropical landscaping. Yes, there are palm trees and orchids. It\u2019s an ideal escape for you or your short-term rental guests, because it\u2019s located a mere 15 miles from Key West<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Summerland Key, FL<\/p>\n

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