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9. Lower Birch Islands (Maine, US)

For this freehold listing, you get not one, but two islands that are valued at $2 million. One measures 23.6 acres and the other measures 4.4 acres. They feature plenty of natural plant and animal species. The most common trees are white birch, fir and pine that attract a wide variety of birds; including eagles. It also contains deer, terns and seals and can be seen at fairly low tides. The island already has a residential home that covers 570 square metres and an additional two outbuildings. Furthermore, when you buy it, you get a permit to add another four-bedroom house within the smaller island.

10. Squid Island (Nova Scotia, Canada)

This 12-acre island boasts of a freshwater pond, great grassy terrain and a sheltered sandy beach. It is located in Mahone Bay on the Bluennose Coast. The coast is popular for sailing, and that makes the island a great spot for family retreats. It is located barely one hour from Halifax’s Stanfield International Airport, and it is valued at $968,000.

In summary, the list above shows just how easy it has become for you to buy a private island. Your options range from Australian islands to islands that are as far as Canada. The choice is squarely yours.

Which island do you want to own?

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Clare Whitfield is the Editor of Stay at Home Mum and a recognised voice in practical home management for Australian families. Based in the northern suburbs of Sydney, she balances editorial leadership with life as a stay at home mum to two school age children. Her background in home economics and more than a decade of experience in recipe development, family budgeting, and household systems inform her work.

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