Tired of city living and looking to get away from it all? Perhaps it’s time to invest in a 1.5-acre island of your own in ‘Vacationland’ Maine, on the market with Bold Coast Properties. Duck Ledges Island offers unobstructed views of beautiful surrounding nature such as rocky shores, seals and — we’re presuming — ducks.

Space for a hammock can be found on the front porch, looking out over the nearby mainland hosting Addison and Jonesport towns, with marinas for you to launch a boat and arrive in style.

Inside, the cosy wooden interior would be a beautiful place to relax and unwind. Despite its diminutive size, a wealth of windows maximises the feeling of space within, complete with charming open concept kitchen and living spaces. 

The only bedroom of the house is this small twin bed set-up on a mezzanine above the main living space. A picture window provides views across the sand to the rocky surrounding ledges inhabited by sunbathing seals.

Despite its humble facilities, peace and quiet are guaranteed and the views are unparalleled. Fancy leaving the world behind to live on your own patch of paradise? Duck Ledges Island could be yours for a mere $339,000 (£260k). 

Yearning to escape the rat race and trade the hustle and bustle for something a little more peaceful? Well, imagine swapping bricks and mortar for a private plot surrounded by water. From glittering sandy shorelines to picturesque lake retreats, these entire islands for sale cost less than the average two-bedroom apartment in major cities around the world. Click or scroll on to start exploring...

Got $110,000 (£81k) going spare? Well then this beautiful leafy island in Canada might just be the ticket. Available through Private Islands Online, Gillis Island is located on the Pinette River, just 30 minutes from Charlottetown, the capital of Prince Edward Island.

The 11-acre private paradise offers woodlands and 200 feet of south-facing sandy shorefront. Although it's currently entirely undeveloped, the opportunities here are endless and, according to the listing, the promising island has remained largely untouched since the Acadians first settled the surrounding community of Eldon in 1750.

Positioned off the coast of Prince Edward Island, the isolated isle can be reached by boat in under 10 minutes and offers truly unrivalled views. Plus, it places you within easy reach of the red sand beaches, renowned seafood and art galleries of Prince Edward Island, as well as the outstanding kayaking routes and championship golf courses in the region.

What's more, most of the surrounding land remains undeveloped, meaning you could create a quiet and remote hideaway far away from the rat race. According to Loans Canada, the average house price on Prince Edward Island is around $243,814 (£189k), which also makes this stunning lot an absolute steal.

Perhaps the biggest selling point for No Man's Island is its location just off the coast of New Jersey. Thanks to its proximity to the city of Wildwood, it also boasts a rich musical history. It was here that Bill Haley and the Comets first performed 'Rock Around the Clock' and where Chubby Checker first sang 'The Twist'...

For sale with Private Islands Online at $125,000 (£92k), No Man's Island spans 19 acres and is located just minutes from the iconic Jersey Shore. Natural and wild it may be, but this small parcel of land may not be the ideal new spot if you're looking to build a house...

The island sits in the heart of Grassy Sound, a wetland and salt marsh more famed for its fishing and hunting than exclusive real estate. Only accessible by boat, No Man's Island stands just three feet clear of the water but the listing says that "the island can be raised with proper permits, allowing for a multitude of development scenarios."

With no infrastructure of any kind, setting up a home here would be a challenge but could be a wonderful adventure for anyone to go truly off-grid. Perhaps a floating home would work? Plus, it’s just 45 minutes south of Atlantic City and 15 minutes north of Cape May, making it the perfect weekend escape.

On the market for just $150,000 (£110k) via Private Islands Online, this idyllic isle is located off the southeast coast of Isla Popa in the Chiriqui Lagoon, Panama. Spanning just over nine acres, this sizeable oasis offers plenty for your money, with stunning waters and unbelievable landscape scenery.

If it's picture-postcard surroundings you're yearning for then you're in luck. Yet it's not just beauty that this island offers. It's a mere 30-minute boat ride from Chiriqui Grande town, where you can pick up groceries and supplies, and a 40-minute boat ride from Bocas town, where the nearest airport is located. 

While the stunning isle is currently undeveloped, it occupies an enviable location that's sure to be a hit with holidaymakers. Surrounded by beautiful clear water and majestic mountain views, you could easily build a remote vacation retreat for yourself or paying guests.

Thanks to its flat terrain, there are endless opportunities when it comes to building your dream home on the island. There's also a small beach area to allow easy access to any future property by boat, but with ample places to build a dock, the lucky new owner could decide to break ground on a new house wherever they see fit. 

Nestled off the coast of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia in the heart of the Argyle Sound in Tusket Bay, Frost Island is the ultimate wilderness retreat. It may only be 1,640 feet from the mainland, but it's a world away from the hustle and bustle of civilisation. 

On the market with Vladi Private Islands for a mere $233,150 (£185k), this rugged outpost sprawls 68 acres and offers an idyllic woodland and plenty of beachfront. There's plenty of flat ground for building your dream home, but the island also has the highest elevation of all the islands in the area, resulting in spectacular views across Yarmouth County.

Fish are abundant in the waters surrounding the island, making the scenic isle a haven for angling enthusiasts. Meanwhile, the woodlands are filled with no end of wildlife. Frost Island is also known for its impressive sunsets so you can be sure of breathtaking views across the water.

Plus, with the mainland so close and a concrete dock already in place, it's the perfect choice for those wanting an easy and tranquil weekend escape. In the past, there was a residence on the island and there are a couple of old wells and springs still in place, which are especially helpful for anyone looking to undertake their own dream house build.

Ever dreamt of buying a dreamy oceanfront retreat in Maine, USA? Well why settle for just a house when you could gain so much more bang for your buck? For a mere $395,000 (£290k), you could snap up your very own private piece of paradise.

This amazing American island is positioned just off the eastern shore of Vinalhaven Island in Maine's mid-coast region. Offering a beautiful rugged green landscape that spans five acres, the isle provides picturesque views of Penobscot Bay at one end and a protected cove at the other.

Currently the island remains undeveloped, although there is a small unassuming shack that's crying out to be renovated into something a little more inviting. Here, meadows and spruce trees flourish, while wild strawberries and roses bloom in the summer months, making it a wilderness haven for off-grid living.

The island currently boasts permissions for a new 600-square-foot structure to be built so this could be the perfect development opportunity for a buyer with vision. Plus at low tide, you'll have direct access to the sandy beach on neighbouring Vinalhaven – utter bliss!

Offering five acres of verdant tropical grounds, Iguana Island is located just 12 miles off the coast of Bluefields, one of Nicaragua's vibrant bustling cities. If a private island paradise with ample accommodation and year-round sunshine is top of your property wishlist, look no further.

On the market with Private Islands Online for just $475,000 (£348k), the isle includes a charming three-bedroom home, complete with a yellow clapboard façade and green shutters. Offering two bathrooms and a wraparound veranda, it's the ideal spot for taking in the island’s iconic sunsets.

Previously featured on the television series Island Hunters, the extensive property features a boardwalk that meanders through its grounds, allowing residents to explore the picturesque landscapes, dotted with coconut palms and banana trees, at their leisure. This could be the ultimate beach house!

Thanks to its location in the blue-green Caribbean Sea, Iguana Island benefits from warm waters, hot climes and plenty of spots for snorkelling, where diving enthusiasts can observe the region’s copious underwater residents. A popular area with keen anglers too, the island's private dock is perfect for fishing or taking a boat out on the waves.

Neptune Cay can be found in the heart of the Bahamas, surrounded by the stunning azure-blue waters of the Caribbean. Yet the property is mere minutes from Stella Maris airport and resort, making this seemingly remote isle relatively easy to access. 

The four-acre island offers 9,536 square feet of undeveloped land, plus a handy mainland property featuring 600 feet of sandy beachfront. Perfect for kayaking or paddleboarding enthusiasts, this tropical paradise is ideal for outdoor explorers.

The paradise property comes with some infrastructure already in place, including docks and private roads for navigating the acreage. These existing amenities should help to ease the construction process if a buyer wishes to develop holiday accommodation on the isle.

With white sandy beaches fringed with palm trees and crystal clear waters that are perfect for fishing or swimming, Neptune Cay is a real find. If you've fallen in love, Neptune Cay is currently up for grabs with Private Islands Online for $495,000 (£362k).

Hiking trails crisscross the property, while small sandy bays offer ideal swimming spots. Listed for $615,680 (£451k) with Vladi Private Islands, the enchanting Duval Island offers not one but two properties. There's also a solar panel system and a backup generator, providing hot and cold running water across the isle, as well as a septic tank for sewage. 

A substantial wilderness home, the main cottage features gabled roofs and rustic wood clapboarding. Inside, there's a cosy living room with a wood-burning stove, a kitchen-diner overlooking the water, a three-piece bathroom and four spacious bedrooms. Deeper into the woodlands, you'll find the smaller North Cabin, which offers additional accommodation for guests.

Situated a stone's throw away from the border of the United States, the large wraparound deck has spectacular, far-reaching views out across the lake. Duval Island is a short boat ride from Richards Landing Municipal Marina on nearby St Joseph Island, offering easy access to amenities and shops when supplies run low. 

With just one owner for the last 37 years, Sandpoint Lake Island could now be yours for just $640k (£507k). Just a few yards from Voyageurs National Park and a 25-minute boat ride from the entry point village of Crane Lake, Sandpoint is located on one of the most pristine lakes in North America.

While you could live on Sandpoint Lake Island in blissful isolation if you fancied, the main cabin features five bedrooms to choose from while two guest cabins host a further seven guests. You’ll also find a handy fish cleaning house, boat house and tackle house for your new lakeside lifestyle, with a propane gas grill and 5000 watt tri-fuel generator to help cook your freshly caught dinner.

According to the Sandpoint Lake website, emergency services are always available via cell phone or marine radio communications, while modern amenities include 4G internet/cell coverage from Crane Lake, a large electric sauna and electric hot tub, with WCs and a fully electric kitchen.

From your idyllic lakeside refuge, you can enjoy views out across the wilderness of northern Sandpoint Lake along the US Canadian border. The area boasts hundreds of miles of attractive shoreline just waiting to be explored…

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