You don’t have to be Oprah or Richard Branson to enjoy the exclusive luxuries of a private island. Nowadays you can rent a private island for a little more than you’d spend on a week at a 5-star hotel. Check out these 6 gorgeous private islands that will make you feel like a mogul while you indulge in peace, quiet, and relaxation.
Gladden Island. Belize
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Relax in your own private hideout, tucked away in the sapphire waters of Gladden Island. The villa on Gladden Island can easily accommodate two people for $2,950 per person, a night for the entire island, or $3,550 per person (up to 4 people), a night. The island is all inclusive; you’ll never need to leave for meals (prepared by a gourmet chef), spa treatments, snorkeling or scuba diving, and all transportation is included.
East Sister Rock Island, Florida
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Rent this secluded, sustainable, solar powered retreat, just off the shore of Marathon, FL for $7,000 a week. The island has a spacious (5000 sq ft) Bahamian-style home that can comfortably accommodate 9 people. The main land is easily accessible by boat or helicopter and the breezes blowing off the Atlantic Ocean will instantly relax you.
Laurel Island, Connecticut
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Conveniently located between NYC and Boston, Laurel Island is a 5-acre island in the middle of Lake Pocotopaug with 5 cozy cabins. The cabins are perfect for large gatherings- high school reunions, family reunions, work retreats and weddings. Get out on the water with one of the kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes available for rent. You can rent the island for a weekend, at $250 per person, or you can book the island for a full week, with a minimum of 20 people for $350 per person. The island is available seasonally, May 1st – October 1st.
Lupita Island, Tanzania
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Get settled into one of the 13 cottages available on Lupita Island, nestled in the middle of Lake Tanganyika. You’ll enjoy stunning mountain and lake views and you’ll have access to a restaurant, spa, pool, an outdoor bathtub and a sundeck.Your needs will be fully met by one of the 30 staff members and your own personal butler. The island is available for $25,000 per night and the cottages cost $500 – $1,000 per night.
Tikehau Fafarua Lodge, South Pacific
Surrounded by inviting blue lagoons, coconut palm trees, white sandy beaches and coral reefs, Tikehau Fafarua is a Polynesian paradise that is perfect for family trips, diving excursions, and honeymoons. The all inclusive island includes meals, a spa, a wine cave, and a 3 bedroom house. The nightly rate is $1,150 for 2 people, and any additional adults are $150 per person. The maximum occupancy is 8 adults.
