Cheap Private Islands Across the USA for Your Perfect Getaway
Hotels often feel crowded with other guests, and vacation rentals may be too close for comfort. A private island, however, offers the perfect balance of solitude and adventure. These affordable private islands in the USA can be rented for less than the cost of traditional hotels, and they certainly make for unforgettable vacation stories.
Monmouth, Maine
A classic A-frame house, hammock, rope swing, and canoe await you on this private island on Annabessacook Lake in Maine – for as low as $150 per night. The price includes a private ferry ride for all guests and their luggage. Guests can enjoy 14 acres of trails, swimming, and kayaking. In the evenings, cook dinner in the fully-equipped kitchen or around a campfire under the stars.
Juggler Lake, Minnesota
Experience budget bliss on this private island, a hiker’s paradise with 18 acres of lush forest to explore, wild strawberries, ginger, and morels to forage. Located about an hour and a half from Fargo, the A-frame cabin sleeps up to 10 people and includes three patios, a floating diving dock, and a fully-equipped kitchen. A boat can be rented for just $200, with the island rental priced at $375 per night.
Hilton Head, South Carolina
Renting the Private Islands of Old House Cay gives you access to three islands for just $536 a night. Nestled just 10 minutes from Hilton Head, the main island features an off-the-grid, modern home with all the comfort and amenities for a relaxing escape.
Thousand Islands, New York
For a budget-friendly private island getaway in the Thousand Islands, consider renting Quadkin Island. The spacious five-bedroom house can accommodate you and up to 11 friends for as low as $471 per night, offering spectacular sunsets, swimming, and boating opportunities.
Hinesburg, Vermont
Dogatraz Island is a pet-friendly one-acre getaway perfectly situated on Lake Iroquois. This Vermont escape allows swimming, fishing, bird-watching, and sunset viewing. The two-bedroom house includes essential amenities. It can host four people (plus any number of dogs) for just $379 per night, which includes kayaks and canoes for exploring.
Republic Island, Michigan
Republic Island on Michigan’s Michigamme River can be rented for as little as $106 per night. The island offers a charming three-bedroom cedar log cabin built in the 1800s, nestled in two acres of wooded land. A boat is included with the rental, providing easy access to the shoreline.
Bremen, Maine
This log cabin on a private island in Maine is available for just $150 a night for groups of six or less. Featuring a stunning fieldstone fireplace and cathedral ceiling, this house includes three kayaks and life jackets for exploring the nearby waters.
Lake of the Woods, Minnesota
Blackbird Island, located just a mile from Canadian waters on Minnesota’s Lake of the Woods, serves as a fantastic base for exploring pristine shorelines. The charming cabin sleeps up to eight, with rental prices starting at just $143 per night.
Poulsbo, Washington
From the shores of Poulsbo, Washington, guests are ferried over to their private paradise on Island Lake via an electric raft, included in the $304/night rate. The main house accommodates up to eight, and for stays of four nights or longer, an additional cabin becomes available for extended comfort.
Gloucester, Rhode Island
The spacious cabin on this private island can comfortably accommodate 11 individuals, costing just $31 per person per night. The beautiful sandy beaches, rowboat, beach chairs, and picnic table enhance the experience. Though lacking running water or electricity, solar lights, a wood-burning stove, fire pit, and gas grill provide cozy amenities.
Douglas, Massachusetts
Experience a charm-filled stay at a private island in Douglas State Forest, which can be rented at nearly the same price as a camping spot. Dodd Island sleeps eight, bringing the cost down to just $34 per person per night. The 7-acre island features warm and shallow waters with top-notch visibility, perfect for snorkelers and divers.
Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire
Foley Island boasts a private sanctuary surrounded by Lake Winnipesaukee’s beautiful waters. With a secluded swimming area and over-water sundeck, rent this island paradise for up to 12 people for only $386 per night.
Sands Island, North Carolina
Sands Island offers a unique experience at $325 per night for groups of up to four, featuring 32 acres of undeveloped land and a cozy two-bedroom cottage made from locally milled pine, powered by solar energy.
Eagle Island, Georgia
For $475 per night, you can rent a stunning 1500-sq-ft house on Eagle Island, complete with wrap-around screened porch, hot tub, and wood-burning fireplace. Enjoy access to the entire island alongside boat rentals, fishing tours, and eco-adventures available at an additional cost.
Swansboro, North Carolina
This unique private island in Swansboro, North Carolina, has been featured on the television show Island Hunters. Ideal for relaxing, this island features a small cabin that accommodates up to four people and is surrounded by sandy beaches, yet is near enough for kayaking to local bars and restaurants. Prices start at just $101 per night.
