Islands for Sale in Australia

Latest listing added: November, 2023

Island #1 (Price Upon Request)


  • Location: Keppel Bay, Queensland
  • Size: ~16 acres, ~6 hectares
  • Description: ~13km from shore, 16km from Yeppoon, easy access from Rockhampton
  • Ownership: Leasehold
  • Development: Developed
  • Map: See on Google Earth

One of the most anticipated investment opportunities in Australia, Pumpkin Island finds itself on the market for only the second time since 1961. Nestled amongst the Keppels, this former oyster farm turned luxury resort has long been an exemplar of the archipelago’s beauty.

Accommodation on the island is available for as many as 34 guests in oceanfront cottages or bungalows, each of which features its own private deck, while a select few offer open-air kitchen facilities.

Daytimes on the island may be spent exploring the forests, enjoying boat trips to nearby coral reefs, or observing the plentiful array of wildlife. Meanwhile, the numerous white, sandy beaches provide plenty of opportunity for relaxation. Later, the evening presents the perfect occasion for outdoor dining to the backdrop of the setting sun.

In addition to its natural splendour, the island has earned a reputation as an eco-friendly retreat, having been named as Australasia’s “Most Sustainable Hotel” in 2018 at the World Boutique Hotel Awards. With sufficient wind and solar power, together with ample rainwater storage, all of Pumpkin Island’s utilities are sourced 100% off-grid.

With so many marvellous achievements behind it, Pumpkin Island now has much to offer the future under fresh ownership.


Island #2 (SOLD)


  • Location: Swanport, Tansmania
  • Size: ~65 acres
  • Description: Approx 81km NE of Hobart, Approx 70km NE of Hobart Int. Airport
  • Ownership: Freehold
  • Development: Developed
  • Map: See on Google Earth

One of the most anticipated investment opportunities in Australia, Pumpkin Island finds itself on the market for only the second time since 1961. Nestled amongst the Keppels, this former oyster farm turned luxury resort has long been an exemplar of the archipelago’s beauty.

Accommodation on the island is available for as many as 34 guests in oceanfront cottages or bungalows, each of which features its own private deck, while a select few offer open-air kitchen facilities.

Daytimes on the island may be spent exploring the forests, enjoying boat trips to nearby coral reefs, or observing the plentiful array of wildlife. Meanwhile, the numerous white, sandy beaches provide plenty of opportunity for relaxation. Later, the evening presents the perfect occasion for outdoor dining to the backdrop of the setting sun.

In addition to its natural splendour, the island has earned a reputation as an eco-friendly retreat, having been named as Australasia’s “Most Sustainable Hotel” in 2018 at the World Boutique Hotel Awards. With sufficient wind and solar power, together with ample rainwater storage, all of Pumpkin Island’s utilities are sourced 100% off-grid.

With so many marvellous achievements behind it, Pumpkin Island now has much to offer the future under fresh ownership.


Island #3 (SOLD)


  • Location: Freycinet Peninsula, Tasmania
  • Size: ~1.7 acres
  • Description: Approx 113km NE of Hobart, approx 100km NE of Hobart Int. Airport
  • Ownership: Freehold
  • Development: Developed
  • Map: See on Google Earth

Picnic Island, a secluded private haven located 800 meters off Tasmania’s Freycinet Peninsula, offers unmatched views of the Hazards Mountains and Wineglass Bay. Neighboring the prestigious Saffire resort, this island features a private jetty, making it easily accessible by a brief boat journey.

This unique island is one of the rare freehold private islands in Australia permitted for commercial activities, providing an authentic island retreat. It surrounds guests with panoramic ocean views and currently hosts exclusive accommodation for up to 10 guests, earning top ratings on various platforms.

Covering around 6753 square meters, Picnic Island extends up to the high-water mark, a unique feature in Tasmania, with no adjacent crown land. It has undergone extensive approved enhancements, including a desalination plant, solar hot water, an independent solar power system with backup generators, and water storage exceeding 50,000 liters.

The island is a sanctuary for local wildlife, with a resident penguin colony and shearwaters. The surrounding waters are rich with seafood like crayfish, abalone, mussels, squid, and flathead.


Island #4 (SOLD)


  • Location: Whitsunday Islands, Queensland
  • Size: ~8 acres, ~3.23 hectares
  • Description: ~3km from shore, 21km from Mackay City, 5km from Campwin Beach
  • Ownership: Leasehold
  • Development: Developed
  • Map: See on Google Earth

Nestled within the Great Barrier Reef and surrounded by Coral Sea vistas, Victor Island succeeds in combining splendour with privacy.

All 8 acres of the island are offered for sale, unshared with any other development. At 350 square metres, the fully furnished, primary residence boasts a swimming pool and two separate bedroom wings, together with a variety of indoor and outdoor living areas.

While providing the perfect opportunity for hiking, fishing, snorkelling, sailing and jet-skiing, relaxation can be found by the pool or on Victor Island’s breath-taking seashore.

All of Victor Island is off-grid, with utilities generated from renewable sources, including solar panels, solar hot water, rainwater storage (up to 225,000 litres), and a desalination plant. A backup generator is also available.

Located just 1km from the coast, Victor Island can be accessed by a 20 minute motorboat journey from the nearby marina. Alternatively, the available helipad can deliver you to Mackay Airport within 12 minutes.


Island #5 ($2,500,000 AUD)


  • Location: Bass Strait, North Tasmania
  • Size: ~79 acres, ~32 hectares
  • Description: ~12km from shore, ~approx. 47km from Georgetown
  • Ownership: Freehold
  • Development: Non-developed
  • Map: See on Google Earth

Situated in the waters just north of Tasmania, Ninth Island holds significant potential as both as an investment and as a private home. With little prior development, the 79 acres presents the perfect opportunity to construct a brand new residence in this tranquil environment.

A combination of value and price separates Ninth Island from its peers, especially as availability is expected to be for a far more reasonable price compared to the island’s similar neighbours. The island is also offered as a freehold, a relative rarity for similar Australian properties.

Nearby transit links on Tasmanian soil together with the potential for personalised development elevate Ninth Island as a sought after opportunity. However, one shouldn’t overlook its extensive natural endowment. In particular, the island and its surrounding waters are a haven for a multitude of aquatic wildlife and birds.


Island #6 (SOLD)


  • Location: Nyerimilang, Victoria
  • Size: ~76 acres, ~31 hectares
  • Description: ~600m from shore, 3km from Lakes Entrance, 213km from Melbourne
  • Ownership: Freehold
  • Development: Developed
  • Map: See on Google Earth

With 76 sprawling acres, Fraser Island combines an unspoilt, natural paradise together with a luxury commercial tourist business. While surrounded by white, sandy beaches, abundant greenery and a variety of wildlife, the main homestead leaves no holes barred in providing for the perfect group getaway, wedding, party or corporate retreat.

The exclusive accommodation comprises 11 bedrooms, a grand dining hall seating more than 30 guests, a wine cellar, refrigeration room, and large kitchen. The extensive resort, meanwhile, boasts a 9-hole golf course, 2 flood-lit tennis courts, a games room, and swimming pool together with a barbecue area. Poised for perfect panoramic views of the whole island, the charming, century-old homestead will never fail to impress.

One of only a handful of island freeholds available in Australia, the untouched countryside offers abundant opportunity for observing the native animals and birds. For the most active guests, Fraser island is ideal for swimming, fishing and water-sports.

For the eco-conscious, the island also enjoys renewably sourced utilities such as solar energy (with backup generator), underground fresh water, and solar hot water.

Situated 600m from the shore in the eastern end of the Gippsland Lakes, access to Fraser Island is either via the 14m x 12m jetty, or by light aircraft on the dedicated airstrip.


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