An $11 million private island nestled in a rustic cove frequented by humpback whales and seals is on sale in Canada for the first time in 60 years — take a look

Maria Noyen,Sam TabahritiApr 22, 2023, 16:37 IST

Turnagain Island is on sale for the first time in 60 years.Sotheby's International Realty

A 93-acre private island in British Columbia, Canada, is on sale for $11 million.
Turnagain Island is nestled in an idyllic cove in Halfmoon Bay, often visited by seals.

Turnagain Island, a private island nestled in Sunshine Cove in British Columbia, Canada, is on the market for the first time in over half a century.

Turnagain Island is located within Halfmoon Bay in British Columbia, Canada.Google Maps, Sotheby's

The island is listed for CA $15 million, or around $11 million, and has been in the same family for six decades.

A view of Turnagain Island in the distance.Sotheby's

According to archival newspaper records, the island was sold in the early 1960s by the Ramsay family, who lived there for around 15 years. It was listed for CA $47,500 and bought by the McGregor family, who presumably have lived there since.

Turnagain Island at sunset.Sotheby's

According to archival newspaper records, the island was sold in the early 1960s by the Ramsay family, who lived there for around 15 years. It was listed for CA $47,500 and bought by the McGregor family, who presumably have lived there since.

When it comes to private islands, Turnagain is on the larger scale. In fact, a new resident would own roughly 93 acres of land filled with woodland and wildlife.

The island comprises of 93 acres of land.Sotheby's

There are two homes built on the island. The 3,000-square-foot main house has a modern aesthetic and features four spacious bedrooms.

The main house on Turnagain Island.Sotheby's

Inside, the open-concept living room features a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, wooden beam ceilings, and views of the surrounding waters.

The living room in the main house.Sotheby's

Among the bedrooms in the main house are a few with walk-in closets and windows looking out onto the grounds. Additionally, the master bedroom, which comes with an ensuite, has access to its own patio.

One of the bedrooms in the main house.Sotheby's

Among the bedrooms in the main house are a few with walk-in closets and windows looking out onto the grounds. Additionally, the master bedroom, which comes with an ensuite, has access to its own patio.

Steps away from the modern main house is the older cottage, which looks like it's been taken straight out of a storybook.

The old cottage on the island.Sotheby's

Despite being older, the cottage is a similar size to the main house, boasting 2,800 square feet and four bedrooms.

The kitchen area in the old cottage.Sotheby's

It also has plenty of outdoor spots to hang out on, including a balcony, a small patio, and a porch.

A porch outside the old cottage.Sotheby's

The island comes with an added bonus, which is the possibility of seeing humpback whales and seals.

Seals sitting on a rock.Sotheby's

Sotheby's realtor Gina Stockwell said on the listing that the future owner of Turnagain Island could choose to build a helipad or park a floatplane for alternative access to the grounds.

A view of the island.Sotheby's

Sotheby's realtor Gina Stockwell said on the listing that the future owner of Turnagain Island could choose to build a helipad or park a floatplane for alternative access to the grounds.

Otherwise, residents are well connected to the mainland, which is only seconds away by boat. The property comes with docks, both on the island and the mainland, equipped with boat houses.

The docks on the island.Sotheby's

Otherwise, residents are well connected to the mainland, which is only seconds away by boat. The property comes with docks, both on the island and the mainland, equipped with boat houses.

Panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, at sunrise and sunset, are available from both homes on the island.

Sunset views from Turnagain Island.Sotheby's

But perhaps one of the most unique features of Turnagain comes at night. Thanks to the remoteness of the island and its surroundings, there is little to no light pollution, allowing whoever becomes the next owner sweeping, unobstructed views of the stars above.

There is little to no light pollution in Halfmoon Bay.Sotheby's

But perhaps one of the most unique features of Turnagain comes at night. Thanks to the remoteness of the island and its surroundings, there is little to no light pollution, allowing whoever becomes the next owner sweeping, unobstructed views of the stars above.

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An $11 million private island nestled in a rustic cove frequented by humpback whales and seals is on sale in Canada for the first time in 60 years &mdash; take a look

Turnagain Island, a private island nestled in Sunshine Cove in British Columbia, Canada, is on the market for the first time in over half a century.

The island is listed for CA $15 million, or around $11 million, and has been in the same family for six decades.

According to archival newspaper records, the island was sold in the early 1960s by the Ramsay family, who lived there for around 15 years. It was listed for CA $47,500 and bought by the McGregor family, who presumably have lived there since.

When it comes to private islands, Turnagain is on the larger scale. In fact, a new resident would own roughly 93 acres of land filled with woodland and wildlife.

There are two homes built on the island. The 3,000-square-foot main house has a modern aesthetic and features four spacious bedrooms.

Inside, the open-concept living room features a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, wooden beam ceilings, and views of the surrounding waters.

Among the bedrooms in the main house are a few with walk-in closets and windows looking out onto the grounds. Additionally, the master bedroom, which comes with an ensuite, has access to its own patio.

Steps away from the modern main house is the older cottage, which looks like it's been taken straight out of a storybook.

Despite being older, the cottage is a similar size to the main house, boasting 2,800 square feet and four bedrooms.

It also has plenty of outdoor spots to hang out on, including a balcony, a small patio, and a porch.

The island comes with an added bonus, which is the possibility of seeing humpback whales and seals.

Sotheby's realtor Gina Stockwell said on the listing that the future owner of Turnagain Island could choose to build a helipad or park a floatplane for alternative access to the grounds.

Otherwise, residents are well connected to the mainland, which is only seconds away by boat. The property comes with docks, both on the island and the mainland, equipped with boat houses.

Panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, at sunrise and sunset, are available from both homes on the island.

But perhaps one of the most unique features of Turnagain comes at night. Thanks to the remoteness of the island and its surroundings, there is little to no light pollution, allowing whoever becomes the next owner sweeping, unobstructed views of the stars above.

An $11 million private island nestled in a rustic cove frequented by humpback whales and seals is on sale in Canada for the first time in 60 years — take a look