A Historic Private Island AvaiLABLE FOR Rent.

Guarding the Entrance to Castine Harbor, Penobscot Bay, Maine.

Nautilus Island is available to rent for the first time in its long, rich, and very private history.

Make your special event or family vacation a part of its history.

A photograph of one of Nautilus Islands stone beaches.
A photograph of one of Nautilus Islands rocky coasts with driftwood.

Located in the geographic center of Down East Maine, Nautilus Island is the most historic saltwater farm estate on the coast.

Upon reaching Nautilus Island, it's winsome character is as captivating as it's storied contribution to the American Revolution. Nautilus Island is a refuge upon Penobscot Bay, and marks the head of Castine Harbor. The 300-foot dock provides comfortable access to the shore at low tides, and marks the safety of the gentle cove and stone beach. A cluster of buildings, found amidst century-old sugar maples, greet guests upon their arrival to Nautilus.

The Cape Cod Cottage and tennis court sit above the Sugar Shack, and Boathouse. The Boathouse has remained virtually unchanged for over a century, and is a popular place to picnic with your friends and family. Lobsters, clams, mussels and oysters are harvested from the waters around the island, and a lobster or clam bake is available upon request. The island prospers under stewards who savor the autonomy of island life, and guests who are seeking the luxury of a private island are welcome.

  • A scenic photograph of the Boat House on Nautilus Island with fall foliage.

    Accommodations

    Find out about the secluded, spectacular vacation homes available year-round on the island.

  • An Image of the infinity pool, spa and pool house on Nautilus Island.

    Things to Do

    Ready to explore paradise? Learn more about all the fabulous things to do on Nautilus Island.

  • A photograph of two sailboats sailing off the the coast Nautilus Island at sunset.

    Gallery

    Take a look at some of the amazing sights this island has to offer from lush forests to iconic coastal scenes.

"Take me to the ocean. Let me sail the open sea. To breathe the warm and salty air and dream of things to be."

— Erica Billups