Greer Island is a breathtakingly beautiful sanctuary held by the same family for over a century. Located less than a mile from Carver’s Harbor in the Fox Islands, this unique property offers a rare combination of total privacy and immediate proximity to mainland services. Known for its lush landscape of spruce trees and granite outcrops, the island serves as a pristine Maine retreat with 360-degree views stretching from Isle au Haut to the Camden Hills. This is a "shovel-ready" legacy holding for those seeking a rustic coastal lifestyle in the heart of Maine's lobster country.
Property Details
The island features a rustic 12' x 15' fisherman’s shack (currently in poor condition) and is prepared for a new primary structure.
The Cabin Site: Twelve foundation pads are already installed at the island's highest elevation (28 feet), designed to support a 600-square-foot cabin.
Construction Readiness: Soil tests confirm two feet of rich topsoil. A Waste Disposal Plan by engineer Dennis Small has previously received town approval. [Note: New owner must reapply for building permits as construction was previously postponed].
History: The robust spruce forest on the island was hand-planted over a 44-year period, creating a healthy, propagating woodland that ensures natural seclusion.
Land & Waterfront
Greer Island is characterized by gentle slopes, native grasses, wild roses, and wild strawberries.
Waterfront: The island is surrounded by deepwater anchorage and features a cove side ideal for a seasonal float dock and ramp (Maine DEP approval previously granted; pin in granite exists).
Topography: Elevated ground at the center of the island offers a secure building site with expansive views across the Sea of Abaco toward Saddleback Light.
Wildlife: Certified by the MDIFW as not a Significant Wildlife Habitat, the island remains a flexible site for sensitive development.
Access & Utilities
Logistics are exceptionally simple due to the island’s proximity to Vinalhaven.
Transit: A short run from the Vinalhaven Ferry Landing or a five-minute paddle from the Town Park Preserve at Geary’s Beach, where parking is free.
Communications: The island enjoys excellent cell phone reception.
Vinalhaven Amenities: The nearby town provides a medical center, supermarket, lumber company, and a lobster co-op. Daily ferry service connects Vinalhaven to Rockland on the mainland.
Lifestyle & Value
Greer Island offers the quintessentially Maine "island-hopping" lifestyle. Whether steaming a batch of clams on the granite shore or sleeping under the stars, the property is a study in serenity. It is the only property of its kind currently available in the Fox Islands, positioned near Sheep Island and just a five-minute water taxi from the golf courses and theaters of North Haven. This is an invitation to own a century-old family sanctuary where the hard work of forestry and foundation planning has already been established.
