From an island in the Bahamas with its own airplane landing strip to a woodsy getaway near Maine in Canadian waters, if you have the cash, you can live in paradise on your very own private island.

The listing also added that it's the "least expensive private Gulf Island currently for sale," with a listing price of $695,000. In comparison the average price for a condo in Vancouver is ...

Private islands are the epitome of wealth. And there are a surprising number of private islands for sale. In fact, we found thousands all across the world, ranging from the Bahamas to Ireland.

Canada offers numerous private islands, particularly in Ontario, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia. Many are freshwater islands, which reduces concerns about rising sea levels.