Friendly Island

Magnificent private island in Alexandria Bay, in the scenic Thousand Islands, N.Y. right on exclusive Millionaires Row

Friendly Island offers breathtaking views of Boldt Castle, Sunken Rock lighthouse, the islands of Millionaires Row, international freighters, and glorious sunrises and sunsets! This unique property cannot be compared to any other available. Its location, features, amenities, and views are unrivalled in the area, and for hundreds of miles around. Marvel at breathtaking River views from every room and every outdoor area! Enjoy every comfort and convenience! So special, that it is featured on postcards and in magazine articles about the Thousand Islands!

Rates:

(depending on season and number of guests):
Between $ 5500 per week for just the Main House and the grounds, pool, hot tub, outdoor facilities and $7800 per week for the entire island on self catering basis. Chef available, on request

Location:

On the St. Lawrence River in the Thousand Islands region between Toronto and Montreal, but inside the US border near Alexandria Bay.

Accomodation:

1) MAIN HOUSE - Sleeps 6 (2 bedrooms & double loft, living room with cathedral ceiling, home theater, TV in every bedroom, kitchen, breakfast nook, 1 1/2 baths, wraparound deck, balconies, pergola. Enjoy River views from every room!)

2) GUEST HOUSE - Sleeps 4 (2 bedrooms with cathedral ceilings & loft, skylights, huge bathroom, 3rd shower is outdoors and open to the sky, TV in each bedroom, 60" HDTV, huge covered veranda/sunroom with cathedral ceiling, balconies. Enjoy River views from every room!)

3) PUMP HOUSE - Sleeps 2 (historic renovated charming one bedroom cottage. Enjoy 3 different River views from this special location!).

Multiple oversized sliding glass doors and windows offer awe-inspiring panoramic views from indoors or out. Many fabulous amenities, including private heated in-ground swimming pool, hot tub (both of which overlook the River, positioned high on the island for your privacy), private and protected River swimming cove at the end of the island, outdoor sauna (with stereo!), home theater, surround sound, lots of electronics, DVD's, VCR's, TV in every bedroom, business center (including high-speed internet, fax, photocopier, printer), deluxe barbeque, and so much more.

Dining:

Your individual Meal Plan can be arranged (chef service on request).

Activities:

Area attractions and activities include wonderful sightseeing opportunities (including Boldt and Singer Castles), tours by boat or helicopter, museums, historic sites and reenactments, art galleries, artists' colony, live theater and music, free outdoor concerts, fine and casual dining, spas (or, relax with an outdoor massage, right on your private island paradise), nightlife, antique shops, winery tours, horseback riding, hunting, freshwater scuba diving and snorkelling in crystal clear water (listed among the finest in the world), hot air ballooning, zoos (including Aqua Zoo), whitewater river rafting, skydiving, go-karting, manicured golf courses, scenic miniature golf, swimming, boating, jet-skiing, beaches, Nature Center and World-class fishing (rated among the top 10 in the U.S.!), right from your own dock.

Best time to travel:

Mid-June to early September.

Getting there:

Just 1 1/2 hours by car from Canada's capital city Ottawa. There are also direct flights (1 hour) from New York City to Syracuse Airport. Transfers can be arranged.

Address:

Vladi Private Islands GmbH
Ballindamm 7
20095 Hamburg
Germany
Tel.: +49 40 33 00 00
Fax: +49 40 33 00 81
travel@vladi.de