The 10 Best Private Islands On The Market In 2011

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Major luxury purchases have made headlines in 2011. From fancy yachts to gorgeous homes, the super-rich aren't shy about flaunting their wealth.

But what about the ultimate toy? And by that, we mean an island. Richard Branson has one, as do Tim McGraw and Johnny Depp.

So if you really want to live the life of luxury, a major property purchase is your best bet.

Just be prepared to shell out at least $8 million. ( This post originally appeared at Curbed. )

 Here to see the tropical retreats up for grabs

Nautilus Island, off the coast of Maine, was listed for $8 million

Image: Zillow / Source: Curbed.com

A 10-acre island retreat on Montana's Whitefish Lake is up for grabs for $9 million

Whitefish Lake in Montana Image: Google Maps / Source: Curbed.com

Allan Island in San Juan is on the market for $13.5 million

Image: Zillow

A three-acre private island near Stamford, Conn., is on sale for

$19 million

Image: Houlihan Lawrence / Source: Curbed.com

Emerald Cay, a private island in Turks and Caicos, was listed for

$48.5 million

Image: Christie's International Real Estate / Source: Curbed.com

For $110 million, a lucky buyer can purchase Cave Cay in the Bahamas

Image: HG Christie  / Source: Curbed.com

Amalfi archipelago Li Galli Islands are on sale for $268 million

Image: Amalfi Coast / Source: Curbed.com

Estrellita on New York's Thousands Islands is on the market for

$1.25 million

Image: Prudential 1000 Realty / Source: Curbed.com

A small, spiral-shaped island, complete with lighthouse, is on sale near the Swedish coast for an undisclosed price

Image: Realtor.com / Source: Curbed.com

An island on Lake Oswego in Oregon boasts a $15 million Tudor mansion

Image: Realtor.com / Source: Curbed.com

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