First Ever eBay Island Auction

GUYSBOROUGH, Nova Scotia - Sept. 1, 2014 - PRLog -- The auction is set to run for a total of 30 days, giving would-be island owners ample opportunity to invest in the island of their dreams. Just a few days after going live, the bidding has already climbed from its starting price of just US$ 1 to an incredible US$ 10,000.

Despite being at the forefront of the private island market for over 40 years now, the online auction of Hurricane Hole Island forms a first for Farhad Vladi, the founder of international island consultancy VLADI PRIVATE ISLANDS. Starting from August 27^th 2014, the auction will be open to all via www.ebay.com. Bidding began incredible US$ 1, promising an excellent opportunity for island lovers all over the world - regardless of budget.

Tucked away in Isaac’s Harbour along Nova Scotia’s picturesque Atlantic Coast, Hurricane Hole Island was once a popular place to cast anchor – a safe harbour for the local fishing communities. The island also played an important role in the Nova Scotian gold rush of the 19^th century and even formed home to a gold mine. These days, the island is covered in dense woodland and boasts a series of beautiful beaches and bays.At low-tide, the island is connected to a nearby mainland peninsula. From here, the well-paved Marine Drive road connects guests to the nearby fishing villages of Goldboro and Isaac’s Harbour before eventually leading on to Halifax (three hours away).