CARBERRY ISLAND

Location: Off Ireland's southwestern coast, near County Cork
Size: 28 acres
Price: About $1.26 million
Dwellings: Two-story cottage
Contact: Vladi Private Islands

The 20-mile long Carberry Island is a short boat ride away from the pubs in Glengarry. Its white sandy beach offers a view of the picturesque Irish coastline. Admire seals and otters in the bay and castles and mountains on the shore. The island is one of many dotting the southwestern coast of Ireland. Biggest downside: Expect plenty of rain.