Press Kit
1 Big Sustainable Island (1BSI) · Annabessacook Lake, Maine
Private Island Stays
Downeast hospitality on a Maine lake.
Resetting humans, one island at a time.
1BSI is a non-profit community dedicated to inspiring the naturally curious to explore, create, and enjoy island life. Guests unplug on a private island with simple arrival by paddle or ferry, a down-to-earth welcome, and off-grid comfort.
Quick Facts
Location
Annabessacook Lake, Monmouth, ME 04259
About 1 hour north of Portland · 10 miles from Augusta
About 1 hour north of Portland · 10 miles from Augusta
Access
Arrive by boat, paddlecraft, or seasonal ferry. Free parking available on shore.
Mission
A non-profit community inspiring the naturally curious to explore, create, and enjoy island life.
Stays
Cabin, treehouse, tent, dome, and a floating waterhouse.
Included
Gear transport, canoe or two kayaks with life jackets, firewood, fishing poles and gear, drinking water.
Public Access
Open to day visitors from sunrise to sunset; overnight use after sunset.
Story Angles
- Private island on a Maine lake with a paddle-or-ferry arrival.
- Off-grid made easy: loons, campfires, and a fully supported landing.
- Non-profit hospitality that blends access, stewardship, and rest.
- Island stays for families, retreats, and creative escapes.
Notable Coverage
ABC News segment
WMTW feature
Only In Your State
