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A look around a beautiful private island up for sale
We've all dreamed of living on our very own beautiful island. Well, now you can - provided you have C$75 million (£47 million) knocking about.
The property is on sale through Sotheby's International Realty Canada and you can get more info on it here.
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I think its a total bargain for all that to yourself. If I were one of the lucky few who have won more than this on the Euromillions then I would make an offer immediatley. Look at the pictures and notice how far in the background the Island goes.
Without a doubt thats a bargain! If anyone wants to lend me £50 million I`ll buy it and invite everyone to come and see. (Hello Mr Gates)
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