Bustins Island is a car-free, pine-scented outpost in Casco Bay where classic cottages, woodland lanes, and rocky shoreline make everyday life feel like a summer retreat. Access is by the seasonal Lilly B ferry from South Freeport, and once ashore, residents trade traffic for golf carts, footpaths, and paddles along quiet coves. As part of Cumberland County and the Town of Freeport, the island benefits from municipal services while preserving its self-governed character through the Bustins Island Village Corporation. Community gatherings, volunteer projects, and starry, dark-sky nights give the island a friendly rhythm, while day-to-day errands and dining are an easy hop to Freeport’s village center.
Families typically enroll in RSU 5 schools in neighboring Freeport, with broader academic, arts, and athletics options a short drive from the South Freeport dock toward Yarmouth or Portland. Weekend adventures range from kayaking wildlife-rich inlets to trail walks at Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park, and shopping runs are as simple as a ferry ride and quick drive to Freeport’s markets and outfitters. With a close-knit seasonal community, low-key recreation, and convenient mainland amenities in nearby Brunswick, Bustins Island offers a rare blend of off-the-grid feel and practical access. Whether you’re planning to buy a cottage or list a longtime family home, Agent Pronto can connect you with a trusted local real estate professional to guide your next move.