The pristine beauty of its natural surroundings, approximately 3000 feet of shoreline, and fresh water from its own artesian well create the perfect getaway. The setting offers thickly wooded forest, open meadow, rocky shoreline, salt water marshland and open beach, with an accompanying variety of wildlife, from the majestic Bald Eagle and Great Blue Heron, to Sea Otters, Harbor Seals and an indigenous species of deer.

It is highly valued by its residents for its clean, pollution free air where peace and tranquility reign.  Residents are treated to crab, oysters, salmon, cod and many other fish in the surrounding waters.  Decatur Island is in the dry belt, having an average of only 18-20 inches of rainfall per year.  As a result, the gardens just add to the beautiful place that is Decatur Island.