Located in the northern section of the Berry Islands, Lignum Vitae Cay was originally laid out for development by the current owner approximately 20 years ago. Four of the 160 lots were sold, but the development of the island was never initiated. Copies of the original development plans are available.

This island runs in a north/south direction and is 1.3 miles long (7,504.74 feet) (2,287.44m) long and 1,253 feet (382m) at its widest point. This island has numerous hills rising to between 40 – 60 feet. Although the island does not have extensive beach there are a couple of small beaches on the north western section of the island and the protected coastline provides many locations for docking facilities.

Bullocks Harbour, the nearest town, is just 3.25 miles away on the popular and beautiful Great Harbour Cay featuring an international airport with customs and immigration facilities.