originally named elizabeth's or tatem island, it was renamed in 1809. now privately owned by the cox family, it was formerly the property of the royal navy, and was a prisoner of war camp from 1901 to 1902, during the south african war. the camp's watchtower yet stands, having been converted into a home. it is the most easterly of the group of islands stretching across the sound from the salt kettle peninsula. hawkins island has been reborn under the vision of will cox to create a private island retreat. the first phase has been completed which includes a wedding venue and luxury villa which can sleep up to 8 people and includes walking and running paths.