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Welcome to Great Island at the Pinehills! We are a community of 600 homes, specially designed for active adults who are 55 and older. Our website is your one-stop-shop for all things Great Island. Here, you will find information about our neighborhood, clubs, activities, rules and regulations, and the resources available to our residents in our clubhouse.
 
As part of the larger Pinehills community, our residents have access to a wide range of amenities including miles of walking trails, tennis and bocce courts, exercise rooms, pools, ponds and golf. There are at least a dozen golf courses within a 30-40 minutes drive and two right across the street. All of these are set in an idyllic woodland retreat, making Great Island the perfect place for active adults to call home.
 
Whether you're a current resident or considering joining our community, our website is the best source of news, information, and resources for the residents of Great Island. Please take the time to explore our website and discover all that Great Island has to offer. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming you to Great Island.
 
See all our Activities, on the date and time Calendar. Check out our Clubhouse amenities.

Latest News

Labor Day Adjustments
Posted on Sep 4th, 2026
The Clubhouse Front Office will be closed on Monday, September 7th in
observance of Labor Day.
Strength Training has been cancelled on Monday.
Easy Does It Fitness is on as scheduled on Monday, at 1pm in the Ballroom.
Trash and Recycling Pick Up are both delayed one day due to Labor Day.
 
Monday Morning Bridge Looking For New Players
Posted on Sep 4th, 2026
 
Beginning Monday, September 14th
10am - 12pm
Overlook Clubhouse
Rich Powers Room
 
Monday Morning Bridge is looking for some new players starting September 14th. Players must be advanced beginners.
 
We play 2 to 3 rounds of Social Bridge. Bidding aides are provided at the table.
 
Comfort Keeper, Senior living & healthcare consultations
Posted on Aug 25th, 2026
Meet Tuesday Sept 15th with Ruth McNaughton to discuss questions and concerns regarding geriatric care management, home health services, discharge planning and hospital follow up, navigating health system complexities and coverage options, and staying safely at home for longer.
Sign up at the Clubhouse, no fee.
Email Jessica with any questions.
Complimentary Hearing Screening
Posted on Aug 25th, 2026
Book an appointment for a complimentary hearing screening, hearing aid cleaning or video ear exam. Sign up on the Clipboard at the Clubhouse.  Contact Jessica with any questions.
Vaccine Clinic
Posted on Aug 18th, 2026
CVS will be hosting a vaccine clinic here at Great Island on Tuesday, September 29th 9am-3pm, in the Clubhouse Craft room. To register for a vaccine(s), click here.

Upcoming Events

Easy Does It Fitness
Monday, August 31st to Monday, September 21st
Introducing a new gentle workout class at Great Island. A DVD led weekly fitness class which will take place every Monday.  This class is free and no sign up necessary.
The first class will be Aug 31st but will not meet Labor Day Sept 7th.
Fall Art Workshop
Friday, September 4th to Tuesday, September 22nd, 9:30AM-12:00PM at Overlook Clubhouse Craft Room
Fall Landscape - Tuesday, Sept 8
Fall Floral - Tuesday, Sept 22
 
 
 
These workshops are great for beginners and takes place in the Overlook Clubhouse Craft Room. All materials are included. No experience necessary. Cost is $30 per person and checks are payable to Debra Birtwell. Space is limited to 10 people.
 
Please sign up at the Overlook Clubhouse if you are interested.
Wampanoag Women and the gardens at Plimoth Patuxet
Tuesday, September 8th
The Great Island Garden club's next meeting is Tuesday Sept 8th at 7pm with Dr. Fred Dunford, the museum's horticulture lead, speaking about the vital role Wampanoag women played in shaping Plimoth Patuxet’s first gardens in 1621.  Come join us at 6:30pm for meet-and-greet before his talk.
September Second Sunday Supper
Sunday, September 13th
Join your fellow residents for a tasty meal, friendly conversation and camaraderie. When you sign up, you will be asked to bring either a main dish, salad or dessert, for 6-8 people. $5 cash only to be collected per person at the door. 
Sign-up for Second Sunday Supper is online on this Website under event registration.