Butler Flats is very accessible. Right in the middle of the Acushnet River, which is the main harbor for New Bedford. Easily reached from the New Bedford docks or the marinas on the Fairhaven side of the river. One can only hope that a buyer can put in the TLC and bring it back to life, similar to what Nick Korstad has done for Borden Flats Lighthouse in nearby Fall River.
http://www.bordenflats.com/

Roland Babineau
The only true Harbour Lights dealer left in the world and the ONLY retailer in the world authorized to sell Harry Hine's lighthouse collectible line!
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