{"id":1112,"date":"2024-03-27T16:32:48","date_gmt":"2024-03-27T16:32:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/?page_id=1112"},"modified":"2024-03-29T14:02:17","modified_gmt":"2024-03-29T14:02:17","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_fullwidth_slider _builder_version=”3.3.1″][et_pb_slide use_bg_overlay=”off” use_text_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/20132_Rathlin_Island.jpg” button_on_hover=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide use_bg_overlay=”off” use_text_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Harbour.jpg” button_on_hover=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide use_bg_overlay=”off” use_text_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Seals.webp” button_on_hover=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide use_bg_overlay=”off” use_text_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/kelp-store.jpg” button_on_hover=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][\/et_pb_fullwidth_slider][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|1px|0px|false|false”][et_pb_row custom_padding=”30px|0px|28px|0px|false|false” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.3.1″]<\/p>\n<h1>About the Manor House<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding=”0|0px|29px|0px|false|false” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.3.1″]<\/p>\n<h4>History of the Manor House<\/h4>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p>This Georgian house which overlooks the harbour was built in 1756 for the Gage family, who bought the Island in 1746 from Lord Antrim for\u00a0 \u00a31750<\/p>\n<p>The last member of the Gage family to live at the Manor House was Brigadier Rex Gage who died in 1973 and is buried at St Thomas church just a short walk away<\/p>\n<p>The Lovelock family later bought the house and resided in it for a few years before it fell into disrepair. A local committee, The Rathlin Island Trust then bought the house and began renovations, employing local people and craftsmen. Their work can still be seen today in our handmade staircase.<\/p>\n<p>The house was bought in 1998 by the National Trust and opened its doors as a Bed and Breakfast for the first time. In 2016 a community led reconstruction project to modify the building took place and the Manor House now boasts 12 bedrooms, a licenced restaurant and event space that can accommodate up to 50 people.<\/p>\n<p>Today the Manor House is run by a local family and thrives to be the heart of the Island community whilst creating a warm and welcoming environment for all those visiting Rathlin.<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/portal.freetobook.com\/reservations?w_id=46657&w_tkn=joQhk37tB9EtFvWFv66tYw36kca2ixP115vfx7EncFwJMkXcVqTav2bMrMl08″ button_text=”Book Now ” _builder_version=”3.3.1″]<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/4L5A3149-scaled.jpg” _builder_version=”3.3.1″]<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding=”60px|0px|34px|0px|false|false” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.3.1″]<\/p>\n<h1><strong>About the Island <\/strong><\/h1>\n<h2><em>From the Rathlin community website<\/em><\/h2>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p>Rathlin Island is situated off the north east coast of Ireland, and is the only inhabited offshore island in Northern Ireland. Because of its geographical position, Rathlin has long had associations with both Ireland and Scotland, and it once lay at the heart of the ancient kingdom of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/D%C3%A1l_Riata\">Dal Riada<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The island has\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/County_Antrim\">County Antrim<\/a>\u00a0to the south, the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Inishowen\">Inishowen<\/a>\u00a0peninsula in County Donegal to the west, the island of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Islay\">Islay<\/a>\u00a0in the Hebrides to the north, and the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mull_of_Kintyre\">Mull of Kintyre<\/a>\u00a0in mainland Scotland to the east. Today, Rathlin has modern transport, communications and tourist facilities, and a steadily rising permanent population of around 150 people.<\/p>\n<p>Rathlin Island has a long and eventful history, and some of the most breath-taking scenery anywhere in Ireland or Britain. It offers unspoilt environments and is renowned for its wildlife, particularly its seabird breeding colonies. The island offers relaxing peace and quiet, as well as the friendliest of welcomes. Come and visit us!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.3.1″]<\/p>\n<h1>Useful Links<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.rathlin-ferry.com\/” button_text=”Ferry Information ” _builder_version=”3.3.1″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.rspb.org.uk\/days-out\/reserves\/rathlin-island” button_text=”Seabird Centre ” _builder_version=”3.3.1″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/rathlin360.com\/” button_text=”Rathlin 360 ” _builder_version=”3.3.1″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/rathlin360.png” url=”https:\/\/rathlin360.com\/” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ max_width=”85%”]<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|76.1094px|0px|false|false”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”30px|0px|190.297px|0px|false|false”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.3.1″]<\/p>\n<h1>Frequently asked Questions<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”3.3.1″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How do I get to the Manor House?” open=”on” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]We are located a short walk from the harbour<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What time can I check in? ” open=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”] Check in is from 3pm, but you can leave your bags at reception while you explore the island<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can we take our bikes? ” open=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”] Yes, you can take bikes across on the ferry. We don’t have a secure storage area for bikes at the Manor House but there is a private garden you can store bikes<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What is there to do on the Island? ” open=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”] <a href=\"https:\/\/rathlin360.com\/visit\/\">Community website information (Click here).<\/a><br \/>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Are you open to non-residents ” open=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” title_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” body_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”] Yes, we are open to everyone. For evening meals we recommend booking to avoid disappointment. you can book at reception@manorhouserathlin.com or call 02820760046<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_fullwidth_slider _builder_version=”3.3.1″][et_pb_slide use_bg_overlay=”off” use_text_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/20132_Rathlin_Island.jpg” button_on_hover=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide use_bg_overlay=”off” use_text_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Harbour.jpg” button_on_hover=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide use_bg_overlay=”off” use_text_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Seals.webp” button_on_hover=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][et_pb_slide use_bg_overlay=”off” use_text_overlay=”off” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/kelp-store.jpg” button_on_hover=”on”][\/et_pb_slide][\/et_pb_fullwidth_slider][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”27px|0px|1px|0px|false|false”][et_pb_row custom_padding=”30px|0px|28px|0px|false|false” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.3.1″] About the Manor House [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding=”0|0px|29px|0px|false|false” _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.3.1″] History of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1112","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1112","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1112"}],"version-history":[{"count":25,"href":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1112\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1165,"href":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1112\/revisions\/1165"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.manorhouserathlin.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1112"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}