Glamping site · Rathlin Island · Antrim

Rathlin Glamping Pods

Four en-suite glamping pods on the shore at Church Bay, Rathlin Island, one with a hot tub, with a shared firepit and stone barbecues.

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Some dogs
Campfires
Near beach
Glamping

Rathlin Glamping has the only pods on Rathlin Island, set on the shore at Church Bay a five to ten minute walk from the ferry harbour. The island is six miles off the Antrim coast, reached by a short ferry from Ballycastle that you book yourself. All four pods face the water, and each is insulated, double glazed and pine lined, with its own shower room and toilet, heating, power and USB points, and a mini kitchen with a single hob, microwave, kettle and fridge.

Each pod has a double bed and a pull-out day bed, so up to four can sleep, though the limit is three adults or two adults and two children. Pillows are provided but bed linen is not. Outside there is a shared firepit, traditional stone barbecues, tables and a BBQ hut for bad weather. Pod One has a private hot tub and is the only pod that takes dogs. In summer you can walk to the puffins at the RSPB West Light, and with no streetlights the night skies are very dark.

Only glamping pods on Rathlin Island, facing the sea
En-suite shower room and mini kitchen in every pod
Pod One has a private hot tub and takes dogs
Shared firepit, stone barbecues and BBQ hut
Dark skies and puffin walks nearby

Photos

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OpenNot known

Arrive / leaveFrom 13:00 / by 10:00

DogsIn some accommodation

CampfiresIn fire pits only

PoolNone

ElectricYes

Prices

Pod One is 160 pounds a night for two people. Pods Two to Four are 100 to 120 pounds a night depending on season. One night is fine most of the year; in July and August a two-night minimum may apply to Pod One and at weekends on all pods.

When is it cheapest?

One night for two adults in the pods two, three and four, every night of the next year. Tap a day to price it.

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October 2026 from £100

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November 2026 from £100

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December 2026 from £100

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January 2027 from £100

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February 2027 from £100

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March 2027 from £100

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The full price list we hold (2026)

Rates

For	Season	Nights	Price
pod-one	Any	Any	£160 unit_night, incl. 2 adults
pods-two-three-four	Any	Any	£100 unit_night, incl. 2 adults

People

Adult: £20 night
Child: £15 night

Extras

Dog: £15 night (Per pet, Pod One only; guide and assistance dogs free)
Linen: £10 item (Sleeping bag and pillowcase set, per person)

Minimum stays

2 nights: May apply in July and August on Pod One, and at weekends on all pods

Deposit: Deposits are strictly non-refundable, except in full if the ferry is cancelled

Source: rathlinglamping.co.uk, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.

Places to stay

Pod One (hot tub, dogs allowed)

Pod · 1 of them · sleeps 4

1 double, 1 pull-out day bed
Bedding extra
Kitchenette kitchen
Electric heater
Own toilet
Own shower
Hot tub
Dogs OK

Private hot tub on a decked terrace. The only pod that takes dogs. Maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children, or 1 adult and 3 children. Pillows provided; sleeping bag and pillowcase set 10 pounds per person.

Pods Two, Three and Four

Pod · 3 of them · sleeps 4

1 double, 1 pull-out day bed
Bedding extra
Kitchenette kitchen
Electric heater
Own toilet
Own shower
No dogs

Same layout as Pod One without the hot tub. Maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children, or 1 adult and 3 children. No dogs.

Rules

Dogs: In some accommodation · up to 1 · £15 night · on leads
Pod One only; book in advance; never left alone in the pod
Dogs stay in Pod One only for 15 pounds per pet per night and must be on a lead at all times. Guide and assistance dogs are free with advance notice.
Fires: In fire pits only
BBQs: In the communal BBQ area only
Shared firepit and traditional stone barbecues in the grounds.
Pool: None
Groups: By arrangement
Quiet hours: 22:00 – 08:00
Arrival: From 13:00 until 18:00
Arrange in advance with the owners
Vehicles: Car by your pitch
Music: No loud music at any time; use headphones
Cancellation: Deposits are non-refundable; refunded in full if the ferry operator cancels
Also: No smoking or vaping in pods or communal areas
Also: Guests arrange their own ferry crossing from Ballycastle
Also: Hot tub not to be used before 10am or after 10pm, and is unavailable after 8am on departure day

Facilities

Washing and toilets

Toilets
Showers (Free)
Hot water

Pitches and power

Electric hook-up
Drinking water
Phone charging

Food and drink

BBQ area
Fire pits

Things to do

Hot tub or spa
Undercover area

Around the site

Sea views
Path to the beach
Dark skies

Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.

Location

Church Bay, Rathlin Island, Rathlin Island, BT54 6RT

Nearest pubMcCuaig's Bar5 min walk
Nearest ferryRathlin Island Ferry0.3 miles

Directions in Google Maps

Questions people ask

Are dogs allowed at Rathlin Glamping Pods?

Dogs are allowed in some of the accommodation but not all. Up to 1 per pitch or unit. They cost £15 a night. Pod One only; book in advance; never left alone in the pod.

Can you have a campfire at Rathlin Glamping Pods?

Yes, in fire pits. BBQs: in the communal bbq area only.

How much does it cost to stay at Rathlin Glamping Pods?

From £100 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Pod One is 160 pounds a night for two people. Pods Two to Four are 100 to 120 pounds a night depending on season. One night is fine most of the year; in July and August a two-night minimum may apply to Pod One and at weekends on all pods.

Does Rathlin Glamping Pods have a swimming pool?

No.

Does Rathlin Glamping Pods have electric hook-ups?

Yes.

Which ferry is closest to Rathlin Glamping Pods?

Rathlin Island Ferry, 0.3 miles away.