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  Martha's Vineyard Hotel and Spa ~ Vineyard Haven Inn   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-25)
The air is crisp, the water is inviting and the beaches that rim the Island are beckoning for your attention.
Movies, live theater, art galleries, and public beaches are a short stroll from Mansion House's door.
Mansion House's concierge can assist with arranging all these activities.
www.mvmansionhouse.com   (390 words)

  
  Mansion House
Mansion House is one of the grandest surviving Georgian town palaces in London, with magnificent interiors containing elaborate plasterwork and carved timber ornament.
Although Mansion House retains much of its original character, there have been changes - one of the most important of which was the covering of the internal courtyard to form what is now known as the Saloon to provide a large reception area.
Mansion House was originally intended to enable the Lord Mayor to represent the City in appropriate style, and it continues to fulfil this function more than two centuries later.
www.cityoflondon.gov.uk /Corporation/leisure_heritage/architectural_heritage/Buildingswithinthecity/mansion_house.htm   (360 words)

  
  Victorian London - Buildings, Monuments and Museums- Mansion House
The Mansion House, situated at the eastern extremity of the Poultry, is the official residence of the Lord Mayor.
Mansion House.— This official palace of the City sovereign is only about 120 years old, and was built by Dance on the site of the old stocks market.
The Mansion House, of course, is the official residence of the Lord Mayor, erected in 1739-52 by Dance.
www.victorianlondon.org /buildings/mansionhouse.htm   (837 words)

  
 Mansion House, London - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mansion House is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of the City of London.
The Mansion House was built between 1739 and 1752, in the then fashionable Palladian style by the City of London surveyor and architect George Dance the Elder.
Mansion House is not open to the public except for guided group tours, which must be booked in advance.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mansion_House,_London   (433 words)

  
 THE WINCHESTER HOUSE!
The house was rapidly growing and expanding and while Sarah claimed to have no master plan for the structure, she met each morning with her foreman and they would go over the her hand-sketched plans for the day’s work.
In order to insure that the house would never be finished, she decided to board up the front 30 rooms of the mansion so that the construction would not be complete - and also so that the spirits who fell when portion of the house collapsed would be trapped inside forever.
It was a house "where downstairs leads neither to the cellar nor upstairs to the roof." The rooms of the house were counted over and over again and five years later, it was estimated that 160 rooms existed.....
www.prairieghosts.com /winchester.html   (2373 words)

  
 Mansion House Art Center   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-25)
The massive house with its large, inviting wrap-around porch is built of native limestone and bricks.
In addition to serving as a gallery, the Mansion House also is used for classes and a meeting place for the Valley Art Association.
Ajoining the Mansion House, as neighbors in the park, are the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts and the historic Hager House/Museum.
www.wc-link.org /hag/html/mansion_house_art_center.html   (203 words)

  
 Mansion House - Archaeology - Colony of Avalon
All of the original buildings, including the Mansion House, would have stood on the south side of the street; the artificially-filled land to the north had not been created in 1621.
Since almost all of the house lies beneath an existing road, archaeologists may never be able to expose the entire dwelling and compare it with the dimensions provided by early chroniclers.
The presence of this glass in the Kirke house midden indicates the upper-class nature of the dwelling.
www.heritage.nf.ca /avalon/arch/mansion.html   (685 words)

  
 Arlington House - The Custis-Lee Mansion
The mansion, which was intended as a living memorial to George Washington, was owned and constructed by the first president's adopted grandson, George Washington Parke Custis, upon an 1,100-acre tract of land which he had inherited.
With the completion of the central section in 1818, the house stretched 140 feet from the north to the south wing.
Arlington National Cemetery was established by Brigadier General Montgomery C. Meigs, who commanded the garrison at Arlington House, appropriated the grounds June 15, 1864, for use as a military cemetery.
www.arlingtoncemetery.net /arlhouse.htm   (1114 words)

  
 Mansion House Rental Ring of Kerry Ireland
Each of the five main bedrooms in the mansion also benefit from the wonderful views in every direction and are flooded with natural light.
The mansions kitchen is equipped with every modern convenience and has a central rustic table and a charming wood burning stove with a couple of easy chairs at one end - just perfect for curling up and enjoying a freshly brewed cup of coffee.
Although Coolclogher is undoubtedly a historic mansion house it is above all a home from home rental where the emphasis is on guests' comfort.
www.killarney-house-rental.com /interior.html   (387 words)

  
 Mansion House, Dublin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Mansion House on Dawson Street, Dublin, is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of Dublin and has been since 1715.
The Mansion House - The portico to the front was erected for Queen Victoria's visit in 1900, to provide cover for the elderly Queen in her carriage.
In August 2006, the loyalist paramilitary Ulster Volunteer Force claimed they had planted a bomb in the Mansion House in 1981, in an attempt to wipe out the Sinn Féin leadership at their party conference of that year.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mansion_House,_Dublin   (385 words)

  
 Mansion House - Dublin History and Heritage - Dublin
The Mansion House was originally built in 1705 for Joshua Dawson who was the developer of Dawson Street and Nassau Street.
The house was originally faced in brick but was later plastered and the city Coat-of-Arms was added to the pediment.
The Round Room  beside the Mansion House was built in 1821 for a visit by King George IV and it was here that the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1919 and the signing of the Treaty took place.
www.dublinks.com /index.cfm/loc/6-5/pt/28/spid/289D5C55-422B-4F49-8AC20E68D4E88DD0.htm   (185 words)

  
 Mansion House
On the 25th April 1715, the Corporation purchased the house at a cost of £3,500 and also agreed to pay a yearly rent to Dawson of forty shillings and a loaf of double-refined sugar weighing six pounds each Christmas.
The Mansion House is not unique in having been planned and built as a private residence for a wealthy individual, and later taking on a public function.
The Mansion House is unique, however, in that it retains its residential function in addition to its public function.
www.dublincity.ie /your_council/lord_mayor/mansion_house   (308 words)

  
 House History
The Van Schaick Mansion was the home of Anthony Van Schaick, built between 1735 and1755, on a section of the "Half Moon" patent.
Anthony had the house built, it is said, with Holland made brick as facings on the inside and outside of the walls, the space between being filled with brick made on the premises by his slaves.
However, it was Anna that was the heiress of the mansion, which had been built by her great grandfather, Anthony.
www.vanschaickmansion.org /html/house_history.htm   (1386 words)

  
 Woodburn Mansion Haunted House - HauntedHouses.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-25)
The Woodburn Mansion (Governor's Residence) is on King St., in Dover, Delaware.
Woodburn Mansion not only is the home of Delaware governors, but also home to several benevolent spirits and one nasty one, who scares the living, now and then, as they pass by the mansion.
When Daniel Cowgill, a Quaker who owned the mansion at the time, drove the raiders off, one of the raiders decided to hide in the huge Popular that is still in front of the mansion now.
www.hauntedhouses.com /states/de/house.htm   (733 words)

  
 The Mansion Dog House
From sturdy craftsmanship to the stylish touch of a chimney, this dog house is perfect for medium to large sized dogs.
The amply sized house comes complete with a spacious front porch surrounded by beautiful lattice work, to allow your dog both warmth and comfort.
The mansion measures 49"W x 41"D x 50"H. The porch measures 36"W x 44"D x 22"H. The inside measures 39.5"W x 39"L x 34.5"H. Assembly required.
www.wards.com /wards/inktomi_click.asp?product=48539   (102 words)

  
 Mansion House - City of York Council
The Mansion House is the city's premier building and home to the Lord Mayor of York during his or her term of office.
In 1998 the Mansion House was restored by York Civic Trust and with their expertise the house underwent an amazing transformation to be brought back to a standard worthy of the city of York.
The Mansion House has also recently benefited from the installation of a new lift that provides access for those with mobility problems.
www.york.gov.uk /council/mansion/index.html   (164 words)

  
 Mansion House Plans and Mansion Home Plans from 1 House Plans   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-25)
Mansion house plans are perfect for anyone who wants to live in style.
Mansion house plans are usually two to three floors high with an abundance of bedrooms and bathrooms for several family members.
If you have a large family, but feel that the mansion house plan is too modern and you would like something a bit more old fashioned, we recommend the country house plan.
www.1houseplans.com /mansion-house-plans.php   (263 words)

  
 The Mansion House at Poland Spring
"By 1875 the Mansion House had again become inadequate in size, and Alvan Bolster Ricker, the second son, was taken into the firm, and the same year the erection of the Poland Spring House was commenced, and opened in 1876.
"Notwithstanding all the pleasures of summer life at Poland Spring, the Mansion House is in the height of its charm in the fall and winter, and the rapidly growing popularity of the winter here is largely the cause for the recent additions and improvements.
The Mansion House suffered the same decline as the Poland Spring House, and stood empty in 1975 when her sister hotel burned.
baharris.org /historicpolandspring/MansionHouse/MansionHouse.htm   (1082 words)

  
 Mansion House   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-25)
The Mansion House was now a sprawling structure with three stories surrounded by piazzas and covered in white clapboard.
A first rate public house has long been a desideratum of this part of the country, and we congratulate the travelling public on the successful accomplishment of an object so necessary for their comfort.
The Mansion House was the scene of the College's commencement dinner, the early meetings of the Kappa Alpha fraternity, shows, dances, lectures, and other public events, and the management even rented out storefronts in its basement.
archives.williams.edu /williamshistory/greylock/mansionhouse.php   (378 words)

  
 Mansion House - Search Results - MSN Encarta   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-25)
Mansion House - Search Results - MSN Encarta
Mansion House, Georgian Palladian mansion built 1739-1752 as the official residence for the Lord Mayor of London, situated in the City of London....
Clarke, Kenneth, Speech at the Mansion House (quotations): Politicians: The public are usually more…
uk.encarta.msn.com /Mansion_House.html   (112 words)

  
 Mansion House
The Mansion House is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of Newcastle upon Tyne and, by the kind permission of the Trustees, is available for private hire for corporate events, weddings and private occasions.
The House was bequeathed to the City by Sir Arthur in 1953 and became the Mansion House.
This House is the third Mansion House, the first being on the quayside, where the Copthorn Hotel has been built, and the second House was located at Number 1 Ellison Place, which is now part of the University of Northumbria.
www.newcastle.gov.uk /mansionhouse.nsf/a/home?opendocument   (209 words)

  
 Foothills mansion 'idea house'
He describes the house - nestled in the foothills of Canyon Reserve, a private gated community near the base of South Mountain - as a Tuscan influence on Mexican architecture.
Admission for this year's event is $10 and all seasonal items within the house are for sale.
Sedona-based architect Gary Hassen designed the house to flow with the rocky slope of the property.
azcentral.com /community/gilbert/articles/1118AR-IdeaHouse17Z12.html   (536 words)

  
 Our History - Mansion House
Built in 1843, the Mansion House was the second home in Nauvoo of Joseph Smith Jr.
Their bodies were returned to the Mansion House where they laid in state until the burial.
Emma and her family continued to live in the Mansion House for a time, and remained in Nauvoo until her death on April 30, 1879.
www.cofchrist.org /history/MansionHouse.asp   (222 words)

  
 CNN.com - arts & style - White House mansion turns 200 - October 30, 2000
Historians say the White House is important not only because of its architecture but because of the events recorded there, from the nuclear arms reduction treaty signed there in 1987 between Russia and the United States to the first national radio broadcast by Calvin Coolidge in 1925.
The stately mansion, at the heart of the nation's capital, is modeled on an Irish country house and is unusual in that it serves as both the president's home and office.
The house is run like a five-star hotel, a community where its occupants are treated like kings and queens and get all the trappings of royalty along with the power.
archives.cnn.com /2000/STYLE/design/10/30/white.house.reut   (1210 words)

  
 Mansion House   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-25)
The Mansion House stood firmly on Broadway Street in Joplin, Missouri - much to the chagrin of the decent citizens of the vicinity.
In 1896, a petition was signed and given to the City Council asking for the Mansion House to be relocated out of town.
It seems some of the men were embarrassed to walk with their wives and children in the area of the house since strange and perverted noises rang out around the clock and could be heard on the street in front.
www.chipster.net /moman.htm   (140 words)

  
 Mansion House
When the Mansion House was officially opened in April 1749, the total build cost was £8,000 equivalent to around £10 million today.
The Mansion House is still used as the Civic headquarters of Doncaster and contains fine examples of memorabilia that has been collected over the years.
The Mansion House is open to all visitors once a year when the Civic Mayor holds an open day in the summer and there are special events, including a carol concert, held during the year.
www.visitdoncaster.co.uk /Tourism/historical/MansionHouse.asp   (271 words)

  
 Welcome to the ultimate vacation villa in Orlando - a truly stunning and spacious luxury villa, with nothing spared.
© The Mansion House Villa 2005 - 2007
This is an exceptional house with many wow-factors and every conceivable luxury.
We redesigned key elements of the house to provide maximum space and natural light throughout - including a huge balcony.
www.themansionhousevilla.com /index.htm   (412 words)

  
 mansion - Definitions from Dictionary.com
the house of the lord of a manor.
A facility, such as a theater or restaurant, that provides entertainment or food for the public: a movie house; the specialty of the house.
A building that functions as the primary shelter or location of something: a carriage house; the lion house at the zoo.
dictionary.reference.com /browse/mansion   (626 words)

  
 Biltmore Estates - the Vanderbilt Mansion or Biltmore House and Gardens in Asheville North Carolina
Biltmore House Mansion and winery is built by George Vanderbilt in the Gilded Age of America.
The current owners of the Biltmore House are ancestors to William Cecil, who was the Chief Minister of Queen Elizabeth 1 of England.
The mansion is furnished with period furniture and antiques some dating as far back as the 16th century.
www.ashevillelist.com /biltmore.htm   (602 words)

  
 Mansion House - Saint Petersburg, FL - Mansion House Rates and Reviews - SideStep
The Mansion House Bed and Breakfast is a small, historic accommodation option in St. Petersburg.
The bed and breakfast occupies a turn-of-the-century house believed to have been built by St. Petersburg`s first mayor.
Most recently restored in 1991, the charming bed and breakfast features interiors decorated according to the fashion of the early 20th century.
www.sidestep.com /hotels-rates-h12892-mansion_house_saint_petersburg_fl   (227 words)

  
 Rooms
The four guest rooms in the Mansion House are uniquely decorated with just the right combination of comfort and style, all with private bath, fireplace, queen bed and Swedish Pressure Relieving Mattress.
The Mansion House has central air conditioning and hot water heat for year round comfort.
Sunset Cottage on Paw Paw Creek (The Mary Fell House): NEW for 2006!
www.mansionhousebnb.com /room.htm   (260 words)

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