Cappagowlan

Small late 18th-century two storey house with five bays and hipped roof built onto the front of a gable ended 17th-century three storey house over a basement with original dog-legged staircase surviving. The walls measure approx. 0.75m thick and the attic has two small square shaped windows visible on the E gable with two blocked up attic lights on the W gable. According to local information 17th-century date revealed during restoration of house several years ago. (Garner 1985, 17; Craig 1982, 194) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Offaly' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 23 May 2011