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On S edge of extensive area of scrub, built on rock outcrop. This tower house is a national monument (no. 244) in state care. Two-storey remains of rectangular tower (8m N-S; 9.6m E-W). Entered through rebuilt ground-floor door in E wall. Lobby gives access to guard room to S; main chamber to W; doorway to N leading to spiral stairs. Main chamber contains three deep embrasures, with narrow windows. Little remains of 1st-floor.
The above description has been derived from D. Lavelle (compiler), An Archaeological Survey of Ballinrobe and District including Lough Mask and Lough Carra. Lough Mask and Lough Carra Tourist Development Association (1994), No. 707.
Date of upload: 7 January 2015
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