Drishane Castle, Drishane Castle, County Cork, Ireland, Ireland

Drishane Castle

Drishane Castle, County Cork, Ireland, Ireland

Drishane Castle is a historic castle complex near Millstreet in County Cork, Ireland. Its oldest part is a medieval MacCarthy tower house built in the 15th century, which still stands as a prominent example of Irish tower-house architecture and is recognized as a National Monument of Ireland. Over the centuries, the property passed through several owners, including the Wallis family, who built and expanded an adjoining country house in the 18th century. The estate later served as a convent and boarding school before returning to private ownership. Set amid the scenic countryside of County Cork on the banks of the Munster Blackwater, Drishane Castle is known for its impressive stone tower, rich history, and blend of medieval and later architectural styles, making it an important local landmark.

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Unnamed Road, Drishane More, Co. Cork, Ireland

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