15th C. – Castle Matrix, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick
The castle was built as a fortress during the early 1400s by the 7th Earl of Desmond. In the early 1600’s the castle was granted to the Southwell family who converted it to a manor house.
1780s – Beechmount, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick
Originally known as Mount Morgell and the home of the Morgell family in the 18th century. Central block with two smaller wings,
