Castletownshend has been the seat of the Townshend family in Ireland for many generations. The original house was built in 1650, but it suffered a series of fires and subsequent refurbishments in the 17th century. It was the addition of its towers that finally allowed it evolve into the beautiful castle we see today. But it is its position on the waterfront of lovely Castletownshend Harbour which really sets it apart, and gives it that wonderful picture-postcard look. WWW.WONDERFULIRELAND.IE
