Castletown House is an Irish manor house in the Palladian style, located in Celbridge, County Kildare, Ireland. It was built in 1722 for William Connolly, a member of the Irish Parliament at the time.
The building was designed by Italian architect Alessandro Galilei. Nevertheless, the symmetrical wings were added 2 years later by the other architect, Edward Lovett Pearce.
A lifelong project, the Connolly family had to sell numerous plots of land across Ireland to finance the mansion. The interior decoration was not completed until 1760-1770, thanks to the intervention of Lady Louisa Connolly (a member of the family, and great-granddaughter of Charles II of England and Louise de Keroual).
The manor house has always been perfectly maintained, enabling the Connolly family to sell it in 1965 and entrust it to the state. Since then, the manor has been open to visitors, and can be the venue for grandiose receptions!
Feel free to visit the bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms and kitchen. The manor house has been preserved just as it was in the 18th century, from its architecture to its impeccable furnishings and decor! The manor house also boasts a small in-house museum, including a history of the Connolly family and the subtleties of Palladian style!
Take a stroll around the manor to admire it and enjoy the Celbridge countryside. The grounds are magnificent and well worth a stroll!
Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.
53.349147, -6.530300
October to March
Check the opening hours and admission requirements before you leave, especially during peak season or on Irish public holidays.
