The tower house stands at the northern corner of what was once a square enclosure, roughly 40 metres on each side, now marked only by subtle earthwork scarps. This inner fortification sits within a larger defensive structure; a rectangular bawn measuring approximately 70 metres northeast to southwest and 60 metres northwest to southeast, its outline still visible as a grass-covered area defined by a scarp in the landscape.

This bawn once covered exactly one English acre and was far more impressive in centuries past. Historical records from 1889 describe walls that stood 20 feet high, complete with corner towers and various other structures within the fortified compound. The bawn survived relatively intact into the 19th century before falling into ruin, though its footprint remains clearly visible to those who know what to look for. Such bawns were essential defensive features of Irish tower houses, providing a fortified courtyard where livestock could be protected and daily activities could continue even during times of conflict.

Today, one tangible link to the site’s former grandeur survives in an unexpected location. A memorial stone that once adorned the gateway of the bawn has been carefully preserved and incorporated into the hallway of nearby Adamstown House, ensuring this piece of local history remains protected for future generations. The archaeological survey of this site was compiled by Michael Moore and uploaded to records in August 2012, adding to our understanding of Ireland’s medieval and early modern defensive architecture.