The only hints of its former existence are a few fragments of cut stone scattered about, which may have come from the original structure. What makes this site particularly intriguing is a stone plaque embedded in the wall of a nearby stable, bearing the coat of arms of Sir Robert Travers alongside those of his wife, Elizabeth Boyle, and dated 1630. This heraldic stone marks an important chapter in the castle’s history, likely commemorating Sir Robert’s rebuilding of the old Rochford family stronghold.

The stable where the plaque now resides forms part of the 19th century farmbuildings belonging to Castlewhite House, a far cry from the castle that once stood here. Local historian Healy suggests the 1630 plaque specifically marks when the Travers family rebuilt the medieval castle, taking over from the Rochfords who had previously held the lands. Another tantalising piece of evidence mentioned by Cremin is a stone lintel carved with the initials R.T. and E.T., standing for Robert and Elizabeth Travers, though this was unfortunately incorporated into a drain during more recent construction work.

The marriage alliance between Robert Travers and Elizabeth Boyle, represented in the heraldic plaque, connected two prominent Anglo-Irish families of the period. The Boyles were particularly powerful in Cork, with Elizabeth likely being related to Richard Boyle, the Great Earl of Cork. Today, whilst the castle itself has vanished into the landscape, these carved stones serve as the only physical reminders of the wealthy families who once commanded this corner of Cork, their ambitions and alliances literally set in stone.