Belcamp House

Belcamp House is a Georgian mansion in Balgriffin featuring three stories with a rusticated granite ground floor and an elegant oval room at the rear. This room overlooks the coastal landscape toward Ireland's Eye.

The residence was built in 1785 by James Hoban for Sir Edward Newenham, the architect who later designed the White House in Washington D.C. This early project demonstrated his skill before his move to America.

The Gothic Revival chapel built in 1903 once contained stained glass windows by Irish artist Harry Clarke, which were removed for protection over time. This sacred space reveals the spiritual values the residents held dear.

The grounds contain natural water features including the Turnapin Stream and two ponds that managed water for the estate's operations. These elements helped sustain both the garden and the daily functions of the property.

Sir Edward Newenham built a miniature castle in the garden as a monument to George Washington during his lifetime. This small structure was among the earliest tributes to the American leader erected anywhere.

GPS coordinates: 53.40757,-6.18740

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:00