Red House, Dutch-style mansion in Youghal, Ireland.
The Red House is a Dutch-inspired mansion with three floors, a basement level, and distinctive terracotta brick walls that form its striking exterior. It features a curved courtyard at the front and contains substantial interior spaces that originally served the Uniacke family and their household.
The mansion was built in 1703 by Dutch architect Claud Leuventhen for the Uniacke family, with design elements reflecting the William and Mary period. Its construction occurred during a time of active trade connections between Ireland and the Netherlands.
The building earned its name from the distinctive terracotta brick walls shipped from the Netherlands. Inside, visitors notice original wooden paneling and decorative stucco work that reflect the craftsmanship standards of homes belonging to wealthy families of that era.
The mansion is open on weekdays and Saturdays with guided tours available to help visitors understand the architecture and interior features. Check opening times in advance as tours may have limited availability depending on the day of your visit.
The terracotta bricks that define the exterior were transported from the Netherlands across the Atlantic as ballast in trading ships. This unconventional shipping method was a practical solution for Dutch merchants who needed to stabilize their vessels while delivering valuable building materials to Ireland in the early 1700s.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
