Its entry on Buildings of Ireland, the National Built Heritage Service website, describes Rossanagh House as “a well-preserved example of a substantial later Victorian strong farmer’s house”. The term “strong farmer” has nothing to do with physical strength or prowess, but is a reference to the type of tenancy that was in place.
Upstairs are four fine double bedrooms, three of which are en suite, with the principal enjoying a dual aspect, a walk-in wardrobe and an elegant bathroom. Tennis tournaments with barbecues were held once a month with four families competing, keeping the court busy during the summer months.As testament to how the house can cater for larger events, one of the owners’ children was married here, with 280 guests entertained in a marquee on the paddock behind the tennis court.