Today, Curraghchase is very popular with scout troupes and campers from all over the world. The forest park has large, open areas and facilities for those who want to camp out overnight.
Main Lake, Curraghchase House, Co. Limerick
This photo shows the main lake at Curraghchase, where legend has it that a Lady of the Lake appears.
© Limerick County Library.Main Lake, Curraghchase House, Co. Limerick
© Limerick County Library.
© Limerick County Library.
Main Lake, Curraghchase House, Co. Limerick
This photo shows the main lake at Curraghchase, where legend has it that a Lady of the Lake appears.
© Limerick County Library.There is one note of caution with regard to staying at Curraghchase.
The lake facing the de Vere house is said to be haunted by the Lady of the Lake, who can be seen running through the water at various times at night. It is not known who she is or what happened to her, but the story has been told down through the generations.
There is a pet cemetery on the grounds, where the family's beloved dogs, horses and cats were buried.
Pet Cemetery, Curraghchase House, Co. Limerick
© Limerick County Library.
© Limerick County Library.
In 1941, Curraghchase House was accidentally destroyed by fire; in 1957, the State acquired the property.
As well as being developed as a public park, parts of it are now used to grow wood for the timber market.