Rahan Lodge (Killina / Coill an Átha)

 detached house, listed building / architectural heritage, 1740s construction

Rahan Lodge, County Offaly.
Detached three-bay two-storey over basement house, built in 1740, with return to rear. Set within its own grounds. Hipped slate roof with terracotta ridge tiles, ruled-and-lined rendered chimneystacks with terracotta pots.
This well proportioned and adequately designed house contains many original features which enhance its appearance such as the timber sash windows and eaves brackets. The elaborate composition of its classically designed door surround is articulated by the carved and finally finished stone dressing. These features enliven the visual appearance of the house whilst enhancing the architectural significance of the building. The historical significance of the house is associated with the cartographic Pettrie family for whom the house was built. Subsequently it was also owned by Maire O'Brien who donated both land and money for Saint Stanislaus College and the presentation convent within the village of Rahan.