The location is believed to mark the spot of Tech Baithin, an early ecclesiastical foundation, and today consists of a Church of Ireland parish church surrounded by a modern graveyard. The church's history took a significant turn in 1622 when plans were underway to build a new parish church in nearby St. Johnstown. However, the decision was made to rebuild the existing church instead, as it occupied a more central position for the parish community.

The reconstruction work began in 1627 under the direction of rector Thomas Bruce, whose dedication to the project is literally carved in stone. Two inscriptions commemorate his efforts; one tablet discovered beneath the aisle in 1887 reads "Thomas Bruce, aedificavit restoravimus 1627", whilst another plaque above the north door bears a similar Latin inscription alongside Bruce's coat of arms. The church underwent further repairs during the early 19th century, and its windows and door now display Victorian Decorated style features. Intriguingly, several 15th century architectural fragments have been incorporated into the current structure, including carved hood mould stops featuring lion like creatures with vine leaf decoration, remnants of the medieval parish church that once stood here.

The site occupies an enviable position on excellent farmland overlooking the River Foyle to the southeast. Archaeological investigations in 2007 revealed evidence of continuous use from the 18th century onwards, with discoveries including fragments of an 18th or 19th century wall and various domestic items ranging from chinaware to more recent materials. Just north of the graveyard once lay St. Boyne's Well, now filled in, which served as another sacred element of this longstanding religious landscape that has witnessed centuries of worship, renovation, and community life in rural Donegal.