About Clarecastle
Clarecastle is a village immediately south of Ennis in County Clare, centred on the River Fergus and the historic approach to Clarecastle Castle. It has a settled, community-focused character, with established housing, newer residential development and convenient access to Ennis while retaining a distinct village feel. Local day-to-day life is supported by village shops, services, cafés and traditional pubs, while Ennis provides a much wider choice of restaurants, retail, culture and nightlife a short drive or bus journey away. Families have nearby primary-school options in Clarecastle and access to secondary schools and further education in Ennis. Road connections are particularly useful for commuting, with the N85 linking the village towards Ennis and the M18, while bus services connect with Ennis and other parts of Clare. People's Park provides an attractive local green space, and the surrounding Fergus-side landscape offers opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. Gaelic games and other community activities are important locally, with Clarecastle GAA among the best-known organisations in the area.
Property Market in Clarecastle
Based on 8 properties for sale in Clarecastle
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Clarecastle
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Clarecastle and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed secondary school option serving communities east of Ennis.
Well-known secondary school in nearby Ennis, with a long educational tradition.
Mixed post-primary school offering broad academic and practical subjects in Ennis.
Nearby third-level campus offering undergraduate, postgraduate and professional courses.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road through Clarecastle, linking the village with Ennis and west Clare.
Convenient motorway access for Galway, Limerick, Shannon and wider commuting.
Mapped bus-related stopping and parking area within Clarecastle’s local transport network.
Nearby station providing services towards Limerick, Galway and intermediate towns.
Regional and local buses connect nearby Clarecastle with Ennis and surrounding destinations.
Amenities
Local green space suitable for informal walks, relaxation and family outdoor time.
Convenient local services, shops and everyday facilities within the village.
Nearby county town offering supermarkets, independent retailers, cafés and professional services.
Traditional local venues provide informal meeting places, drinks and light refreshments.
Nearby library offering books, study facilities, events and community services.
Accessible fitness and aquatic facilities serving residents from Clarecastle and Ennis.
Major regional hospital reachable by road for specialist medical services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent local Gaelic games club with teams and activities across age groups.
Venue supporting local meetings, classes, events and community-based activities.
Local shops and service providers support everyday needs and village community life.
Nearby Ennis supplies a broad range of retail, dining and professional services.
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