About Quin
Quin is a historic village in east County Clare, around 11 kilometres south-east of Ennis and within the V95 Eircode area. It is best known for Quin Abbey, whose medieval ruins give the village a distinctive heritage character, while the surrounding countryside is predominantly green, rural and residential. Day-to-day life is quieter than in Ennis, with a close-knit village atmosphere and straightforward access to larger shopping, employment and services in Ennis, Shannon and Limerick. Families have local primary-school provision, including Quin National School, while secondary schools and a broader range of education services are available in Ennis and nearby towns. Road transport is central to commuting: the R469 links Quin with Ennis and Newmarket-on-Fergus, with the M18 accessible for journeys towards Shannon, Limerick and Galway. Local social life centres on village pubs, community activities and nearby cafés and restaurants, supplemented by Ennis’s larger choice of dining and entertainment. Residents have access to village amenities, playing fields and countryside walks, with Quin Abbey, Quin Castle and the surrounding Clare landscapes providing notable landmarks and leisure settings.
Property Market in Quin
Based on 8 properties for sale in Quin
Property types
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What’s in Quin
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Quin and surrounding rural communities.
School playing field used for football and local outdoor sporting activities.
Primary education option in Ennis, serving families seeking an Educate Together setting.
Primary school provision available in nearby Ennis for local families.
Well-established secondary school in Ennis, accessible by road from Quin.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional road connecting Quin with Ennis, Newmarket-on-Fergus and surrounding villages.
Nearby motorway route providing convenient links towards Shannon, Limerick and Galway.
Mainline station offering rail services towards Limerick, Galway and Dublin connections.
Regional bus hub serving Ennis and onward routes across County Clare.
International airport approximately nearby, useful for regional and overseas travel.
Amenities
Impressive medieval Franciscan abbey ruins and one of the village’s defining landmarks.
Historic tower-house landmark near the village, reflecting Quin’s rich medieval heritage.
Traditional local pubs provide informal meeting places and community-focused evening socialising.
Small-scale local shopping supports everyday essentials, with larger retailing available nearby.
Local outdoor pitch supporting school sport and community football activities.
Nearby county town offering supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and professional services.
Scenic surrounding countryside offers attractive rural views and opportunities for walking.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting football, hurling and community participation.
Village venue hosting local activities, meetings, classes and community events.
Heritage attraction drawing visitors and supporting the village’s tourism identity.
Long-established local businesses providing hospitality and important social spaces.
Nearby Ennis provides broader employment, retail, dining and professional-service opportunities.
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