About Cromane
Cromane is a small coastal and rural locality on the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry, between the shores of Castlemaine Harbour and the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, with Caragh Lake, Glenbeigh and Inch nearby. The area has a quiet, close-knit feel, with scattered homes, working farmland, fishing activity and striking views across the water and surrounding mountains. Day-to-day living is peaceful and car-dependent, although Glenbeigh provides the nearest village services and Killorglin is the main nearby town for broader shopping, secondary education and employment links. Cromane National School serves local primary pupils, while secondary-school options are available in Killorglin and surrounding towns. Bus Éireann services operate along the wider N70 corridor, but most residents rely on cars for commuting, with Tralee, Killarney and the Ring of Kerry routes accessible by road. Local social life centres on traditional pubs, community activities and nearby village businesses, while cafés, restaurants and larger supermarkets are concentrated in Glenbeigh, Killorglin and Cahersiveen. Cromane itself is known for its harbour, seafood and outdoor setting, with beaches, coastal walks, angling, boating and hillwalking all close at hand. The locality is particularly appealing to people seeking a scenic countryside base within reach of Kerry’s major towns and the recreational attractions of the Iveragh coast.
Property Market in Cromane
Based on 3 properties for sale in Cromane
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Cromane
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Cromane and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving Glenbeigh and surrounding villages on the Iveragh Peninsula.
Mixed post-primary school in Killorglin, offering education for surrounding rural communities.
Established secondary-school option serving pupils from wider mid and north Kerry.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional route linking Cromane with Glenbeigh, Killorglin, Cahersiveen and the wider peninsula.
Seasonal and scheduled services connect parts of the Ring of Kerry corridor.
Nearby Killorglin provides broader regional bus links towards Killarney and Tralee.
Nearest mainline station, with trains towards Mallow, Cork, Dublin and Limerick.
Regional airport near Farranfore, offering selected domestic and international services.
Amenities
Working coastal harbour associated with fishing, aquaculture, boating and attractive shoreline views.
Scenic nearby strand providing open coastal space, walks and views across the bay.
Historic village hotel with a bar and food, serving visitors and local residents.
Well-known Killorglin venue offering food, drinks and accommodation in the town centre.
Convenient larger supermarket for weekly groceries and everyday household shopping.
Public library providing books, digital services, study space and community activities.
Local facility offering fitness, sports and indoor leisure activities for residents.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local community organisation supporting events, facilities and initiatives around Cromane.
Community-focused celebration highlighting Cromane’s harbour, seafood and coastal traditions.
Local Gaelic games club serving players and families from Glenbeigh and surrounding areas.
Nearby golf club providing an 18-hole course and clubhouse facilities outside Killorglin.
Local aquaculture and seafood activity reflecting Cromane’s long-established maritime economy.
Nearby Areas
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