About Sneem
Sneem is a picturesque village on the Iveragh Peninsula in south-west County Kerry, set beside the Sneem River and surrounded by mountain, woodland and coastal scenery. It has a small, friendly and strongly community-oriented character, with a steady local population supplemented by visitors travelling the Ring of Kerry and Wild Atlantic Way. Day-to-day life is village-based: the centre provides pubs, cafés, small shops and essential services, while larger supermarkets, retail and professional services are available in nearby Kenmare. The Old Schoolhouse is a notable local education reference, while families also use primary and secondary schools in surrounding villages and towns. Road travel is central, with the N70 connecting Sneem towards Kenmare, Castlecove and Waterville; bus services provide links along the peninsula, although commuting generally requires a car. Parknasilla Resort & Spa and its golf course offer well-known leisure facilities nearby, and the surrounding coastline, beaches, walking routes and mountain landscapes provide extensive outdoor recreation. The Doolittle Bar is one of the locality’s recognisable social venues, while Sneem’s village pubs and restaurants become particularly lively during the tourist season.
Property Market in Sneem
Based on 13 properties for sale in Sneem
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Sneem
Schools
Historic local building associated with Sneem’s educational and community heritage.
Local primary provision serving children from Sneem and surrounding rural areas.
Additional primary-school options are available in nearby Kenmare, roughly half an hour by road.
Mixed secondary school serving Kenmare and a wide surrounding catchment.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Sneem with Kenmare, Castlecove, Waterville and wider Iveragh.
Seasonal and regional services connect Sneem with Kenmare and neighbouring peninsula communities.
Nearby Kenmare provides broader bus links and access to shops and services.
Killarney and Kerry Airport are reached by longer road journeys across the county.
Amenities
Landscaped coastal resort offering accommodation, spa facilities, trails and family activities.
Visit website ↗Recognisable Sneem bar offering a traditional local setting for drinks and conversation.
Small selection of seasonal cafés, eateries and pubs serving residents and visitors.
Village green areas, riverside scenery and nearby paths support everyday outdoor recreation.
Convenient village-based retail and essential services, with larger choice in Kenmare.
Nearby coves and shoreline viewpoints provide swimming, walking and scenic outdoor opportunities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local venue supporting community activities, events and social gatherings.
Community Gaelic games organisation serving players and families across the parish.
Major local employer and visitor destination with accommodation, dining and leisure facilities.
Independent local venues underpin the village’s social life and tourism economy.
Properties For Sale near Sneem
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