About Kilmacow
Kilmacow is a rural village and parish in south County Kilkenny, close to the Waterford border and the River Suir, with the X91 routing area reflecting its practical connection to Waterford city. It has a quiet, community-oriented character, combining village homes and farmland with easy access to larger shopping, employment and services in Waterford and nearby towns. Daily life is generally peaceful and car-dependent, although the N25 and M9 provide straightforward regional connections, while Waterford city is close enough for commuting, schools, healthcare and leisure. Kilmacow National School serves local primary pupils, with further education options available in Waterford, Ferrybank and surrounding towns. Local social life centres on parish activities, community organisations and traditional pubs, while nearby Ferrybank and Waterford offer a broader choice of cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and retail parks. The surrounding countryside and River Suir provide opportunities for walking, fishing and outdoor recreation, and local GAA activity is an important part of community life. Historic Kilmacow church sites and the wider Suir valley landscape add a strong sense of place, while neighbouring Fiddown, Mooncoin, Glenmore, Mullinavat, Slieverue and Gracedieu are all within the wider local area.
Property Market in Kilmacow
Based on 15 properties for sale in Kilmacow
Property types
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What’s in Kilmacow
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Kilmacow and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed secondary school in Waterford, offering broad post-primary education and extracurricular activities.
Primary school serving families in Ferrybank and the north-eastern Waterford urban area.
Secondary school in Waterford city with established academic and extracurricular provision.
Nearby technological university campus providing higher and further education opportunities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main east-west route linking Waterford, New Ross, Wexford and Cork approaches.
Motorway connection northwards towards Kilkenny, Carlow and Dublin.
Main nearby rail station providing services towards Dublin and regional connections.
Local and regional bus options are generally accessed through nearby larger settlements.
Short drive to city employment, retail, healthcare, education and transport connections.
Amenities
Local venue for parish, sports, classes and community activities.
Important local club supporting Gaelic games and community participation.
Convenient nearby retail area with supermarkets and everyday services.
Broader range of shops, cafés, restaurants, cultural venues and professional services.
Large municipal sports facility offering swimming, fitness and indoor leisure activities.
Major nearby heritage and cultural attractions in Waterford’s historic centre.
Main acute hospital serving Waterford and the surrounding south-east region.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community-based Gaelic games club with teams across juvenile and adult grades.
Local initiative supporting neighbourhood communication, safety and community engagement.
Parish groups provide social, pastoral and volunteering activities for residents.
Popular nearby walking and cycling route connecting Waterford with the Suir valley.
Convenient cluster of shops, services, food outlets and everyday commercial facilities nearby.
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