About Clonaslee
Clonaslee is a small, close-knit village in north County Laois, set in the foothills of the Slieve Bloom Mountains and surrounded by attractive countryside. It has a rural, community-minded character, with village homes, farms and woodland areas creating a peaceful setting while everyday services remain within easy reach. Clonaslee National School serves local primary pupils, with secondary education generally accessed in nearby towns such as Mountmellick, Portlaoise or Tullamore. The village is served by local bus connections and is positioned on the R422, giving road access towards Mountrath, Mountmellick, Kinnitty and the wider Midlands; most regular commuters rely on cars, with rail services available from nearby stations including Portlaoise and Tullamore. Local amenities include a small selection of shops, services, cafés and traditional pubs, while larger grocery shopping and retail trips are usually made in Mountrath, Mountmellick, Portlaoise or Tullamore. The Slieve Bloom Way and nearby forest and mountain routes provide excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and enjoying the landscape, and the village is close to notable attractions such as Kinnitty Castle and the Slieve Bloom Mountains. Clonaslee’s community hall, sporting organisations and local events contribute to a sociable village atmosphere, making it particularly appealing to people seeking quiet rural living with a strong sense of place.
Property Market in Clonaslee
Based on 3 properties for sale in Clonaslee
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Clonaslee
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Clonaslee and surrounding rural areas.
Nearby secondary school providing post-primary education in Mountmellick.
Co-educational post-primary school serving Mountmellick and neighbouring communities.
Established secondary school option available in nearby Tullamore.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road through Clonaslee linking the village with Mountrath, Kinnitty and Mountmellick.
Bus connections provide links between Clonaslee and surrounding Laois and Offaly communities.
Intercity rail station offering Dublin, Limerick and wider regional connections.
Midlands rail station providing services towards Dublin, Galway and surrounding destinations.
Waymarked routes pass through the wider area’s forests, hills and scenic countryside.
Amenities
Convenient local provisions and everyday services within the compact village centre.
Traditional community pubs provide refreshments and informal social meeting places.
Venue for local activities, meetings, classes and community events.
Scenic upland landscape offering walking, cycling, forestry trails and panoramic views.
Nearby wooded countryside and river scenery popular for walks and nature outings.
Historic castle and estate near Kinnitty, set within the Slieve Bloom landscape.
Nearby towns provide supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, banks and broader everyday shopping.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local organisation supporting village initiatives, events and community development.
Community Gaelic games club serving players and families from the surrounding area.
Popular local walking network showcasing forests, mountain trails and rural scenery.
Independent shops, services and hospitality businesses supporting daily village life.
Nearby Areas
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