About Aughnacliffe
Aughnacliffe is a small rural village in north County Longford, close to the Cavan border and within easy reach of Arva, Ballinalee, Drumlish, Dring and Loch Gowna. The area has a quiet, close-knit character, with dispersed countryside, farmland and lakes shaping everyday life more than urban development. Local services are centred on the village and nearby settlements, while larger weekly shopping trips are typically made to Longford town, Cavan or nearby market towns. Aughnacliffe has a primary-school presence locally, with secondary education and a broader range of services available in surrounding towns. Road transport is the main commuting option, with the N55 and regional roads linking the area towards Longford, Cavan and the wider Midlands; public transport is more limited than in larger centres. Social life is based around local pubs, GAA activity, community events and neighbouring villages, with cafés, restaurants and everyday conveniences found locally or within a short drive. The surrounding lakes and countryside provide opportunities for walking, fishing and outdoor recreation, while nearby Lough Gowna and Arva add further shops, sports facilities and services.
Property Market in Aughnacliffe
Based on 6 properties for sale in Aughnacliffe
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Aughnacliffe
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Aughnacliffe and the surrounding rural area.
Mixed post-primary school serving students across north Longford and neighbouring communities.
Visit website ↗Established secondary school in Cavan town, accessible for older students from the area.
Post-primary school in Longford town offering a broad range of secondary education.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Key regional route linking north Longford with Cavan and Athlone directions.
Connects Aughnacliffe and surrounding villages with Longford town and nearby settlements.
Mainline station providing Dublin and westbound rail services, reached by road.
Regional bus connections available from larger nearby towns rather than the village itself.
Amenities
Small-scale everyday shopping and local services serving the surrounding rural catchment.
Traditional village pubs providing informal social spaces and occasional food or events.
Nearby lake and village area known for fishing, walking and outdoor recreation.
Venue for local meetings, activities, classes and community events.
Wider supermarkets, professional services and healthcare facilities available approximately nearby.
Larger shopping, dining, cultural and medical provision within reach by road.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult participation and community events.
Community organisation involved in local initiatives, facilities and village activities.
Nearby GAA club offering football and community sporting opportunities in the area.
Local network supporting fishing, recreation and engagement with the surrounding lakes.
Properties For Sale near Aughnacliffe
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