About Rossport
Rossport is a small, dispersed coastal community in north-west County Mayo, on the shores of Broadhaven Bay and close to the wild Atlantic landscape of the Erris peninsula. It has a strongly rural, scenic character, with rocky coastline, open bogland, quiet roads and far-reaching views towards the Mullet Peninsula and surrounding islands. Day-to-day life is peaceful and community-oriented, although residents generally travel to Bangor Erris, Belmullet or Ballina for a broader range of shops, services and secondary education. Rossport National School provides local primary schooling, while post-primary pupils typically attend schools in Bangor Erris or Belmullet. Local social life centres on the village pub and community facilities, with further cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and healthcare services available in Bangor Erris and Belmullet. The area is well suited to people seeking outdoor recreation, including coastal walking, sea angling, boating and exploring nearby beaches and headlands. Public transport is limited, so a car is usually important; Bus Éireann services connect the wider Erris area, while the N59 provides the main road link towards Bangor Erris, Ballina and Belmullet. Rossport is also known for its connection with the Rossport Five campaign and the wider heritage of north Mayo’s coastal communities.
Property Market in Rossport
Based on 3 properties for sale in Rossport
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Rossport
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Rossport and surrounding coastal communities.
Co-educational post-primary school serving Belmullet and the wider Erris area.
Primary school serving families in Bangor Erris and nearby rural districts.
Post-primary vocational school offering education and practical subjects in Belmullet.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional road route linking north Mayo with Bangor Erris, Ballina and Belmullet.
Limited regional bus connections serve Bangor Erris, Belmullet and wider north Mayo.
Nearby service hub reached by road for shopping, schools, healthcare and onward connections.
Nearest mainline railway station, providing train connections towards Castlebar, Athlone and Dublin.
Amenities
Traditional local pub providing a focal point for conversation, refreshments and community life.
Community venue supporting local activities, meetings and events in the village.
Scenic shoreline suited to walking, wildlife watching, sea angling and exploring tidal inlets.
Nearby village centre providing everyday groceries, cafés, fuel and essential local services.
Main Erris retail hub with supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, banks and professional services.
Indoor leisure facilities and community amenities serving residents across the Erris peninsula.
Nearby medical and pharmacy provision serving Rossport and surrounding north-west Mayo communities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local organisation supporting village events, projects and community development initiatives.
Places connected with the community campaign and Rossport’s distinctive modern local history.
Volunteer maritime safety presence supporting coastal communities and activities across the Erris area.
Coastal golf club offering an established course and clubhouse near Belmullet.
Belmullet arts venue presenting exhibitions, performances, workshops and community cultural events.
Nearby Areas
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