About Coolaney
Coolaney is a small, welcoming village in south County Sligo, set beneath the Ox Mountains between Collooney and Ballysadare, with a distinctly rural and community-minded character. The village centre is compact and convenient for everyday needs, while the surrounding countryside offers open farmland, woodland and attractive walking country. Families are served locally by Coolaney National School, with secondary schools and broader education available in nearby towns including Collooney, Ballysadare and Sligo. Coolaney is primarily car-dependent, but the N4 and nearby Collooney provide straightforward access towards Sligo, while regional bus services connect the village and surrounding area. Local social life centres on village pubs, community events and sporting organisations, with cafés, shops and additional restaurants available a short drive away. The area is particularly well placed for outdoor recreation, including the Ox Mountains, local walking routes and nearby beaches and coastal landscapes around Strandhill and the Sligo coast. Sligo town, approximately twenty minutes away by road depending on the route, supplies major supermarkets, healthcare, shopping, cultural venues and regular rail connections.
Property Market in Coolaney
Based on 5 properties for sale in Coolaney
Property types
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What’s in Coolaney
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Coolaney and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving Collooney and neighbouring south Sligo communities.
Established primary school serving Ballisodare and surrounding areas near Sligo.
Nearby post-primary school offering secondary education in Ballymote, south Sligo.
Several established post-primary options are available within commuting distance of Coolaney.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Coolaney’s area with Sligo, Collooney and Dublin.
Nearest railway station, providing services towards Sligo, Dublin and intermediate destinations.
Bus connections serve Coolaney and nearby villages, with wider links via Sligo.
Important local road providing access northwards to Sligo and surrounding settlements.
Main county transport hub offering frequent regional and national bus connections.
Amenities
Compact centre with everyday services, local shops and community-oriented conveniences.
Village pub providing a traditional setting for drinks and local socialising.
Local venue hosting activities, meetings, classes and community events throughout the year.
Open local recreational space useful for children, families and informal outdoor time.
Nearby town provides supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and professional services.
Main acute hospital serving Sligo and the wider northwest region.
Popular nearby coastal destination for walks, surfing, cafés and dramatic Atlantic scenery.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent local GAA club supporting Gaelic football and community participation.
Local association football club providing playing opportunities for children and adults.
Community organisation involved in local initiatives, facilities and village development.
Scenic nearby upland routes offering walking, views and access to rural landscapes.
Independent local enterprises underpin everyday services and the village’s social atmosphere.
Nearby Areas
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