Kilmactranny Neighbourhood Guide
Sligo
About Kilmactranny
Kilmactranny is a small rural village in County Sligo, in the county’s south-east, close to the shores of Lough Arrow and within easy reach of Riverstown, Castlebaldwin and Ballymote. The area has a quiet, close-knit countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland, woodland and mountain scenery rather than an urban village centre. Day-to-day life is peaceful and car-dependent, although the N4 corridor near Castlebaldwin provides practical access towards Sligo, Carrick-on-Shannon and Dublin. Local services are limited, so residents generally combine village facilities with shopping, schools and healthcare in Riverstown, Castlebaldwin, Ballymote or Sligo town. The surrounding landscape offers strong outdoor appeal, including Lough Arrow, the Bricklieve Mountains and nearby forest walks, lakeshores and fishing locations. Pubs and casual dining are found in neighbouring villages and towns, while larger selections of cafés, restaurants and retail are available in Sligo and Carrick-on-Shannon. Families can access primary education in nearby rural communities, with secondary schooling and broader services typically centred on Ballymote, Sligo or Carrick-on-Shannon. Community life is supported by local GAA, angling, heritage and voluntary organisations, giving the district a sociable character despite its dispersed settlement pattern.
Property Market in Kilmactranny
Based on 3 properties for sale in Kilmactranny
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Kilmactranny
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Kilmactranny and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families around Riverstown and the northern Lough Arrow area.
Rural primary school located near the N4 and neighbouring Castlebaldwin.
Post-primary school offering secondary education and a broad range of subjects.
Wider choice of post-primary schools available within commuting distance in Sligo.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route near Castlebaldwin, connecting towards Sligo, Carrick-on-Shannon and Dublin.
Scheduled regional buses serve the N4 corridor close to Kilmactranny.
Nearest practical rail station, with services towards Sligo and Dublin via the Dublin-Sligo line.
Alternative rail station providing Dublin-Sligo line access south-east of the locality.
Broader bus and rail connections available from Sligo town, roughly west of Kilmactranny.
Amenities
Scenic nearby lake known for fishing, boating interests and striking surrounding mountain views.
Lakeside woodland amenity near Ballintogher, offering marked walks and panoramic scenery.
Nearby village provides everyday local services, shops, community facilities and places to eat.
Riverstown heritage area associated with former President Douglas Hyde and local history.
Closest larger service town, with supermarkets, cafés, banks, healthcare and retail.
Main acute hospital serving the wider Sligo region, located in Sligo town.
Wider choice of dining, pubs, culture and shopping available in central Sligo.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games organisation supporting sporting and community activity in the parish.
Established neighbouring club providing Gaelic games and youth participation opportunities.
Local fishing community connected with angling and conservation around Lough Arrow.
Village facility used for local meetings, activities, classes and community events.
Local market-style enterprise showcasing food, crafts and produce from the surrounding area.
Properties For Sale near Kilmactranny
Nearby Areas
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