About Ballymacarbry
Ballymacarbry is a small rural village in County Waterford, set in the scenic, wooded Nire Valley between Clonmel and the Comeragh Mountains. It has a peaceful countryside character, with homes and local services centred on the village and the surrounding townlands, while Clonmel provides the main choice of secondary schools, shopping, healthcare and employment. The area is well suited to residents who value outdoor space and community life, with the Nire Valley and Comeragh uplands offering walking, cycling and fishing opportunities nearby. Day-to-day shopping is limited locally, so many households travel to Clonmel for larger supermarkets, specialist services and regular errands. The village and nearby rural settlements provide traditional pubs and community-focused social life, while cafés, restaurants and broader nightlife are more plentiful in Clonmel. Clonmel’s schools include High School, Presentation Convent & Schools and CBS High School Clonmel, all within practical reach by car or school transport. Road connections are central to commuting, with the N24 providing access towards Clonmel and Waterford, and Clonmel Rail Station offering connections on the Dublin–Waterford line. Local landmarks and activities include the Nire Valley, nearby Knocklofty and the wider Comeragh landscape, making Ballymacarbry an attractive base for a quieter rural lifestyle within reach of town amenities.
Property Market in Ballymacarbry
Based on 32 properties for sale in Ballymacarbry
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballymacarbry
Schools
Established Clonmel secondary school serving pupils from the surrounding south Tipperary and Waterford area.
Longstanding Clonmel school campus offering education within the town’s established education network.
Clonmel secondary school serving boys and families from the wider hinterland.
Visit website ↗Local primary education option serving children in Ballymacarbry and nearby rural communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Clonmel with Waterford and communities across the Suir valley.
Nearest railway station, providing services towards Waterford, Carrick-on-Suir and Dublin connections.
Rural bus and school transport links connect Ballymacarbry with Clonmel and surrounding villages.
Local regional road serving the Nire Valley and connections towards Newcastle and Clonmel.
Amenities
Named local shopping and service destination associated with the wider Clonmel area.
Clonmel-area retail and services location useful for everyday errands and local shopping.
Clonmel shopping centre providing retail units, services and convenient town-centre access.
Pharmacy and health-and-beauty retailer serving local customers in Clonmel.
Visit website ↗Central parking facility supporting visits to the Showgrounds Shopping Centre and nearby shops.
Scenic valley landscape offering walking, fishing, cycling and access to countryside recreation.
Established venue for agricultural, community and seasonal events near the town centre.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club supporting local participation, training and village social life.
Local camogie club contributing to youth sport and community activity in the parish.
Village meeting and activities venue supporting local events, groups and community gatherings.
Large nearby hotel offering accommodation, dining, meetings and leisure facilities outside Clonmel.
Broader retail, café, restaurant, professional and service offering within commuting distance.
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