About Bunmahon
Bunmahon is a small coastal village in south-east County Waterford, on the Copper Coast between Annestown and the Mahon River, with the R675 linking it towards Dungarvan and Tramore. It has a peaceful, community-minded feel, combining traditional village life with beaches, cliffs and open countryside. The nearby coast is the main attraction, with Bunmahon Beach and the Copper Coast walking routes offering swimming, surfing, beachcombing and scenic walks, subject to conditions. Education locally centres on Bunmahon National School, while older pupils generally travel to secondary schools in surrounding towns such as Dungarvan, Tramore or Carrick-on-Suir. There is no railway station in the village, so commuting is mainly by car, with rural bus services and connections in larger nearby towns providing alternatives. Everyday shopping and services are limited but useful, with local shops and hospitality supplemented by larger supermarkets and wider retail in Dungarvan, Tramore and Waterford city. The village has a strong local identity, centred on its pubs, community activities, GAA and coastal heritage, while the Copper Coast Mining Trail and Geological Park provide distinctive landmarks close to home.
Property Market in Bunmahon
Based on 1 property for sale in Bunmahon
Property types
Bedrooms
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What’s in Bunmahon
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Bunmahon and surrounding Copper Coast communities.
Well-established secondary school option approximately west of Bunmahon in Dungarvan.
Mixed secondary school serving Tramore and surrounding south-east Waterford areas.
Nearby post-primary option serving pupils from communities along the Mahon Valley.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main coastal road connecting Bunmahon with Annestown, Kilmacthomas and Dungarvan.
Rural services provide connections towards Dungarvan, Waterford and other local towns.
Scenic former railway route accessible nearby for cycling, walking and leisure trips.
Nearest mainline station, providing rail services towards Dublin, Kilkenny and Waterford.
Broader regional transport connections are available after travelling east towards Waterford.
Amenities
Sheltered sandy and shingle beach popular for swimming, walking and coastal recreation.
Open-air geological heritage area explaining the region’s mining and coastal landscape.
Small-scale local venues provide refreshments, informal dining and community social life.
Local facilities support children’s activities, events and village-based community life.
Nearby town provides more extensive groceries, pharmacy, cafés and everyday services.
Larger nearby centre offers supermarkets, shops, medical services and wider amenities.
Clifftop and countryside routes connect beaches, coves, mining sites and viewpoints.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult participation in the community.
Venue for local meetings, classes, social events and community activities.
Local operators and attractions support walking, heritage, outdoor and coastal tourism.
Independent businesses provide essentials, refreshments and important meeting places for residents.
Nearby countryside destination popular for walking, photography and scenic day trips.
Nearby Areas
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