About Our Lady's Island
Our Lady’s Island is a small rural village and parish in south County Wexford, centred on the historic pilgrimage church and the lake that gives the area its name. It has a peaceful countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland and wetlands, while the coast and beaches around Carne, St Helen’s and Rosslare are within easy reach by car. The village is best suited to residents who value space and a quieter pace, although Rosslare Harbour, Wexford town and the N25 provide useful connections for commuting and everyday services. Local education is centred on the village primary school, with secondary schools and broader services available in nearby Rosslare, Bridgetown and Wexford. Shopping is modest but practical, with local shops and garages supplemented by supermarkets and larger retail choices in Rosslare and Wexford. The area has a strong community and sporting identity, with Gaelic games, soccer and parish activities featuring prominently. The lake, church grounds and surrounding lanes provide attractive walking and birdwatching opportunities, while beaches and coastal amenities are close by. For pubs, cafés and restaurants, residents generally use nearby Kilrane, Rosslare, Tagoat and Wexford, alongside local parish and community venues.
Property Market in Our Lady's Island
Based on 10 properties for sale in Our Lady's Island
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Our Lady's Island
Schools
Local primary school serving children from the village and surrounding rural parish.
Nearby primary school serving families in Tagoat and the surrounding south Wexford area.
Primary school located near Rosslare Harbour and accessible from neighbouring townlands.
Post-primary and further-education option serving communities west of Our Lady’s Island.
Established secondary school in Wexford town, within commuting distance by road.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main local road linking Our Lady’s Island with Rosslare, Tagoat and Wexford routes.
Important south Wexford route connecting the area with Wexford town and New Ross.
Rail station providing services towards Wexford, Waterford and Dublin connections.
Bus links are available through nearby Rosslare, Tagoat and Wexford, with rural coverage varying.
Wider public transport interchange for commuting, shopping, education and regional travel.
Amenities
Historic pilgrimage site beside a scenic lake, with pleasant views and local walking interest.
Small-scale everyday provisions are available locally, with larger shopping in Rosslare and Wexford.
Popular sandy beach offering swimming, walks and seasonal seaside activities nearby.
Nearby coastal centre with shops, cafés, pubs, services and access to ferry travel.
Long-established nearby pub offering food and a traditional local meeting place.
The nearest major centre for supermarkets, specialist shops, restaurants, healthcare and entertainment.
Nearby countryside and wetland landscape valued for walking, wildlife and birdwatching.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting community sport and youth participation.
Nearby parish club providing Gaelic games and community sporting activities.
Local association football club serving players from Rosslare and surrounding communities.
Active parish network supporting religious, social and local community events.
Ferry-port, hospitality and service employers contributing significantly to the local economy.
Properties For Sale near Our Lady's Island
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