About Clonlara
Clonlara is a rural village and parish in east County Clare, close to the River Shannon and the Clare–Limerick border, with Ardnacrusha, Parteen, O’Brien’s Bridge and Castleconnell nearby. It has a quiet, community-oriented character, combining established village housing and farmland with easy access to Limerick city for employment, shopping and services. Everyday life is relatively peaceful and outdoors-focused, with the Shannon, nearby waterways and surrounding countryside providing opportunities for walking, angling and cycling. The village has local community facilities and a primary-school presence, while secondary schools and a wider choice of education are generally found in Limerick and surrounding towns. Castleconnell provides useful nearby services, including Castleconnell Post Office, shops and places to eat and socialise, while Limerick offers a much broader restaurant, café, retail and cultural scene. Road access is central to commuting, with the N7, R445 and regional roads linking the area to Limerick, Nenagh and surrounding Clare villages; nearby rail and bus options are available in Castleconnell and Limerick. Local pubs, sporting organisations and community groups are important parts of village life, and the area benefits from proximity to notable landmarks such as Ardnacrusha power station and the attractive riverside setting around Castleconnell.
Property Market in Clonlara
Based on 12 properties for sale in Clonlara
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Clonlara
Schools
Historic local school building reflecting Clonlara’s longstanding village and parish community.
Local primary-school provision serving children from Clonlara and surrounding rural areas.
Visit website ↗Nearby primary school serving families around Castleconnell and the lower Shannon corridor.
Mixed secondary school in nearby Corbally, convenient for families commuting towards Limerick.
Large mixed secondary school serving the eastern Limerick and surrounding commuter area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route connecting Clonlara with Limerick, Ardnacrusha and surrounding villages.
Important eastbound corridor linking nearby Castleconnell with Limerick and Nenagh.
Strategic motorway access near Limerick, supporting longer-distance commuting and regional travel.
Nearby station on the Limerick–Nenagh–Ballybrophy line, with limited scheduled services.
Wider local and regional bus connections are available from nearby Limerick and Corbally.
Amenities
Nearby postal service and everyday counter facility in the village of Castleconnell.
Visit website ↗Local venue supporting parish activities, meetings, clubs and community events.
Convenient nearby provisions, services and everyday shopping for local residents.
Picturesque Shannon-side setting popular for walking, fishing and enjoying the outdoors.
Major Shannon hydroelectric station and distinctive nearby engineering and industrial landmark.
Accessible campus amenities, sports facilities and cultural events across the river in Limerick.
Short-distance urban destination for major retail, cafés, restaurants, nightlife and cultural venues.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing sporting activity and community involvement for different ages.
Community football club serving young players and families in the surrounding parish.
Local organisation supporting events, facilities and social activity within the parish.
Riverside angling interests reflecting the area’s strong connection with the Shannon and fishing.
Nearby village venues provide informal dining, refreshments and social spaces for residents.
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