About Cratloe
Cratloe is a rural village and townland area in County Clare, positioned between Limerick and Shannon and close to the River Shannon corridor. It has a quiet, village-and-countryside character, with homes spread around the village, wooded areas and farmland, while the nearby N18 provides straightforward access to larger employment and service centres. Families benefit from local primary education, with secondary schools and broader shopping and services available in Sixmilebridge, Limerick and Shannon. Commuters can reach Limerick by road or bus, while Shannon Airport is a practical option for air travel and is only a short drive away. Local day-to-day life centres on the village and nearby communities, with pubs, cafés and restaurants in Cratloe, Bunratty and Sixmilebridge rather than a large urban retail centre. The surrounding countryside offers attractive walking and outdoor opportunities, including Cratloe Woods and the Shannon Fields area, while Bunratty Castle and Folk Park provide a major nearby landmark and visitor attraction. Local clubs and community organisations give the area an active social life, particularly through GAA and parish activities.
Property Market in Cratloe
Based on 5 properties for sale in Cratloe
Property types
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What’s in Cratloe
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Cratloe and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed secondary school offering broad post-primary education within convenient driving distance.
Large Shannon secondary school serving pupils from the wider west Clare area.
Limerick provides additional secondary, further-education and specialist schooling options nearby.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Cratloe with Limerick, Shannon, Ennis and Galway.
Local and regional buses connect the village with Limerick, Ennis and nearby settlements.
Colbert Station offers national rail services from Limerick, reached by road from Cratloe.
International airport nearby, with passenger flights and convenient road access from Cratloe.
Amenities
Wooded upland landscape offering scenic walks, countryside views and informal outdoor recreation.
Major heritage attraction with historic buildings, gardens, events and visitor facilities nearby.
Popular nearby cluster of traditional pubs, restaurants and visitor-oriented places to eat.
Nearby village providing convenience shops, cafés, pubs, services and everyday essentials.
Local venue supporting parish activities, meetings, classes and community events.
Club grounds and community facilities supporting Gaelic games and local sporting activity.
Larger nearby centre with supermarkets, retail parks, restaurants, gyms and other services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent local Gaelic games club with teams, pitches and strong community involvement.
Supports local events, facilities and social initiatives across the parish.
Parish organisation connecting residents through worship, pastoral activities and community life.
Established nearby hotel offering accommodation, dining, functions and visitor services.
Independent shops, cafés, pubs and professional services serve surrounding villages and townlands.
Properties For Sale near Cratloe
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