Ballylickey Neighbourhood Guide
Cork
About Ballylickey
Ballylickey is a small rural and coastal settlement on the N71 between Bantry and Glengarriff, at the head of Bantry Bay in west County Cork. It has a peaceful, scenic character, with wooded hills, shoreline views and easy access to the Beara Peninsula and the wider Wild Atlantic Way. Daily life is quiet and car-dependent, with Bantry providing the nearest larger centre for supermarkets, schools, healthcare, banking and a broader choice of shops and services. Local hospitality is centred on places such as the well-known Eccles Hotel in Glengarriff and nearby pubs, restaurants and cafés in Ballylickey, Bantry and Glengarriff. The area is particularly suited to people who value walking, boating, fishing and outdoor pursuits, with Glengarriff Nature Reserve and the coastal landscape close by. The local educational option is The Water School, while families may also look towards Bantry and Glengarriff for primary and secondary schooling. Road access is provided by the N71, with regional bus services connecting the villages and Bantry; the nearby Whiddy Island ferry serves the island from Bantry Harbour, while Naval Air Station Whiddy Island is a map-listed nearby transport-related location rather than a public passenger airport. Ballylickey offers a tranquil base with strong links to Bantry’s amenities and the more rugged scenery around Glengarriff and Kealkill.
Property Market in Ballylickey
Based on 8 properties for sale in Ballylickey
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballylickey
Schools
A local water-focused educational facility associated with outdoor and marine learning.
Primary-school provision available in nearby Bantry for local families.
Secondary education option serving students from Bantry and surrounding west Cork communities.
Local primary school serving children in Glengarriff and nearby rural areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main west Cork route linking Ballylickey with Bantry, Glengarriff and Kenmare.
Regional buses connect Ballylickey and neighbouring villages with Bantry and wider destinations.
Passenger and vehicle ferry service linking Bantry Harbour with Whiddy Island.
Map-listed former naval aviation site on Whiddy Island, not a public airport.
Amenities
Nearby commercial centre with supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, banks and everyday services.
Beautiful woodland reserve with marked walks, gardens and access to scenic river valleys.
Historic Glengarriff hotel known for dining, drinks and a picturesque waterfront setting.
Sheltered coastal waterway supporting boating, fishing, walks and striking shoreline views.
Nearby hospital providing local medical services and community healthcare support.
Public library offering books, study facilities, events and community information services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Scenic golf club near Bantry offering coastal west Cork golfing facilities.
Popular gardens and woodland attraction showcasing extensive bamboo and subtropical planting.
Local club supporting sailing and boating activities around Bantry Bay.
Waterfront base for harbour activities, boat trips and access to Garnish Island.
Regular local market featuring produce, crafts and food from west Cork producers.
Properties For Sale near Ballylickey
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