About Fountainstown
Fountainstown is a small coastal settlement on the western side of Cork Harbour, in County Cork, close to Myrtleville and within reach of Carrigaline and Crosshaven. Its character is primarily residential and seaside-oriented, with a strong seasonal element around Fountainstown Beach, while the surrounding countryside gives the area a quieter, village-like feel. Daily life suits people who value coastal walks, swimming and an outdoor lifestyle, although many residents travel to Carrigaline, Douglas or Cork city for larger-scale shopping, employment and services. Fountainstown Beach is the best-known local landmark, with a sandy shore and views across Cork Harbour, and Myrtleville Beach is nearby for additional coastal recreation. Local food and drink options are limited compared with a larger town, but nearby Crosshaven and Carrigaline provide pubs, cafés, restaurants and supermarkets. Families generally look towards schools in Fountainstown, Crosshaven, Carrigaline and nearby villages, depending on age and school preference. Road travel is the main transport option, with connections towards Carrigaline, Ringaskiddy, Cork city and the wider harbour area; public transport is more limited and usually involves nearby bus routes rather than a rail station in the locality. The area also benefits from access to sailing, GAA, pitch-and-putt, walking routes and other community activities around Crosshaven and Carrigaline.
Property Market in Fountainstown
Based on 9 properties for sale in Fountainstown
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Fountainstown
Schools
Local primary school serving children in Fountainstown and surrounding coastal communities.
Primary school in nearby Crosshaven, serving the harbour-side villages and hinterland.
Large post-primary school offering broad secondary education and extracurricular activities.
Established primary school serving families in Carrigaline and neighbouring areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Roads connect Fountainstown with Myrtleville, Crosshaven, Carrigaline and Cork city.
Nearby Carrigaline provides access to bus links towards Cork city and surrounding towns.
Useful commuter facility providing bus connections into Cork city from Carrigaline.
Nearest mainline rail services are available from Cork Kent station in the city.
Amenities
Popular sandy beach with harbour views, swimming, walking and seasonal coastal activity.
Nearby sheltered beach offering another popular option for swimming and seaside walks.
Nearby harbour village with local shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants and community services.
Larger nearby centre with supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pharmacies and everyday retail.
Historic local setting associated with the coastal area and surrounding countryside.
Extensive public park with walking routes, sports facilities and family recreation.
Local outdoor leisure facility popular for casual golf and family recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Well-known harbour sailing club offering training, racing and community maritime activities.
Community Gaelic games club serving Crosshaven and surrounding Cork Harbour communities.
Large local club providing Gaelic football, hurling and juvenile activities.
Historic sailing club based in Crosshaven, with major national and international profile.
Local groups support events, sport, coastal activities and village community life.
Properties For Sale near Fountainstown
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