About Windy Arbour
Windy Arbour is a compact, established suburban locality in south Dublin, within the D14 area between Clonskeagh, Dundrum and Goatstown. It has a largely residential character, with mature housing, leafy streets and convenient access to the River Dodder and the wider UCD area. The neighbourhood is particularly well placed for commuters, as Windy Arbour Luas stop provides a direct Green Line connection towards Dundrum, Sandyford and the city centre. Several Dublin Bus routes serve nearby roads, while the M50 and N11 are accessible by car. Local day-to-day shopping is centred on nearby Dundrum, Goatstown and Clonskeagh, with Dundrum Town Centre providing extensive retail, dining and cinema options. Residents also have easy access to cafés, restaurants and pubs in Dundrum and along the Stillorgan Road, while the area’s parks, playing fields and river walks support an active lifestyle. Schools and university facilities at UCD are close by, and the neighbourhood benefits from its proximity to the UCD campus, Airfield Estate and the amenities of south Dublin.
What’s in Windy Arbour
Schools
Large south Dublin campus offering extensive academic, sporting and cultural facilities.
Well-established Catholic secondary school serving pupils in the wider Dundrum area.
Independent co-educational school located near Ballinteer and Dundrum.
Multi-denominational primary school serving families around Goatstown and neighbouring districts.
Local primary school in Meadowvale, serving the Dundrum and Ballinteer community.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Green Line stop connecting locally with Dundrum, Sandyford, Ranelagh and central Dublin.
Regular bus services provide links towards the city centre, UCD and south Dublin.
Nearby Green Line stop serving Dundrum Town Centre and surrounding residential districts.
Accessible regional road connection linking south Dublin with national motorway routes.
Important arterial route towards the city, UCD, Stillorgan and southeast Dublin.
Amenities
Major shopping, dining, entertainment and cinema complex a short distance away.
Historic working farm and gardens offering walks, food, events and family activities.
Extensive university sports facilities, pitches, courts and fitness services near Clonskeagh.
Popular riverside pub and restaurant beside the River Dodder in Milltown.
Recognisable restaurant in Dundrum Town Centre serving casual, contemporary dishes.
Public library providing books, study space, events and community services.
Large nearby public park with riverside walks, sports areas and playground facilities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
University-based Gaelic games club with facilities and activities near Clonskeagh.
Established rugby club connected with University College Dublin’s sporting community.
Community football club providing youth and adult participation around Dundrum.
Broad mix of national retailers, independent services, restaurants and leisure operators.
Student organisation hosting clubs, societies, events and community-focused activities on campus.
Nearby Areas
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