About Vicarstown
Vicarstown is a small rural village in County Laois, close to the River Barrow and within easy reach of Athy, Kildangan, Ballybrittas, Emo and Stradbally. It has a quiet, community-focused character, with surrounding farmland, waterways and country roads giving it a distinctly rural feel. Day-to-day life is peaceful and suited to residents who value space and local connections, while larger shopping and service centres are available in Athy and Portlaoise. The village’s community facilities provide an important local meeting point, and the nearby Barrow landscape offers opportunities for walking, fishing and outdoor recreation. The local Old School is a notable education facility, with further primary and secondary-school choices found in neighbouring towns and villages. Commuters generally rely on the car, using the M7 and M9 motorway network, while rail services are available from nearby Athy and Portlaoise. Local pub and dining options are limited within Vicarstown itself, so residents commonly travel to Athy, Stradbally or Portlaoise for a wider choice of cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and leisure facilities. The area also benefits from its position between several established communities, supporting access to clubs, sporting organisations and regular community activities.
Property Market in Vicarstown
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Property types
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What’s in Vicarstown
Schools
A local historic school building associated with Vicarstown’s educational and community heritage.
Established primary school in nearby Athy, serving families across the surrounding rural area.
Athy secondary school offering post-primary education and a broad range of subjects.
Primary-school option in Portlaoise, accessible by car from Vicarstown.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local regional route linking Vicarstown with Athy, Kildangan and surrounding villages.
Nearby Dublin–Waterford line station providing commuter and intercity services.
Major rail hub offering frequent services towards Dublin, Cork, Limerick and elsewhere.
Accessible motorway network connecting the area with Dublin, Naas, Portlaoise and Limerick.
Rural bus connections serve nearby towns, though private transport remains most practical.
Amenities
Important local venue for meetings, activities, classes and community events.
Scenic waterway nearby, offering walking, fishing and peaceful countryside surroundings.
Nearby centre for supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pharmacies and everyday services.
Traditional nearby town with local shops, pubs, cafés and community amenities.
Wider choice of retail, restaurants, healthcare, gyms and entertainment within driving distance.
Historic estate and landscaped gardens providing a popular nearby walking and visitor destination.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local meeting place supporting activities, events and connections among residents.
Established Gaelic games club serving Athy and the wider surrounding district.
Local football club providing sporting activities for children and adults.
Nearby golf club offering an established course and membership-based facilities.
Historic estate associated with major local events and the Electric Picnic festival.
Nearby Areas
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