About Glin
Glin is a small historic village on the north County Limerick coast, overlooking the Shannon Estuary and sitting between Foynes and Tarbert. It has a quiet, strongly residential and rural character, with attractive riverside scenery and a close-knit community atmosphere rather than the bustle of a large town. Glin Castle and the village’s historic streets give the area a distinctive sense of place, while nearby countryside, beaches and estuary views provide plenty of outdoor appeal. Families have access to local primary schooling, with secondary schools and wider services generally found in nearby towns such as Tarbert, Newcastle West and Listowel. Day-to-day shopping is centred on village shops and local services, supplemented by larger supermarkets and retail in Newcastle West and Listowel. Glin has traditional pubs and a small selection of cafés and food venues, while Foynes and Tarbert broaden the choice for eating out and everyday amenities. Road travel is essential for most commuting, with the N69 linking Glin to Foynes, Listowel and Tralee, and the Tarbert–Killimer ferry providing an important connection towards County Clare. Residents also benefit from local GAA and community activity, riverside walks and the wider recreational opportunities of west Limerick and the Shannon Estuary.
Property Market in Glin
Based on 4 properties for sale in Glin
Property types
Bedrooms
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What’s in Glin
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Glin and surrounding north Limerick communities.
Co-educational secondary school serving students from Tarbert and the wider surrounding area.
Nearby County Clare secondary school accessible via the Tarbert–Killimer ferry route.
Well-established secondary school option in nearby north County Kerry.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main coastal route linking Glin with Foynes, Listowel, Tralee and Limerick connections.
Vehicle ferry across the Shannon Estuary connecting north Limerick with County Clare.
Regional bus services connect Glin with nearby towns along the N69 corridor.
Former railway location; the area currently relies primarily on road and bus travel.
Routes via Foynes and Newcastle West provide access towards Limerick city and employment centres.
Amenities
Historic riverside castle and one of the village’s most recognisable local landmarks.
Convenient local provisions and everyday services are available within the village centre.
Traditional village pubs provide informal meeting places and occasional food or live entertainment.
Scenic waterside setting suited to quiet walks, views and outdoor recreation.
Popular nearby museum covering aviation, maritime history and the invention of Irish coffee.
Nearby heritage attractions offering historic interest and seasonal visitor experiences.
Larger supermarkets, healthcare, cafés and retail outlets are available in Newcastle West.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult sporting participation.
Local organisation involved in community initiatives, events and village development.
Historic estate contributing significantly to the area’s identity and visitor interest.
Nearby sailing and watersports club based on the Shannon Estuary at Foynes.
Working estuary port and regional employment centre close to Glin.
Nearby Areas
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