About Belmullet
Belmullet is the principal town of the Mullet Peninsula in west Mayo, serving a broad, sparsely populated area between Blacksod Bay and Broadhaven Bay. It has a compact, practical town-centre feel, with surrounding countryside, beaches and coastal scenery giving everyday life a distinctly rural and outdoors-focused character. Families have access to local primary and secondary education, while the town’s shops, supermarkets, cafés, pubs and services support most day-to-day needs without travelling far. Local eating and drinking is centred on the town, with traditional pubs and restaurants offering a sociable community atmosphere, particularly during summer and festival periods. Road travel is the main transport option: Belmullet is connected by regional roads towards Bangor Erris, Ballina, Achill and the wider Mayo road network, while daily bus services provide links to nearby towns and onward connections. Leisure opportunities include the Broadhaven Bay coastline, nearby beaches, walking routes, golf and water-based activities, with the Erris area also known for surfing, angling and dramatic Atlantic landscapes. Belmullet is home to important local amenities including a library, healthcare services, sporting facilities and the Áras Inis Gluaire arts and community centre, while the nearby Céide Fields and Wild Nephin landscapes broaden the area’s appeal for visitors and residents.
Property Market in Belmullet
Based on 13 properties for sale in Belmullet
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Belmullet
Schools
Local primary school serving children in Belmullet and the surrounding Erris area.
Long-established secondary school providing post-primary education in Belmullet.
Post-primary school offering education for students from Belmullet and nearby communities.
Visit website ↗Local further-education provision supporting apprenticeships, training and lifelong learning.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional service linking Belmullet with Bangor Erris, Ballina and connecting destinations.
Main approach through the Mullet Peninsula, connecting Belmullet with Bangor Erris.
Coastal regional route serving parts of Erris towards Ballycastle and north Mayo.
Nearest mainline station, providing rail connections towards Westport, Athlone and Dublin.
Nearest commercial airport, approximately two hours’ drive via Mayo and Galway routes.
Amenities
Belmullet arts and community centre hosting performances, exhibitions, classes and local events.
Visit website ↗Public library offering books, digital resources, study space and community activities.
Local facility providing swimming, fitness and recreational activities for residents.
Scenic links-style golf course overlooking the Atlantic landscape near the town.
Supermarket providing groceries and everyday household shopping in the town.
Central hotel with dining and social facilities serving residents and visitors.
Popular local venue combining traditional hospitality, meals and drinks in central Belmullet.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club with teams and community participation across age groups.
Community football club providing soccer activities and youth development locally.
Member-run golf club offering an Atlantic-side course and clubhouse facilities.
Volunteer group supporting the appearance, planting and environmental improvement of Belmullet.
Local business network promoting enterprise, trade and economic activity across Erris.
Properties For Sale near Belmullet
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