Manor Kilbride Neighbourhood Guide
Wicklow
About Manor Kilbride
Manor Kilbride is a small, rural settlement in west County Wicklow, close to the Kildare and Dublin borders and within reach of Blessington, Brittas and Lacken. It has a quiet countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland, mountain scenery and a strong sense of local community rather than a conventional village-centre layout. Everyday services are generally found in nearby Blessington, while larger shopping, employment and education choices are available towards Naas, Tallaght and Dublin. Families typically use local primary schools or schools in Blessington and surrounding villages, with secondary options requiring a commute. There is no rail station in Manor Kilbride, so residents are largely car-dependent, using local roads to reach Blessington, the N81 and onward bus connections towards Dublin. Blessington provides supermarkets, cafés, pubs, restaurants, healthcare services and community facilities, while the surrounding countryside offers excellent walking, cycling, fishing and watersports around Poulaphouca Reservoir and the Wicklow uplands. The area is particularly appealing to people seeking space and a rural lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of west Dublin, Naas and Tallaght.
Property Market in Manor Kilbride
Based on 5 properties for sale in Manor Kilbride
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Manor Kilbride
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Manor Kilbride and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed post-primary school providing education and a broad range of extracurricular activities.
Primary school option in Blessington serving families across the expanding local area.
Established primary school located in Blessington, serving the surrounding parish community.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Key regional route linking Blessington with Tallaght, west Dublin and the M50.
Local and commuter bus connections provide onward travel towards Dublin and nearby towns.
Useful regional road connecting the Blessington area with Naas and County Kildare.
Nearest practical rail option, providing commuter services towards Dublin and westward destinations.
Accessible by road for national and international flights, subject to traffic conditions.
Amenities
Nearby centre for supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, independent shops and everyday services.
Scenic reservoir offering walking, fishing, watersports and attractive countryside views.
Historic estate near Blessington with gardens, walks, visitor attractions and cultural interest.
Public library offering books, study facilities, events and community services.
Popular waterside walking route with open views across the reservoir and surrounding hills.
Local healthcare and prescription services available in and around the town centre.
Several supermarkets serve weekly shopping needs without travelling into Dublin or Naas.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing sporting and social activities for different age groups.
Community rugby club offering youth and adult participation near the town.
Local soccer club supporting juvenile and adult teams across the surrounding area.
Fishing activity centred on the reservoir and its surrounding waterways.
Major heritage attraction and local employer with gardens, tours and visitor facilities.
Properties For Sale near Manor Kilbride
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