About Manor Kilbride
Manor Kilbride is a small, rural settlement in west County Wicklow, close to the County Dublin border and within reach of Blessington, Brittas and the Wicklow uplands. It has a quiet, dispersed countryside character, with farms, open fields and mountain scenery rather than a conventional town-centre layout. Day-to-day life is car-dependent, although Blessington provides the nearest substantial choice of shops, services, cafés, pubs and restaurants. Families generally look to nearby villages and towns for primary and secondary education, while commuting is commonly by car towards Blessington, west Dublin, Tallaght and the M50. The surrounding area is well suited to walking, cycling, angling and other outdoor pursuits, with the Blessington Lakes and the Wicklow Mountains among the principal recreational attractions. Local social life is centred on community facilities, GAA activity and traditional pubs in nearby settlements rather than venues within Manor Kilbride itself. Naas, Tallaght and Dublin are also accessible for larger retail, healthcare, employment and leisure facilities, though journey times vary with traffic and weather.
Property Market in Manor Kilbride
Based on 7 properties for sale in Manor Kilbride
Property types
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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 in Manor Kilbride and the surrounding rural community.
Mixed post-primary school providing secondary education in nearby Blessington.
Primary school in Blessington offering an Educate Together education model.
Nearby mixed secondary school serving Dunlavin and surrounding west Wicklow communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local regional route linking Manor Kilbride with Blessington and surrounding Wicklow roads.
Important north-south road connecting Blessington with Tallaght and west Dublin.
Bus service connecting Blessington and surrounding areas with Dublin city and Tallaght.
Nearest practical rail connection, offering services towards Dublin, Kildare and surrounding towns.
Road access to Dublin’s main orbital route and airport generally involves driving via west Dublin.
Amenities
Nearest main shopping area, with supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, services and everyday retail.
Large scenic reservoir popular locally for walking, fishing, boating and waterside recreation.
Historic Palladian house and estate offering gardens, walks and visitor attractions near Blessington.
Public library providing books, study space, community services and local activities.
Lakeside visitor destination with accommodation, outdoor activities and food options near Blessington.
Local medical practice serving residents in Blessington and the surrounding rural hinterland.
Several supermarkets and convenience shops provide regular household shopping close to Manor Kilbride.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting sporting participation and community activity in the parish.
Established club offering Gaelic football, hurling and community activities for local members.
Local golf club providing an eighteen-hole course and clubhouse facilities near the lakes.
Venue for local groups, classes, meetings and community events in the town.
Long-distance walking route accessible from wider Wicklow, with mountain and countryside sections nearby.
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