About Valleymount
Valleymount is a small, scenic rural village in west County Wicklow, overlooking the northern end of the Blessington Lakes and surrounded by the Wicklow uplands. The area has a peaceful, close-knit feel, with scattered farms, lake views and easy access to countryside rather than a conventional suburban layout. Day-to-day life is quiet and car-dependent, with the larger service centre of Blessington providing most supermarkets, shops, schools and professional services. Valleymount has a local primary school and community facilities, while secondary-school options are generally found in Blessington or further afield. Road access is the main transport option, with Blessington and Naas practical destinations for commuting and broader shopping; Dublin is reachable by road, though journeys vary with traffic. Local hospitality is centred on village pubs and nearby lakeside or country venues, complemented by cafés, restaurants and other services in Blessington. Outdoor recreation is a major attraction, including walking, cycling, fishing and water-based activities around the Blessington Lakes and the wider Wicklow landscape. The village also benefits from its proximity to places such as Hollywood, Lacken, the Glen of Imaal and Glendalough, making it appealing to residents who value rural living, scenery and community life.
Property Market in Valleymount
Based on 6 properties for sale in Valleymount
Property types
Bedrooms
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What’s in Valleymount
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Valleymount and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed secondary school in nearby Blessington, offering post-primary education locally.
Primary school in Blessington providing an alternative, multi-denominational education option.
Established primary school serving senior pupils from Blessington and nearby areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Valleymount with Blessington and the surrounding Wicklow countryside.
Scenic regional road providing access towards Hollywood, the uplands and Glendalough routes.
Nearby bus connections provide links towards Dublin, Naas and surrounding villages.
Strategic national route giving road access towards Tallaght, Dublin and the south-west.
Nearest practical rail station, offering commuter and intercity connections via Kildare.
Amenities
Local social hub for drinks, informal gatherings and community events.
Large reservoir landscape popular for walking, fishing, scenery and outdoor recreation.
Historic house and extensive parklands near Blessington with trails and visitor attractions.
Nearby centre for supermarkets, cafés, pharmacies, banks and everyday household services.
Public library offering books, study facilities, community services and local events.
Popular walking and cycling route following the lakeside landscape near Blessington.
Nearby GP and pharmacy services covering routine healthcare needs for local residents.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local community organisation supporting village events, projects and rural amenities.
Gaelic games club serving Valleymount and surrounding communities in west Wicklow.
Established nearby club offering Gaelic games and activities for different age groups.
Local rugby club providing youth and adult participation close to Valleymount.
Important local visitor and recreation asset supporting walking, fishing and waterside activities.
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