About Kilcogy
Kilcogy is a small rural locality in south County Cavan, within the N39 routing area and close to Ballyheelan, Finea, Kilnaleck, Loughduff, Dring and Granard. It is characterised by dispersed homes, farmland and a quiet community atmosphere rather than a built-up village centre, making it suited to residents who value space and countryside. Everyday services are generally spread across nearby villages and market towns, with Kilnaleck, Ballyjamesduff, Granard and Longford providing broader shopping, banking, healthcare and dining options. Local education is centred on primary schools in surrounding parishes, while secondary-school choices are typically found in larger nearby towns. Road travel is important, with private cars the practical option for commuting; the N55 and regional roads provide connections towards Cavan, Longford, Athlone and the Dublin–Sligo corridor. Pubs and casual dining are available in nearby villages and towns, while the local social life is strongly connected to GAA clubs, parish activities and community halls. The surrounding lakes, drumlin countryside and rural roads offer opportunities for walking, fishing and outdoor recreation, with Lough Sheelin and the River Inny area among the region’s notable natural features.
Property Market in Kilcogy
Based on 3 properties for sale in Kilcogy
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Kilcogy
Schools
Local primary school serving families in the Ballyheelan and surrounding rural parish area.
Nearby primary school providing mainstream education for children from the surrounding countryside.
Established rural primary school serving the Lough Gowna community and hinterland.
Post-primary school offering a broad secondary curriculum and extracurricular activities.
Community secondary school serving Granard and surrounding north Longford and south Cavan areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Key regional route linking Cavan, Ballyjamesduff, Granard and Athlone directions.
Local regional connection towards Kilnaleck, Ballinagh and wider County Cavan routes.
Nearby scheduled bus connections provide access towards Cavan, Longford and surrounding towns.
Nearest useful mainline station, with Dublin–Sligo services and onward regional connections.
Main county transport hub offering bus links towards Dublin and regional destinations.
Amenities
Nearby village conveniences include local shops, services and everyday essentials.
Market-town centre with supermarkets, cafés, pubs, pharmacies, banks and professional services.
Village and lakeside area offering community facilities, fishing access and local services.
Well-known limestone lake supporting trout fishing and scenic countryside recreation.
Main acute hospital serving County Cavan, located in Cavan town.
Local public library providing books, digital services, events and community resources.
Larger nearby service centre for weekly shopping, cafés, takeaways and household needs.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Gaelic games club supporting local teams, juvenile activity and parish community life.
Established Cavan GAA club offering football, camogie and community sporting activities.
Local Gaelic football club serving players and families across the surrounding parish.
Community venue hosting parish activities, classes, meetings and local events.
Historic Norman earthwork and prominent local landmark overlooking Granard town.
Nearby Areas
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