About Kilbaha
Kilbaha is a small, remote coastal settlement at the western tip of the Loop Head peninsula in County Clare, overlooking the Atlantic and the Shannon Estuary. It has a peaceful, rural character, with scattered homes, farmland, dramatic cliffs and a strong connection to the sea rather than a conventional village-centre feel. Everyday life is quiet and car-dependent, with larger grocery shops, schools and most services found in nearby Cross, Kilkee and Kilrush. Kilbaha itself is known for its harbour, pier and the Lighthouse Inn, a well-regarded local pub and seafood stop with views across the water. The surrounding peninsula offers excellent walking, birdwatching, angling and coastal scenery, while Loop Head Lighthouse and the Bridges of Ross are notable nearby landmarks. Families generally rely on primary schools in the wider Loop Head area and secondary education in Kilkee or Kilrush, depending on preference and transport. Bus services are limited, so residents typically use private cars for commuting, shopping and connections to Kilrush, Ennis and beyond.
Property Market in Kilbaha
Based on 6 properties for sale in Kilbaha
Property types
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What’s in Kilbaha
Schools
Small primary school serving families across the Loop Head peninsula.
Local primary option serving children in the wider Kilrush hinterland.
Mixed secondary school serving students from parts of west Clare.
Secondary education option serving Kilrush and surrounding west Clare communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main local road linking Kilbaha with Cross, Carrigaholt and Kilkee.
Regional route connecting the Loop Head peninsula with Kilrush and wider Clare.
Limited scheduled connections available from larger nearby settlements.
Seasonal Shannon Estuary ferry access is available from nearby Killimer.
Amenities
Historic harbourside pub serving food and drinks beside Kilbaha pier.
Scenic working harbour popular for views, fishing and coastal atmosphere.
Visitor attraction with panoramic Atlantic and Shannon Estuary views.
Dramatic natural rock formations and a popular stop on coastal walks.
Nearest larger centre for supermarkets, cafés, pubs and everyday services.
Wider-service town offering shops, banking, medical services and leisure facilities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local creative venue associated with art, crafts and Loop Head culture.
Promotes attractions, walks, accommodation and businesses across the peninsula.
Gaelic games club serving the nearby Kilkee and Loop Head community.
Local venue supporting activities, events and community life in west Clare.
Properties For Sale near Kilbaha
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