About Lahinch
Lahinch is a popular west Clare seaside town on Liscannor Bay, best known for its broad sandy beach, Atlantic outlook and strong surfing culture. It has a lively, compact feel in summer, while remaining a close-knit residential community during the quieter months. The town centre is walkable, with cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs, small shops and everyday services clustered around Main Street and the beachfront. Lahinch National School serves local primary pupils, while secondary education is available nearby in Ennistymon and Miltown Malbay. Bus Éireann services connect Lahinch with Ennistymon, Ennis and surrounding villages, and the N85 provides road access towards Ennis; the nearest railway station is at Ennis. Leisure is central to daily life, with Lahinch Beach, the promenade, Lahinch Golf Club and outdoor activities including surfing, swimming and coastal walking all close by. Ennistymon is nearby for additional shopping and services, while the Cliffs of Moher, Liscannor and the wider Burren and Loop Head areas provide memorable day-to-day recreation and visitor attractions.
Property Market in Lahinch
Based on 10 properties for sale in Lahinch
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Lahinch
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Lahinch and surrounding west Clare communities.
Nearby post-primary school offering broad academic, practical and vocational education.
Catholic secondary school in neighbouring Ennistymon, serving pupils across north Clare.
Co-educational community college serving families around Miltown Malbay and the coast.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regular regional buses connect Lahinch with Ennistymon, Ennis and nearby coastal villages.
Main regional route linking Lahinch through Ennistymon towards Ennis and the M18.
Nearest rail station, providing frequent services towards Limerick, Galway and intermediate stops.
Town-centre stops provide access to scheduled west Clare and Ennis connections.
Amenities
Long sandy Atlantic beach popular for swimming, surfing, walking and family outings.
Well-known links course overlooking Liscannor Bay, with clubhouse and coastal views.
Visit website ↗Family leisure facility with swimming pool, gym, sauna and seasonal visitor attractions.
Popular town-centre venue combining food, drinks and a lively local atmosphere.
Traditional Lahinch pub and hotel serving food, drinks and live entertainment.
Independent-style town-centre stop combining refreshments with books and local browsing.
Nearby historic town-centre area with shops, cafés, galleries and everyday services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established local operator offering lessons, equipment hire and Atlantic water activities.
Coastal golf club with a recognised links course and strong local membership.
Visit website ↗Community Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult sporting participation.
Longstanding family attraction and leisure business beside the beach and promenade.
Visit website ↗Local venue hosting clubs, classes, meetings and community activities throughout the year.
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