About Spanish Point
Spanish Point is a small coastal settlement on Clare’s Atlantic shore, immediately north of Miltown Malbay and close to Quilty and Mullagh. It is best known for its broad sandy beach, exposed scenery and strong links with surfing, swimming and traditional music, giving it a relaxed seaside character that becomes busier during the summer months. Housing is a mix of permanent homes, holiday properties and rural residences, with day-to-day services generally centred on nearby Miltown Malbay. St Joseph’s Secondary School is located in Spanish Point, while primary-school and further education options are available in the surrounding villages and towns. There is no railway station in Spanish Point, so most commuting is by car, with regional bus services and the N67 providing connections towards Ennis, Lahinch and the wider west Clare coast. Local eating and drinking includes hotel dining, traditional pubs and cafés around Spanish Point and Miltown Malbay, although the choice is seasonal and more limited than in larger towns. Residents have easy access to Spanish Point beach, coastal walks, golf and watersports, as well as nearby amenities in Miltown Malbay, including shops, healthcare and community facilities. The area is particularly appealing to people seeking a scenic coastal lifestyle, while recognising that many everyday errands and longer commutes require travelling by car.
Property Market in Spanish Point
Based on 4 properties for sale in Spanish Point
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What’s in Spanish Point
Schools
Local secondary school serving students from Spanish Point and surrounding west Clare communities.
Primary education option in nearby Miltown Malbay for local families.
Small local primary school serving children in the Mullagh area.
Nearby secondary school offering education and practical subjects in Ennistymon.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local charging provision supports electric-car travel around Spanish Point and west Clare.
Regional road linking Spanish Point with Miltown Malbay, Lahinch and Ennis.
Regional buses connect nearby towns with Ennis and other Clare destinations.
Nearby Miltown Malbay provides the closest practical public-transport connections.
Nearest mainline station, offering rail connections towards Limerick, Galway and Dublin.
Amenities
Wide Atlantic beach popular for walks, swimming, surfing and seasonal watersports.
Visit website ↗Landmark seafront hotel offering accommodation, dining, drinks and coastal views.
Sheltered nearby beach close to Miltown Malbay, suited to swimming and family outings.
Nearby town centre provides groceries, cafés, pharmacies, banks and everyday local services.
Coastal golf club offering scenic play within the surrounding Atlantic landscape.
Local venue hosting community activities, events and groups throughout the year.
Open shoreline and country lanes provide scenic walking around Spanish Point and Quilty.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established coastal club with golfing facilities and views across the Atlantic.
Seasonal surf instruction and equipment services supporting the area’s popular beach culture.
Strong local traditional-music scene linked to sessions, festivals and summer events.
Prominent local employer and meeting place overlooking Spanish Point’s coastline.
Community Gaelic games club serving players and families from the surrounding area.
Nearby Areas
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