About Glounthaune
Glounthaune is a village and suburban-rural locality east of Cork city, on the northern side of Cork Harbour and close to the N25 corridor. It has a relatively quiet, community-oriented feel, with a mix of established homes, newer housing and surrounding countryside, while nearby Little Island and Carrigtwohill provide larger employment and shopping areas. The village has local primary-school provision, with further schools and colleges available in Glanmire, Carrigtwohill, Midleton and Cork city. Glounthaune railway station is a major advantage for commuters, offering direct services towards Cork, Little Island, Fota, Cobh and Midleton, while buses and the N25 provide additional connections by road. Day-to-day shopping is supplemented by nearby supermarkets and retail facilities in Little Island, Glanmire and Carrigtwohill rather than a large village centre. Social life is centred on community facilities and nearby pubs, restaurants and cafés in surrounding villages and towns, with Cork city readily accessible for a wider choice of dining and entertainment. The Church Centre is a notable local amenity, and residents also benefit from access to parks, sports clubs and the attractions of Fota Island, including Fota Wildlife Park and Fota House and Gardens.
Property Market in Glounthaune
Based on 7 properties for sale in Glounthaune
Property types
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What’s in Glounthaune
Schools
Carrigtwohill primary school serving families in the wider east Cork area.
Large post-primary school serving Glanmire and nearby north-east Cork communities.
Local post-primary option serving Carrigtwohill and surrounding east Cork areas.
Mixed secondary school in nearby Passage West, serving Cork Harbour communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regular commuter services connect with Cork, Little Island, Fota, Cobh and Midleton.
Key regional route providing access towards Cork, Midleton, Waterford and east Cork.
Local and regional buses connect Glounthaune with Cork and neighbouring settlements.
A relatively straightforward commute by rail or road into central Cork.
International airport accessible by road via Cork’s wider metropolitan network.
Amenities
Local community and church facility supporting gatherings, activities and village events.
Popular wildlife attraction nearby, with extensive grounds and family-friendly walking routes.
Visit website ↗Historic estate with gardens, woodland walks and cultural attractions on Fota Island.
Nearby commercial area offering supermarkets, everyday services and workplace amenities.
Convenient nearby range of shops, cafés, pharmacies and local services.
Nearby harbour landscapes provide walking, recreation and scenic outdoor opportunities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local community organisation supporting village activities, events and resident engagement.
Gaelic games club serving players and families from Glounthaune and nearby areas.
Nearby resort with golf, hospitality and leisure facilities on Fota Island.
Major employment area hosting offices, industrial estates and commercial enterprises.
Well-known regional visitor attraction and significant local tourism employer.
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