Aoife Brennan Featured
Senior Sales Negotiator · Harbour View Estates
Sales & lettings specialist, on the ground here for over 20 years.
- 32 listings in Dunkineely
- 4.8★ (124 reviews)
- In Dunkineely since 2003
About Dunkineely
Dunkineely is a small village in south-west Donegal, on the N56 between Donegal Town and Killybegs, with Inver, Bruckless and St John’s Point nearby. It has a quiet, rural character, while the coast, beaches and working harbour around Killybegs are within a short drive. Day-to-day life is centred on the village’s local shops, services and traditional pubs, with larger supermarkets, secondary schools and a wider choice of cafés and restaurants available in Donegal Town and Killybegs. Dunkineely National School serves local families, while nearby secondary education includes St Catherine’s Vocational School in Killybegs and schools in Donegal Town. Bus Éireann services on the Donegal–Killybegs corridor provide public transport, although most residents rely on a car for commuting, shopping and accessing healthcare. Leisure opportunities include walking and coastal drives around St John’s Point and Inver Bay, as well as GAA and community activities in the surrounding parish. The area suits people seeking a close-knit village setting, scenic countryside and access to the Atlantic coast without living in a larger town.
Property Market in Dunkineely
Based on 3 properties for sale in Dunkineely
€199,000
Median asking price
avg €168,000
€85k – €220k
Price range
4
Avg bedrooms
2
Avg bathrooms
119 m²
Avg floor area
F
Most common BER
Property types
Bedrooms
What’s in Dunkineely
Schools
primary
Local primary school serving children from Dunkineely and surrounding rural areas.
secondary
Co-educational post-primary school approximately ten minutes away by car.
secondary
Gaeltacht-area secondary school serving parts of south-west Donegal.
primary
Primary school option in nearby Killybegs, serving the local community.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗road
Main road linking Dunkineely with Donegal Town, Killybegs and south-west Donegal.
bus
Scheduled buses connect villages along the N56 corridor, including Dunkineely.
bus
Rural transport services may provide additional connections subject to route and timetable.
airport
Regional airport near Carrickfinn, useful for selected Dublin and other flights.
Amenities
shopping
Convenient local provisions, everyday services and community facilities in the village centre.
pub
Traditional local pub providing a familiar meeting place for residents and visitors.
shopping
Nearby harbour town offering supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, banks and additional services.
coastal landmark
Scenic peninsula and lighthouse area popular for coastal walks, views and sea air.
beach
Nearby coastal landscapes offering beaches, walks and attractive Atlantic views.
healthcare
Local healthcare facility serving Killybegs and surrounding south-west Donegal communities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
sports club
Local Gaelic games club supporting sporting activity and community participation.
community group
Venue for local meetings, activities, classes and community events.
business
Fishing, marine and harbour-related businesses form an important nearby employment base.
landmark
Historic coastal landmark overlooking Donegal Bay and the Atlantic approaches.
Nearby Areas
Agents Specialising in this Area
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Cian Murphy
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Niamh O'Sullivan
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Declan Walsh
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Saoirse Kelly
Lettings Manager · Marina Estates
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Eoin Doyle
Senior Negotiator · Parkview Homes
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Méabh Nolan
Property Adviser · Seabrook Residential
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