About Glenties
Glenties is a small, welcoming market town in south-west Donegal, set where the Owenea and Stracashel rivers meet and surrounded by the Bluestack Mountains. It has a traditional, close-knit character, with colourful streets, local shops and a strong community identity, while the surrounding countryside gives residents easy access to walking, fishing and scenic drives. The town is within reach of Ardara, Donegal Town and the west Donegal coast, although most households rely on a car for commuting and day-to-day travel. Local education is centred on St Riaghan’s National School and St Columba’s Comprehensive School, with further secondary and third-level options requiring travel. Main Street provides everyday shopping and services, alongside cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs where community life is particularly visible. Leisure provision includes the local community centre, GAA facilities and access to nearby mountain, river and coastal landscapes. Notable attractions include the Glenties area’s heritage, traditional music culture and proximity to Glenveagh and the beaches around Ardara and Maghera.
Property Market in Glenties
Based on 18 properties for sale in Glenties
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Glenties
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Glenties and surrounding rural communities.
Co-educational secondary school serving Glenties and a wide surrounding catchment.
Further education and training options are available in larger nearby towns.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Connects Glenties with Ardara, Donegal Town and surrounding south Donegal communities.
Scenic route linking Glenties towards Fintown, the Bluestack area and west Donegal.
Regional bus connections serve Glenties, with routes linking nearby towns and Donegal services.
Regional airport at Carrickfinn, reachable by road for Dublin and other flights.
Amenities
Hosts local activities, events, classes and community-based services throughout the year.
Local museum presenting Glenties history, heritage and community life.
Home facilities for Gaelic games and local sporting activity.
Town-centre convenience shopping, professional services and everyday local amenities.
Traditional venues for food, coffee, conversation, live music and community gatherings.
Scenic riverside and countryside setting suited to walking, angling and outdoor recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent local Gaelic games club with strong youth and adult participation.
Supports local projects, events and the ongoing development of the town.
Annual traditional sporting and cultural event with deep local roots.
Pubs and community venues support Donegal’s strong traditional music culture.
Properties For Sale near Glenties
Nearby Areas
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