About Kincasslagh
Kincasslagh is a small Gaeltacht coastal locality in west Donegal, close to Annagry, Burtonport and the wider Gweedore area, with the F94 routing key. It has a rural, scattered character, dramatic Atlantic scenery and a strong Irish-language and community identity, while the surrounding landscape includes beaches, islands, rocky coastline and open bogland. Daily life is peaceful and car-dependent, with most larger shopping, services and employment found in nearby Annagry, Dungloe, Burtonport and Bunbeg. Local education is centred on small primary schools in the surrounding parishes, with second-level options available in Dungloe and Gweedore. Bus Éireann services link the area with Letterkenny and Donegal Airport, although many residents rely on private cars for commuting and errands. Kincasslagh is associated with singer Daniel O’Donnell, and the Daniel O’Donnell Visitor Centre in nearby Dungloe is a notable attraction. Pubs, cafés and restaurants are spread across the wider Rosses and Gweedore area rather than concentrated in the village itself, with local hospitality often focused around traditional music, seafood and community life. Beaches such as Carrickfinn and Magheraroarty, Glenveagh-bound excursions, Burtonport harbour and the islands provide plentiful outdoor recreation, while clubs and community organisations are important parts of local life.
Property Market in Kincasslagh
Based on 12 properties for sale in Kincasslagh
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Kincasslagh
Schools
Small local primary school serving families in Kincasslagh and surrounding coastal townlands.
Gaelscoil-oriented local primary provision serving the Annagry area and nearby communities.
Mixed second-level school offering broad academic, practical and extracurricular programmes.
Irish-language secondary school serving Gweedore and the wider northwest Donegal area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Connects west Donegal communities, including the Rosses area, with Letterkenny and Donegal Airport.
Regional airport providing scheduled links, notably to Dublin and Glasgow seasonally.
Main road corridor linking Annagry, Dungloe, Gweedore and other west Donegal settlements.
Working harbour and ferry departure point for Arranmore Island, close to Kincasslagh.
Amenities
Award-winning sandy Atlantic beach beside Donegal Airport, popular for swimming and walking.
Scenic coastal harbour with ferry access, boat activity and views towards Arranmore.
Exhibition celebrating the internationally known singer’s career and links with west Donegal.
Popular seafood restaurant and pub overlooking Burtonport harbour and its fishing activity.
Traditional local pub offering drinks, conversation and occasional live music in Annagry.
Mainstream supermarket providing groceries, household shopping and everyday services nearby.
Local sports facilities supporting football, community activities and organised recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local venue supporting meetings, events, classes and community activities.
Gaelic games club serving the west Rosses communities, with teams and juvenile development.
Community football club representing Arranmore Island and the surrounding coastal area.
Important regional employer and transport facility serving northwest Donegal residents and visitors.
Well-known traditional bar and food venue associated with music and local hospitality.
Properties For Sale near Kincasslagh
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