About Firies
Firies is a small rural village in mid‑Kerry, set just off the N22 between Tralee and Killarney and surrounded by rolling farmland and low hills. It has a quiet, close‑knit feel, with a cluster of homes and community facilities centred around the village and a wider hinterland of one‑off houses and farms. Day‑to‑day life is peaceful and family‑oriented, with primary schooling in the village and secondary options in nearby Castlemaine and Tralee. For commuters, Firies benefits from easy access to the N22, while Farranfore railway station and Kerry Airport are only a few minutes’ drive away, making travel to Tralee, Killarney, Cork and Dublin straightforward. Shopping and larger services are typically accessed in Tralee or Killarney, though the village has essential amenities and a strong GAA presence. Beaches and coastal walks around Castlemaine Harbour are within easy reach, and the wider Kerry landscape offers excellent opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Overall, Firies appeals to those seeking rural living with convenient links to the county’s main towns.
Property Market in Firies
Based on 2 properties for sale in Firies
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Firies
Schools
Local co‑educational primary school serving the village and surrounding hinterland.
Visit website ↗Co‑educational secondary school in nearby Castlemaine with broad subject choice.
Large secondary school in Tralee offering academic and extracurricular programmes.
Well‑established boys’ secondary school in Tralee town centre.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main national route linking Firies to Tralee, Killarney and Cork.
Nearby station with regular services to Tralee, Killarney and Mallow.
Regional airport in Farranfore with UK and seasonal European flights.
Intercity bus service passing nearby between Tralee and Cork.
Amenities
Local venue hosting events, classes and community activities.
Catholic church serving the parish and local community.
Playing fields and facilities for local Gaelic games teams.
Convenient regional airport just minutes from the village.
Rail link providing connections across Kerry and beyond.
Scenic coastal area nearby popular for walking and fishing.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Active Gaelic football club central to village life.
Youth organisation organising sporting and cultural activities.
Convenience store providing everyday essentials and postal services.
Nearby Areas
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