Aoife Brennan Featured
Senior Sales Negotiator · Harbour View Estates
Sales & lettings specialist, on the ground here for over 20 years.
- 32 listings in Sneem
- 4.8★ (124 reviews)
- In Sneem since 2003
About Sneem
Sneem is a picturesque village on the Iveragh Peninsula in south-west County Kerry, set beside the Sneem River and close to Kenmare Bay. It has a peaceful, rural character, with colourful village buildings, surrounding mountains and easy access to the coast, making it popular with residents, walkers and visitors. Day-to-day life is centred on the compact village, while Kenmare provides a broader range of shops, services and schools roughly 25 kilometres away. The local education option includes The Old Schoolhouse, with further primary and secondary provision available in neighbouring towns and villages. Public transport is limited but regional buses connect Sneem with Kenmare, Waterville and other points along the Ring of Kerry; most households rely on a car for commuting and errands. The village has pubs, cafés, small shops and seasonal visitor businesses, while Parknasilla Resort & Spa adds dining, leisure and hospitality facilities nearby. Outdoor amenities are a major attraction, including the coastline, Sneem River, walking routes and Parknasilla Golf Course. The area also benefits from its proximity to Castlecove, Derrynane, Waterville, Tuosist and the wider Ring of Kerry, although rural living means longer journeys for major shopping and specialist services.
Property Market in Sneem
Based on 16 properties for sale in Sneem
€335,000
Median asking price
avg €423,031
€70k – €1.5m
Price range
3
Avg bedrooms
2
Avg bathrooms
151 m²
Avg floor area
D2
Most common BER
9
New listings
last 3 months
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Sneem
Schools
education/community venue
Historic local schoolhouse in Sneem, reflecting the village’s educational heritage and community character.
primary
Local primary education serving children from Sneem and surrounding rural communities.
primary
Several primary-school options are available in Kenmare, approximately 25 kilometres from Sneem.
secondary
Secondary education and further schooling options are available in nearby Kenmare.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗bus
Services link Sneem with Kenmare, Waterville and villages along the Ring of Kerry.
road
The principal regional road connects Sneem with Kenmare, Waterville and the peninsula.
road
Road access towards Kenmare supports commuting, shopping and connections to wider Kerry.
road
Car travel provides access to larger employment, retail and transport centres further east.
Amenities
resort and leisure
Coastal resort offering accommodation, spa facilities, dining, gardens and outdoor activities.
Visit website ↗pub
Local bar providing a welcoming setting for drinks, conversation and community life.
golf
Scenic golf course within the Parknasilla grounds, surrounded by coastal Kerry landscapes.
Visit website ↗shopping and cafés
Compact local centre supplying everyday essentials, refreshments and visitor-oriented services.
park and walking
Picturesque riverside setting with pleasant walks through and around the village.
community facilities
Small-village facilities support everyday needs, local events and seasonal tourism.
Local Clubs & Businesses
hospitality business
Major local employer and visitor destination with accommodation, dining and leisure facilities.
Visit website ↗pub and business
Established local meeting place serving residents and visitors in central Sneem.
sports business
Popular local golfing facility offering scenic recreation near the village and coast.
Visit website ↗community group
Village organisations support local events, activities and community life throughout the year.
tourism businesses
Local accommodation, food and activity providers serve visitors exploring the Iveragh Peninsula.
Nearby Areas
Agents Specialising in this Area
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Saoirse Kelly
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Eoin Doyle
Senior Negotiator · Parkview Homes
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Méabh Nolan
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Properties For Sale around Sneem
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