About Moone
Moone is a small rural village in south County Kildare, close to the borders with Carlow and Wicklow and within easy reach of Ballitore, Timolin, Castledermot and Baltinglass. It has a quiet, close-knit countryside character, with homes and farms set around the village and the surrounding Barrow-side landscape rather than a conventional suburban centre. Day-to-day life is peaceful and car-dependent, although the M9 provides a practical commuting route towards Carlow, Naas and Dublin, while nearby towns supply most larger shopping and services. Local education is centred on small primary-school provision in the surrounding villages, with secondary schools and broader services generally found in Athy, Castledermot, Carlow or Baltinglass. The local social scene is based on traditional pubs, community activities and nearby village businesses, with additional cafés, restaurants and supermarkets available in Castledermot, Athy and Baltinglass. Moone Abbey and the associated historic landscape are important local landmarks, while the surrounding roads and countryside offer attractive walking and cycling opportunities. Residents also benefit from access to sporting, community and leisure organisations across the wider south Kildare and west Carlow area.
Property Market in Moone
Based on 3 properties for sale in Moone
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Moone
Schools
Local primary-school provision serving children from Moone and surrounding rural areas.
Primary school in nearby Castledermot, serving families across the local hinterland.
Mixed post-primary school providing secondary education in nearby Castledermot.
Large post-primary school in Athy offering a broad range of subjects and activities.
Post-primary option across the county boundary, serving parts of south Kildare and Carlow.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional commuting route, with access via nearby junctions towards Carlow and Dublin.
Connects Moone and surrounding villages with Castledermot, Athy and Baltinglass.
Intercity and commuter rail services towards Dublin Heuston, Kildare and Waterford.
Mainline station providing rail connections towards Dublin, Kilkenny and Waterford.
Limited rural bus provision links surrounding villages with larger nearby towns.
Amenities
Named local hospitality venue and a recognisable destination near Moone village.
Historic monastic site and landmark set within Moone’s surrounding rural landscape.
Small-scale local services support everyday needs, with larger shopping nearby.
Nearby town centre with shops, pubs, cafés, services and essential local facilities.
Larger nearby centre offering supermarkets, retail, cafés, restaurants and professional services.
Pleasant local countryside setting for informal walks and community recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local school community supporting village families, events and educational activities.
Small local organisations help maintain village activities, events and neighbourly connections.
Nearby GAA club offering Gaelic games and sporting activities for local residents.
Local soccer club providing youth and community football in the surrounding area.
Established nearby hospitality business and notable local meeting place.
Nearby Areas
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