About Curraghboy
Curraghboy is a small rural village in County Roscommon, situated between Athlone and Roscommon town and close to the shores of Lough Ree. Its setting is predominantly countryside, with scattered homes, farmland and a close-knit community atmosphere rather than an urban streetscape. Day-to-day life is quiet and car-dependent, although Athlone provides a broad range of employment, shopping, healthcare, schools and leisure facilities within a practical commuting distance. Local primary education and community facilities serve the surrounding hinterland, while secondary-school choices are generally found in Athlone, Roscommon and nearby towns. The N61 is the principal road connection, linking the area with Athlone to the east and Roscommon town to the west; regular public transport is more limited than in larger settlements. The village and neighbouring communities provide local pubs, sporting activities and social events, while larger supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and services are concentrated in Athlone and Roscommon. The nearby lakes, countryside and rural roads suit walking, cycling, angling and other outdoor pursuits, with Lough Ree particularly important to the area’s landscape and recreation. Curraghboy is therefore best suited to residents seeking a peaceful central-Ireland base with community connections and access to larger-town amenities by car.
Property Market in Curraghboy
Based on 6 properties for sale in Curraghboy
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Curraghboy
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Curraghboy and the surrounding rural communities.
Large co-educational secondary school offering broad academic and practical programmes in Athlone.
Well-established secondary school for girls, located in Athlone town centre.
Voluntary secondary school providing education for boys and a range of extracurricular activities.
Regional higher-education campus offering undergraduate, postgraduate and professional courses.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road connection towards Athlone, Roscommon town and wider regional destinations.
Intercity and regional rail services connect Athlone with Dublin, Galway and other towns.
Town-based bus routes and interurban services provide wider connections from nearby Athlone.
Rail station on the Dublin–Westport route, accessible by road from Curraghboy.
Strategic motorway access east towards Dublin and west towards Galway.
Amenities
Large nearby lake offering scenic views, boating, angling and waterside recreation.
Small-scale village amenities supporting everyday socialising and community life.
Central shopping centre with national retailers, cafés and everyday town services.
Athlone retail centre with supermarkets, shops and convenient parking facilities.
Public sports facility offering swimming, fitness and indoor recreation opportunities.
Public library providing books, study space, digital access and community events.
Nearby community recreation spaces supporting outdoor play and local sporting activity.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local organisation supporting village events, initiatives and community development.
Gaelic games activity serving players and families across the surrounding parish area.
Established club offering Gaelic football, hurling and juvenile development programmes.
Rowing club on the Shannon providing training and competitive opportunities.
Major nearby fitness and swimming venue serving residents across the wider area.
Properties For Sale near Curraghboy
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