About Ballylooby
Ballylooby is a small rural village in south County Tipperary, west of Cahir and close to the foothills of the Galtee Mountains, with the E21 routing area covering the surrounding countryside. It has a quiet, close-knit character, suited to residents who value space and village community life while remaining within reach of larger towns. Ballylooby National School serves local primary pupils, while secondary-school choices and broader education services are generally found in Cahir, Clogheen and Clonmel. Local daily life centres on the village’s community facilities and pub, with Cahir providing a wider range of shops, cafés, restaurants, healthcare and services. The area is well placed for road commuting, particularly via the N24 near Cahir and the M8 access at Cahir, although private transport is important for most journeys. Nearby attractions and leisure options include Cahir Castle, Swiss Cottage, the River Suir countryside and the Galtee and Knockmealdown mountain landscapes. Residents also benefit from active local sporting and community organisations, with Gaelic games, hurling and other clubs serving Ballylooby and neighbouring parishes.
Property Market in Ballylooby
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Property types
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What’s in Ballylooby
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Ballylooby and surrounding rural areas.
Primary school in nearby Cahir, serving boys from the surrounding district.
Mixed post-primary school offering secondary education in nearby Clogheen.
Mixed secondary school in Cahir providing broad post-primary education and activities.
Specialist school option serving pupils from a wider south Tipperary catchment.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main east-west route near Cahir, linking the area with Clonmel and Tipperary Town.
Motorway access at Cahir supports longer journeys towards Cork, Cashel and Dublin.
Rail station on the Dublin-Cork line, with services towards Cork and Dublin.
Rural transport services connect communities with nearby towns and essential facilities.
Scheduled buses from Cahir provide regional connections towards Clonmel, Cashel and beyond.
Amenities
Village facility hosting local meetings, activities, events and community functions.
Local meeting place for drinks, conversation and occasional community social events.
Nearby town centre with supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, banks and everyday services.
Primary healthcare and pharmacy services available in nearby Cahir.
Impressive thirteenth-century castle and one of south Tipperary’s best-known visitor attractions.
Picturesque nineteenth-century cottage orné set within wooded grounds outside Cahir.
Green open space and walking opportunities along the River Suir near Cahir.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club offering community-based hurling, football and juvenile activity.
Local volunteer organisation supporting village events, facilities and community initiatives.
Established golf club near Cahir offering course facilities and club competitions.
Local market-style outlet showcasing regional produce and artisan goods when operating.
Nearby independent retailers, cafés, trades and professional services support everyday needs.
Nearby Areas
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