About Our Lady's Island
Our Lady’s Island is a small rural village in south County Wexford, centred on the lake and pilgrimage church that give the area its distinctive character. It lies close to the coast and is surrounded by farmland, with St Helens, Kilrane, Tagoat, Killinick and Tomhaggard among the nearby settlements. Living here is generally peaceful and community-oriented, with a strong connection to the countryside, the lake and the wider Rosslare peninsula. Local education is provided through nearby village and parish schools, while secondary-school choices and larger shopping trips are typically found in Rosslare, Wexford town or Enniscorthy. The N25 provides the main road connection towards Wexford and Rosslare Europort, and car travel is the practical commuting option, with limited local public transport compared with larger towns. Everyday amenities include village pubs, community facilities and services in the surrounding settlements, while Rosslare offers additional shops, cafés and beach-based leisure. The area is well placed for coastal walks, birdwatching and visits to beaches around St Helens and Rosslare, as well as the historic Our Lady’s Island church and pilgrimage site. Local GAA, sporting and community organisations add to the settled, rural feel, while Wexford town remains accessible for broader employment, retail, healthcare and cultural facilities.
Property Market in Our Lady's Island
Based on 10 properties for sale in Our Lady's Island
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What’s in Our Lady's Island
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Our Lady’s Island and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families in Kilrane, Rosslare and the surrounding parish.
Parish primary school serving Tagoat and neighbouring communities south of Wexford.
Large nearby secondary school option serving students across south-east County Wexford.
Established secondary school in Wexford town, reachable by road from the locality.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road linking the area with Wexford town, Rosslare Europort and the wider southeast.
Rail services connect Rosslare with Wexford, Waterford and Dublin via intermediate stations.
Town-centre bus hub providing regional services towards Dublin, Waterford and surrounding villages.
International ferry port with sailings to France and connections to wider European routes.
Limited scheduled and community transport options connect nearby villages and larger service centres.
Amenities
Historic pilgrimage destination beside the lake, with a distinctive church and peaceful surroundings.
Local venue supporting parish activities, meetings and community events throughout the year.
Popular sandy beach offering swimming, walks and seasonal seaside activities nearby.
Coastal golf and leisure destination north of the locality, close to St Helens.
Well-known seafood restaurant and pub near Carne beach, west of Our Lady’s Island.
Popular seafront pub and restaurant serving food, drinks and local visitors.
Nearby shops, cafés, pharmacy and everyday services serving the surrounding peninsula.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult participation in the parish.
Neighbouring parish club providing Gaelic football and community sporting activities.
Established links-style golf club serving members and visitors near Rosslare Strand.
Active parish community centred on worship, pilgrimage and local events.
Local organisation supporting community facilities, activities and area development.
Properties For Sale near Our Lady's Island
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