About Donard
Donard is a small rural village in west County Wicklow, set near the foothills and broad upland landscape of the Glen of Imaal, with the W91 routing area extending across surrounding countryside. It has a quiet, close-knit character, with scattered homes, farmland and mountain views rather than the busier suburban feel found nearer Dublin. Everyday life is centred on the village and nearby towns, particularly Dunlavin, Baltinglass and Blessington, for a wider choice of shops, services and secondary schooling. Donard National School provides local primary education, while older pupils generally travel to schools in surrounding towns. Public transport is limited, so most residents rely on cars; roads connect the village towards Dunlavin, Baltinglass, Hollywood and the N81, with Dublin and Naas reachable by longer commuter journeys. Local social life includes village pubs, community activities and sports, while cafés, restaurants and larger supermarkets are more readily available in nearby towns. The surrounding countryside offers excellent walking, cycling, fishing and equestrian opportunities, with the Wicklow Mountains, the Glen of Imaal and nearby reservoirs providing the main recreational setting. Donard is best suited to people seeking space, peace and a rural community atmosphere, while accepting that many work, shopping and leisure trips require travel.
Property Market in Donard
Based on 2 properties for sale in Donard
Property types
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What’s in Donard
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Donard and the surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving Dunlavin and neighbouring west Wicklow communities.
Secondary education is generally accessed in surrounding towns such as Baltinglass or Blessington.
A nearby secondary-school option for families travelling south-west from the Donard area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Connects Donard towards Dunlavin, Hollywood and the wider Wicklow road network.
Main north-south route nearby, linking west Wicklow with Blessington, Tallaght and the M50.
Rural services are limited, with connections and frequency varying by route and timetable.
Nearby Baltinglass provides a broader range of regional bus links and public services.
Nearest practical rail access is generally via Naas, reached by road for Dublin services.
Amenities
Traditional local meeting places providing drinks, conversation and occasional community entertainment.
Village venue used for local events, meetings, classes and community activities.
Local community setting supporting school, family and village activities.
Nearby town centre with convenience shopping, services, cafés and everyday essentials.
Larger nearby service town offering supermarkets, shops, cafés, pubs and healthcare services.
Mountain valley landscape popular for walking, scenic drives and outdoor recreation.
Extensive protected upland area offering walking routes, viewpoints and distinctive mountain scenery.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting sporting participation and community life.
Local organisation helping coordinate village events, activities and community initiatives.
Established nearby Gaelic games club serving players and families across west Wicklow.
Major local sports club providing Gaelic games and an active community network.
Small-scale local enterprises and services support residents across the surrounding rural area.
Nearby Areas
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