About Manor Kilbride
Manor Kilbride is a small, rural locality in west County Wicklow, close to the Kildare and Dublin borders and within easy reach of Blessington, Brittas and the Wicklow uplands. The area has a dispersed countryside character, with farms, bogland, woodland and mountain views rather than a conventional village centre, making it particularly suited to residents seeking space and a quiet setting. Day-to-day shopping and services are generally found in nearby Blessington, while larger retail and employment centres include Naas, Newbridge and southwest Dublin. Families use schools in Manor Kilbride, Blessington and surrounding villages, with school transport often important in this rural area. There is no rail station in Manor Kilbride, so commuting is primarily by car, with road access towards Blessington, the N81 and the M50; bus services are more available in nearby towns than locally. Local social life centres on community facilities, GAA and rural pubs, with cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and healthcare services concentrated mainly in Blessington. The surrounding landscape provides excellent opportunities for walking, cycling, fishing and waterside recreation around Poulaphouca Reservoir, while the Wicklow Mountains and Glencree are within reach for broader outdoor activities.
Property Market in Manor Kilbride
Based on 4 properties for sale in Manor Kilbride
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Manor Kilbride
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Manor Kilbride and surrounding rural communities.
Post-primary school in Blessington serving students from west Wicklow and neighbouring areas.
Primary school in Blessington offering an Educate Together multidenominational education.
Established primary school serving families in Blessington and the surrounding hinterland.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Principal regional road linking the area with Blessington, Tallaght and the M50.
Useful regional route connecting Blessington with Naas and wider County Kildare.
Nearby Blessington provides scheduled bus connections towards Dublin and surrounding communities.
Nearest practical rail option, offering Dublin commuter services from County Kildare.
Nearby towns provide additional commuter, intercity bus and railway options.
Amenities
Nearby centre for supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, restaurants, banking and everyday services.
Scenic reservoir offering waterside views, fishing opportunities and informal outdoor recreation.
Popular walking and cycling route following the lakeshore between Blessington and Russborough.
Historic estate near Blessington with gardens, woodland walks and visitor attractions.
Public library providing books, digital services, community activities and local information.
Nearby primary healthcare and pharmacy services serving the Blessington catchment.
Town-centre venues provide casual dining, coffee and takeaway options close by.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting sporting activity and community participation.
Established club offering Gaelic football, hurling and activities for different age groups.
Venue for local groups, classes, meetings and community events throughout the year.
Nearby golf club providing an established course and clubhouse facilities.
Major visitor attraction combining heritage, gardens, woodland trails and family activities.
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