As part of a new series focusing on Cork we take a look at Bandon and all that it has to offer.
About the town
Bandon is a town which lies on the River Bandon between two hills and is sometimes referred to as the Gateway to West Cork. It is 27km southwest of Cork City on the N71 with Bus Éireann providing a regular service from Cork City. There are a number of festivals in the town each year including Bandon Summer Festival and Bandon Music Festival. There are four secondary schools in Bandon as well as a number of primary schools. Amongst the local sports clubs include a rugby club, football club, GAA club and tennis club. There is also an 18 hole golf course on the grounds of CastleBernard. Bandon is also home to numerous shops, pubs and restaurants.
Key amenities
- Primary School
- Secondary School
- GAA club
- Golf club
- Rugby club
- Tennis club
Reasons to visit
- Bandon Summer Festival
- Bandon Music Festival
Famous sons and daughters
- Graham Norton (BBC presenter)
- Conor Hourihane (Republic of Ireland international)
Top five listings in the area
1. Sandycove Lodge, Bandon, Co Cork
This stunning single storey over garden level Victorian Villa has certainly caught the eye of MyHome.ie visitors with its classic exterior and ultra-stylish interior
2. 88 Bird Avenue, Bandon, Co Cork
This 3 bed semi-detached home in Clonskeagh has caught the eye with everything from its location to, to its style, to its generous gardens to the front and rear. Worth a look.
3. 118 Larkfield Gardens, Bandon, Co Cork
Room To Improve enthusiasts are clearly drawn to this 3 bed end of terrace property in Kimmage. The fact it requires total modernisation hasn't put people off checking it out.
4. 9 Granite Terrace, Bandon, Co Cork
Situated in the old CIE Works in Inchicore, this property has been restored to a very high standard in recent years and has caught the eye for the wooden treehouse in its back garden which can accommodate 8 adults.
5. Horse Island, Bandon, Co Cork
In recent months people could have been forgiven for wanting to escape to their own private oasis but you can enjoy peace and quiet all the time in this private residential island off the West Cork coast.
Find your dream home in Bandon here.
