Dalkey is a lovely village but most definitely full of cunts
In fairness whilst there is a stop called Stillorgan and it might lie in the general post code, it really doesnât get near the âvillageâ.
Itâs attractive for people who want a mansion with decent land & a quiet life (generally).
My personal explainer for people abroad who want to live in south Dublin is that Iâd rather be dead in Sandycove than be alive west of the N11 once you get beyond Donnybrook. Mount Merrion is lovely (and has a unique fun fact about it) and all the areas are quite nice but Iâm a seafaring individual.
Foxrock is like a transplant straight from somewhere in the very affluent towns south of London. The street layouts, road signs etc. While it looks pretty but soulless
My personal explainer for people abroad who want to live in south Dublin is that Iâd rather be dead in Sandycove than be alive west of the N11 once you get beyond Donnybrook. Mount Merrion is lovely (and has a unique fun fact about it) and all the areas are quite nice but Iâm a seafaring individual
Is this real life
Was a great place for house parties though. Massive houses and people trapped there so they put on a show.
Itâs all about prioritises.
You can often get a bigger house in the ânewerâ suburbs and you will likely not encounter trouble (youâll actually get a bit more in the seaside villages). So thatâs appealing to some people, different strokes for different folks.
I wouldnât know Dublin but iâd hate to live in Castletroy. If I had to work or live around the city of Limerick/UL id be more inclined to live in Ahane/Murroe/Newport/Ballina.
My personal explainer for people abroad who want to live in south Dublin is that Iâd rather be dead in Sandycove than be alive west of the N11 once you get beyond Donnybrook
It all looks the same between the N11 and the M50. Everywhere is just a slightly different version of Rathfarnam
So you just want to live close to Castletroy
Galway is getting there. It should be absolute nirvana but itâs become a traffic filled haze. Most cars appear to be old diesels remarkable mainly for the absolute filth they spew out as they sit for hours.
Public transport is truly poor. Spiddal has a permanent no swim notice, and youâre advised not to swim.anywhere after rain.
It is expensive and crowded.
The county board are dreadful, nothing on clubber, and you donât appear to be able to get a season ticket for the club. The club intermediate championship first round was looking for sixteen quid a ticket.
Knocknacarra sprawls like, well, a mouthful of broken teeth.
Town is losing its charm to chemist shops and super bars, and the drink driving laws have irretrievably damaged the social fabric.
Itâs still great but jaysus theyâre doing their best to ruin it.
There is a real lack of decent pubs/nightlife between Ballsbridge/Donnybrook from my experience.
Is there even a pub in Donnybrook now since Kielys closed?
Those pubs across from the RDS have nothing going for them either.
Where do all the wealthy people in the area do their drinking or do they all head towards Baggott Street?
Gleesons in Booterstown or OâBriens on Leeson Street perhaps.
Dalkey is the best place in Dublin to live . Has everything , a real village feel to it . Nobody passing through , youâre either going to dalkey or you wonât pass it .
Terenure Rathfanham templeogue grossly overrated, traffic and shops,.Stillorgan another spot that is just houses traffic and shops
Thereâs a couple left and some good eateries.
The village itself is a glorified highway, itâs all about the side streets and proximity to everything else. Also close to the sea and on the Dodder which is critical.
Was worried for a second there but noted you said dublin and not fingal
Leave them off mate. Those that know, know.
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Coastal Beauty: Stunning coastline with beautiful beaches like Portmarnock, Malahide, and Skerries.
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Excellent Transport Links: Close to Dublin Airport, easy access to Dublin city, and well-served by trains and buses.
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Great Job Opportunities: A hub for multinational companies, especially in tech, pharma, and logistics.
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Green Spaces: Plenty of parks, like Malahide Castle and Ardgillan Castle, offering scenic spots and outdoor activities.
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High-Quality Schools: Excellent primary and secondary schools, plus proximity to universities in Dublin.
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Safe and Family-Friendly: Low crime rates and family-oriented communities with activities for all ages.
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Vibrant Towns: Thriving towns like Swords, Malahide, and Howth with lively markets, restaurants, and shops.
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Rich Heritage: Historic sites, castles, and heritage trails that add a sense of culture and identity.
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Strong Community Spirit: Active local groups, sports clubs, and frequent community events.
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Balanced Urban and Rural Living: Enjoy the benefits of city access with the peace and charm of a coastal and countryside setting.
Fingalâs mix of natural beauty, convenience, and community appeal makes it a top choice for many.
Castleknock especially the part east of the M50 is overrated as hell. Has close proximity to the Park but not the good part of the park. The bus routes into town arenât great either. Roselawn and Laurel Lodge which are beyond the M50 and are more Blanchardstown have always seemed better places to live than anywhere in Castleknock.
The beautiful Liffey Valley (I donât mean the shopping centre, thatâs a hellhole) in West Dublin boasts the finest bus corridor in the city. Seven minutes to Heuston Station, 15 to Bachelorâs Walk.
In 30 yearsâ time when they finally put a pedestrian/cycle corridor over the derelict Guinness bridge to Farmleigh and the Strawberry Hall pub it will be the number one place to live in the entire city.
Holywell and drynam are hardly heaven but they do have a savage bus service, the swords express. Immediately after that the bus hits the m1 and port tunnel and youre in town in no time. I used to be just over 20mins from my gaff til i was sitting in the oarsman in ringsend. Unbelievable bus service.
thomastown, ranelagh on the nore
Shopping for a Georgian on Ranelagh-sur-Nore â The Irish Times
Is Thomastown out of your price range?