Roundwood village living beside Wicklow’s lakes and hills
Roundwood is a small, friendly Wicklow village with a proper country feel, set between the Vartry Reservoir and the uplands of the Wicklow Mountains. It suits buyers who want space, scenery and a strong community, while still being within reach of Dublin for occasional commuting. Expect fresh air, weekend hikes, local GAA pride and a slower pace—ideal for remote-working households, downsizers, and families who prioritise outdoorsy living.
Day to day, Roundwood feels calm and local: a compact main street for essentials, a few places for coffee and a bite, and a village atmosphere where people know one another. The big draw is the outdoors—walks and cycles around the Vartry Reservoir, quick access to the Wicklow Mountains National Park, and easy spins to Glendalough and the Sally Gap for weekend adventures. Nearby towns like Ashford and Wicklow Town broaden your choice for supermarkets, gyms and wider dining.
Roundwood is best suited to drivers, with straightforward routes to Bray and Dublin via the N11/M11, and further access to the M50 for cross-city trips. Public transport is more limited than coastal Wicklow, so many residents combine local buses with rail from Bray (DART) or Greystones. For schools, the village is served by Roundwood National School, with additional primary and post-primary options in surrounding areas including Bray, Greystones and Wicklow Town.
The for-sale market in Roundwood typically attracts Dublin-based movers seeking lifestyle space, along with local trade-up buyers and some downsizers. With only 1 current listing from €365,000 to €365,000 (average €365,000), choice can be tight, which tends to support prices for well-presented homes. Rental demand often comes from people working in Bray/Dublin who want countryside living, though supply can be limited; be mindful of RPZ rules when assessing rental projections.
