Moving to Ratoath

Baggies · 30-07-2015 2:39pm

dialemma wrote: »

Hi Baggies

Did you say your children are 1 and 3? Mine too, well almost 2 and 4. We moved out over a year ago and hope to buy here soon but if you want any tips on child-care etc send me a pm

Emma

Hi Emma

7 & 3 so its primary school and the little one is doing free pre school hours.

dialemma · 30-07-2015 2:55pm

Yeah my 3 year old about the start the pre school hours come September as well. One is in Millview and one in Foxlodge, both love where they are, so all good. Next to decide between the Schools though both seem to have a good reputation.

duffalosoldier · 17-10-2015 7:51am

Guys, I'm trying to get details on the best way in and out of the city. I'm working in Ballsbridge so while the buses are fine, they only bring me to Beresford Place or Merrion Row in one case. The train from the M3 parkway is a pain because of the change-over to a packed Maynoith train and standing for an hour. Somebody did suggest driving to Ashbourne and getting the Direct service which is supposed be excellent but I'd have to get a parking space for the day without being clamped . Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Obrieski · 19-10-2015 5:01pm

There are plenty of spots to park in Ashbourne without getting clamped. You can park in the underground or multi storey car parks in the town centre free of charge. Only problem with Ashbourne at the minute is the massive road works going on at the nine mile stone end of the town which are causing massive tailbacks. There are some bus eireann buses which go to UCD in the mornings, the 7.30 from Ashbourne and 8 from Ashbourne being two to mention, don't know whether they start in ratoath or not.

On a better note, the Ashbourne Connect service which is a new direct service into the city has recently made known that they are expanding and will be putting on services from Ratoath in the near future. Don't know exact dates but they are on facebook if you search for it and the details are there i believe

duffalosoldier · 08-11-2015 9:54am

Brilliant. That's great to know. Will check it out for sure. Thanks for that.

Codie2011 · 01-11-2017 10:31am

Hi just seen your post ,just wondering did you move to ratoath yet ,my reason for asking is that I'm living in north Dublin and want to move to ratoath and I've been looking at houses for sale and steeplechase seems to be a nice area with lots of greenery ,would you recommend it ,thank you

dialemma · 01-11-2017 1:28pm

Hi Codie, yes we are living here 3 years now, we bough in Woodlands and so far all is good. Ratoath has so much to offer for kids, lots of activities, good schools etc. The commute for me back into North Dublin is very doable and we are delighted we moved. I don't know a lot about Steeplechase but it is definitely well maintained and has lots of green space. You could try going the Ratoath Noiceboard on Facebook and ask there if any Steeplechase residents have any tips or advice.

Codie2011 · 01-11-2017 5:58pm

Ah hi thanks for your reply ,I don't know much about ratoath but a few of our friends live there in foxlodge manor and coil y beig (sorry can't spell it) and milltree but steeplechase looks nice ,is there a train station nearby as my daughter goes to school in raheny she will be in 4th yr secondary when we hope to move ,she doesn't wanna change school but if it's hard to get there then I'll have to consider changing and was told ratoath college is good ,

Celtic Runner · 16-11-2017 2:09am

Codie2011 wrote: »

Ah hi thanks for your reply ,I don't know much about ratoath but a few of our friends live there in foxlodge manor and coil y beig (sorry can't spell it) and milltree but steeplechase looks nice ,is there a train station nearby as my daughter goes to school in raheny she will be in 4th yr secondary when we hope to move ,she doesn't wanna change school but if it's hard to get there then I'll have to consider changing and was told ratoath college is good ,

Hi Codie, we didn't move to Ratoath in the end but from what I can remember when we were checking out the area and doing dummy runs with transport into town etc was that the M3 parkway station is a 10 min drive from Ratoath and the Dunboyne stop a similar distance away. I'm open to correction though

mojesius · 18-12-2017 12:08pm

Hijacking the thread

Moved to Ratoath a couple of months ago from d15. Love the area so far but curious if there are any tips for areas in the vicinity for walking dogs off lead? Been walking them through the estates on leash and bringing them to phoenix park or st Catherine's a few times a week for a run around. Any closer parks/areas nearby for energetic dogs.

A few locals told me that they used to be allowed in the racecourse but due to owners not picking up poo, they're no longer allowed. Rathbeggan lakes , seems they're not allowed either. Any tips appreciated!

Metalpanic · 03-01-2018 4:44pm

mojesius wrote: »

Hijacking the thread

Moved to Ratoath a couple of months ago from d15. Love the area so far but curious if there are any tips for areas in the vicinity for walking dogs off lead? Been walking them through the estates on leash and bringing them to phoenix park or st Catherine's a few times a week for a run around. Any closer parks/areas nearby for energetic dogs.

A few locals told me that they used to be allowed in the racecourse but due to owners not picking up poo, they're no longer allowed. Rathbeggan lakes , seems they're not allowed either. Any tips appreciated!

Have you heard of Balrath Woods? I have only been twice and I cannot remember if dogs are allowed off lead or not though. I know of a local kennel owner who brings dogs there.

http://balrathwoods.com/

mojesius · 09-01-2018 10:43pm

Thanks metalpanic. Yeah we've been there alright. Lovely walk but leads only due to the flora and fauna

Doyle26 · 11-07-2018 8:21pm

Hello,
We are considering purchasing a property in Steeplechase, the estate seems lovely and well maintained. Does anyone have insights into mgmt fee costs? Would you recommend it as an estate to start bringing up a family in?
Thanks

Jennypops · 14-07-2018 2:18pm

Steeplechase is a fab estate to live in, its quiet enough and very well maintained. Mgt Co are really good now, not so hot at the start but as the development has matured and people are paying their mgt fees you can really see the works going on every year to improve & maintain.
Seems to be lots of families living here and tonnes of green space for the kids to play.

Been living here for 13 years so if you need any more info just drop me a PM

Mtk2018 · 14-03-2019 10:13pm

Hi everyone , any views on the new Broadmeadow Vale estate?thanks

Dave_Geoghegan · 29-08-2019 7:15am

Hi. My girlfriend and I are looking at houses around somerville and steeplechase in ratoath. Is anyone here living in either of these estates. Looking for information on the build quality of the houses and is there any known pyrite issues in the area? Thanks

beetlebailey · 30-08-2019 9:17pm

Dave_Geoghegan wrote: »

Hi. My girlfriend and I are looking at houses around somerville and steeplechase in ratoath. Is anyone here living in either of these estates. Looking for information on the build quality of the houses and is there any known pyrite issues in the area? Thanks

I’m in Somerville and I would avoid at all costs, houses are really poor quality,for example we can hear our neighbors boiling a kettle or flicking a light switch.Also a lot of rented property and plenty of teenagers hanging around top of estate and the bridges.

Can’t comment on Steepechase but houses and estate are better quality and finish than Somerville although some areas seem quite overcrowded.

Ratoath is a nice enough area in general although it has deteriorated in recent years and the plans for high density apartments opposite tescos and next to St. Paul’s primary school won’t help.

The lack of a Garda station and only two pubs, one of which attracts s certain type of individual means l be looking at Dunshaughlin.

Movinghousenow · 11-03-2024 1:49pm

Hi,

I'm actively looking at moving to Ratoath and just wondering what is it like to live in.

I noticed lots of cameras at the entrance to Brownstown estate, if someone could shed some light on that please?

Thanks so much

Moving to Ratoath

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