This charming 1830's Georgian Manor House Hotel is nestled amid 300 acres of tranquil parklands on the dramatic Hook Peninsula and yet it is less than 10km from Waterford City and only 100 miles from Dublin or Cork.  Owned and operated by Kevin and Catherine Dundon, Dunbrody reflects their joint passion for excellence in all areas.  Kevin Dundon, the Celebrity Master Chef, not only runs both of their restaurants but also offers cooking classes, while Catherine oversees the guests in the house to make sure all their needs are met.  Dunbrody’s chic yet informal ambience permeates the house, where guests have the opportunity to experience sheer indulgence coupled with a tradition of courteous attentive service.  Relaxation is the order of the day starting with room service of a Champagne breakfast (served till Noon daily) and later on perhaps a spa treatment.  The focus is on food not just of the body but also the mind in the food-based therapies at their renowned spa.  This gastro twist makes the Dunbrody experience one of a kind on numerous levels - a sensuous, elegant retreat for body and mind.   End the day by treating yourself to some of Ireland's finest cuisine from either the award-winning gourmet Harvest Room Restaurant or Dundon's Champagne Seafood Bar & Terrace.   Besides staying in the main house, there is an alternative option for those who may be traveling as a large family or for those who seek privacy.  The Lodge at Dunbrody, once the Steward’s Home of the Estate, has 3 bedrooms, and a formal sitting room with open turf fire.  As your home away from home, it also features a spacious kitchen where you can practice what you just learned at the cookery school or have a private chef and wait staff prepare dinner for your enjoyment.