The comfort of a luxury small hotel,
exclusively yours
Dunowen House is available as an exclusive hire for groups of up to 20 guests. Located just 10 minutes drive from Clonakilty, West Cork it offers a wonderful base to explore Irelands’ stunning southern coastline.
There are two properties on site – the Main House with six ensuite bedrooms and Orchard Cottage with a further three bedrooms. The estate can be rented in its entirety or the properties booked individually, depending on your group size or event. We do not rent nightly, or by the room.
Dunowen House is perfect for group or family holidays, intimate weddings and special events.
We are a proud member of the prestigious Ireland’s Blue Book group, so you can be assured of what we offer guests.
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"A Magical West Cork Escape"
We stayed at Dunowen House for a long weekend and genuinely didn’t want to leave. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the beauty of the house and its surroundings – the views, the gardens, the quiet… it’s pure magic. The house itself is full of character and history but still feels incredibly cosy and luxurious.
We loved having our morning coffee overlooking the sea and strolling down to the nearby coves. It was the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Clonakilty is only a few minutes away too, so we had some lovely meals out and picked up bits from the local markets.
Aisling & Dara,
Dublin
"A Dream Wedding Come to Life"
We were blown away with the unmatched beauty of Dunowen – the set- ting, the people and all the details make it come to life. We feel so blessed to have had our wedding here and so grateful for Kela and Stephen for making this the most special day of our lives. We are leaving a piece of our hearts here so we will absolutely have to come back again. All our love
Ben & Laura
"An Unforgettable Celebration of Love"
I could not have imagined a more beautiful stay and wedding. We took a chance and put our trust in Kela and Stephen, booking Dunowen sight un- seen! What a wonderful experience to celebrate our love with the people we care about most without having to worry about the details. The flow- ers, the food and the accommodations were unforgettable. Thank you for giving us the space to create lifetime memories! Dunowen will have a piece of our heart. We hope to come back and do it again!
Liz & Bobby
Oregon
"A Perfect Stay"
Kela and Stephen. Thank you for our wonderful stay at Dunowen House and letting us enjoy the beauty of West Cork in your wonderful home and surroundings. We absolutely loved it.
The O’Neill
Dublin
"Another Unforgettable Stay"
Thank you Kela & Stephen for another amazing stay. When you’ve stayed in Dunowen it’s impossible to stay elsewhere. Your house is per- fection!
Ray & Family
"A Perfect 70th Celebration"
Many thanks Kela and Stephen for a wonderful stay at Dunowen House. The house is so spacious, especially for our smallish family group who helped me celebrate my 70th birthday. Thanks for the beautiful flowers throughout and all the home baking. We loved the location.
The Praulins Group
"Surrounded by Dunowen’s Gardens and Coastal Beauty"
Thank you for a wonderful week. Everything was perfect and we loved being able to walk to the beach and sit in the beautiful gardens. Hope to come again.
The Barrats
Australia
"A Perfect 80th Birthday Celebration"
The end of a fabulous week celebrating my 80th birthday. It has been a brilliant stay with everything we needed. Just perfect. Thank you so much Kela & Stephen for your thought and kindness. All the best for the future and perhaps we will see you again!
Liz
The Ultimate 5-Star Escape
Bravo! You have created the perfect backdrop for a 5 star vacation. Our group of 18 could not have imagined a more comfortable and luxe week. I’ll see you on Instagram and we will all see you again in person next va- cation.
The Walshes
USA
Step Inside Orchard Cottage within the walled garden
Intimate Weddings
& Special Occasions
An intimate and luxurious setting for your celebrations
Historic Dunowen House provides you with a very unique and luxurious setting for your celebrations. Located in a stunning coastal setting, our 18th Century country house is perfect for hosting your intimate wedding, family reunion or milestone birthday.
When you book Dunowen House for your celebration, it is yours exclusively. This provides you with the opportunity to create the type of event you want, something unique to you. Our priority is that you have the time and space to relax and enjoy your stay, to make the most special memories with the people you cherish.
Welcome to the Dunowen House Blog – your window into life on Ireland’s stunning southwest coast. Here, we share the stories that shape our home, from the rich history of Dunowen and the legends of West Cork, to insider travel tips, seasonal recipes, and glimpses behind the scenes of our lovingly restored Georgian house.
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