Marlfield House is renowned for its lavish and warm hospitality and has long been recognized as one of the most celebrated luxury hotels in Ireland.

An Oasis of tranquillity and charm this luxury country house hotel in Ireland has a refreshingly relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, mirrored by the courtesy of the Bowe family and their dedicated team. Marlfield first opened its doors to guests over 40 years ago and is a member of the prestigious world wide Relais & Chateaux luxury hotel group and Ireland’s Blue Book.

The house is set in 40 acres of manicured gardens, encompassing a large kitchen garden, woodland walks, lake and fowl reserve, lawns and herbaceous borders. The interior bears all the signs of a much loved house filled with fresh flowers, gleaming antiques and mirrors, blazing fires and period paintings.

Whether you are seeking for a relaxing country escape or an unforgettable stay at one of the luxury hotels Ireland has to offer, Marlfield House is a perfect destination and only one hour away from Dublin.

Marlfield House offers excellent small banqueting and conference facilities and is a beautiful setting for a romantic luxurious country wedding. The house also hosts a number of events such as Sunday recitals and classical concerts throughout the year.

ROOMS & SUITES
All 18 of the bedrooms in the manor house are uniquely decorated with rich fabrics and elegant furnishings and have marble bathrooms, king or twin sized beds and many overlook the garden or the lake.

There are a host of rooms to choose from ranging from Cosy Standard and Classic Rooms on the first and second floors which are reached by stairs as Marlfield does not have a lift. The Junior State and State Rooms, or our master bedroom, The Print Suite are all located on the ground floor.

They are furnished with carefully chosen antiques and paintings and have Floris toiletries, Frette linen, oversized bathrobes with slippers, Hairdryers, Trouser press, Iron & Ironing Board, Wi-Fi, flat screen TV’s, radios. Bottled water and fresh fruit await guests on arrival.

MASTER SUITE
The elegant and stately master suite is beautifully decorated with stippled turquoise walls, set with striking black and white classical decoupage prints and garlands. The walls are adorned with paintings and prints and the room contains fine antiques including an Empire sofa in coral and dining table.

It overlooks the Knot garden where guests can sit and enjoy breakfast, afternoon tea or a cocktail or perhaps dine beside the blazing fire. The king size gilded and padded bed is set in an alcove and is strewn with cushions and white linen. A panelled octagonal dressing room leads to the elegant marble bathroom with large jacuzzi bath, walk in shower and twin sinks.

STATE ROOMS
Our State rooms offer the ultimate in luxury. All are large with a separate seating area featuring a period marble fireplace with gas fire and large marble bathrooms. All have views of the gardens or the lake.

The antiques and furnishings in these rooms have been thoughtfully selected by the Bowe family over decades and they truly reflect an era of gracious living. The State bedrooms are handsome bedrooms with very fine drapes and furnishings. All three are completely different in style and décor and will please the most discerning guest.

JUNIOR STATE ROOMS
The junior state rooms are beautifully decorated with rich fabrics and fine antique furniture. The gilded period French furniture, artwork, mirrors and lavish fabrics make this room distinctly French. This bedroom has king size or twin beds and an elegant marble bathroom with double sinks and very large window overlooking the lake. French doors lead to a circular terrace.

CLASSIC ROOMS
The Classic Rooms are very comfortable rooms furnished with carefully chosen fabrics and have marble bathrooms and smart furnishings. They are on the ground, 1st and 2nd floor of the house and provide varied views over the gardens and courtyard. The classic rooms are standard in size with classical antique finishes.

POND SUITES
The recently launched Pond Suites are located overlooking the pond, in a lush, wooded setting of mature oak trees and ferns. Encompassing large open plan interiors of 50m2, with patio doors onto a private terrace, they are the epitome of a modern, luxurious country house experience, in the most private of settings.

From the woodland and russet colours of The Fox, exotic greens and blues of The Peacock, the striking Blue Heron and The White Heron, each has its own distinctive character. A large bathroom with a free-standing bath sits under a round picture window, walk-in shower, double sinks & separate WC.

You will experience plush, luxe interiors encompassing eclectic & bespoke furnishings & modern amenities & fittings. Each suite stands alone in its own grounds amid oak and chestnut trees, surrounded by nature, and is built to the highest building specifications & a low carbon footprint. Don’t miss the opportunity of this unique experience!

THE LODGE
The Lodge is a recently renovated luxurious contemporary two bedroom cottage with mini bars, open plan kitchen and living area with open fire, multi channel TV’s and WiFi.

Room service menus from Marlfield House and The Duck Restaurant are offered your comfort and pleasure. A fantastic way for friends or family to enjoy Marlfield, its grounds and restaurants and the surrounding area.

DINING
Marlfield’s reputation was built on its food much of which is grown in the garden and surrounding area. Fresh herbs, vegetables and fruits grow abundantly and are gathered daily. Wexford fish and shellfish, Spring lamb, beef, local cheeses and Wexford Summer berries feature very strongly on all the menus.

Offering everything from Afternoon Tea in the charming elegance of the Drawing Room, lunch in the Library, the fine dining dinner and Sunday lunch menu in the Conservatory to the less formal dining offering in the stylish and casual environment of The Duck Restaurant and its south facing terrace.

THE DUCK TERRACE RESTAURANT, CAFE’ & BAR
The Duck Terrace Restaurant & Café is located in restored courtyard buildings including a coach house, potting shed and gardener’s tool shed situated on the grounds of Marlfield House just outside Gorey.

The restaurant is located in a long stone building with French doors opening onto a sandstone terrace overlooking the kitchen garden filled with vegetables, soft fruits, a plethora of herbs and beds of blooming roses!

Recently named Atmospheric Restaurant of the Year 2017 by Georgina Campbell’s Ireland Guide and Restaurant of the Year 2017 by at South East Radio Hospitality Awards, The Duck offers a unique dining experience in a casual setting.

The space comprises a relaxed restaurant with a blazing fire, café bar and glasshouse with views of the manor house and garden and also a sandstone terrace for alfresco coffees, pastries, cocktails, lunch or dinner. A unique relaxed dining experience enjoyed by friends and family day and night throughout the year on the grounds of this lovely country house.

Our talented chefs cook using fresh and exciting ingredients from our garden and the locality. Food is modern fusion and Italian and is best described as delicious and moreish. Light dishes including antipasti, flatbreads and dips, exciting salads, steaks, fish and much more.

CONSERVATORY RESTAURANT
The cuisine at the Conservatory Restaurant is best described as classical with French and Mediterranean influence. Dining in the flower-filled Turner style conservatory overlooking the garden with its frescoed walls and sparking silver is a truly memorable experience.

Much of the ingredients are grown in our extensive kitchen gardens with vegetables, herbs and fruits gathered daily and prepared with care by our team of chefs. Local produce including Wexford beef and lamb, Dunmore East fish and Irish cheeses all feature strongly on our daily menus.

The impeccable quality and ambience of the restaurant consistently earns The Conservatory Restaurant at Marlfield House its place among Ireland’s finest dining experiences. Our seasonal five-course dinner is served from 6 to 9 pm.

And the traditional Sunday lunch menu featuring Kilmore Quay crab, Dublin Bay prawns, roast fillet of Wexford beef, Black Sole to mention a few specialities is served every Sunday from 12.30 to 3pm.

AFTERNOON TEA
The elegant and gracious surroundings of Marlfield House lends itself to relaxing over our delicious Afternoon Tea. Sit back and be pampered with crisp white linen, bone china and gleaming silverware in the surroundings of the Drawing Room, Conservatory or on the Terrace overlooking the Gardens. What is better than a delicious Scone and Tea while relaxing in the gardens in the afternoon.

The experience of Afternoon Tea at Marlfield is unique – stunning gardens, quality Home Baked Scones with Wexford Butter and delicious Sandwiches to compliment your perfect day. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate a special birthday or anniversary with friends! Enjoy!

THE CELLARS
The Cellars at Marlfield Hotel offer an extensive list of wonderful wines from all over the world. From wines for very special occasions to our personally selected house wines list Marlfield prides itself on its cellars.

Whatever the occasion and your choice of food we will be delighted to help you make exactly the right choice. Wine selection, vintages and prices are subject to availability and change. Allergen advice: all of our wines contain sulphites.

WEDDINGS IN IRELAND
Marlfield House is long established as one of Ireland’s most luxurious country house hotels and among most popular exclusive and unique wedding venues in Ireland. The Bowe family and staff have been welcoming guests since 1978 and Marlfield is a proud members of Ireland’s Blue Book and Relais et Chateaux.

Set in 36 acres of lush gardens and woodlands, it provides an exclusive and unique setting for a most romantic and memorable luxury country house wedding. Imagine having all of your family and friends with you in the privacy and exclusivity of your own manor house for the most important day of your life – Marlfield fulfils this dream and much more!

ACTIVITIES IN WEXFORD 
As the residence of the Earls of Courtown, in its day Marlfield welcomed the gentry in their pursuit of leisure. The Bowe family have maintained the traditions of country pursuits and today guests can enjoy the luxury accommodations of the house and a host of activities.

We also have a croquet lawn and tennis court on the grounds and many different breeds of duck and geese and black swans on the lake. Marlfield House is convenient located in North Wexford and is a perfect base for exploring Ireland’s Ancient East, especially Wicklow & Wexford.

County Wexford is famous for its long white sandy beaches, pretty fishing villages, abbeys and castles and lush rolling countryside, the Sunny South East is awaiting discovery.

GOLF
Marlfield House Hotel is located close to many well-known Golf Clubs, which include the following: Courtown 5 minutes, The European, Woodenbridge and Enniscorthy 25 minutes, Arklow 15 minutes, Druid’s Glen and Wexford Golf Club 45 minutes, St Helen’s Bay 55 minutes and Mount Juliet 1¼ hours. Others Golf courses in the area include Faithlegg Golf Club, Charlesland Golf Club and Blainroe. We will be happy to arrange tee times for our guests.

Archery & Laser Pigeon Shooting
Marlfield House provides the perfect backdrop for both archery and laser pigeon shooting and we can arrange both for groups of 10 or more. Both are competitive and versatile sports where strength and accuracy are tested to the full.

Private Tours
Delve Deeper and immerse yourself in the stories of Wexford, the Cornerstone of Ireland’s Ancient East with a custom private tours with Gallivanting Tours.

Equestrian & Hunting
County Wexford offers beautiful horse riding trails. We can arrange riding in a local riding school for people with all levels of experience. The ‘Island Hunt’ hunts in our area every week. Our team would be delighted to arrange first class horses for a day’s hunting in the south east of Ireland for our guests.

Dunbrody Famine Ship
Explore the spectacular Dunbrody Famine Ship above and below deck, step back in time as costumed performers set the scene for a journey that transformed the lives of thousands and be immersed in the sights and sounds of a real life famine ship.

Irish National Heritage Park
Take an incredible journey through 9000 years of Ireland’s past in our outdoor museum! Explore the world of our ancestors as you roam freely through 35 acres of woodlands and wetlands trails.

National 1798 Rebellion Centre
Fanned by flames of Revolution in America and France, the events of 1798 in Ireland are etched forever on Irish history. Vividly re-told in an exciting interpretation of events the “Rebellion Experience” at The National 1798 Rebellion Centre is not to be missed.

Johnstown Castle
Johnstown Castle Gardens, near Wexford Town, are lush ornamental gardens that adorn the castle estate, a popular destination for walks and picnics. The grounds feature a wide variety of trees and shrubs, representing the best aspects of a formal and wild garden.

Wexford Heritage Trail
An age-old gateway into Ireland, County Wexford is steeped in history dating back to the Stone Age, over 6,000 years ago. Journey through time and meet our ancestors – Celts, Christians, Vikings, Normans, French, Welsh and English – who have left us a quite remarkable heritage, unrivaled anywhere else in Ireland.

Gardens: Wexford Garden Trail
Wexford and Wicklow have more than a few very famous gardens including Powerscourt, Kilruddery, Mount Usher, Kilmokee, Johnstown Castle and a number of other gardens within 45 minutes drive from Marlfield. To discover gardens in County Wexford visit Wexford Garden Trail of which Marlfield is also a member.

Walking: Wexford Walking Trail
In County Wexford we have a diversity of walking trails to accommodate a range of abilities and interests: mountain and hill walking; coastal; riverside; woodland; historic and scenic.

County Wicklow
The Garden of Ireland is steeped in history and scenic beauty. Glendalough and its monastic settlements, the Sally Gap and the Blessington lakes to name but a few specific spots, are all well worth a visit and just a short drive from Marlfield.

Kilkenny
Kilkenny is Ireland’s Medieval Capital and is the perfect destination for a day outing with its 12th Century Castle & Cathedral, Abbeys and many leading crafts persons.

Website: www.marfieldhouse.com

Rooms: 18

Price: from 348 EUR per night