Simon has spent the majority of his working life in the service industry. He grew up in Tasmania lutruwita and began his career on the island. Before too long the travel bug took hold and time was spent working in Perth, Melbourne and Central Australia Uluru with a few short interludes back in Tasmania along the way.

With a background in five star hotels an international opportunity arose to take on the role of House Manager to the 8th Earl & Countess of Carnarvon at Highclere Castle. Today Highclere is most recognised as the fictional home of Lord & Lady Grantham on the television series Downton Abbey. Eight years were spent in the UK, at Highclere and other private residences, refining skills in household service and managing stately homes.

In 2011 the pristine wilderness, uninhabitated beaches and fresh air of Tasmania could not be resisted any longer. On returning he immersed himself in the local food and wine scene becoming involved with Harvest Launceston Community Farmer's Market, twice voted Australia's best farmers' market, and Delamere Vineyard a premium sparkling wine producer in the Pipers River region.

He shares his time between bushwalking into the ancient forests the island is renowned for, designing and implementing refined Tasmanian visitor adventures, and continues to offer impeccable service as a butler on a freelance basis to select clients throughout Australia. Freelance Butler enquiries: simonmcinerney.com