About Us

The best estate agents have a thorough technical knowledge of property; the local area and conveyancing as well as being fussy perfectionists with a camera and putting as much effort into the preparation of property particulars as writing an A-grade essay. They are a hand to hold and the voice of reason when things are getting rocky and the people who should joyfully dance with you when you finally collect the key to your new house. They should, above all, care deeply about you the customer and your home.

We are blessed to have an office with wonderful people like this…

Meet the team

  • Grace Richardson

    Email me

    A little bit about me...

    She is back!!  We are so thrilled to have our lovely Grace working with us again and very lucky that she loves us enough to come back! Grace is our senior negotiator and her smiling face will greet you on viewings and in the office to help you find your dream home.

    • What makes me smile:

      The sun shining, spending time with my family, not forgetting my snowy cat Wilfy and PUPPIES !!

    • Not my cup of tea:

      PG Tips, it’s Yorkshire tea, biscuit brew for me, don’t knock it until you try it.

    • Favourite Island spot:

      My stomping ground, walking from Lake through to Shanklin along the cliff path, then strolling down to the seafront and walking back along the revetment to Sandown.

      Its such a beautiful walk, with plenty of places to stop for coffee, cake and ice cream, what more could you want?

    • Guilty Pleasure :

      Love Island, Married at First Sight and Lego, don’t judge me.

    • Super Power (according to Megan):

      The ability to see the joy in everything and her positivity is uplifting.

  • Megan Baker

    Email me

    A little bit about me...

    I was the first of my family born on the Isle of Wight but feel like an Islander through and through. After being educated in Ryde, I joined a local estate agency after my A Levels. Buying my own agency in 2005 was the best 30th birthday present ever! I’m surrounded by an amazing group of friends and colleagues who all share my passion for property and people. I live in Brighstone with my two doggy babies (you’ll meet the gang if you pop into my office).

    • My role as Managing Director:

      The overall running of the business (fun stuff like accounts and VAT returns); specialist market appraisals, especially village property and making sure we offer a level of service that surprises and delights our customers.

    • What makes me smile:

      Big ginger beards, incredibly strange films and when I look down to find one of my dogs smiling up at me!

    • Not my cup of tea:

      Incorrectly used apostrophes on advertising signs. Grr!

    • Favourite Island spot:

      My commercial property renovation in Newport which I’m bringing back to its original historic glory.  It’s a labour of love, but I adore my ramshackle old pile.

    • Guilty Pleasure:

      Star Wars! I’m a secret nerd of the highest order so am partial to a bit of table top gaming (usually when I’m supposed to be doing my accounts!).

  • Anne McDine

    Email me

    A little bit about me...

    I was born and bred on the Island, and am a Gurnard girl. I lived away for a few years in London and then realised the error of my ways and moved back with my husband in 1996. My background as a financial advisor eventually led to working in estate agency, which is where I met Megan. When she set up on her own in 2005 I was thrilled to join her and here I am, doing something that I love and am lucky enough to be good at. I cannot imagine working anywhere else or with anyone else, and even though being a great estate agent is stressful and emotional, it is hugely rewarding and I wouldn’t swap it for the world!

    • My role as Office Manager:

      The daily running of the office and supporting the team; market appraisals all over the Island and the juicy, difficult parts of sales progressing.

    • What makes me smile:

      Long sunny days; really good locally sourced food and working in my garden.

    • Not my cup of tea:

      Bad manners and having to decide what to have for tea.

    • Favourite Island spot:

      Gurnard Green at sunset – it is where my husband and I sat and decided to come back to the Island, and have never regretted it..

    • Guilty Pleasure:

      Emily in Paris – I love a bit of girly escapism…

    • Super Power (according to Megan):

      Quite simply the best estate agent on the IW.  (I’ve no proof but I dare you to find a better one!)

  • Luca & Nimrod

    Email me

    A little bit about me...

    Luca – Head of Well Being

    Luca, on the left, is here to help us de-stress during our busy day in the office. His soulful eyes and gentle manner can only make you feel chilled, and remind you what is important in the world. He may not say much, but his loving nature speaks volumes and he helps us all get through particularly difficult transactions.

    Nimrod – Head of Reception

    Nimrod, on the right, loves to greet clients when they come into the office with a gentle woof and a wag of his tail. He also thinks of himself as a bit of a security guard, so be prepared for him to check your shopping bags for you, just in case you happen to be carrying sausages, which he might have to take away for inspection.

     

     

People say the nicest things...

  • I would highly recommend Megan Baker they are professional, approachable and friendly. They listened to my requirements and sold my house in a couple of months.

    Ms L – East Cowes
  • Megan, Grace, and team have been excellent. They found us the property we were looking for. Kept us fully informed all the way to a successful completion. Nothing was too much trouble, would thoroughly recommend them all. Very pleased.

    Mr & Mrs Q – Adgestone
  • Just to say thank you so much for your recent sale of my flat. I will not hesitate to recommend Megan Baker to all! Only wish I’d gone with your company from the start!

    Mrs M – Cowes
  • Thank you all so much for all your hard work and dedication. You have all been truly amazing!

    Mr & Mrs T – Cowes
  • Thank you for all your help with the sale of our house. We were very impressed with the efficient and professional service you provided to ensure a fairly smooth process. Thanks again.

    Mr & Mrs C – Cowes
  • I wouldn’t hesitate to highly recommend Megan, Anne and the team. They were incredibly helpful (and understanding) and eased through the sale of the house relatively painlessly.

    Mr & Mrs M – Brighstone
  • Thank you for managing the sale of my property so efficiently. Please pass on my thanks to your team.
    I will certainly recommend you to friends and family should they require estate agent services in the future.

    Mr H – East Cowes
  • Fantastic service, kept us up to date throughout, professional and courteous at all times

    Mr & Mrs W – Sandown
  • Thank you so much for selling my house for me. Your diplomacy and tenacity have been exemplary, and without your hard work I think the sale would probably not have happened. You and your colleagues have made a long and difficult process less arduous and I’m very grateful.

    Mrs V – Gurnard
  • It has been an absolute pleasure working with you all at Megan Baker.  I would recommend you to everyone.  If anyone in the future wants a reference, send them my way! I can’t thank you enough for everything, you’ve been brilliant!

     

    Mrs S – Cowes
  • I want to thank you and your staff for your most wonderful service which resulted in the successful sale of our house on the Isle of Wight. We could not have asked for more. The efficiency and professionalism that everyone conducted themselves with was superb and we want to express our gratitude for the service which you all provided for us.

    Mr & Mrs E – East Cowes
  • It has been such a pleasure dealing with the various team members especially Grace and Anne – they have been superb in their customer service and support . I have been informed about every development and nothing was too much trouble .

     

    Mrs B – Ryde
  • Anne at Cowes office Megan Bakers gave us exceptional service during the sale of our house, not only was the sale so professionally managed, but the support Anne gave us during the sale process was first class.  Thank you so much for all your hard work and first class service, and thank you to all staff at Cowes Megan Bakers .

    >

    Mr & Mrs B – Cowes
  • I would have no hesitation in recommending your establishment as the best I have used and I will be back if I need an agent on the Island.  A service level that is rare in today’s world, thanks for making it a pleasant experience. Good luck to all for 2017

    Mr C – Ventnor
  • Branch Manager, Anne, has been infinitely patient and skilled at negotiating and smoothing out all the complexities, leading to successful outcomes all round. The customer service we have received throughout the process has been second-to-none.

    Mr & Mrs L – Cowes
  • We have used Megan Baker several times now and on each occasion their level of professionalism is excellent. Coupled with their expertise in also handling solicitors, we are delighted with this Estate Agent and all the staff involved – each one deserves a congratulations for a job well done

    Mr C – Newport
  • A dedicated team that worked hard to make sure the whole selling process was smooth. Their attention to detail and communication was impeccable. Would definitely use Megan Baker again.

    Mr & Mrs W – Cowes
  • Thank you very much for all your hard working in selling my property. It is very much appreciated.

    Mrs H – Cowes
  • Could not be beaten – kept in regular touch and pushed hard when things were delayed. Very friendly and knowledgeable!

    Mr & Mrs P – Shorwell
  • Really helpful friendly staff. I felt very valued and looked after through the whole process of buying my house.

    Can’t thank the team enough.