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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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...

  • Helpful, efficient, polite and very friendly . All the employees were enthusiastic and prompt in their replies, nothing seemed to be too much trouble . Thanks to all of the team.

    Mrs B – Cowes
  • They are just the best estate agents ever. So caring and are happy to give you all the time in the world for phone calls and visits and are always there to dish out the emotional support too!

    Couldn’t have done it without them
  • I was particularly impressed with the ongoing advice about scheduled viewings, feedback and your willingness to help with peripheral matters like minor repairs and cleaning,  given that I was not locally based and able to be there personally.

    Mr L – Cowes
  • I would recommend Megan Baker, the company seem very efficient and on the ball. I have always found them to be approachable, always helpful and nothing is too much trouble. We have always been kept up to date with the process along the way of the sale or our property.

    Mr & Mrs N – Gurnard
  • So nice to have phone calls always returned, and ‘rightmove’ always updated with the correct information! I know I am not alone when I say they are simply a cut above everyone else.

    Ms J – Cowes
  • This company goes the extra mile and provides old fashioned service that exceeds all reasonable expectations! My sale was fraught with delay and complication but they worked as a strong team to keep everything moving along providing an amazing service Thank you!

    Mr S – Cowes
  • We would like to say many, many thanks to you all for the help and support you have given us. You have gone above and beyond and it has been very much appreciated. Just can’t fault the service you have given. Thank you !!!

    Mr & Mrs W – East Cowes
  • 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.
  • Always helpful and knowledgeable about the purchasing process. We didn’t have to chase the agent they always contacted us and kept us informed constantly. Very happy with the service from all the team. Would definitely use them again.

    Mr R – Cowes
  • I felt we were always represented fully by you and your team at Megan Baker, and this was important as we were generally remote from the location.  I want to thank you and your team so very much for navigating us to the successful conclusion and completion of sale.

    Mr R – East Cowes
  • Great professional service. Easy to chat with. Always on hand, even out of normal working hours. Kept us informed every step of the way. Would definitely recommend.

    Mr M & Miss D – East Cowes
  • Brilliant friendly service, wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them

    Miss W – Cowes
  • Megan Baker were very helpful and caring all through buying our house and work very well as a team.

    Mr T- Newport
  • Megan Baker were with us all the way. All the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. They went beyond what was expected and we’re always proficient and professional. We could not have instructed a better estate agent.

    Mr & Mrs B – Wootton
  • Friendly team who have been excellent with communicating the situation throughout the process of selling our home. They have been helpful in getting the deal done in a timely manner and acted professionally in all aspects of the sale.

    Mr & Mrs P – Cowes
  • We have had such a positive experience from start to finish with the whole team. We have got to know them all by name, we have been kept in the loop at all times and they have handled this difficult and emotional selling experience so professionally and personally we would certainly recommend them and use them again. They understood this was a big journey for us selling our home and didn’t just see it as business! Highly recommend! Thank you all!

    Mrs N – Newport
  • Megan and her staff have been superb right from the outset, we are convinced that nobody could have improved on the wonderful service we received. I have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending the company to anybody. We will always be grateful to Megan and her fantastic staff. A big, big thank you to them all.

    Mr & Mrs D – Newport
  • I have been very impressed with the professionalism and personal service that I received during the process of selling. I live 175 miles away but it never felt like it as the flow of information and updates were so very reassuring and pitched at exactly the right level. We encountered a hitch but you went beyond my expectations to help resolve it and keep the sale going, certainly going the extra mile for the client.

    Mr C Ventnor
  • Anne – taking me from Bembridge to Ryde was an extra, as well as helping me clean up – you deserve a gold star!  I love my “Happy Place” gift and it is hanging in pride of place for all to see.  Thank you to the whole team.

    Mrs W – Ryde
  • 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