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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...

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Your service throughout was second to none and the team a credit to your business (and I’m not just saying that because I know Anne & Megan!) Thank you once again for all your hard work, dedication and perseverance.

    Mr & Mrs S – Newport

  • Very responsive to enquiries and all staff very friendly and helpful ,and make the whole experience of dealing with what is usually a stressful situation in fact quite pleasant.

    Mr & Mrs R – Brighstone

  • I would highly recommend Megan Baker and their team. Anne and Grace have been fabulous throughout, always keeping me informed and updated on the process in a personal, yet efficient manner. I can’t thank them enough!

    Mrs R – Newport

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

    Mr & Mrs P – Shorwell

  • Thank you for all your help through a very difficult journey to our new cottage.

    Mr & Mrs W – Thorley

  • So much more than just a “local estate agent” Excellent communication from beginning to end Although Anne was our designated contact – every member of their staff was well informed of the progress and status of our sale .

    Mr P – Cowes

  • They really worked hard to keep chain together & keep everything moving forward. Would definitely recommend to friends. Found all the ladies helpful bringing different experiences to keep things on track. Nothing seemed to much trouble, Well done!

    Ms H – East Cowes

  • You have constantly kept me informed and dealt calmly with all the problems which arose. Now my buyers have a wonderful house and I can move on to the rest of my life. Estate agents don’t come better than you!

    Mrs V – Gurnard

  • A professional, yet very personal service was provided and I felt completely supported throughout . The team at Megan Baker are so friendly and approachable. They made an emotionally, difficult move for me, as easy and pleasurable as possible. They deserve a really big thank you…. I absolutely love my new home ❤

    Mrs W – Cowes

  • Fantastic service, kept us up to date throughout, professional and courteous at all times

    Mr & Mrs W – Sandown

  • At no time did I feel that you were just ‘doing the job’, you walked the extra mile on our behalf….this makes you a very hard act for any other estate agents to follow.

    Ms B – Ryde

  • From the first phone call requesting a viewing, right through to exchange, we’ve had nothing but exceptional service. Not only was it efficient, it was delivered with personality, warmth and genuine care. They are a lovely team and we can praise them highly enough.

    Mr & Mrs D – Gurnard

  • Small run firm with very kind and informed staff. Nothing too much trouble

    Ms G – Chillerton

  • Anne and the Megan Baker team have been fantastic in selling our home. From start to finish they were honest, respectful and totally professional. The whole experience has been a very quick process, 8 weeks from first viewing to exchanging contracts, and that has a lot to do with Anne and her insatiable appetite for getting the job done!! Many thanks to you all. I will not hesitate to recommend or use again in the future.

    Mr & Mrs B -Cowes

  • With Megan Baker we felt in good hands right from the start. The staff were super friendly and good at keeping us informed at all stages of the sale. Excellent.

    Mr & Mrs L – Cowes

  • Been so good from the very start when I turned up without an appointment couldn’t do enough. Always kept us informed at every stage, nothing too much. Would always recommend! Very exciting now to be nearly at the point of having the keys.

    Mr & Mrs E – Brighstone

  • Very good, kept us well informed, completed No problems, very friendly

    Mr Marshall – Cowes
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