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From waterfront homes in Salcombe to contemporary coastal properties in Rock and Padstow, the South West’s prime property market can be difficult to navigate without the right expertise.
Whether you’re buying or selling a luxury home, the outcome often comes down to the estate agent you choose. As luxury holiday home experts ourselves, we've built up a local network of brilliant people. In this guide, we open up our little black book of trusted luxury estate agents across Devon and Cornwall – known for exceptional local knowledge, discreet service and access to some of the region’s most remarkable homes.
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Based in Rock on Cornwall’s north coast, the team at John Bray Estates specialise in coastal and waterside homes in the surrounding areas like Polzeath, Daymer Bay and Port Isaac. They have over 50 years of experience and offer tailored buying advice through their connections with local architects, builders and interior designers.
If you’re looking to sell, you’ll benefit from their in-depth market knowledge that carefully matches buyers with exactly the right property for them.
Get in touch: 01208 862 601 | johnbrayestates.co.uk
The brainchild of Martyn Rohrs and Matthew Rowe, this Victoria-based company were named “Best Estate Agency in Cornwall” from 2017 to 2021. They’re known for selling architect-designed homes across the county, from Porthtowan on the north coast to Falmouth and Feock on the south.
Expect a personalised service, accurate valuations, and reassurance at every stage of the process.
Get in touch: 01872 306 360 | rohrsandrowe.co.uk
Rock, North Cornwall
Based in Padstow, Jackie Stanley is a long-established estate agency specialising in homes across North Cornwall. With more than 30 years in the industry, they’re particularly well known for their personal approach and strong presence within one of Cornwall’s most established coastal property markets. The team are all local to the region, so have a wealth of knowledge to share about exactly where to buy and sell.
Get in touch: 01841 532 555 | jackie-stanley.co.uk
Covering mostly St Mawes and the Roseland Peninsula, H Tiddy are South Cornwall specialists. Operating out of Helford, they’re best known for waterside homes, village properties and rural estates, where location and access to the water often shape the market.
Bear in mind that H Tiddy focus solely on selling. They offer a range of valuations, from straight-forward online forms, to tailored home visits.
Get in touch: 01326 270 212 | htiddy.co.uk
Known for handling some of Cornwall's more significant and distinctive homes, Lillicrap Chilcot are based in Truro. They've recently listed properties for sale in Restronguet Point and Mevagissey in South Cornwall, as well as Portreath on the north coast and St Ives down west, so the team's expertise spans the length and breadth of the county.
Their website makes it easy to search for high-end homes at certain price points, or if you're selling, you can book free evaluations to discuss the best method of sale for you.
Get in touch: 01872 273 473 | lillicrapchilcot.com
St Ives, West Cornwall (left), St Mawes, South Cornwall (middle) and Sennen Cove, West Cornwall (right)
With over 30 years in the Devon property scene, Marchand Petit are known for their astute knowledge of town, country and coastal homes. They operate out of key South Hams locations like Salcombe and Dartmouth, as well as market towns and riverside villages like Kingsbridge and Newton Ferrers.
Operating at the very top of the market, we'd recommend getting in touch with their Prime Waterfront and Country House department, specialising exclusively in properties over £1m. Marchand Petit also have a prescence in London thanks to their Park Lane branch.
Get in touch: marchandpetit.co.uk
Based in Kingsbridge, Harriet George focuses on homes across the South Hams, particularly in and around Salcombe and surrounding villages. Established by a team with over two decades of industry experience, the agency may be small in size, but its personal, locally informed approach to residential sales makes it a trusted favourite.
Get in touch: 01548 859 905 | harrietgeorge.co.uk
This agency pride themselves on partnering people and property for over 150 years. Covering Devon as well as London, their reach across both regions makes them a familiar name for buyers and sellers moving between coastal and city life.
Alongside residential sales, Luscombe Maye also has strong roots in rural property and estate management. Having been around since 1873, they know a thing or two about the South West property market.
Get in touch: luscombemaye.com
Based in Kingsbridge, Charles Head specialises in homes across the South Hams, including Salcombe, Hope Cove and the surrounding coastline. An independent agency with a personalised approach to each client, their all-female team brings a fresh perspective to the local property market.
Current listings include homes in sought-after coastal locations such as Beesands, Torcross and Thurlestone.
Get in touch: 01548 852 352 | charleshead.co.uk
Dartmouth (left) and Salcombe (right), South Devon
While Knight Frank operates across the UK and internationally, it has a strong presence in the country and coastal property markets here in the South West. The team combines local market expertise with access to a wider buyer network, particularly within the prime residential sector. Their reach makes them a natural consideration for exceptional homes where exposure beyond the regional market is important.
Get in touch: 01392 423 111 | knightfrank.co.uk
Fine & Country is a UK-wide estate agency network specialising in high-quality residential property. In the South West, they focus on distinctive country, coastal and village homes in particular, combining local market knowledge with a broader lifestyle-led marketing approach.
With a network of local offices across the UK, look to this agency for a more personal, regional approach within a national brand.
Get in touch: fineandcountry.co.uk
The Modern House specialise in architect-designed, modern homes. Their portfolio spans contemporary conversions, mid-century properties and carefully executed coastal and countryside homes, with a strong emphasis on form and considered living. It’s a more design-led approach that focuses on how a home is lived in day-to-day, not just how it’s classified.
Get in touch: 020 3795 5920 | themodernhouse.com
Talk to our Portfolio team about renting your luxury holiday home exclusively through Perfect Stays. From Devon’s peaceful coastal villages to Cornwall’s sought-after beach towns, our collection spans the length and breadth of the South West - with a focus on exceptional homes and a highly personalised approach for both our owners and guests. See what luxury homeownership could look like for you.
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From left to right: our properties Trehayl in Rock, Brynia in Daymer Bay, Kilden Mor in Padstow, Tamarisks in Hope Cove, Clifftop in Bigbury-on-Sea and Waterside in Salcombe
Image credits: All images are our own. Main image shows Trehayl in Rock.
When she's not out for a roast by the coast, Soph loves walking with her husband and their golden retriever pup, Obi. She writes about all things Cornwall and is a strong believer that there’s no such thing as too many houseplants.
Just minutes from the beach, Trehayl is a private dog-friendly paradise set in the heart of Rock. Renovated to the highest standard, the beautifully designed interiors, stunning coastal vistas and heated outdoor pool provide an unforgettable holiday backdrop.
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Set right on the water’s edge and featuring a cinema room plus three coastal inspired bedrooms, Waterside enjoys sensational views over the Salcombe Estuary. The elevated terrace and open plan living space invite sociable evenings with friends and family, while the beautiful beach at Mill Bay sits just across the water.
A real coastal haven, this large and luxurious home enjoys jaw-dropping views over the golden sands of Hope Cove Beach and the glistening sea beyond. Indulge in sunny lunches on the wraparound terrace or play games with the little ones in the secure garden. Just a short drive to the foodie town of Salcombe, it’s the perfect base to explore the wonderful South Devon coast.
With its striking architecture and idyllic Cornish location, this high-spec home enjoys sparkling views over Padstow and the Camel Estuary. Three beautifully finished bedrooms, a modern kitchen and secluded garden complete with a hot tub make it a tempting retreat for families and groups of friends.
An incredible home on the North Cornwall coast, Brynia has sweeping sea views, elegant interiors and a large garden with a hot tub. Sleeping up to 12 guests across five beautifully designed bedrooms, Brynia invites special celebrations and family get-togethers. Situated within walking distance of the coast path, explore Daymer Bay, Rock and Polzeath from your doorstep.
Settled above the waves amid the rugged Devon landscape, you’ll find this dreamlike retreat. Clifftop has been carefully renovated by VESP Architects into a true sanctuary, sleeping up to 14 guests. Home to panoramic ocean views over Challaborough Bay, it lends itself to spa breaks and family getaways, thanks to its seven bedrooms, direct coast path access, sea-view hot tub and sauna.
