Ever since Douglas & Dean Letting and Property Management opened the business back in 2008, hundreds of homeowners have trusted us to help let or sell their properties for them. Such a task isnt taken lightly, we make it a priority to ensure each and every one of our customers gets all the support they need from us throughout the whole moving process. Honesty and integrity is at the heart of everything we do, combining this with our extensive knowledge of the local property market, we are one of the most trusted sales and lettings agents in the region.
We are a local independent company committed to offering the highest standards of service to landlords, tenants, vendors and buyers alike. The emphasis in our service is placed firmly on combining traditional values with modern technology to market property in the most effective manner in today’s ever changing world, always putting the needs of the client first.
Determination, dedication and enthusiasm is exactly what makes a move happen. There isn’t a better feeling for us than handing keys over on moving day. We love having visitors, so whether you are selling, house hunting or need some general property advice, you’re very welcome to pop our Fore Street office to see us.
Although we are a friendly bunch, this doesn’t stop us from being professional; we have very high standards at Douglas and Dean and this is why we are members of The property Ombudsman for both Lettings & Sales. This puts us at the forefront of industry developments and ensures we adhere to a nationally recognised code of practice and professional conduct. With this in mind, you can be confident you are dealing with an agent who will act in your best interests at all times.
The experience of Nicola and her teams knowledge of the local market is the key to the success of the company for Douglas & Dean’s unrivalled reputation in Ilfracombe and surrounding areas.
Meet the faces of Douglas & Dean, based in our Church Street office
Douglas and Dean is led by Nicola Draper who has over 22 years experience in the property market as a Letting & Estate Agent. Nicola set up the company in 2008 and the business has gone from strength to strength to become one of North Devon’s most reputable agents and is very proud of our 5 star google rating. She is passionate about helping people and loves agreeing a let or sale.
With over 30 years years experience in the local area, Andrews role here is to value homes for sale and carry out the duties as an Estate Agent. He is very passionate about providing a first class service from start to finish. With a great reputation within the local area Andrew has dealt with thousands of transactions dealing with the smallest of lock up garages to multi million pound homes.
With over 20 years experience as a Sales & Lettings Property advisor, Tracey joined Douglas and Dean in 2008 where she has built up a good reputation to many clients. Traceys main role is to help with phone calls, viewings, inventories and the general maintenance of our lettings department, carrying out referencing checks and AML checks for vendors and purchasers and the various tasks within the office to assist Nicola & Andrew in the smooth day to day running of the office. Tracey is a very valued part of what makes the business run smoothly as possible.
Jake Carr joined our team Spring 2024 to help expand our already growing Estate Agency Business. Jake comes with experience, having worked within Estate Agency for the last three years and will be a great asset for our team.
Following in his father’s footsteps he is now looking to further his career and bring along some exciting new ideas with his social media presence.
In his spare time Jake runs a successful online clothing business and is a keen photographer.
My role here at Douglas and Dean is to keep my mum Nicola on her toes. I am three years old and love being in the office and meeting new people and spending time with Tracey and Andrew too. I enjoy spending my spare time when out the office on nice long dog walks with my family and James.
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