National Country Agency Team
Trusted advisors in the sale and acquisition of country houses, farms, and estates
Our approach
We established the National Country Agency Team to add value to the sale of prime country houses, farms and estates. Working alongside our regional teams, we provide invaluable market insight, decades of diverse experience and access to a national network of clients and professional contacts. Our aim is to ensure that you receive the best possible client experience and that you enjoy and benefit from working with us.
At the heart of our approach is the commitment to unlocking value through devising and executing the most effective strategy to achieve the highest possible sale price. We manage your sale with care through a tailored campaign aligned to your goals, leveraging our experience, expertise, and extensive network to achieve the best possible outcome. Delivering this is far from simple, but our unwavering focus has earned us a strong reputation for delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients.
We view each sale not as a quick transaction, but as the culmination of a long-term partnership with our clients, carefully structured to secure the best possible future result for you. We take the time to understand your aspirations, define and agree your objectives, and support you at every stage of the process. Our clients place their trust in us to deliver, and our meticulous approach ensures we always strive to add meaningful value by exploring every avenue.
If you would like a confidential discussion with us, we would be pleased to hear from you.
0207 870 7799
ncat@fishergerman.co.uk
“I have used Fisher German for multiple land and property sales over the last few years - their unmatched ability to find buyers, ready to pay full asking price, really sets them apart from other agents.
“They were supportive, friendly and professional and always available for any questions or queries, big or small.
Prime residential property
We understand that moving home, especially from a cherished country house that may have been in your family for generations, is both a significant and emotional undertaking. The process can be fraught with stress and complexity, which is why our foremost priority is to listen to your needs, understand your timelines, and address your unique requirements. Our mission is to make your move as smooth and tensionfree as possible.
We believe that empathy for our clients is just as important as our indepth market knowledge and professional expertise. Our commitment is to support you at every stage of your property journey, whether you are a seasoned buyer or are new to the market.
Our comprehensive understanding of both local and national property markets ensures that we can offer you the most relevant and up-todate advice. We can advise on the most effective marketing strategies, whether that means a broad campaign or discreet private marketing to our exclusive list of motivated buyers and respected buying agents.
When it comes to valuing your property, we pride ourselves on providing honest and realistic estimates. This transparency helps you make informed decisions and sets the stage for a successful transaction. We are renowned for our proactive approach, ensuring you maximise the value of your asset and guiding you through each step, ensuring the process is straightforward and efficient.
Country estates
We handle the sale of a variety of country estates across the UK. These unique properties require specialist skills and our team has experienced professionals who have been dealing with estate disposals and acquisitions for decades, building up an enviable track record of success for highly satisfied clients.
Country estates are inherently diverse, encompassing a variety of land uses, buildings, and rights. Transactions often involve intricate matters such as existing tenancies, sporting arrangements, development and overage options, and farming agreements. These complexities require careful attention to detail and a holistic understanding of rural property law and practice.
Our agency work can be reactive on request but is more often than not part of a long term relationship with clients. The best sales are often achieved with an advisory role spanning years of planning and invariably leading to sales at higher values and meeting our clients other key aims. Our collaborative approach with our clients, involving our London and country-based teams, sets us apart.
“From start to finish the communication from Fisher German has been excellent. The process of selling and buying our property was smooth and quick, and I attribute much of this to the drive of the team.
“I couldn’t have been happier with the services provided. Right from the moment of instruction everything happened as stated. They understood the brief from the outset and delivered a sale well above guide price, whilst minimising stress on the seller.
Land & farms
With almost two centuries of experience in farm sales, we possess a deep understanding of the marketplace, including key drivers influencing property values and both regional and national demand. Our expertise encompasses the emotional, psychological, financial, and strategic considerations that drive acquisitions and disposals. Additionally, we excel at positioning and marketing properties on a national and international scale, informing clients and connecting them with discerning buyers, and enhancing investment value while mitigating risk and liability.
Our specialist national farm agency team, supported by our wider regional teams, will guide you through the complexities of land and farm transactions to ensure that your objectives are met and the highest possible capital receipt is achieved.
We carefully evaluate all relevant criteria to optimally present your property, attract a broad audience, and ultimately secure the best outcome.
To maximise appeal and safeguard our clients’ interests, we provide advice on lotting, tenancies, farming arrangements, pre-sale works, environmental schemes, employment matters/TUPE, planning and development potential, natural capital opportunities, sale timing, and overage.
You can expect honest, independent guidance from experienced professionals committed to optimising both your immediate and longterm property interests.
Acquisitions
Our dedicated farm and estates team acts for a select number of purchasers across the country, including private, corporate, institutional and charity clients.
We invest time in understanding your essential requirements, motivations and aims regarding land ownership, whether your focus is short term or long term. Our national team brings together expertise, contacts and insight to support you through the complexities, whether you are considering bare land, commercial farms, country estates or equestrian properties.
We search the market and advise on suitable open market and private ‘off market’ opportunities. We conduct due diligence, report on pertinent factors affecting properties, from access and tenure to tax matters and employment issues. We negotiate and formalise offers and ensure a comprehensive and experienced professional team, including solicitors and accountants, is employed.
Post-purchase, we remain on hand with our wider professional colleagues to advise on future land management, environmental schemes, planning and development prospects, general farming operations, budgeting, and further land acquisitions.
“Excellent service from start to finish, kept us informed at all times with support and advice as necessary.
Matthew Allen MRICS FAAV Head of National Country Agency Team
Matthew heads up the National Country Agency Team focusing on the sale of first class country houses, farms and estates across multiple counties over the country. He is responsible for generating and coordinating the sale of high quality individual properties. This involves producing marketing initiatives and strategies to promote properties.
With over 20 years of professional experience as a qualified chartered surveyor and valuer, Matthew has built a reputation for giving exceptional advice to his clients especially in advising on complex country sales.
Matthew has been involved in all aspects of rural professional work and is now fully focused on the prime property market, working with clients including a number of private high-net-worth individuals as well as trusts, deceased estates, charities and corporate bodies.
Matthew is also a Spears 500 recommended Country Specialist.
07810 378190
matthew.allen@fishergerman.co.uk
“ Matthew and his team are extremely professional and knowledgeable on all aspects of selling a wide range of property. They are excellent communicators and extremely good at what they do.
Richard
Gadd MRICS FAAV
Head of Farm Agency
07966 481487
richard.gadd@fishergerman.co.uk
Richard leads our farm agency team and plays a key role within the National Country Agency Team. He works closely with agency colleagues nationwide to deliver outstanding agency advice to his diverse clientele.
Working on a national scale, Richard oversees the sale and purchase of farms, country estates, and mixed-use rural portfolios, supporting highnet-worth individuals, family offices, corporates, institutions, developers, and charitable organisations.
With expertise in high-value and complex deals, Richard is known for his clear, strategic, and practical guidance. He also assists clients and investors interested in acquiring medium to long-term strategic land across the UK.
Richard frequently handles private, off-market transactions, ensuring the utmost discretion for both sellers and buyers.
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I’d like to thank Richard Gadd for constantly keeping me up to date with the progression of the sale and keeping in touch. As soon as they would hear from the buyer they would update me so I was in the know. Very professional, thank you for all their work.
Alasdair heads up our residential and rural team and ensures that the best possible service is delivered to all our clients. Alasdair is also part of the National Country Agency Team who specialise in the sale and acquisition of prime residential property, as well as agricultural property, equestrian property and estates.
Before joining us in 2010, Alasdair worked in central London and then the Midlands focusing on prime property sales. In addition to managing the residential and rural agency team, Alasdair works for a variety of private clients in a broad geographic area across the Midlands. He regularly handles complex property disposals and acquisitions.
Alasdair Dunne
Head of Residential & Rural Agency
07501 720412
alasdair.dunne@fishergerman.co.uk
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We were faced with a couple of unforeseen challenges, but Alasdair’s professionalism, knowledge, attention to detail and human touch was without doubt a major factor in our ability to reach a deal both swiftly and amicably.
Stuart Flint MRICS
London & Country
07501 720422
stuart.flint@fishergerman.co.uk
Stuart joined us in 2010 after 19 years with Knight Frank. His roles within the business have included Divisional Managing Partner and member of the Management Board and Leadership Team. His strategic and planning skills are vital to his agency work.
Stuart’s client work is varied but focuses on the disposal of prime property within the rural and residential markets. Stuart spends much of his time dealing with country estate disposals and leads this niche service area for the National Country Agency Team.
In addition to country house, farm and estate sales, Stuart has involvement in development property, institutional work, portfolio disposals, advisory work for family offices, acquisitions and a variety of consultancy work for private clients.
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We have received a truly extraordinary service from Stuart‘s team. Both our sale and purchase had various complications built in but they helped us navigate the many hurdles and challenges brilliantly.
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