Sovereign Estates

Sovereign Estates, independent estate agency in Berkhamsted

Sovereign Estates is an independent estate agency with its main office in Berkhamsted (Hertfordshire) and a second office in London. Its activity focuses on the sale and letting of residential properties in the areas of Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire (known as Herts, Beds and Bucks). The company presents itself as a local, independent agent, with an experienced team that serves both owners selling or letting and buyers and tenants.

Services for sellers

The agency supports the seller from the initial valuation through to handing over the keys. The process includes a visit to the property and market research to set a realistic marketing price. Sovereign Estates advises on how to create a good first impression in the home and arranges the photography session with a professional photographer, as well as preparing a bespoke brochure for each property. Marketing is carried out on the main property portals and on its social platforms, and the company has a client database to match potential buyers with each home.

Viewings are accompanied by a member of the team, at times agreed with the owner, and feedback is provided on the same day. The agency negotiates the offers received and advises on each one. It also offers a negotiation service for the purchase of the seller's next home, with the aim of saving them money. Once an offer is accepted, it can recommend solicitors if necessary and keeps all parties informed until contracts are signed and funds are transferred.

Services for landlords

For owners who wish to let, Sovereign Estates offers different levels of service, from finding a tenant to full property management. The landlord can choose the degree of involvement they wish to delegate to the agency.

Support for buyers and tenants

The agency helps buyers and tenants find a home and provides detailed information about each property it shows. It also has a specific section for retirement homes and another for new homes, with the same personalised service approach.

Team and background

Sovereign Estates was founded in 2015 by Caron Bunclark, the company's director. Bunclark gained prior experience at Christopher Rowland, Savills and Fine & Country before setting up her own agency. Paul Brissimitzakis joined as director in 2021; he had previously been manager and director of the Aitchisons office in Berkhamsted for twenty years. The company highlights that all communications and viewings are carried out by an experienced team, with the aim of making the buying, selling or letting process as straightforward as possible. The team named in the testimonials includes Caron, Paul, Abi and Kathryn.

Property profile and coverage

The agency's catalogue includes a wide variety of properties, from spacious country houses in villages to flats and terraced houses in the town centre. Examples published include homes in Berkhamsted and Potten End (Hertfordshire), Chesham (Buckinghamshire), Gaddesden Row (Hertfordshire) and Castle Village (Berkhamsted). The sale prices shown on the site range from offers around £350,000 to more than £1 million, and the monthly rents published start at £2,850. The company markets both sales and lettings and distinguishes between available properties, under offer and let.

Marketing materials and additional services

The agency produces high-quality printed brochures with professional photography for each property. It offers a downloadable ten-step guide to selling your home and a free, no-obligation valuation service, both in person and instantly via the website. It also has a referral programme: if a client refers a friend or family member who ultimately sells or lets with Sovereign Estates, both the referrer and the referred person receive a £100 John Lewis gift card once the transaction is completed.

Offices

Sovereign Estates operates from two offices: the main one in Berkhamsted, at 211c High Street (postcode HP4 1AD), and an office in London, at 40 St James's Place (SW1A 1NS). Both share the general contact email and have different telephone numbers.

Locations and premises

Berkhamsted Office: 211c High Street, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1AD

London Office: 40 St James's Place, London, SW1A 1NS · Phone: 020 7839 0888 · Email: enquiries@sovest.co.uk