Our agents are here to help you every step of the way. With a commitment to professionalism, integrity and personalised service, they work to make your experience smooth, informed and successful. Whether you’re starting your journey or taking the next step, you can count on expert guidance and support tailored to your needs.
About Us
At Country House Buying Agents, we represent a network of handpicked, highly experienced property professionals who live and work in the countryside they serve and have a proven track record of success.
Expert Buying Agents with Local Roots and National Reach
Founded by Charles Birtles, the concept behind Country House Buying Agents is simple: bring together a trusted group of property search professionals and experts, covering different areas of the country, to share ideas and market intelligence for the benefit of all of our clients. We value shared insight, transparency and support, giving clients the benefit of local expertise and national perspective, without compromising confidentiality.
Operating as discreet property buying agents in the UK, we carry out private property searches in prime counties sourcing homes through trusted relationships rather than public listings. We specialise in sourcing off-market country houses and estates for sale, quietly connecting buyers with exceptional homes that are rarely, if ever, publicly advertised.
For buyers, this means access to experienced agents who genuinely know their patch, not just the market, but the people, the villages, the schools, the nuances and who have the experience to guide you confidently through your search. Whether you’re relocating, upsizing or downsizing, we’re here to help you make the right move, in the right way.
Why We Are Different
At Country House Buying Agents, we are more than property experts. We are locals who live and breathe the areas we serve. Our strength lies in our ability to uncover opportunities others never see, including pocket listings, private sales and homes exchanged discreetly between trusted professionals. We are highly experienced in finding pocket listings in the UK, allowing our clients access to properties.
A Selective Network of Proven Professionals
Every agent has been handpicked for their experience, integrity and deep local knowledge. We don’t just work in these areas, we live there and understand what makes each so special. These insights give us the upper hand in terms of knowing what it takes to find the house that you can make into a home.
Meet Our AgentsWhat sets us apart:
- All agents live in the core areas they cover
- Each has at least 10 years of residential property agency experience
- All have a minimum of 5 years experience as an active buying agent
- Strong, trusted relationships with local estate agents and professionals
- Fully compliant with Anti-Money Laundering (AMLS) and Data Protection regulations
Our agents regularly act on behalf of clients requiring a confidential home search, including those seeking total anonymity when buying property.
How We Work
We offer more than just property searches. We get to know our clients, understand their goals, and guide them through every step of the process, from identifying the right area, to uncovering hidden opportunities, to negotiating the right terms.
Our approach is:
- Professional: Experienced, detailed and commercially astute
- Proactive: We leave no stone unturned on or off the market
- Personable: Friendly, down-to-earth and always client-focused
- Passionate: We love seeing happy clients and that drives what we do
Fees
Our agents, who would be very happy to discuss their fees in more detail, charge an initial registration fee and then a success fee which is normally based on a percentage of the purchase price of the property.
Helping You Find the House that Feels like Home
Buying in the country is often a once-in-a-lifetime move. Having the right expert on your side matters. When you work with Country House Buying Agents, you gain far more than access to property, you gain strategy, insight and trusted guidance from professionals who understand how to buy well, quietly and intelligently.
Whether you are seeking a discreet country retreat or a significant estate purchase, our exclusive property acquisition services are designed to help you make the right move, in the right way.