Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Estate Agents in Ickenham
Established over 12 years ago, Orchard Property has redefined estate agency through a client-centric approach grounded in honesty and local market expertise. Our team of seasoned professionals combines 24 years of industry experience with a commitment to transparency, offering tailored services in property sales, lettings, and management. We prioritise professional photography, comprehensive property presentations, and rigorous tenant vetting to maximise value for clients. With a proven track record in facilitating smooth transactions and a focus on continuous communication, we ensure clients receive expert guidance from valuation to completion. Our membership with The Property Ombudsmen underscores our dedication to ethical standards and exceptional service.
Services
Property Sales
Lettings
Property Management
Valuation Services
Tenant Vetting
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We provide honest valuations supported by local market data.
- Our professional photography showcases properties at their best.
- We maintain 24/7 communication throughout the transaction process.
- Vetting buyers ensures smooth and timely completions.
- Our team has over 24 years of combined estate agency experience.
Associations and certifications
- The Property Ombudsmen
What people say
Helpful & knowledgeable
Smooth sale process
Exceptional service
Services
Property Sales
We specialise in residential property sales, combining local market expertise with strategic marketing. Our process includes free valuations, professional photography, and buyer vetting to ensure smooth transactions. With a focus on communication, we guide clients from listing to completion.
Lettings
Our lettings service offers comprehensive tenant management, from property marketing to referencing. We conduct thorough tenant checks and provide ongoing support, including rent collection and maintenance coordination, ensuring landlords receive reliable returns.
Property Management
We offer full property management solutions, including rent collection, maintenance oversight, and regular inspections. Our team ensures compliance with legal requirements while maintaining professional relationships between landlords and tenants for hassle-free management.
Valuation Services
Our expert valuations use comparable evidence and market trends to determine accurate property prices. Conducted by experienced professionals, these assessments help clients set competitive prices for sales or rentals in the local area.
Tenant Vetting
We perform rigorous tenant referencing, including credit checks and employment verification, to ensure reliable occupancy. This process minimises risks for landlords while matching properties with suitable tenants for long-term success.
People
Stephen Blackmore
Founder
With over 24 years in estate agency, Stephen founded Orchard Property to revolutionise the industry. He specialises in local market insights and strategic property valuations, driving the company's client-focused approach.
Charlie Linthwaite
Office Manager
Having worked in multiple roles for 10 years, Charlie now oversees Ickenham branch operations. His expertise spans sales, lettings, and financial services, ensuring efficient client support.
Caileigh Murphy
Sales & Lettings
A 10-year veteran in property sales and lettings, Caileigh delivers dedicated service. Her deep industry knowledge and client-focused approach ensure successful property transactions.
Bernadette Murphy
Operations Manager
With 21 years of experience, Bernadette manages home move logistics. She ensures seamless processes and exceptional client service, leveraging her extensive industry expertise.
Natasha Lowman
Lettings Specialist
Natasha has 13 years of lettings experience and holds a Level 3 property management qualification. She builds strong relationships with landlords and tenants, ensuring professional service delivery.
Questions
What services does Orchard offer?
We provide property sales, lettings, valuations, and property management services across Ickenham and surrounding areas.
How do you determine property valuations?
Our valuations use local market data, comparable sales, and professional expertise to ensure accurate pricing recommendations.
Do you offer free property valuations?
Yes, we provide free, no-obligation property valuations conducted by experienced professionals.
How do you vet potential tenants?
We perform credit checks, employment verification, and reference checks to ensure reliable tenant placements.
Are you a member of any regulatory bodies?
Yes, we are members of The Property Ombudsmen, adhering to strict ethical and service standards.
Can you manage properties long-term?
Our property management includes rent collection, maintenance coordination, and regular inspections for hassle-free ownership.
Reviews (12)
Younes Hassanpour
Apr 26, 2022
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The service I received whilst renting from the agency was poor. They did not deal with issues encountered promptly, the property manager is never available to talk, it took weeks to resolve any issues. Property I was at had very poor insulation and I asked for months to fix a massive hole near the windows. I have now left the property but its still not fixed. I would not recommend.
Shiv
Dec 25, 2020
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Great service from Orchards. We bought and sold through this estate agent and were impressed with their honestly, transparency and determination right to point of completion. We dealt with Charlie who was very friendly and went through our emotional journey with us. Thanks so much! Would highly recommend.
Sharron Garratt
May 08, 2020
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Orchard helped me by my first home since I divorced. There guidence, experience and kindness in steering me through the process was invaluable allowing me a stress free purchase. I spent a couple of hours at their offices initially to go through mortgage options with a wide range of providers to acsertain the right lender for me. The range of properties at the time and the level of details they held on the properties and their local knowledge of the area was invaluable helping me make the right choice at the time.
They were aware of properties that might come on the market and we're prepared to target roads with advertising where I was looking to live. I can highly recommend them, so much so that I will be purchasing my next property through them this year.
They were aware of properties that might come on the market and we're prepared to target roads with advertising where I was looking to live. I can highly recommend them, so much so that I will be purchasing my next property through them this year.
Michael Hall
Jan 17, 2019
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After much consideration I choose to use Orchard Property Services over some of the other agents in the Ickenham area. Christopher came to our property and immediately we felt comfortable with him as our agent. Calvin called us later that day with a viewing. We were shocked at how quickly Orchard acted on our property. Really good agent and would definitely rent our property though them again!
Dario Test
Oct 14, 2018
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Zoe and Caileigh have been two of the most genuinely helpful and patient estate agents me and my wife have come across during our 7 month house search. They have made countless phone calls and chased our seller to agree us having the keys pre purchase to arrange various quotes. They have made our purchase a positive experience. Having previously deals with other property estate agencies which deliberately lied to us right up until the moment we lost the house Caileigh and Zoe from Orchard have been a breath of fresh air and helped us the whole way so we got our house in the end. Could not recommend Ruislip Orchard Zoe and Caileigh more as they gave us confident and stress free house purchase. Many Thanks.
James Hunt
Aug 19, 2018
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Amazing. Orchard Property Services impressed my parents and I with thier outstanding service. After having a flood in my parents property they had to be relocated promptly. Calvin in the Lettings team made sure this was dealt with. Dealing with ICAB and our insurers he made the move as stress free as possible. Perfect service.
Richard Smart
Dec 14, 2016
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Jamie and Cailieigh did a flawless job, especially when our first house fell through and we had to find another shortly thereafter. Always quick to respond to even the most trivial of questions through to fantastic advice on negotiation and helping us secure the house we really wanted when we needed it. We love our new house and wouldn't hesitate in recommending Orchard - we had a great experience with them.
Nicky Thornhill
Jul 12, 2016
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Orchard Property Services offer an extremely professional service. Steve Brick from Orchard was very supportive and helpful in what was, at times, a stressful period. He was unfailingly courteous and always ready to go the extra mile to ensure all queries were answered promptly, liaising with all parties on our behalf. Once again, a big 'thank you' for making the whole process bearable.
Rob Proctor
Apr 19, 2016
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In August 2015, we sold our property through Orchard Property Services (Ruislip branch) and were very pleased with the service. We were extremely impressed with Jamie Barham & Caileigh Murphy - and at times, it felt as though we were their only client - despite them managing other sales & purchases at the same time. Throughout the process, they were fully engaged with us and communicated very frequent updates.
It was refreshing to receive honest and friendly advice which cannot always be said in the estate agency business, particularly in the over saturated Ruislip area. Overall, it was a pleasure working with Orchard Property Services (Ruislip branch) and I would highly recommend them.
It was refreshing to receive honest and friendly advice which cannot always be said in the estate agency business, particularly in the over saturated Ruislip area. Overall, it was a pleasure working with Orchard Property Services (Ruislip branch) and I would highly recommend them.
Andy Helen
Nov 11, 2015
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We just bought a 3 bed in Ruislip from Orchard and they were great all the way through. From the first viewing Caileigh was helpful without putting us under any pressure. They liaised with the seller and allowed us to visit a few times. Throughout the sale process they were relaxed yet efficient, even if we got a bit stressed at times! We have no plans to sell our home anytime soon but, when we do, we'll be speaking to them again Andy
Anansha Rajap
Jun 16, 2015
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Orchard have provided excellent service by offering professional advice, with transparent timely communication whilst helping sell our house and all for a very reasonable price! What I like about this estate agent the most is their consistent approach to always putting their clients first and keeping me informed all the way through the sale of my property. The entire staff have been polite, friendly and professional.
A special mention for the estate agent's branch manager / Partner: Jamie Barham, who has established a great relationship with me and given proactive advice to me on related property purchases even when they haven't been obligated to do so. All in all great service & customer focus. Highly recommended.
A special mention for the estate agent's branch manager / Partner: Jamie Barham, who has established a great relationship with me and given proactive advice to me on related property purchases even when they haven't been obligated to do so. All in all great service & customer focus. Highly recommended.
Ashar Naweed
Nov 29, 2013
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Amazing experience! I managed to get my current tenancy through Orchard. Viewing was arranged swiftly and as per my convenience. Whole process was completed just in one day and at the same time Chris and his team were very attentive to detail and kept us updated on every step during the viewing and subsequent approval process. Once the approval was there, these guys negotiated with the Landlord and made us agree a convenient date for the move. Also, they offered every service including content insurance, Moving/Packing, Professional cleaning, Inventory check, Deposit Protection etc. etc. which obviously eased my life and took away the usual hassle involved in the house move.
Even after the move Chris stayed in touch with me and sorted the minor issues related to property maintenance. Also, it's worth mentioning that after 3 months I contacted Chris yesterday to change the rent payment date to match my Pay date and unbelievably Chris sorted that out just in couple of hours. (Considering my Landlord is living abroad, it was really superb and super quick) Will definitely be using them again and highly recommend to anyone looking to buy/sell/rent/manage any sort of property.
Even after the move Chris stayed in touch with me and sorted the minor issues related to property maintenance. Also, it's worth mentioning that after 3 months I contacted Chris yesterday to change the rent payment date to match my Pay date and unbelievably Chris sorted that out just in couple of hours. (Considering my Landlord is living abroad, it was really superb and super quick) Will definitely be using them again and highly recommend to anyone looking to buy/sell/rent/manage any sort of property.