Case Studies
A Rental case study in Barkston Gardens, West London
Our clients had spent a couple of years planning their move from the US to Europe. Their plan was to rent in London for a few years before buying a home in France. London would give them the opportunity to enjoy more time with family: the wife, a dual British and US citizen, wanted to be closer to her mother in the UK. Their daughter was also now living in Copenhagen with her husband, making a European move all the more appealing. Although she was British, she had never lived in the UK, and neither of them knew London well. They needed help understanding which neighbourhood would suit them and what their budget could offer. Chiswick appealed, but they were also curious about a more central home in Kensington and Chelsea. Our London rental search began by exploring both possibilities.
ClientA couple relocating from the US with three catsValue£8,000/month
A Rental case study in De Beauvoir, Islington
Our client, a co-founder of a AI company, was relocating from Berlin to London as a single professional with a need to move quickly. With a new role based at the company's office in King's Cross, he wanted a home that matched both the practicalities of the commute and the lifestyle of a young professional starting a new chapter in the city. Angel and Islington stood out as the ideal base: well connected to King's Cross, but with the canal, the greenery, and a strong sense of community and restaurants that gave the area a lifestyle edge beyond just convenience.
ClientCo-founder of an AI tech company relocating from BerlinValue£4,250/month
A Purchase case study in The heart of Chelsea
Our clients, a former bank director and his partner, had been renting in Chelsea when their landlord decided to sell. Rather than treat this as a forced move, we saw it as an opportunity, and ran a dual-track search: scanning the rental market in parallel with exploring what a purchase could offer at a similar budget. It quickly became clear that the rental options in their preferred area were limited and underwhelming, while the sales market told a different story. Pricing was attractive, and stock levels meant there was real choice for the right buyer. With no chain and the flexibility of a cash purchase, our clients were well placed to move decisively once we found the right property.
ClientFormer bank director and his partnerValue£2,875,000
A Rental case study in Barnes
Timing was everything. Coordinating a relocation of this scale required us to work hand-in-hand with the family's educational consultant, aligning the property search with the school confirmation process so neither was left waiting on the other. With the school decision still pending on arrival, we needed to give the family a genuine feel for the areas under consideration — without jumping ahead. The south-west London market moves quickly, and the most desirable family homes rarely stay available for long. Beyond the logistics, there was a deeper priority: the children. An international move is a significant life change, and ensuring the whole family felt settled, confident, and genuinely excited about their new home and neighbourhood was central to everything we did.
ClientAustralian Family from MelbourneValue£9,500/month
A Rental case study in Grosvenor Square, Mayfair
Our client, a director of a successful real estate company, was expanding his operations into the UK and required a London base that reflected both his professional stature and his family’s lifestyle. While he would reside in London, his wife and son would remain in Geneva, visiting during weekends and holidays. Beyond finding a home, he also needed trusted connections to help establish his business presence in the UK — from legal support to banking, tax optimisation and immigration matters. As a French-speaking executive entering the London market, he relied on us not only as property finders but as his primary connector to the right professionals.
ClientSwitzerland based CEO opening a branch in LondonValue£18,000/month
A Rental case study in Knightsbridge
Our client, the newly appointed CEO of a prestigious portfolio of landmark luxury hotels, was relocating from Paris to London. With an international schedule, high expectations, and limited time, he needed a seamless relocation and a home that matched both his lifestyle and professional demands. On top of the usual criteria, he was moving with his small, well-travelled dog — an adorable senior companion with his own Instagram profile — which added an extra layer of complexity in a city where pet-friendly rentals at the luxury level can be extremely limited. Given his responsibilities and the competitive London market, using a dedicated property finder wasn’t a luxury — it was essential.
ClientGlobal Luxury Hotel Group CEO (and His Jet-Setting Dog)Value£5,000/month
A Rental case study in Canada Water
Our client, a senior banker relocating from Switzerland, needed to secure a London home within one week while managing a strict overall budget. With a rental cap of £2,200 pcm — leaving room for bills to stay near his £2,000 monthly target — affordability and value were key. Due to an extremely demanding schedule, he could not travel to London for viewings, giving him just one week to identify a property and sign a contract remotely. He relied entirely on our expertise, speed, and trusted guidance to make the right decision without ever visiting in person.
ClientVirtual Viewings for a Banker from SwitzerlandValue£2,250/month
A Rental case study in Little Venice
Our client, a company director working in finance, lived with his family in the Cotswolds and spent weekdays in London. He needed a comfortable, functional pied-à-terre with excellent access to Paddington Station, allowing him to travel home easily every weekend. With limited time, a precise budget, and very specific requirements, he turned to us to streamline the search and avoid the stress of navigating London’s fast-moving rental market alone.
ClientLondon Pied-à-Terre for a Finance DirectorValue£2,000/month
A Rental case study in St.George’s Square, Pimlico
We've assisted our this adorable couple from the Netherlands for the second time in finding a 'home sweet home' in London. Their previous residence had noisy neighbours, prompting their move. Creating a calm and peaceful environment was a priority for them this time around.
ClientBank Director from the NetherlandsValue£5,500/month
A Purchase case study in Belsize Park
Our client, a family of four, had been residing in Marylebone for ten years. With their children growing and some savings accumulated, they made the decision to invest in their next home. Juggling busy schedules filled with regular travels and family commitments, they found themselves with no time to dedicate to the exhaustive search process—calling multiple agencies, arranging and attending viewings. Given that this investment represented one of the largest they would make in a country where they were expatriates, they were eager to have guidance throughout the process without any hesitation. We were delighted to assist them throughout the entire acquisition process.
ClientExpat living in London for 10 yearsValue£4,200,000
A Rental case study in Hampstead
Our clients were two busy professionals with demanding travel schedules, leaving them limited time to dedicate to their rental property search. He was moving from the US and she was living in London, moving from Notting Hill. This British-American couple sought a home in London’s highly desirable areas—Hampstead, Primrose Hill, or Islington. Their goal was to find a property that combined style, comfort, and convenience to suit their lifestyle.
ClientBritish-American professionalsValue£5,400/month
A Rental case study in Richmond
A family of five from Charlotte, North Carolina, contacted us with an exciting mission: to completely transform their lives by moving to London, along with their adorable dog. With just three months to plan this monumental relocation and a pending school confirmation from The American International School TASIS for their three children, every moment mattered. They had heard glowing things about Richmond, Twickenham, and Chiswick—lush, family-friendly areas known for their charm and sense of community. However, they weren’t familiar enough with these neighbourhoods to make such an important decision confidently, especially while managing the complexities of an international move. Navigating the London property market from thousands of miles away felt overwhelming, so they turned to us for guidance.
ClientUS family of 5Value£12,000/month