Here's what they're saying about Peninsula Properties, Estate Agents & Auctioneers, Kilcrohane, near Bantry, West Cork ....................
"I have been practicing real estate sales in Washington State for a decade, teach ethics to my peers and sit on our state Realtor Board of Directors. When the news came my parents were ready to put their Irish waterfront home (and my childhood haunt) of forty years on the market, I knew I would be helping them find a very special estate agent; someone with intimate market knowledge, integrity, honesty, a professional in every sense of the word. As fortune would have it, Elaine was put in our paths. From day one, I knew and trusted my family would remain in very firm hands. Not only did Elaine prepare and provide a sober analysis of what has been a very soft market in Ireland, she did so with grace, a high degree of polish and a grand sense of humor. Where many homes remain actively listed for many months, in some cases years, Elaine was able to secure several qualified buyers. Though there were some bumps in the road along the way, neither my parents nor I ever felt that Elaine had anything but our very best interests in mind, as her counsel consistently reflected. Simply and unequivocably stated, Elaine is the very best." Tyler McKenzie, Seattle, WA, USA
"Personable, perceptive and patient, Elaine Spillane went to extra lengths to make our entire multi-stage purchase process of our Sheepshead property go as smoothly as possible for us as Buyers, complicated by our immigrating to West Cork from the USA, five time-zones away. While she was representing the Seller (in England), she understood our needs as Buyers and supported us during each stage of negotiations. We plied her with endless questions and requests for special extra tasks because we were remote. She routinely accommodated our needs, including when we came to Sheepshead for the inspection and later for the final closing. She was prompt with phone, text and email communications. In short, a complete professional". Terry and Jane, Maryland, USA
"If you are looking for a home in the Sheep's Head region you are in luck! Elaine Spillane is the most professional and personable real estate auctioner that I have ever had the pleasure to meet. My wife and I spent many hours looking at homes with Elaine and never felt pressured. Indeed, the opposite was true in that Elaine was quick to help us sort out those homes that would not meet our needs. Her patience, balanced wisdom and sincere desire to help us find the right house at the right price will always be appreciated. Now that we have the home of our dreams, we have every confidence that Elaine's property management expertise will help us maintain it for many wonderful years. The Daniel Family, Texas, USA
"After a few years of visiting the Sheepshead, we decided to try and fulfill our dream of having a home on the peninsula. Who else to contact for advice but Elaine? Everyone we spoke to said we should meet up with her and she would help us. And that's what happened. With her help we bought a farm house in Ahakista and we have not looked back since. Elaine was the perfect agent to guide us through the complexities of buying a home. With much patience and understanding, she showed us around different sites, pointing out the pros and cons of each one with friendly detachment and objectivity. She was always available to answer our questions, before and after the transaction, and we felt that she sincerely wanted us to be absolutely sure about the purchase. We are immensely grateful to Elaine for her professional help and would not hesitate to recommend her to any prospective buyer in the area, just as she was recommended to us. Ilana and Gerry, Israel
"Falls Sie in West Cork ein Cottage suchen, so kann ich Ihnen "Peninsula Properties" mit gutem Gewissen empfehlen! Mrs. E. Spillane betreut kompetent, zuverlaessig und fair and behaelt auch bei komplizierteren Verhandlungen den Ueberblick. Dr. Gundula Stich-Diem, Muenchen, Germany
"Of all the agents I've dealt with, Peninsula is the best. I have emailed and phoned others many times but with no response" Philip M.Flanagan, UK
"Elaine hat es geschafft. Klar, fachlich kundig hat sie beharrlich nach geeigneten Kaeufern fuer mein Haus gesucht and dann auch gefunden. Sie hat nicht aufgegeben und dann fuer einen ehrlichen Preis gesorgt. Alle Formalitueaeten liefen reibungslos ab and es gab keinerlei Unstimmigkeiten. Ich danke ihrer Firma und ihr ganz persoenlich fuer ihren Einsatz. Peninsula Properties is auch ihr Vertrauen wert. Meine Empfehlung, wenn es um Immobielien geht, geht zu Elaine, sie schafft es." Hansjoachim Gessner, Germany
"Peninsula Properties sold our house when we had given up on all other agents. They offer a service next to none - personal and thorough. They find the right people to view your home, not entertaining time wasters, so you get a sale. They are the best agents we have ever used. Thoroughly professional, yet still retaining the individual attention that lets you know they are there for you". Gillian and David Graham (Spain)
"We met Elaine a couple of years ago when we first started to plan our semi-retirement in West Cork. Having revisited the area a number of times since then, on each occasion, Elaine has given unlimited time to take us around the Sheepshead and show us the properties available. We have greatly appreciated her patience, help, kindness and forthright advice. Based on our experience of estate agents here in the UK, Elaine is unique because she cares for her clients. We now count her as a good friend and look forward to enjoying her company once retirement for us becomes a reality - hopefully in the coming months." Sue, Peter & Lily (Cornwall, UK)
"Elaine's compass is right on. The rental she found us suited our family perfectly. Long before we decided to move from New York to West Cork we were told Elaine was the woman to talk to. I guess you could say she has international recognition as being a first rate fabulous realtor! It has been a softer landing here in Ireland thanks to Elaine's foresight and generosity. Caroline Wallner (formerly New York - now resident in West Cork)
"Elaine Spillane truly went above and beyond the call of duty helping us escape from New York to West Cork. Gracious, patient, creative and possessed of a fine sense of humor, Elaine provided us with straightforward knowledgeable advice and kind, friendly service that respected our needs. Her attention to detail and communicativeness made us feel very well looked-after during the process of buying the house of our dreams -- and though it is but a humble cottage, we were given deluxe treatment the whole way. Our solicitor also was extremely grateful for all of Elaine's assistance. Peninsula Properties gets our highest recommendation!" Nicholas Kahn and Sarah Falkner (New York, USA)
"Having recently moved lock, stock and barrel from the UK to the Sheeps Head Peninsula, we have had occasion to avail of Elaine's services both as an estate agent and Landlord. Having been 'volunteered' by Elaine, we were fortunate enough to be involved in the UK Channel 4 TV programme, 'A Place by the Sea', and through Elaine and Channel 4 were able to find our dream site. Elaine has supported us through the purchase from start to finish. She has provided a service above and beyond our previous experiences of estate agents keeping us constantly up to date whilst we were still in the UK and providing us with accommodation in one of her rental properties once we had made the move to West Cork. Now that we are officially residents, we continue to avail of her vast knowledge about the area and its customs. We would certainly have no reservations recommending the services of Peninsula Properties to others. It has been a pleasure doing business". Chris and Sandra (formerly of the UK, now living in Kilcrohane in their newly built home)
"Elaine is a knowledgeable, professional agent who offers personal service. She is willing to work through any problem with great patience and creative solutions. She knows the area and works well with the local community. I highly recommend Elaine and her company for selling or buying property". Sandra Winters (Millstreet, Ireland and Floyd, Virginia, USA)
"Elaine Spillane of Peninsula Properties is a genuine pleasure to work with - she combines a charming informality with a hard working, solid and very knowing all-around capability. You couldn't do better than work with Elaine". Frank Russell (formerly Kilcrohane and Washington DC)
"Elaine - you were so kind and so straightforward - we really appreciate that. Ardahill was a pleasant place to stay and made our madcap journey a great deal easier. We have a lot to talk about when we get home regarding the property in Ahakista. Will call you from the States". Lauren Hamilton and Richard Selesnick, New York (bought a property in west Cork)
"acutely honest" Rose Martin, Property Editor, Irish Examiner - Saturday 1st July, 2006
'"Instinctively Elaine knew the property I would love. Her local knowledge and ability to keep negotiations going are invaluable. Her efficiency, patience and fairness to both buyer and seller are outstanding." Carolyn Vernon (ex-London now living in Kilcrohane)
"Peninsula Properties made me feel in safe hands from the start and Elaine's practical advice and warm friendly service was a key factor in choosing to buy in the area. Searching for and purchasing a house abroad is a daunting prospect but working with Elaine made it plain sailing - from offer to completion. Thanks Elaine for everything - my first friend on the Sheep's Head ". Julie Wright, London (bought an investment property in Kilcrohane)
“The most straight talking honest agent in the country. Tells it as it is and allows client to make up his/her own mind. She gets to know the client’s needs and is astute in matching the client to the most suitable property. She pays great attention to detail and gives each client time - one never gets the feeling of being rushed. As Peninsula has focused on one area, namely the Sheep’s Head, the local knowledge encompassed in the company is enormous and unmatched. The communication from the company is excellent.” J. v. S. Law, Cork (bought a holiday home in Kilcrohane)
“The most professional, friendly and helpful service I have ever received from an estate agent – Peninsula Properties leaves the competition in the dust”. Noreen Austen, Bristol, UK (sold a property on the Sheeps Head)
“Elaine Spillane of Peninsula Properties is an outstanding person who performs her work seriously and with ease. She sold a property for us on the Sheep’s Head and efficiently either e-mailed or telephoned us to keep us continually updated on the progress of the sale. We would recommend her”. Bill and Barbara O’Shaughnessy, Michigan, USA (sold a property on the Sheep's Head)
“I have no hesitation in recommending Peninsula Properties and Elaine Spillane to anyone who owns, or wants to own, property on the Sheeps Head Peninsula. Elaine, having lived there for many years, is very knowledgeable about the area and the local community. I am currently a U.S. resident who recently purchased my retirement home just outside Durrus. Elaine has rented the property for me and has gone above the call of duty in handling some unforeseen problems with the rental. It is always a pleasure dealing with her”. Mary Maguire, Florida, USA (bought a rental property in Durrus)
“Elaine Spillane has to be the very best estate agent in West Cork for foreigners buying a house in Ireland. She found us the perfect Irish farmhouse, helped us at all stages of the negotiations with the vendors and steered us through the unfamiliar vagaries of home-purchasing in Ireland. We couldn’t have done it without her. As a long-time resident and property holder in San Francisco, she brings sensitivity and experience to responding to the concerns of Americans entering the Irish real estate market and she knows the Sheep’s Head Peninsula like her own backyard”. John and Betsey Cutler, Mill Valley, California, USA (bought a holiday home in Ahakista)
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Elaine Spillane, owner, has over 25 years experience in the real estate business and set up Peninsula Properties in 2004.
