Lane & Holmes, an estate agency established in 1985 by founding partners Andrew Willmer and Nick Kier, is probably Bedford’s leading estate agent dealing with the sale of quality homes in and around the Bedford area.
2002 saw the service offered by the original company enhanced with the formation of the Lane Group of companies networking the expertise of 12 offices in Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and Hertfordshire together with the Mayfair Office in central London firmly establishing the brand. Lane & Holmes were also founder members of Move with Us, a network of over 1,200 offices nationwide ensuring that Lane & Holmes offer the best local, county and national coverage.
In 2007 Lane & Holmes launched Lane & Holmes Lettings the fastest growing lettings agency in Bedford serving North Bedfordshire and stretching across the A1 into Cambridgeshire in association with Whites Property Services to cover St Neots, Huntingdon and St Ives and the surrounding areas.
Lane & Holmes have embraced the technological revolution and offer a fully computerised database linking all of our offices together, enabling property details to be distributed quickly and efficiently by email, text messaging and other more traditional methods.
Lane & Holmes offer a free market appraisal for those intending to sell and we would invite you to contact us if you are considering a sale of your property.
Opening hours
Monday9:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday9:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday9:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday9:00am - 6:00pm
Friday9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday10:00am - 4:00pm
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Lane & Holmes Reviews (139)
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P Brazier
Our chain has now completed, Nik was really helpful keeping the communication going throughout ???? very much appreciated at a stressful time. Thank you... Read more
24th May 2024 (24 days ago)
N Gaunt
Fantastic communication throughout the process of selling my home, from discussing the valuation all the way through to completion. Highly recommended.... Read more
23rd May 2024 (25 days ago)
tracey
Nick and the team at Lane & Holmes were great. Got things done in great time and always there if we had any questions.... Read more
20th May 2024 (28 days ago)
K danecker
We called Lane & Holmes initially to inquire about selling our apartment in the future. We were in no hurry , but explained we were planning to move abroad permanently. Nik came round and we had a very informal chat, absolutely no pressure and agreed we would call him once we made the decision.
At no point did he bother us or try to rush us into a decision. When we were ready, everything happened really smoothly. The photographer Lane& Holmes used was brilliant and the pictures of our place definitely stood out compared to other agents.
We had a steady flow of viewings and an offer very quickly. Nik played a big part in negotiating both with us and our buyer . We were able to come to an agreement due to his help. It felt really personal and comfortable.
He was always available by phone for any queries, also Cathy.
We have now completed without any complications and he was the first to congratulate us by phone.
We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Lane & Holmes and can't imagine a better experience with any other agent.
Many thanks Nik and Cathy, it was a pleasure dealing with you.... Read more
17th May 2024 (4 weeks ago)
N Sanders
Lane and Holmes have just sold our property, Nik Kershore, has guided us through the whole process, the property was marketed nicely with great photography, and we had several viewings within days. thank you, Neil.... Read more
17th May 2024 (4 weeks ago)
D Webley
The absolute best Agents in Bedford. Recently sold my home, Ross at Lane & Holmes went above and beyond Chased up and down the chain daily, always calm and professional. Nothing was too much trouble. Even gave updates after closing . I hope you can now find my forever home. Made a stressful event much easier. Can't thank you enough!!!... Read more
7th May 2024 (6 weeks ago)
P canvin
I recently sold 2 houses with the help of Ross. He is the most patient man , keeps you calm , and is always available to be contacted. His negotiation skills are second to none. I highly recommend him for your purchase or sale of your property.... Read more
7th May 2024 (6 weeks ago)
Anonymous Homeseller
Positive experience... Read more
5th May 2024 (6 weeks ago)
O Onazi
This agency is top-notch. They are the first agents to return my deposit in full. They addressed all my concerns promptly- and with a bit of professional humour. I would have rented with them longer if I had the perfect property. Do not hesitate to rent with them if you do not want any headaches with rentals.... Read more
23rd Apr 2024 (8 weeks ago)
S Carey
Have been working alongside Nik Kershaw in a number of transactions and as a Conveyancer could not ask for more assistance and progression to ensure the transactions run and complete as smoothly as possible, absolutely great to work with.... Read more
19th Apr 2024 (8 weeks ago)
B Ellis
I recently bought a house through Lane & Holmes - it was not smooth sailing by any means but made a lot more bearable by Ross's attitude and kindness. He was incredibly quick to respond, proactive and seemed to care about the people behind the sale - thanks Ross!... Read more
2nd Apr 2024 (11 weeks ago)
A D
Would like to express our appreciation and gratitude to Ross and his team for the work and effort regarding the sale of my parent’s house. Great service and friendliness from you all so, again, thank you. Will certainly use your company again.
Kind Regards
Luisa... Read more
9th Feb 2024 (18 weeks ago)
R Volpe
I recently bought a house through Lane and Holmes Estate Agents. All contact with them was timely and professional. Specifically, I had the pleasure of having Katherine as my point of contact.
Katherine was exceptional. Her professionalism approachability and support was so appreciated. She made me comfortable to ask questions and worked hard to answer them in a clear and timely way. She took time to discuss and work things through and helped find solutions. Thank you Katherine, I appreciate all you did and the way in which you work.
All the best for the future.... Read more
7th Feb 2024 (19 weeks ago)
Anonymous Homeseller
The staff were always contactable. They kept us well informed of progress in the sale. They responded quickly to queries.... Read more
20th Jan 2024 (21 weeks ago)
M Freeman
Great all round service from the team during the pre and post sales process.
Having first purchased and then sold a house through Lane & Holmes. I would say the post-sales support offered by Cathy makes a big difference; especially if you end up in a chain.... Read more
16th Jan 2024 (22 weeks ago)
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