Every review we hold for the Bournemouth office, from every platform, shown as written. First names only.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleColin in Swanage did a fantastic job selling my property. He was a pleasure to deal with - always friendly polite and above all enthusiastic about his job. He introduced a number of potential purchasers to the property and he always gave feedback on viewings. I have no hesitation recommending Colin and Hive to anyone thinking of selling their home in Swanage and the wider area. A good job very well done!
Elaine · 26 October 2023
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
We love Colin at HIVE, he has been with us since the early days and has been nothing short of brilliant. We love that our vendors get to experience his excellent customer service and his natural ease when selling peoples homes. Thank you so much for the business and trust in Colin in getting you moved.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleI would like to say a big thank you to Matthew, for accommodating all our requests when needing to view our new property.
Sophia · 26 October 2023
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
Matthew is a lovely chap and we are so pleased he has partnered with us at HIVE. We are delighted that your experience has been a positive one and we hope you enjoy your new home.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleHuge Thanks to Matt and all of Hive- brilliant communication throughout the sale of my property, and kept everything running smoothly. Thanks again!
Harriet · 26 October 2023
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
thank you so much for your kind words. We were delighted to represent your lovely property. Matt was delighted to have such a successful open day and to get the deal over the line. Good luck for the future and thank you for putting your trust in Matt and HIVE.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleImpressive service from start to finish. We were updated regularly on viewing appointments and viewer feedback. Paul answered any queries we had promptly, and his advice was invaluable. He liaised between buyers and solicitors, and kept us updated on the progress of both exchange and completion. Highly recommend this proactive company.
Tracy · 3 November 2024
Agent replied · 10 November 2024
Tracy, thank you so much for your kind feedback. We were so pleased to get your property under offer swiftly and to completion this week. Paul is a great agent that prides himself on delivering for his clients, its lovely that he has been able to assist you again.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleAnji and Paul were incredible every step of the process. Highly recommend.
Amy · 7 June 2025
★★★★★ 5/5
GooglePaul & the HIVE Team, Thank you so much for helping us finally get over the line in selling our house! After months of trying with another agent, you came in like a breath of fresh air, fabulous service, wonderful photos of our property, and had a decent offer within 4 days! What more could we have asked for! Would highly recommend you to everyone!
Amy · 3 December 2024
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleAn amazing Company. One I share with anyone who is trying to sell their property. Transaction for me was HIVE selling a good friend of mine's house. Within two weeks it was sold Subject to Contract etc. Long live HIVE and the people who work there.
Sonja · 29 March 2024
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
We love hearing positive feedback - thank you so much for your review and we know that Tracey was over the moon to assist.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleHive and Tracey in particular were absolutely brilliant, nothing was ever too much trouble and they smoothed what was quite a difficult purchase really effectively. If Carlsberg did estate agents….
Pete · 16 December 2024
Agent replied · 23 December 2024
Pete! What a great review thank you so much for your kind words. You have a cracking property there in a lovely part of the world. We hope that you are very happy in your new home and we are very glad that you received the HIVE experience that we love our Partners to demonstrate.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleMany thanks for all your help getting my 80 year old father into a wonderful bungalow. Hard enough to get him to downsize and move area but Matthew Wilson helped and supported us. Always contactable and got us through the buying of his clients bungalow even after their purchase fell through. Thankyou
Chris · 26 October 2023
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
Hi Chris, what a lovely review about Matt, thank you so much! We pride ourselves in partnering with the best agents, and Matt has demonstrated time and time again his difference. We are so delighted that your Dad will be happy in his new home, we understand how difficult downsizing can be! Thank you again for the review and taking the time out to leave kind works. All the best, HIVE
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleWe have just had one of the most professional and comprehensive viewings of a property by an estate agent. Although it wasn’t the house for us, the time and effort taken by Tracy Dwight of Hive and Partners to show us round and bring the …
Helen · 16 May 2025
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleHive & Partners have been fantastic in managing a very tricky sale on my behalf and I would highly recommend them. They really earned their commission and Angie Hazell especially, consistently went above and beyond what was required in order to secure the sale. Thank you so much!
Louise · 28 March 2025
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleHive and James Evans have been wonderful. Their photos and brochures are well done and we've had an offer in under a week. Hopefully the sale will proceed to completion but, if not, I'm sure James will do his utmost to help us again. Highly recommended.
Carole · 26 October 2023
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
What fantastic feedback, thank you! We are so pleased your sale is progressing well and we cannot wait to see you exchanged and moved!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJames from Hive was extremely helpful and professional. Nothing was too much trouble, providing multiple access requests, often at short notice and going out of his way to support us in our purchase, even on some ancillary queries.
Professional and knowledgeable, I’d highly recommend Hive.
Leke · 26 October 2023
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words. James is a wonderful agent and we are so happy to have him as a partner in our growing business. Thank you for choosing to buy through HIVE and we hope that you enjoy your new home.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleNick Beavan recently carried out a property valuation for our family, and he was absolutely brilliant. He was incredibly knowledgeable, took the time to explain everything clearly, and answered all of our questions with patience and …
Sarah · 16 July 2025
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJames Evan’s was excellent and very professional from start to end dealing with enquiries and keeping us informed we would highly recommend Hive estate agents
Nice job James thank you very much
Lorraine · 27 June 2024
Agent replied · 10 November 2024
Lorraine, we love getting great reviews of our Partners. James is a great agent and always strives to deliver for his clients. We are so pleased that you have been able to experience the HIVE difference!
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleCouldn’t recommend HIVE enough, fantastic team of friendly professionals who really know what they’re talking about. From their service, marketing and communication HIVE offered so much more than what I’ve ever had from other agents! If you want a reliable agency that goes above and beyond, then this is the one. Thanks so much again!!
Megan · 26 October 2022
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
Thank you so much Megan! Very kind words
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleGreat estate agent. All went very smoothly and communication was excellent.
Wendy · 13 June 2024
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJames at HIVE was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. Kept in touch, worked to ensure the process was as seemless as possible.
Overall very helpful and attentive service, timely replies and contact. Would thoroughly recommend HIVE
Benjamin · 26 October 2023
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
Thank you so much for this review. We are delighted we are delighted that we finally got there with your purchase after a number of hurdles! We cannot wait to see what you do with the property and wish you every success and happiness for the future.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJames Evans at Hive has been absolutely fantastic handling the sale of my house. It was not an easy sale with problems along the way, but his years of experience really paid off and resulted in us exchanging contracts just before Christmas. It wouldn’t have happened without his help and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Hive if you are thinking of selling. They are a cut above the rest!
Karen · 26 October 2023
★★★★★ 4/5
GoogleI used Hive after trying a few other estate agents in the area. Hive were professional, arranged all the viewings and kept me up to date at regular intervals. I would definitely recommend.
Jennine · 26 October 2023
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review. We know that Matt worked super hard to get a deal done on your property and we are so pleased that you were happy with all of his efforts. Thank you again for the kind words and all the best for the future.
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleThank you Colin! We are so glad we chose you to sell our nanys flat.
Jessica · 26 October 2023
★★★★★ 1/5
GoogleTried to book a viewing. Received initial call back but no follow up despite leaving messages. Cash buyer .... disappointing service.
Wendy · 29 March 2024
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
Thank you for your message and we are sorry that you have experienced issues. We take our feedback very seriously and always want to ensure our Partner Agents provide the highest standards of service. We have reviewed the message system at head office and cannot find any messages left. In order to deal with your enquiry, please could you email details on which property you were interested in viewing and who you had initially spoken with; sales@hiveandpartners.co.uk please mark for the attention of our Managing Director, James Farge.
We hope that we can resolve the issues you have experienced and turn this one star in to a five star very soon.
Many thanks, HIVE & Partners
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJames was very helpful throughout the process, highly recommended
Rachel · 30 December 2023
★★★★★ 5/5
GoogleJames from Hive was great from the first viewing to handing over the keys on our completion day - by far the nicest and most professional estate agent we dealt with over our long house hunt. Highly recommended!
Jenni · 26 October 2022
Agent replied · 25 October 2024
James is a superstar and we are so pleased you agree! We wish you all the best with your new property and we hope that we can work with you in the future. Feel free to pop in for a cup of tea whenever you feel like it!
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