Trusted Agent profile · Lymington
★★★★★
350 reviews across 2 platforms
53 High Street, Lymington, SO41 9ZB
John D Wood and Co Lettings's office in Lymington, at 53 High Street, is rated 3.9 out of 5 across 350 reviews on two platforms, including 68 Google reviews rated 5.0.
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1/5
TrustpilotDO NOT GO WITH THEM
DO NOT GO WITH THEM. Poor communication from John D Wood. We wanted to purchase a property sold through them but their behaviour put us off. Holly from the Dulwich Branch was rude, unprofessional and not transparent in regards to process.
5/5
GoogleAmanda and the team at JD Wood handled our purchase really well under difficult circumstances caused by Covid. They were always attentive and went out of their way to overcome the obstacles with the Park and the vendors solicitors workload. JD wood also worked particularly well with our solicitors and understand the complications of when the park authorities are involved with transaction.
Thanks for the excellent 5* review! Best wishes, Lucy, Customer Relations.
1/5
TrustpilotRadyah Sultana, so rude and unprofessional
Radyah Sultana at Docklands & City office, who is in charge of the paperwork, was so rude, unprofessional, dishonest and impatient. I have received passive-aggressive threats from her and had a really bad experience.We worked smoothly with Egle and David, and paid the deposit very early.However, the contract was ready only 3 days before moving in, even though all the reference checks were ready two weeks ago!I understand that Radyah was sick for a few days, but I am unhappy that she made an excuse and LIED that the reference checks were just done yesterday. Now because of her inefficiency, I have to be efficient.Well, I am a customer, and she is the god.
5/5
TrustpilotWe had an amazing experience dealing…
We had an amazing experience dealing with Kate Martin from the Primrose Hill branch. She really took her time with us and her knowledge of the Primrose Hill and NW London area is second to none. She would be our first call if looking for a property in this area.
1/5
TrustpilotAVOID JDW AT ALL COSTS
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do not subject yourself to the JDW Weybridge office if you can avoid it - they have provided easily the worst service we have ever experienced. We have been renting for 3 months in a JDW managed house. There are multiple material ongoing issues from a leaking roof to broken heating and the agent does not do anything about - for months. We have a 1 year old child who is suffering constant sickness now. They have lied to us about repair parts being ordered and have not held the landlord accountable for fixing anything. Jazz Dillon is of particular incompetence. She has promised us a call with senior management and of course, radio silence.
1/5
TrustpilotCustomer Service on Permanent Lunch Break
I’ve called multiple times regarding a property and was repeatedly told I’d receive a call back either by end of day or the next working day. This has never happened. I even tried submitting an enquiry through Rightmove, but nothing would go through. It’s honestly ridiculous, either don’t promise to call back, or live up to the expectations you’ve set yourself. The lack of basic communication is highly unprofessional and very disappointing.
5/5
TrustpilotI had an excellent experience working…
I had an excellent experience working with Tushar at the Docklands office. He assisted me with the sale of my property. I found him to be knowledgeable, approachable, and ensured the process was significantly more efficient. I greatly appreciate his support and would highly recommend his services.
1/5
TrustpilotI had an offer accepted on 11 march…
I had an offer accepted on 11 march 2026 then i had a call on the 13th March 2026 telling me they had another offer so i need to up my offer. This is so inequitable and wrong so just want to warn others out there or these cowboy underhand practices.
5/5
TrustpilotFrom start to finish with seeking a…
From start to finish with seeking a rental property, Amanda and Anna were so helpful in guiding me through the process so everything ran smoothly up to when I moved in. Even the Landlord was present then to show me all about the appliances. I cannot commend John D Wood highly enough as regards letting properties to a tenant such as myself.
1/5
TrustpilotDO NOT RENT WITH JOHN D WOOD UNLESS YOU LOVE STRESS 6 months of hell. No ventilation, health hazard.
They are the worst letting agent we’ve ever dealt with, do not rent or buy with this company, complete incompetence at all levels of management. They will cost you money, time, stress & potentially your health, it is not worth it! When we moved out we also recieved our deposit back in full just for clarity. (Though it took much longer than it should have) When we moved in we discovered the flat had no ventilation in the bathroom (which is a legal requirement under Homes for Habitability Act 2018 and does not comply with building regulations 2010) no windows or extractor fan, just a fan heater covering a hole where the extractor should be. We raised this and a few other repair issues. In the entire 6 months we lived there (we were evicted due to the landlord wanting to sell - through another agency as he clearly is not happy with John D Woods' service.) they fixed 1 issue.. the washing machine-the least urgent. We spent our entire 6 months there constantly stressed trying to sort this and other issues with J D Wood but they did absolutely nothing. We had only one set of keys between us for the first 8 days. The shower leaked a huge puddle onto the floor every time we showered. We didn’t have all the needed information for our move in. Not given the location of the bins or the meter readings locations. Then given a wrong location for bins and told we shouldn’t need to take meter readings.. We made an official complaint on 6th December. We (albeit too late) contacted the council & they came to visit, they were horrified. They drew up a report and submitted a preliminary works order for works to be carried out; mentioning the damp and mould. We only didn’t contact the council sooner because we hoped J D Wood would fix these issues, what fools we were. Their constant stalling tactics, asking us for photos, claiming they’re still waiting on the landlord to approve the works, only to find the manager George said the landlord said he’d 'already approved several of the works (albeit 4 months in) and why hadn’t they been done?' We had to pay 6 months rent up front so cash flow to sort the repairs was not the issue. We'd sent emails to contractors and then heard nothing from J D Wood. Eventually when a new contractor came out to the property he gave a quote to them for around £4000. The bathroom and kitchen are internal without any windows or extractors for ventilation. This contractor, planned to knock out through the building to put in a ventilation shaft, but did not explore the hole in the wall we had previously sent videos of to J D Wood. we explained all we thought had to be done was replace the fan heater on the wall with an extract unit as the ventilation shaft was already there. J D Wood claimed they needed to get permission from the freehold owner for wider works, however this isn't true as they could simply replace the fan heater with an extractor. hence no building works and £200. No one from J D Wood ever came to look at the vent until finally the area manager came (after our eviction) with his preferred contractor who agreed simply an extractor unit would work & cost no more than £200. They fully ignored our emails when they couldn’t be bothered to do something. The Ombudsman also awarded us £300 from John D Wood for their negligence. I’m sure they’ll to reply with their copy and paste message asking us to email the details but I’ve included most here so if you’re reading this 'John D Wood Person' don’t bother. If this review saves even one person from the renting hell we suffered with them then it’s worth the time writing it. This is the most incompetent group of people at their jobs. We are so happy we will never have to deal with any of these people again. Already the new management at our new rental have been infinitely more helpful and proactive. Also I never leave reviews and we want to never think about this again but I felt this review was important, I would not wish this stress on anyone.
5/5
GoogleFrom first contacting Amanda at John D Wood, we had a great and professional service. Very helpful and even adjusted a viewing for us, as late due to heavy traffic. I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you Amanda for your support and help, and the local information. MarkPositiveProfessionalism
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this great 5* review and recommendation. Kind regards, Lucy, Customer Relations.
1/5
TrustpilotAbsolutely abysmal property and tenant…
Absolutely abysmal property and tenant management experience. After an inventory check that showed that all furniture items were intact, JD Wood came back 5 months later to essentially accuse us of moving some of the furniture. Prior to this, while we were still in the flat, we had an issue with the fuse that cut power to the fridge and half the flat. We emailed, stressing that many items were at the risk of spoilage but received no support/response. The experience started alright but went severely downhill with time. Would not recommend.
5/5
TrustpilotWe had a great experience with John D…
We had a great experience with John D Wood & Co Beckenham branch, they are far and away the best estate agents dealt with to date - reliable and speedy communication, friendly, and most importantly found us a great buyer incredibly quickly. Definitely recommend them
5/5
GoogleI have been renting from John D Wood in Lymington now for 4 years and it's definitely one of the best experiences with an estate agency we've had in a long time, everything is sorted quickly and efficiently and the staff are great! Kat is amazing and I've never had any problems! Definitely recommend!PositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism
Thank you for your glowing 5* review and recommendation. Kind regards, Lucy, Customer Relations.
1/5
TrustpilotDON'T RENT FROM THEM
I moved into the apartment only to find countless issues, no hot water, an unmentioned carpet moth infestation, broken doors, and more. On top of that, dealing with the property manager, Razvan Boerean, was a nightmare due to his passive-aggressive attitude whenever I requested repairs. Over the course of a year, the agency changed property managers three times, making communication and accountability even worse. When I moved out, they made absurd claims to unfairly deduct from my deposit. Some of these claims mysteriously disappeared when I asked for further evidence. The property manager even hinted that if I chose to raise a third-party dispute, they would inflate the charges, such as replacing the entire balcony door, yet this was never mentioned again in the dispute process. As an international student, I felt like an easy target for this agency to exploit, especially when it came to unfair deposit deductions. Thankfully, I didn’t fall for their intimidation tactics and went through the dispute resolution process. In the end, the agency was awarded only 1/8 of what they originally demanded. The entire experience, from moving in to moving out, was a nightmare. No matter how good the rent may seem, it’s simply not worth it. If you're an international student, be extra cautious, this agency will try to take advantage of you. I strongly advise against renting from them.
5/5
TrustpilotVery experienced and competent
Very experienced and competent. Pleasant and easy to deal with. Took into account and dealt with our specific requirements. Terms were clear and reasonable. Achieved a good result. Would highly recommend.
4/5
TrustpilotJohn D Wood Wandsworth Positive Feedback
We have dealt with John D Wood in Wandsworth both to purchase a property and to sell one. Our experience has been positive, particular with Stewart Harrison, Head of Sales, who was extremely responsive, knowledgeable and on the ball. Stewart always took the time to speak to us, answer questions and give advice. Jimmy Gallagher was also fantastic.
5/5
TrustpilotHappy Customer
I’ve been a customer of the Lettings Team in Lymington for a number of years and they have consistently been a pleasure to deal with. Always helpful, proactive and professional. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services to both landlords and tenants.
1/5
TrustpilotSuch a terrible experience!
We have had such a bad experience with John D Wood in Battersea. Their lettings team doesn’t respond to e-mails, paperwork is done incorrectly, keys for our house weren’t accounted for. The management of this office is equally as diabolical and I would steer clear of using them in any capacity.
5/5
GoogleI have just brought a property in Lyndhurst. I have delt with Kevin all the way through he has been so professional ,caring and thoughtful to both sides through this long process. Having dealt with many estate agent through the years Kevin has been a breath of fresh air.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for your wonderful 5* review! Kind regards, Lucy, Customer Relations.
5/5
GoogleI have sold my house through JD Wood Lymington. Kevin has been brillaint all the way through as have his colleagues. They have kept me updated at all times and in a very proffessional way. It was a very smoth transition. I highly recommend them and thank them for their service.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value
It’s really lovely to read another 5* review and recommendation. Many thanks, Lucy, Customer Relations.
5/5
TrustpilotFirst time buyer - Andrina Craig
First time buyer - just completed on the purchase and have moved in.My experience with Andrina Craig of John D Woods had been outstanding from start to finish. She was warm and personable, in which I felt comfortable in being honest with her regarding my thoughts and questions. She assisted me with all queries from the very start, in which I had many as you’d expect from a first time buyer. Andrina had made my experience a highly pleasant one in which I felt reassured until the end. I honestly am so thankful that she was in charge of my property purchase. Now that it’s completed, I can be genuine with this review. Andrina was amazing. I don’t really know what else to say. I will be recommending John D Woods to my peers for the foreseeable future - specifically Andrina Craig. Thank you so much for your help, I wish you all the best.Ki
5/5
TrustpilotGreat Experience
I had a great experience with Bryan Norton Crail during my tenancy with John D Wood. He was always professional, responsive, and genuinely helpful throughout my time at the property. Bryan consistently communicated clearly and handled every enquiry with care and efficiency. I really appreciated his support and the smooth service provided from start to finish. Highly recommended.
1/5
TrustpilotDo NOT rent with John D Woods in London…
Do NOT rent with John D Woods in London (specifically Notting Hill). For most of my tenancy I was left without an oven and a bathroom door. They have been extremely rude and aggressive on the phone & I never received any compensation or empathy for not having an oven to cook. Or a bathroom door in a studio flat... But most importantly - I left the property a year ago and STILL have not received my deposit back. They do not reply to email or provide answers on the phone - always saying they will investigate. Please please can someone get in touch to send me the deposit, I have nearly £2,000 stuck with John D Woods.
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