Dacre Son and Hartley reviews

★★★★★ 5/5

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My partner and I have just had the absolute pleasure of being looked after by Amber, for our very first house purchase. Following a rather heartbreaking experience after the first property we attempted to purchase fell through, we were very apprehensive on starting the entire process again. However, from the word go, Amber was attentive, supportive and extremely kind. Our first viewing of the property was a lovely experience, and Amber introduced us to the previous owners in a way that put everyone at ease immediately. She was extremely thorough with her tour, and no question was a silly one. We didn’t feel rushed and even had time to sit with the previous owner, which made the experience much more personal and feel a lot less formal and transactional. She had our back from the start, asking the hard questions, making the difficult calls, and doing what she could to secure us our dream first home. Whether we wished to view the property, ask something of the owners, communicate with other solicitors (the list is endless), Amber was there and got on the phone immediately. There was even a point where our move in date had to be pushed back due to the lack of removals companies for the sellers, and Amber was ringing every removal company in existence to try and keep the original date for us. Things like this happen and she could have easily taken the easy road and explained there was nothing she could do, but the fact she tried everything was fantastic. We will always be thankful to Amber for making the entire experience as pain free and as easy as possible. We were supported throughout and there was nothing that Amber wouldn’t attempt to solve or help us with. Even since we’ve moved in, we’ve felt comfortable enough to ring her up with things that are possibly a little silly to ask, but have still received the same amount of support as we did when we were right at the beginning of the process. Thank you Amber, you’re a star! Ollie and Lu.

Ollie · 27 September 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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From contacting Dacres to completion , Neil and team were fantastic. They took any stress out of the process, were on the end of the phone to answer any questions no matter what time of day. They were really flexible when it came to house viewings and NO pressure was put on us during viewing or any time throughout the process. Their support and guidance was unmatched. Post completion date , Neil has kept in contact with us to see how the home renovations were coming along. Their serviced does not end just because we have the keys. 5 stars all the way!

Stevie · 30 May 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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Would highly recommend

Would highly recommend. Staff in at the West Park office (thanks Jen and Amie) were very professional, helpful and did exactly what was promised. Throughout the viewing process they kept us up to date, always had a named contact who was prompt to respond to questions. When it came to completing the sale - we had many issues agents in the chain and solicitors, however Jen and Amie chased up, kept us informed and I felt were always working in our best interests.

AK · 30 July 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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Pateley Bridge - Top service

Alison from Dacre at Pateley Bridge was fantastic with our move. She was proactive in finding us our home by reaching out to us whenever a new property that we could be interested in came on the market, she kept us updated throughout and was always on the ball to make sure the sale went through as quickly as possible always one step ahead with the solicitors and seller. 12 weeks in total for the sale to go through …would definitely recommend Dacre and Alison for your house sale or purchase

Jessica · 26 June 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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As first time buyers and really having no idea how the whole process works, Amber went above and beyond to make the process smooth and stress-free. She always made time to chat or help us whenever, and constantly sped up the process by chasing outstanding bits. On top of being incredible at what she does, she is genuinely a lovely person! Thanks so much Amber for helping us into our first home.

Luke · 29 July 2024

★★★★★ 2/5

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A disappointing service

Such a disappointing service from Dacres. Getting to the point of having your home valued is a big thing, especially in the current climate. And having worked hard on making significant improvements to the house, the descriptions received by the valuer were unfair, mostly negative and insulting. There was a lot of talking and very little listening. Realistic and constructively critical comments are one thing, insults are another and there are ways in which you can support and guide a potential vendor without making them feel so uncomfortable and upset in the process. Sadly, this isn't an estate agent I would either recommend or use based on this.

KPop · 30 November 2023

★★★★★ 2/5

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Sold house via Dacres

Sold house via Dacres, not a fast process from them, took ages to upload our home on different websites. Sara was the best, more helpful then anyone else there. We been advised the house will be available on different websites inc: Right move etc, on some websites the house not appeared. also been told we will get shoe cover (never got it). been told we potentially can get 200-215 for the house and once we received the first offer of 195 benn told to accept this as we won't get anything better. Not a great service. Not using Morley service again

Roland · 16 November 2023

★★★★★ 4/5

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Great service from Ian Bradbury at Darce Son & Hartley

Ian B at Darce Son and Hartley was friendly and professional. His reassuring manner, mixed with his knowledge and understanding, gave us complete confidence every step of the way. It’s rare to find someone who truly listens and cares, and Ian went above and beyond to ensure everything was handled for us. I would highly recommend Darce Son and Hartley, especially because of Ian’s outstanding service. Thank you for making a positive buying experience.

Jalpa · 3 June 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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First class service from the Ilkley office

First class service from the Ilkley office from start to finish! Thank you Vicki Bradley - could not have asked for a better agent. Professional, thorough, discreet and everything done without any fuss. I can highly recommend Dacres (Ilkley) - I could not have made a better choice!!

Mr · 15 September 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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Excellent experience with Dacre Son & Hartley in York! The team were professional, approachable, and highly knowledgeable about the local market. They kept me informed every step of the way and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Their attention to detail and dedication to customer service really stood out. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy and efficient estate agent!

Md · 10 April 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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I really can’t thank the team at Dacre Son & Hartley Morley enough for the way in which they recently handled the sale of my late mums property. From the initial valuation all the way through to completion they were professional, proactive and extremely supportive. But more importantly they cared - about mum and dads home, and about the family. Communications were excellent, honest and nothing was too much trouble. I have moved homes a few times over the years and I have never experienced such a caring and professional service from an Estate Agent. Would highly recommend without question.

Dawn · 11 August 2020

★★★★★ 1/5

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Sharp Practice

As per the 15+ negative reviews already written about this so called Agency NOTHING has changed. Thank God that due to their sharp practice I a cash buyer was not even disclosed to the seller nor afforded a viewing of the property I wished to purchase. I was told," Don't bother going to the house it's just been sold". I was 2miles from the house on the Date and Time agreed for my "Viewing" !!!! It transpired it was sold the day before and they didn't have the courtesy to tell me nor the owner who wanted a "Cash Buyer" NOT TO BE TRUSTED!!!!!

Sam · 25 September 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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Customer service appaling

I recently purchased a property from this company through their Knaresborough branch.On the day of completion I was advised by my solicitor after the monies had all been transferred to contact them regarding the release of the keys.I did so and spoke to the rudest person I have come across for a long time called Anita.She was most unhelpful and could not wait to put the phone down on me.I had to stop her several time from disconnecting the call in order to find out when the keys would be available.This is not what you expect on the day of moving which is stressful enough.Customer service training definitely needed

Dave · 27 July 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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Amber and Neil at Dacre, Son & Hartley York were hugely helpful in the process of us buying our home. They were always fast to reply and incredibly knowledgeable as well as friendly. I’d highly recommend.

Emily · 26 March 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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Each and every single person at Dacre, Son and Hartley are so passionate about what they do! They take care with understanding when identifying what a clients need is and they are so decicatee to assisting their clients. If you are thinking of selling, buying, renting or looking for mortgage advice please contact them. I wouldn't go any where else. Thank you Dacres you're all amazing xx

Lisa · 3 May 2020

★★★★★ 5/5

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From the initial valuation to completion of sale the service from Dacre, Son and Hartley was brilliant . They were efficient, professional and helpful throughout the process and I have nothing but praise for them.I would definitely recommend them to anyone thinking of selling or buying a property. Particular thanks go to Claire Tiplady who valued and marketed the house and Catherine Jones who went above and beyond at every stage of the sale to support me and keep me up to date with progress. Thank you all for a superb service.

Linda · 26 March 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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Top top man Phil

I used Dacre, Son & Hartley’s Elland Branch for the sale of my property. The process was completely flawless. Phil was fantastic. He helped with the valuation and with his expert help, we accepted an offer on the house within 9 days of listing. If you ever need an estate agent Phil is definitely THE MAN! Thank you.

Claire · 22 March 2021

★★★★★ 2/5

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Knaresborough office poor service and a bit slap dash

Booked a viewing to see a house and they told the seller I had cancelled the appointment which I obviously hadn't . I turn up to view after driving from Leeds and the seller looks confused and tells me what she has been told but kindly shows me around the property anyway, not sure I would trust this outfit again.

C · 19 November 2025

★★★★★ 1/5

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poor customer service, very disappointed

Recently saw a house I wanted to purchase and the estate agent dealing with me was also the vendor associated with 3 other vendors. I was told that my offer was accepted and received confirmation of this. I was advised by the estate agent (vendor) that she and her husband who showed us around the house really wanted us to purchase the house although they had received a higher cash offer. In such a short time I built a good relationship with the estate agent and a couple of days ago she advised me to send all my paperwork over including ID and mortgage offer along with proof of the deposit to secure the house, which was done. Only now have I called back to discuss if there was anything else they needed and the estate agent I had been speaking to ( the vendor) advised her colleague was dealing with my case now, only to find out from her colleague ( the branch manager) that they had decided to accept someone else's offer, (although mine was guaranteed to be accepted) who had offered more and in cash? But they didn’t have the decency to tell me, what’s more, disappointing is the fact the state agent I was dealing with ( the vendor) advised me when I just called someone else was dealing with my case , I think honesty goes a long way and as I said to the branch manager had she of told me this information her self they had accepted another offer I would have not taken as bad, especially when she guaranteed that It was me they wanted to buy the house. When trying to explain this to the branch manager I found him very patronising in explaining the process with his shouting tone of voice and that the estate agent didn’t have time to call me as “ she was too busy trying to clean her desk before 5 pm for her holiday” My gosh that is some level of customer service. Very disappointed.

The · 11 August 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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House purchase in Settle

We've just exchanged contracts on a house purchase in Settle, arranged through Dacres local branch. They've been extremely helpful throughout our whole house-hunting and purchasing process, managing to fit in viewings when we were up in Settle, sometimes at quite short notice. We'd particularly like to mention Andrew, who showed us round several houses, Tom , who responded to email messages when the office wasn't open, Mel, who we spoke to at the beginning, and who let us peer over her shoulder to see the details of a property, and Julia who passed on her local knowledge during our second viewing of the house we're buying. A thoroughly professional approach from all.

I · 25 July 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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Amber was a joy to deal with in the selling of my parents house. Would highly recommend

Jane · 30 May 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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I'm both buying a property and selling…

I'm both buying a property and selling a property through Dacres and from the start the experience has been outstanding with excellent communication from Gavin, Sue, Adam and Em! I can't thank them all enough for keeping me regularly up to date, being very honest, fair and balanced in the feedback and getting my property advertised so quickly! Within a day they had 10 viewings and I've had 2 offers already. They have worked the most unsociable hours to help me sell quickly knowing that it is a requirement for the seller of the house I'm looking to buy and have been so flexible in their approach. Customer service at it's best! In all honesty I'd never heard of them before thinking of putting my house on the market, I was given their information through a local Facebook page recommendation - I definitely see why they were recommended! THANK YOU!

Sarah · 12 March 2022

★★★★★ 1/5

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Bingley office let down

Arranged for valuer to attend our home, received call that morning saying that valuer had family emergency and could not attend? Having made arrangements to be present not impressed that Dacres Bingley have no contingency plan in cases like this.

Mike · 11 November 2025

★★★★★ 1/5

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Ilkley Office mess purchasers about

Ilkley Office mess purchasers about. Despite us being told our offer was the highest, which was way above the asking price - they wanted us to go to final and best offers using our offer (which we said was best and final when given) as a leverage to up the price. Utter charlatans; no doubt they told other prospective purchasers how far they were off the mark too! We withdrew-purchasers need to stop falling into this trap as no doubt the others left didn’t know the revised situation.

Carol · 12 April 2021