T Nunnington
I am a landlord. Cooke have been managing our portfolio for quite a few years. Communication is terrible; emails ignored, calls not returned. 4 of the 9 reviews are from staff so not a true reflection of their 4.9* rating. Gail, the business owner, is rude & I do not know how they are still in business. They do not do a thorough job on anything & when you have to chase them for rent money due, it takes then literally weeks to get back to you, let alone get the rent money to you. The staff turnover is high, I wonder why? This is never a good sign. When we gave notice to terminate our contract, they done everything to make things as hard as possible for us and the new managing agent. I would not recommend this company in any way shape or form. Learn by our mistake; use another company. A very unprofessional company.... Read more
Landlord
12th Nov 2021 (3 years ago)
T Wood
We were apprehensive when we set out to let our planned retirement property initially, (currently living in a tied house) but were so very thankful that Cooke and co was recommended to us, as we could not possibly have left it in better hands for which we are so grateful to Gail and the whole team.
We were kept informed at every step of the way, new tenants were always found straightaway and any problems were sorted without any need for us to worry. We were kept fully informed of anything that required attention, with associated quotes for any work that needed doing.
We were sorry, when our planned move did not work out as we had expected and we had to put the property on the market, but again Gail and her team dealt with the sale, helped our tenants find an alternative property and handled every aspect without us having to worry at all.
It has been so helpful for Cooke's to be able to deal with both the tenant and the sale for us, especially when we do not live anywhere near the property.
A big thank you is due from us to everyone at Cooke and Co who have looked after our interests so well for us over the last 5 years.... Read more
Landlord
27th Aug 2021 (3 years ago)
P Turner
The Agency provided a good quality set of details with excellent photos. The Agents were courteous and efficient, generating clients interested in the property. I would definitely use them again!... Read more
Seller
25th Jun 2021 (3 years ago)
S Marshall
Slight gripe to start with… we went to view a property and waited 20 minutes for the agent to arrive - when we called them we were told she had come and gone already and we weren’t there. Turns out, we were the other side of the building and we hadn’t noticed each other. Luckily we were able to reschedule our viewing later in the day and we put it down to ‘one of those things’ although it would’ve been nice to have been called or email from the agent who was waiting for us to find out where we were….
HOWEVER, having said that, we’ve experienced excellent customer service from Imogen in the office. We told her from the start that we needed to be in within two weeks and we truly believe she was able to get all the ducks in a line quickly and expertly navigated us through the lettings process. She was clear from the beginning and able to tell us exactly what we needed, at what stage and was flexible to our needs considering we were moving considerable distance.
When we picked up the keys, it was an efficient process, I was in and out in minutes. Helpfully, Imogen explained that the landlord would now takeover and that he had a second set of keys for us, and explained that he was on holiday. It was fantastic and refreshing having someone able to set our expectations, with clear and honest information. It’s made the whole process so much easier for us and eased a lot of stress.
I just want to say thank you to Imogen and her team for pulling out the stops and supporting us on our tight and demanding turn around. We couldn’t have done it without the support of the Cooke & Co team who were simply fantastic.
Thank you so much. We’d be more than happy to work with you again in the future!... Read more
Tenant
18th Jun 2021 (3 years ago)
S huntley
Completely done with this company !! Every time we call about renting a property from them they turn around and say "NO PETS" yet on there adds they do NOT state this... why waste peoples time and your own time ??
Why not just put PETS ALOUD / NO PETS SORRY on the Dame adds !! I don't believe for one second that all of your renting portfolio is full of NO PET homes !! I think its you time wasting Armatures that are making that rule ????
?? STAY AWAY PEOPLE FIND A DIFFERENT LETTING AGENT ??... Read more
Tenant
28th May 2021 (3 years ago)
W Bookies
Excellent service. Knowledgeable team and professional... Read more
2nd May 2021 (3 years ago)
B Gibbons
We had our house to let with Cooke and Co for the last 6 years. They were very professional and communicated well with us, especially as we live overseas. They sorted out all the business issues with us quickly and successfully including licences, inspections, repairs and end of year tax statements. We had four sets of tenants and Gail and her team managed to let out our house almost immediately so there was only a lack of rent for a couple of months. Our last tenants loved our house so much so that, when we decided to sell to buy a house where we live, they made a successful offer. The Cooke and Co sales team led by Fiona did an excellent job in chasing the solicitors to a satisfactory conclusion. We thoroughly recommend them.... Read more
Landlord
18th Mar 2021 (3 years ago)
G Hudson
Amazed at the difference going with this estate agency has made. So helpful, efficient knowledgeable and friendly. Fiona's hard work made the process so much more enjoyable and stress free. Responses were quick and informative and nothing was too much trouble.
Couldn't recommend them more - especially Fiona Jacobs who was fantastic.... Read more
18th Feb 2021 (3 years ago)
D Harris
Rang cooke and co about a property in Walliscote Road with a view to rent. No phone call back. No nothing. No time for them.... Read more
Tenant
12th Feb 2021 (3 years ago)
J Hamilton
The staff are friendly at Cooke & Co, But check the conditions of your tenancy such as frequency of landlord visits etc.... Read more
Tenant
3rd Dec 2020 (4 years ago)
Kev
Trying to move home during a lockdown is hard enough but thankfully Cooke and Co have been absolutely fantastic.
Their communication and flexibility has been fantastic and we have been kept in the loop at all times. Email response times are exceptional and very helpful.
The process was extremely smooth and prompt so fantastic service and would strongly recommend to anyone. Special thanks to Charlotte!... Read more
26th Nov 2020 (4 years ago)
N Evans
I am a 75 year old retired lady looking for a rented property and when speaking to a woman at Cooke & Co was told there were no rented properties that would except housing benefit. I can accept that there are some tenants that don't pay their rent and don't look after the property but I am not one of them. I would pass all credit checks have been with the same bank for the last forty years and never owed anyone any money so it would have been common courtesy to have met me and gone through my history not just dismissed me in the way she did. Each person should be treated with respect but unfortunately all the letting agents in Weston-super-Mare are the same and just one final point up until I retired I worked all my life my first job started when I was thirteen from Mrs Nina Evans... Read more
Tenant
16th Jul 2020 (4 years ago)
R SMART
It has been declared unlawful and discrimination to ban people from renting a property if they are in receipt of housing benefit and yet just the other day when I called about a property in Weston-super-Mare I was told strictly No housing benefit, also that there were no properties available to me because of this! I have been with the same landlord for over 7 years and have and am current with my rent, also I keep the flat spotless and I could get references to prove as much, I only need to move because my son has left home and so need a smaller place however this was of no interest to the women I spoke to, I was flatly refused! Is this not then discrimination?... Read more
Tenant
16th Jul 2020 (4 years ago)
M Kift
Warm, friendly & approachable
Knowledgeable & informative. Very pleased & found Fiona gave us confidence.... Read more
16th Feb 2020 (4 years ago)
B O
Peaceful,lovely and tranquil..... great beach for kids, rock pooling and fossil hunting....... Read more
26th Jan 2020 (4 years ago)
D Jefferson
I live in a block of flats in Bristol which is run by this company it’s absolutely disgusting it it’s hardly cleaned it needs painting haven’t been painted in years the carpet inside are filthy general maintenance in the garden never happens it’s like a jungle there’s walls being knocked over constantly where there is no bollards or CCTV in car park really really badly ran,filthy where i live In communal areas... Read more
11th Jul 2019 (5 years ago)
A britton
Such a bad experience. The agent showing us round the property told us he had handed in his notice, which showed he was (and he was!!) uninteresting and didn't want to be there. Still the property was great so we decided to take it. Went in to sign the paper work and was pretty much ignored for the first 2 minutes. Nothing was prepared for when I came in (after being told it would be) and the man didn't know anything at all. He kept asking questions and didn't explain anything very well. After questioning the move in date all I got was a no and a blank stare. No explanation as to why we couldt move in later and not even any attempt to see if it was possible. This man was clearly bored of the work he had to do and was uninterested in helping. Ended up leaving without renting the property. Gutted... Read more
6th Jun 2019 (5 years ago)
K Baker
Matt from Cooke and Co couldn’t have made the process of purchasing my first home any easier! The process from start to finish was just 4 weeks and 2 days! Matt provided 5* service throughout. All my calls/emails were answered within 24 hours of sending which made me feel completely at ease! His general rapport and people skills are top class and he is a definite asset to Cooke & Co! Credit given where it’s due. Thank you Matt for all of your help!
Kelly & family... Read more
Buyer
21st Feb 2019 (5 years ago)
M Powell
Great customer service & communication with Matt throughout the selling process, would happily use Matt to buy/sell again in future ?... Read more
Seller
7th Feb 2019 (5 years ago)
P Burgum
Bought a property dealing with Matt...very good kept in touch..always returned my calls..highly recommend..... Read more
Buyer
4th Feb 2019 (5 years ago)
L parker
I have no time or interest in finding tenants for my property. Cooke and co take care of this for us with no fuss and with the greatest efficiency. They are professional and very friendly. They keep me informed of the important stuff, and support the transaction from beginning to end. I would highly recommend Gail and her team for their expertise. Thank you all.
L Parker... Read more
Landlord
21st Dec 2018 (6 years ago)
R Woods
Matt was great from start to finish very professional and made the process simple and as quick as possible couldnt do enough for us and kept in regular contact which was great would highly recommend him and will use again in future if ever needed , thanks Matt its been a pleasure :)... Read more
14th Dec 2018 (6 years ago)
L Kemp
Cooke and Co really go out of their way to provide high quality Customer Service, nothing is too much trouble. Though we do not wish to single out any one staff member, we have to say Matt does go above and beyond to ensure you are completely satisfied with every aspect of buying from them. He really is the jewel in the Cooke and Co Crown. A big thankyou to him and congratulations to Cooke and Co. Mary and Kemp.... Read more
Buyer
28th Oct 2018 (6 years ago)
M Brown
Great experience in purchasing our new Property. Matt was a great help and chased the solicitors for us when they were being a bit slow. Would definitely use Cooke & Co again when moving. Thanks for all your help in finding our dream property.... Read more
Buyer
6th Oct 2018 (6 years ago)
David
Matt went above and beyond!
He was very helpful and put us at ease straight away. He walked us through the process and his fees were very reasonable. We agreed to go with him and a few days later we were on rightmove as well as other places. He then proceeded to sell the house on the first weekend at a higher price than other estate agents were quoting.
During the process of pushing the sale through he was keeping in constant contact and even gave the sales team at the new build I was buying regular updates on how the process was going. This was incredibly helpful and made the process of securing our new home go very smoothly.
Would highly recommend Cooke and Co.... Read more
Seller
11th Aug 2018 (6 years ago)
M Jenkins
Cooke & Co are brilliant. They rent properties for me. I am always kept informed of what's happening, and it's always a reasonable turn round time, from tenants moving out/in. Nothing is a problem with them, and they always go the extra mile. They work great as a team. What I like best about they though, is that have got to know me and the way i think, which makes things a lot easier.... Read more
Landlord
31st Jul 2018 (6 years ago)
C Hall
I can’t praise Cooke & Co highly enough. From the very start, they gave me excellent service. The owner came to value my house and, even though I said the visit was just to get a valuation, she advised me how to prepare the house for sale and where I could get hold of someone to do some of the DIY jobs.
They charge a fixed rate for selling your house and this is excellent value for money (much less than any of the other high street estate agents I asked).
Matt came to take photos and prepare the ‘blurb’. He showed the prospective buyers around and kept me informed at every stage of the process. My house was sold after only two visits.
All staff in the office were helpful on the phone and when I visited the office.
I can not fault the service I received and I thoroughly recommend them.... Read more
Seller
19th Jul 2018 (6 years ago)
M Makowka
I have had very bad experience with them several years ago but this time buying from them was a lot easier. Matt Jackeman although was representing seller was helping in every aspect of the transaction on my side as well, also outside of office hours. Very professional and highly recommended.... Read more
Buyer
15th Jul 2018 (6 years ago)
J Sparkle
We have just moved out of a flat that we rented through Cooke and Co. They have always been available to speak to about any issues. The whole team are amazing. Thank you everyone at Cooke and Co you made our time at the flat a pleasure. We would recommend you to anyone.... Read more
Tenant
2nd Jul 2018 (6 years ago)
P Knibbs
Fantastic service, especially from Matt Jakeman. Buyer was found in a week, and great communication and help after agreed sale... Read more
Seller
11th Jun 2018 (6 years ago)
S Roberts
Arranged a viewing with this company no problem. Arrived to the viewing and the agent nearly walked past me and we were almost joined by her next client she had booked 10 minutes after me, I couldn't work out if that was a selling tactic or genuine mistake. Entering the building she then lead us upstairs (when we were viewing a ground floor flat) and had to ring her boss to find out which flat she was showing us round. Was then told I have to earn a certain amount of money before I can rent which I know is a common thing with estate agents but I rang up to ask if they would make any allowances as I am fleeing domestic violence and if they would accept a guarantor to which I was told yes and someone would ring me to organise letting the property in question to me. After the weekend I got a call back to be told no even with a guarantor I still have to earn double my rent which fair enough rules are rules but then why was I told otherwise by another employee? Not had a great experience and will be actively avoiding this agent.... Read more
Tenant
6th Jun 2018 (6 years ago)
G Hearne
Honest and reliable service throughout. Viewed a property which wasn't for us, but after having a lovely relaxed chat with the agent, a couple of days later we were given the heads up about a new property matching all our requirements and by far exceeding our expectations. This really shows they had listened to what we wanted as a family. So now we are in our perfect home thanks to Cooke & Co. Communication was excellent throughout the sale and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.... Read more
Buyer
4th Jun 2018 (6 years ago)
R Faria
Is the 2nd time I use your services to find a house to rent, and both time I felt completely ignored by you!! First time, in the beginning of 2018 I went to see a flat and until today no response at all. Second time, a viewing already booked (according your availability) and one day before you call me to give the wonderful information that it been given to another person...with a VIEWING BOOKED!! I already expressed my dissatisfaction about your (very poor) costumer services by phone and your excuse was "all the agencies" act like this...WRONG! The other estate agencies, AFTER attend all viewings and gathering all the information about the future tenants, AFTER THAT, they tell you if you got the house or not!! COOKE & CO NEVER MORE!!... Read more
Tenant
1st Jun 2018 (6 years ago)
T Hannam
Cooke & Co have been fantastic helping me and my partner find a property to rent. They are extremely helpful, reliable and knowledgeable about the local area which has made the process extremely simple and easy. I would highly recommend them.... Read more
Tenant
18th Oct 2017 (7 years ago)
U unknown
2 staff members senior in this business have no clue about referencing. They wanted a cash payment and could not offer the information about renting a property or information regards tenancy agreements. How on earth can you be estate agents when you do not know your own industry?
Would avoid like the plague.... Read more
Tenant
17th Oct 2017 (7 years ago)
N Kendall
Myself and my partner have sourced rented properties through Cooke & Co on 3 occasions and have found them to be an honest and effective company in arranging tenancies and servicing issues promptly. Cooke's staff have always been easy to deal with and the company appears to be well-managed.... Read more
Tenant
1st Aug 2017 (7 years ago)
A Adams
Let my property through Cooke and Co; very pleased with the service. Found me an excellent tenant within 24hrs and everything ran smoothly through to the end of the tenancy. Very prompt response to emails and phone calls. Would recommend.... Read more
Landlord
31st May 2017 (7 years ago)
D Davis
All seemed fine, until we were leaving. Was told in no uncertainty terms that I was liable for things that I absolutely legally was not according to the 2004 housing act. Either incompetent or dishonest. Pretty shocking either way. Would absolutely not recommend!... Read more
Tenant
26th May 2017 (7 years ago)
W Girl
Great service & friendly staff, we couldn't be happier with our new home, thank you Cooke & Co!... Read more
Buyer
16th May 2017 (7 years ago)
A User
Well, everything was fine until we wanted to receive our deposit back from DPS. They stopped responding to notices from us, landlord and DPS. Very bad. Beware... Read more
Tenant
28th Nov 2011 (13 years ago)