Recoco (Relocation: Coast and Country) is recognised as an expert in the business of high level property search, something Nigel Bishop, our Founder and now Managing Director, takes great pride in.

Well-established across the South of England, Recoco Property Search has an unrivalled reputation for being the Buying Agents with a ‘can-do’ attitude.

Our team of experienced property finders helps house-hunters find and secure their dream home by providing extensive support and a bespoke, personal service throughout the property search and acquisition process. From sourcing suitable homes and conducting price negotiations, to aiding the exchange of contracts and beyond, Recoco Property Search has established itself as a trusted Buying Agency for UK and International clients.

Whether you are looking for a waterfront haven, investment property, rural abode or city home we strive to make your property search a success.

Initially acting alone, Nigel was retained by private individuals looking to find their special property in the South West. Often time poor, professional and retired people from London, The Home Counties and internationally he offered local knowledge and links to contacts with selling agents with whom he negotiated on behalf of his clients achieving successful purchases of country, city and waterside homes.

Whether that be a historic town house, classic Enlgish country cottage or a eco-friendly, sustainable, contemporary home, Recoco has successfully negotiated and completed on them all over the years.

The core business always centred around the Country House, a particular passion of Nigel’s.

Nigel was recognised by Spear's 500 as someone of note working in the the high end segment of the Property Market. In bestowment of Nigel’s extensive knowledge of both locations and the property industry alike, published objective property columns articles in Devon Life since 2015 and Coast 2022-2024. The company has also been featured in a number of distinguished publications including Devon Life, Cotswold Life, The Telegraph, Country & Town House and Country Life.

Established for 25 Years, Recoco Property Search has expanded under Nigel’s direction and now operates across the breadth of the West Country and London. Collectively, The Team acts for their clients offering the same bespoke service that has earned Recoco its renowned reputation. In accordance with the accumulation of Recoco Team Members, the collective knowledge, expertise and contacts amalgamates to form what can only be regarded as an impressive portfolio and enhances the already exceptional service that Recoco has to offer.

Not only has Recoco expanded in geographical coverage, we now offer additional services with specialist Buying Agents that are accomplished in their fields.

Robin Thomas, your Farms & Estates Specialist studied Rural Estate Management at The Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester and received The Royal Agricultural Society of England’s gold medal for agriculture. Later, he became a Partner at Strutt and Parker Estate Agency, working for four years selling property in Wiltshire, Hampshire and Dorset and in 1982, he opened their Exeter office. He worked for over 30 years in the property sector in Somerset, Devon and Cornwall. During that time he sold and bought some of the finest estates, farms and country houses throughout the South West of England. Today, he helps his Recoco clients find and complete on Country Houses, Farms & Estates. Based in Devon, he mainly operates in Devon, Dorset and Somerset, however, does conduct his services nationally when acting for clients looking for Farms & Estates.

Mike Henderson, your Plots & Sites Specialist began his career in 1986. In this time, he has built up an extensive range of professional connections that unlock doors to development opportunities that are not necessarily available on the open market or that are apparent to the casual observer. This experience enables Mike to identify the most likely locations where those unique one-off plots which have the potential to accommodate a unique and innovative dwelling are most likely to be found. Mike’s wide-ranging role also includes enquiring into the planning history of a site, discussing potential with planning consultants and architects, advising on values, and introducing other appropriate consultants. These will include land surveyors and geo-technical advisors assessing what is under the ground and not immediately apparent to the naked eye.