Who we are

As a long-established, fully licensed real estate brokerage company with a solid reputation, Ocean Country occupies a privileged position in the Western Algarve real estate market. With a team of Anglo-Portuguese origin and several offices in strategic locations, we combine a comprehensive market perspective with a deep knowledge of the regions where we operate.

Experience and local knowledge

Experience makes the difference. With a market presence dating back to the 1960s, we have accumulated an in-depth knowledge of the Portuguese real estate sector, in particular the Western Algarve.

Our activity is especially concentrated in the areas of Lagos and Praia da Luz, Vale da Telha and Aljezur, and we also have a presence in Porto, in the North of Portugal. This deployment allows us to closely monitor each market and offer our customers a service based on local knowledge, experience and proximity.

In the sale of real estate, we have developed a comprehensive promotion strategy, combining advertising on recognized real estate portals, including Rightmove and Zoopla, with local advertising, participation in events and fairs in the sector and a wide network of professional contacts. The goal is to provide each property with the maximum possible exposure and reach buyers both in Portugal and abroad.

For those looking to buy, Ocean Country offers the support of a fully licensed and insured real estate agency, prepared to present a selection of properties suitable for the needs, preferences and objectives of each client.

Our service is professional, close and personalized. In addition to a diversified portfolio of properties, we seek to make the entire buying or selling process as simple and smooth as possible, accompanying our clients at every step — something particularly important for those who are buying a property in Portugal from abroad.

Our services

In addition to the experience in buying and selling real estate, we provide a set of complementary services designed to facilitate the entire real estate process.

Our team can support clients in property search and marketing, investment advice, construction and planning, decoration and interior design, as well as guidance related to bank financing.

This integrated approach allows us to accompany each client from the initial search or preparation of the property for sale to the conclusion of the deal and the needs that may arise later.

Our team

Chris Garveigh — Owner and Managing Director
With nearly three decades of experience in the Western Algarve real estate market, Chris closely follows the activity of Ocean Country's various offices. He is usually based in the Lagos office and provides the company with a deep knowledge of the market and the evolution of the real estate sector in the region.

Jacqui Holt — Praia da Luz
With about 30 years of experience in the real estate market of Lagos and Praia da Luz, Jacqui leads Luz's office. Their knowledge of the region, the properties and the evolution of the market over the last decades is an important asset for buyers and sellers.

Paulo Mendes
Paulo has an in-depth knowledge of the local real estate market and extensive experience in advising national and international clients. Born in Lisbon and deeply familiar with the Algarve, he speaks fluent Portuguese, English and French, providing close support to clients of different nationalities.

Matt D'Arcy — Vale da Telha and Aljezur
Responsible for the Vale da Telha and Aljezur region, Matt has lived in Vale da Telha for over a decade. After having lived in Lisbon and worked with some of the leading real estate development companies in Portugal, he has accumulated a solid experience in selling Portuguese properties. Its in-depth knowledge of Vale da Telha, Aljezur and the surrounding areas allows it to offer a specialized and truly local service.