We had met Gary to query sales in the Apollo Bay area to discuss initial thoughts we had on selling our existing property and buying a more suitable one in the same area. We had looked at numerous properties in the area over an 18 month period. Gary and his team were always welcoming and patient with us as we attended inspections, knowing the right property would become available. Once the right property did become available, we inspected numerous times before deciding to make an offer. Gary kept us across negotiations with the vendor and a price was agreed. He assisted with many things along the way as part of the sales process, often going beyond his role of an agent, and engaged with the vendor on any queries we had. It was great dealing with Gary and the team.

We had been considering upgrading from our existing property and buying in the same area but we had concerns about buying before selling. We had noted many properties in the area, listed with other agents, were on the market for lengthy periods of time however properties listed by Great Ocean Road Properties seemed to be selling quite quickly. We had initially approached Gary and the Great Ocean Properties team to obtain some information about the current state of the market and why they seemed to be getting strong sale results, compared to other agents. Gary provided feedback on the state of the market in Apollo Bay and where our property was positioned against others in the area, and provided us with realistic price expectations. He explained there was a scarcity in our price range and confidently assured us our property would sell. This allowed us to proceed with inspecting prospective properties with some confidence that our property would sell should the right property became available. Once we were ready to sell, our property was quickly listed, photos arranged and posted on the various real estate websites within days and initial enquiries commenced shortly thereafter. GOP is a small office, which meant we felt everyone in their team was involved in the sale and assisted throughout the whole process. Gary and the team made themselves available for all inspections, and worked over the weekends when prospective buyers were in town to maximise exposure to potential purchasers. He kept us informed of upcoming inspections and provided prompt feedback. Negotiations with the purchaser were seamless and the quick sale result speaks for itself. We would highly recommend. Thanks Gary

Gary & Patrick were great to deal with, they had shown us various homes in the past and we were comfortable in all our dealings with them. Communication and follow up leading to settlement was excellent too.

Gary and his team did a great job in getting a good result in a short space of time, nothing was too much trouble and they were willing to help out even after the sale. I would highly recommend Gary for anyone wishing to sell.

Gary is a very effective agent. He communicated well with all parties and kept as informed at all stages of the journey. He has an open, friendly manner and is patient in responding to our questions. His guidance was most helpful. We were pleased with the outcome.

Gary and the team were great they were very helpfull from start to settlement nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend!

Gary and His team exceeded all my expectations in selling a number of properties for me recently. I would have no hesitation in recommending them. Personable, efficient, honest, I couldn`t be happier.

It was a pleasure to work with Gary. I found him to be friendly, reliable, honest and thoughtful. He made the purchase process very easy and calm. I am thrilled with the purchase and he has been very willing to assist with any questions that I had had post settlement. I would highly recommend Gary and Great Ocean Properties to anyone else!

Gary and His team have sold a number of properties for me over the last 12 Months. I couldn`t recommend them more highly. Honest, Efficient, Pro Active and always working for the best outcome for the Vendor and the Purchaser. I would not hesitate to use them again.

My experience with Great Ocean Properties was a very enjoyable one. I dealt with Gary Van Someren initially and then, during the sale negotiations, with Cate Thomas. Both Cate and Gary were extremely responsive and pro-active in their engagement which was terrific. I would highly recommend GOP to any potential seller.

Gary was very professional in all aspects of the sale of our property. and we were very pleased with the speed and efficiency in which our sale was finalised. Would recommend him to anyone wanting to buy or sell a property.

Although in a good location ,and the house had some negative aspects and required hard work to arrive at a satisfactory conclusion. Gary and Cate attended to the sale with enthusiasm and good local Knowledge and we would seek their assistance again with confidence. C&J Milne.