About OB
We’re not just another real estate agency.
We’re driving a whole new approach to luxury property worldwide.
Whether home or abroad, we believe that today’s property market isn’t merely transactional. It’s about working together to design the lifestyle that’s meaningful to you.
Simple. Inspiring. And always on your side.
We give you insider access to the world’s hottest luxury homes and villas, so you can lead the life you’ve always wanted.
Meet the Team
Louis Gergaud
Sales Advisor
Very personable and highly motivated, Louis brings his expertise to Oliver Bernard Private as a Sales Advisor. With a deep passion for people, culture and adventure, he has honed his skills at some of the world’s premier luxury tour operators curating extraordinary experiences for UHNW individuals, celebrities, aristocrats, and government officials. He looks forward to…
Ross Harvey
ARLA
Lettings Director
Ross joins OB Private with an impressive 18 years of experience in residential lettings. Most recently, he served as a partner at the global property firm Knight Frank, where he led their Ascot and Virginia Water offices, overseeing prime areas in Berkshire and Surrey, including the prestigious Wentworth Estate.
George Vernon
ARLA MRICS
Director
Having spent the last 10 years waving to them, George knows every doorman, barista, window cleaner and banker in Mayfair. So, no wonder that his extensive contact list relies on him as one of the most knowledgeable lettings agents in Mayfair. We call him our in-house chameleon because he gets on with everyone, and when it comes to new opportunities, he comes with eyes in the back of his head.
Charlie Gibson
ARLA MRICS
Managing Director
Depend upon Charlie to be trustworthy, accurate – and unashamedly straight-talking. With over a decades’ worth of experience in the industry, he has the knowledge and confidence to make tough decisions when needed. He has experience selling property up to £30M with a black book of transactions totalling more than £300M.
Harvey Cyzer
Director
Harvey has over 25 years of professional experience within the luxury real estate industry and 12 years as a Proprietary Partner at Knight Frank, the world’s largest private property firm. During his time at Knight Frank whist taking responsibility for the Mayfair office he oversaw the prime central London offices including Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Chelsea, Kensington and Victoria.
Ari Reid
Head of Acquisitions
Ari Reid is a formidable force in the real estate industry, holding the prestigious position of Head of Acquisitions for Oliver Bernard. With a keen eye for hidden gems and a knack for negotiating deals, Ari has earned a reputation as the go-to expert for off-market properties. Her extensive network and insider knowledge grant her access to exclusive listings not found in the public domain, giving her clients a distinct advantage in the competitive real estate market.
Kim Oldham
ARLA
Lettings Director
Head of Lettings for the new Notting Hill office, Kimberly began her career in the property industry in 2013 and over the last decade has honed her expertise in the highly competitive lettings market. Though a Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea veteran, for the past five years, Kimberley has dedicated herself to Notting Hill, cultivating an unparalleled knowledge of the area and fostering an exceptional reputation among local Landlords.
Christian Marks
Lettings Advisor
Christian is a dependable and enthusiastic team member who graduated in Real Estate from Oxford Brookes and also has a Masters in International Planning and Sustainable Development. He knows Mayfair well and how it has evolved over recent years into a dynamic place whilst retaining its “village “appeal, and is well placed to assist in finding a property to meet your needs.
William Bishop
Senior Advisor
Will is extremely enthusiastic and has a real passion for all things property and people. Living just a few stops away in St Johns Wood, Will is often in Mayfair enjoying The Audley for a weekday drink and Marylebone High Street for a weekend stroll. Both Will’s parents have a successful 75 years in the…
Michelle Devits
Digital Marketing Consultant
From TikTok to start-ups, Michelle is the master of all things photography, videography and influencer development. Appearing at the likes of Cannes Film Festival and London Fashion Week, Michelle is the Founder of THIRTYSIX. As a consultant, she is responsible for OB’s digital marketing and content production, adding her unique vision to create meaningful stories…
Timeline
George and Charlie qualify as Chartered Surveyors.
Charlie and Ralph found OB Private out of a mutual desire to connect luxury London homeowners with the most exclusive villas worldwide.
Charlie makes his first rental deal and breaks a new record for the most expensive rental in W8.
Charlie exchanges on our first of many sales at £1.25M.
George leaves JLL Mayfair and joins OB as a Director and equity partner.
Charlie exchanges on our biggest deal yet, a freehold house in South Kensington.
Olivia is headhunted from a competitor and joins as a Villa Specialist for OB Private.
OB Private wins the Best British Letting Agent 2021 in the British Property Awards.
Olivia adds 50 new Greek properties.
We expand into the rest of Europe as our first Italian villa joins the Escapes portfolio.
OB Private opens up recruitment for a new Senior Negotiator and hires Sofie Kofod from Pastor Real Estate Mayfair to keep pace with growth.
OB Private rebrands and launches an online booking system to meet growing demand.
Michelle Devits joins us from TikTok as a Social Media and Content Creator to enhance our digital capability with over a decade of experience in the industry.
Charlie and George exchange on a £37.5M worth of property in the first four months of the financial year.
OB Private wins the Best British Letting Agent 2022 in the British Property Awards, the second year in a row!
Rosa Halliday joins us from Savills as a Senior Advisor to build on our growing Mayfair Sales team.
Harvey Cyzer joins to lead the Mayfair Sales team with 25 years experience as a proprietary partner at Knight Frank.
Rob Gittins  joins from Knight Frank as the Mayfair Lettings Manager to maintain market share in Mayfair whilst we open a new office in Notting Hill.
Will Bishop & Christian Marks join as Advisors in the Sales and Lettings team respectively. These two hire’s help us maintain our sale and letting deliverability as we continue to dominate the Mayfair market share.
Charlie Gibson leads by example, selling an off market apartment overlooking Green Park for £21,000,000 – That’s £5250 per sq ft, a new Mayfair record.
Kim Oldham joins as Head of Lettings Notting Hill, leading the team in our exciting new venture, office opening 2024.
We like to do things differently. So, rather than rely on chance, over-exposed property portals and mainstream travel sites, we give you tailored advice and exclusive access to outstanding properties in London and abroad. In OB Private, you will benefit from the total discretion of being featured in our password-protected members’ area when your house is for sale or rent totally off-market.
Over the last 10 years in Mayfair, 42% of the deals we did were off-market. We’re in a unique position to meet a growing demand for a platform that protects people’s privacy, along with their homes. OB Private allows you to control that.
Recent transactions
WHY OLIVER BERNARD?
Regulated by RICS
96% of our business is
from repeat clients
Only Mayfair agency with both
directors accredited by the RICS
Exclusive hand picked luxury villas
Excellent local knowledge – we make an ordinary holiday, extraordinary!
Every villa tried and tested by OB
Each London director has worked in
Mayfair for over 8 years
Guaranteed to deal with just one person
from instruction to sale
Small network of long-standing clients
means a greater attention to your property
Cross database of UHNW individuals
between London & Greek office
Password encrypted website for
off market properties
HQ in Mayfair & Corfu
5* Google Rating
Complimentary private concierge service
Price match guarantee
