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Our Company
Our Business
Charlesdel is an independent UK-based real estate agency specialising in luxury international resort properties. We establish long-term partnerships with market-leading local property experts and leverage leading-edge technology to deliver unbiased, tailor-made real estate solutions. Committed to excellence, we provide deep market insights, personalised service, and a seamless investment experience.
We recognise that luxury real estate and sustainability go hand in hand. There is a growing trend in the luxury sector for eco-friendly developments, which we fully support, integrating energy efficiency, sustainable materials, and innovative green technologies. Beyond real estate, we also advocate for responsible investment in emerging industries, including energy-efficient cryptocurrency mining solutions that prioritise renewable energy.
As a truly independent agency, not linked to any developer or vendor, we always offer impartial advice to our clients. We are fully committed to providing the highest levels of personal service, offering detailed guidance to make overseas property investment as seamless and efficient as possible.
Mission Statement
At Charlesdel, we believe real estate is more than just property, it is about legacy, sustainability, and responsible development. Our mission is to set a new standard in luxury real estate by aligning world-class investment opportunities with forward-thinking environmental and ethical principles.
We fully support the evolution of sustainable luxury, backing developments that incorporate energy efficiency, green building practices, and innovative technology. Beyond real estate, we are committed to responsible investment in emerging industries, including energy-efficient cryptocurrency mining companies that prioritise renewable energy solutions. Our long-term vision includes backing conservation efforts, supporting green innovation, and ensuring that progress and responsibility go hand in hand.
The most valuable real estate of all is the planet itself, and we believe in protecting it for future generations.
Meet Our Team
David Charles Delhanty - Founder
(BSc honours economics)
David was borne in North London and has been managing companies marketing overseas resort property for over 20 years. His wide-ranging hands-on experience includes personally overseeing numerous complex property transactions across multiple time zones, provision of strategic investment advice to buyers and sellers and all aspects of digital marketing. With a particular focus on the Thai and Spanish resort markets, his experience dates back to 2004 when he established an estate agency in Koh Samui, Thailand. Prior to this, he worked as an IT consultant in London, specialising in the investment banking sector. Companies he worked at include Goldman Sachs, Morgan Grenfell Asset Management, DKB International, and Natwest Markets. David is committed to establishing long-term business relationships with investors based on quality of service, transparency and trust.
Thomas Toma - Partner & Technology Director
Thomas is a seasoned full-stack web developer, with over nine years of diverse experience in this field. Throughout his career, he has successfully delivered hundreds of websites, showcasing his ability to navigate through a wide range of frameworks and programming languages with ease. His technical skill set includes HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, JavaScript, jQuery/Ajax, PHP, MySQL, and WordPress, highlighting his versatility and adaptability across projects. Thomas has also been the lead developer for advanced systems that incorporate blockchain and artificial intelligence, technologies at the cutting edge of the industry. His deep expertise not only embodies our commitment to utilising the latest technology but also enhances our mission to set new standards in luxury international real estate brokerage.
Anisleidy Contreras - Social Media Campaign Manager
We are delighted to introduce Anisleidy Contereras as the latest addition to our team at Charlesdel. Anisleidy steps into her role managing our social media presence and marketing campaigns, leveraging platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok to further our reach. Bringing with her five years of experience from running her own online nutrition business, she has a keen sense for engaging digital content and a solid understanding of the digital marketing landscape, complimented by boundless energy, and excellent interpersonal skills. Her practical approach to social media and marketing aligns with our commitment creating content that engages and inspires our audience
Steve Earl - Graphic Design
Steve brings with him 30 years of working within the creative industry across a range of senior roles associated with product visualisation, advertising and brand development. Originally hailing from the UK, Steve spent many years managing creative agencies, both there and overseas. An ‘out of the box’ thinker with an ability to interpret and implement briefs across a broad spectrum of creative skills has placed him in high regard with international media agencies and commercial enterprises alike.
Iain Tiltman – Co-Agent, Phuket
Specialising in the luxury real estate sector of Phuket since 2006, Iain Tiltman is managing partner of Phuket Property Network, a high-end real estate agency focused on Phuket, Thailand. With a wealth of experience in the local market, he has established himself as a go-to professional for buyers and sellers seeking expert guidance. Iain’s personalized approach and deep understanding of Phuket’s luxury property landscape enables him to offer a truly bespoke service and match clients, seamlessly matching clients to their dream properties. His commitment to integrity, transparency, and exceptional customer service has earned him a loyal clientele and a stellar reputation in the industry. With an extensive network of contacts and a passion for real estate, Iain Tiltman continues to be a driving force in Phuket’s thriving property market.
Imperial Properties – Co-Agent, Mallorca
Imperial Properties is a family-owned business established in Mallorca in 1985. They have a particularly strong presence in the south-west of the island, with offices in Santa Ponsa and Portals Nous, covering areas such Andratx, Calvia and Palma, but using their excellent local connections they are able to source properties throughout the whole of the island.
Their multilingual team is fluent in Spanish, Catalan, German, Swedish, Russian and provides every customer with the same level of close attention, regardless of their budget. Committed to a customer-focused approach, they build long-term client relationships, often continuing years after the point of completion. As stated by their owner, Paul Edwards, “We just don’t lie. That’s our motto, we are always honest and clear with our clients.”
With nearly 40 years of experience in the local property market, and a deep understanding of real estate in Mallorca, Imperial Properties is fully licensed under the “Registro de Agentes Inmobiliarios de las Islas Baleares” (License: GOIBE724294/2024).
Jason White – Co-Agent, Bangkok
Jason White, Founder of Supreme Real Estate Co., Ltd in Bangkok, has 15 years of experience in international luxury property. Supreme Real Estate, renowned for its upscale offerings, specialises in marketing and selling top-tier residences, resorts, and land parcels in Thailand. Its commitment to first-class service and innovative marketing makes it a preferred choice for affluent buyers, sellers, developers, and investors worldwide. With a portfolio featuring Thailand’s most luxurious properties, SRE stands as a full-service brokerage leader in the luxury real estate sector.
Heike Fischer – Co-Agent, Ibiza
Heike Fischer, founder of THE AGENCY, is an expert in luxury Ibiza real estate. After ten years in Amsterdam, she’s called Ibiza home since 2001, giving her unique insights into the local property market. Her proficiency extends beyond real estate, liaising with architects, lawyers, and town halls to ensure her clients’ needs are met professionally and accurately. At THE AGENCY, clients don’t only acquire keys to their new homes, but they also gain access to an authentic Ibiza lifestyle, facilitated by Heike’s deep understanding of the island’s offerings.
Andrew Frank - Copywriter
After more than a quarter-century of experience in international markets, Andrew began lending his analytical skills, attention to detail, and passion for language to the real estate industry. A meticulous professional, he is steadfast in his belief that the bare minimum we should expect from anything written online and for public consumption is that it be grammatically correct.
Why Charlesdel?
Experience & Expertise
Charlesdel was founded by David Delhanty who has over 20 years’ experience marketing international real estate. His wide-ranging hands-on experience includes personally overseeing numerous complex property transactions across multiple time zones, provision of strategic investment advice to buyers and sellers and all aspects of digital marketing. David is committed to establishing long-term business relationships with investors based on quality of service, transparency and trust.
At Charlesdel, forming close long-term partnerships with the very best local agents is critical to our success so we only work with well-established and proven professionals, of the highest integrity, who thoroughly understand their local real estate market.
Diverse Carefully Selected Portfolio
All the properties we offer have been carefully chosen based on build quality, investment potential, developer reputation, acceptable levels of risk plus lifestyle appeal and aesthetics. We feature a wide range of stunning homes, from garden villas and beachfront residences to city dwellings, with styles spanning contemporary to traditional architecture.
High Quality Personalised Service
We realise the importance of fully understanding your requirements and connect you with our friendly multilingual property experts
Fully independent
We are 100% independent and not linked with any developer or vendor, allowing us to provide you with the best unbiased investment advice.
Beyond Man Made Real Estate – Commitment to Sustainability and Ecology
At Charlesdel, we recognise that true investment extends beyond human-made property. As we establish ourselves, we are committed to directing a significant portion of our profits and resources into sustainable initiatives that create long-term positive impact.
Our approach goes beyond financial contributions, we actively support and advocate for forward-thinking solutions in environmental conservation, sustainable property development, and responsible technological innovation. This includes championing projects that promote ecological preservation, green building standards, and energy-efficient technologies. We also back the growth of energy-efficient cryptocurrency mining companies that prioritise renewable energy solutions, ensuring that progress in digital finance aligns with global sustainability goals.
For us, marketing luxury real estate is not intrinsically linked to sustainability and ecology, but it looks more human when it is. By aligning high-value investment with ethical and environmental consciousness, we strive to make a meaningful contribution to the most valuable real estate of all – our planet.
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