Rod and Margret Vernon moved to the Algarve in the early 1980’s after spending many previous years on holiday there. They decided to relocate like so many others looking to live the dream in the Algarve and give them selves and their Children a better quality of life.

They founded the first real estate Vernon´s office in Monte Carvoeiro in the early 80’s with satellite offices following in Lagos, the centre of Carvoeiro (now our main office), Portimão, Alvor and Rocha Brava complex.

At the moment Rod and Margaret are retired, but are still available to share their experiences, advise and support for anybody looking to buy that dream property in the Algarve.

Portuguese nationality, born in Portimão, Algarve.

Graduated in Tourism at the Tourism School of the Algarve (EHTA) in 1993.

Claudia immediately started her professional career in the hotel industry, where she learned to work in an efficient and competent professional manner with clients of all nationalities which helped her to learn several languages ​​between English, German, French, Spanish and a little Italian.

After an internship in Germany, where she perfected the German language and got to know the culture, she joined the Vernon team in 1999, where she now holds the position of manager.

Since then, gaining a lot of experience in the real estate market in the Algarve, having done several trainings and intensive courses in all areas related to Real Estate such as: Sales techniques, Marketing, Property valuations, taxation, and legislation, among others to better improve her knowledge.

Now with 22 years of experience in the Algarve real estate market, Cláudia has built a strong reputation and can offer her professional advice to both sellers and buyers, and be sure, she will do what she knows better, which is helping you sell, or buy your dream home.

Amanda joined Vernon in May 2021 full of enthusiasm, in the last few years she has devoted herself to learn as much information as she could and has proved to be a quick learner, with good administration and communication skills, with substantial experience in dealing with customers at all levels. She is ready to assist owners and buyers in this real estate market and give them any professional advice.

Originally from Edinburgh, Scotland (and yes, she can speak both English and Scottish!) and understands Portuguese

Emily joined Vernon team in April 2023. She is the first person that will meet & greet you at the office with a smile.

She has proven to be a fast learner with strong communication and administrative skills.

Brittish nationality but born in Faro. Fluent in English and Portuguese.