The Bernese Oberland luxury properties market blends alpine grandeur with discreet sophistication. Renowned enclaves—Gstaad, Interlaken, Mürren, Wengen, Adelboden, and Grindelwald—attract discerning buyers seeking refined mountain retreats or investment potential. Panoramic vistas, architectural precision, and easy access to Swiss cultural riches create enduring appeal. Residents enjoy year-round pursuits: pristine ski slopes, tranquil lakes, gourmet traditions, and celebrated wellness destinations, all framed by the legendary Eiger and Jungfrau peaks. Each subregion offers its distinctive rhythm and exclusivity, positioned for both lifestyle enhancement and long-term value.
Bernese Oberland’s market is underpinned by political stability, rigorous planning controls, and enduring global prestige. Gstaad is synonymous with discreet glamour, hosting world-class events and exclusive chalets. Interlaken thrives as a cosmopolitan nexus connecting city energy with alpine serenity. Grindelwald, Mürren, and Wengen offer quintessential Swiss charm and outdoor adventure, appealing to both multi-generational families and international investors. The region’s meticulous stewardship of natural beauty ensures exceptional quality of life, while direct transport links from Zürich and Geneva enhance access for global UHNWI flows.
Chantal Cunningham brings more than a decade of seasoned leadership to Baerz & Co’s international advisory division. Born and raised in the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, she later earned her Master’s degree in Marketing & Communication Sciences at the University of Oxford, an academic foundation that shaped her strategic instincts and refined understanding of client psychology.
Her early career took her across Europe, working in Italy, France, and Portugal for two renowned real estate groups. Those years immersed her in diverse cultures, negotiation styles, and luxury buyer expectations. When Chantal joined Baerz & Co eleven years ago, it quickly became clear: she was the missing piece. Today she leads a large and fast-growing team of Property Advisors across Europe and beyond, anchoring the organisation with her clarity, structure, and calm authority.
Chantal is known for an exceptional ability to truly listen, absorbing complex buyer needs and translating them into clear, actionable pathways for her team. She channels the vast flow of incoming requests with precision, ensuring that every prospective buyer is met with the level of personal attention that defines our boutique approach. Her leadership blends gentle guidance with sharp oversight: she delegates smartly, empowers her advisors, and still manages to keep every detail within view. Fluent in five languages, Chantal is a natural connector and motivator. She has an intuitive feel for the expectations of our high-net-worth clientele—people who value discretion, efficiency, and expertise at the highest level. Within Baerz, she is the steady centre of the web: indispensable, inspiring, and committed to elevating advisory excellence.
Outside of work, Chantal lives in London with her husband and their two daughters. When she’s not travelling across Europe for Baerz, she can be found sailing on the Solent, enjoying long woodland walks, skiing in the Alps, or diving into her ongoing studies in psychology. Her family always comes first, but she embraces life with the same curiosity and poise that define her professional leadership.
“Luxury real estate is never just about property; it’s about understanding people at their most aspirational moments. My role at Baerz is to ensure that our advisors bring clarity, empathy, and craftsmanship to every conversation, so clients feel not just guided, but genuinely understood.”