About Craig A. Bretzlaff

Craig Bretzlaff has been consistently recognized as a top-producing agent over the past several years. Most recently, he led The Bretzlaff Group as recipients of the prestigious Pinnacle Award, Douglas Elliman’s highest award for sales achievement nationally. He is recognized by Real Trends as a Top Producer and was awarded for being in the top half of the top 1% of agents nationwide with NRT. Before joining Compass, Craig achieved the status of National Gold Council Member with the Corcoran Group, Palm Beach. The Bretzlaff Group was the #1 Team for Douglas Elliman, Jupiter, since the office opened in 2019.  Craig and The Bretzlaff Group are a welcome addition to Compass, South Florida, having joined the brokerage in September 2024.

Craig excels in working with ultra-high-net-worth clients and possesses vast experience in handling complex, confidential transactions. Utilizing a multi-faceted approach, he adeptly represents buyers, sellers, and investors locally and globally, guiding them seamlessly through the high-end real estate process. Craig’s savvy negotiating skills and innovative marketing concepts are further enhanced by his comprehensive knowledge of custom home design, new home construction, and renovations. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, unparalleled service, and patience, Craig has the expertise and confidence to bring even the most challenging deals to a successful close.

An accomplished former PGA Golf Professional, Craig has played and competed on many of Florida’s finest golf courses and has first-hand knowledge of every notable golf community in Palm Beach County and across South Florida. Combining his passion for golf with his extensive knowledge of luxury real estate, Craig specializes in the finest Golf and Country Club and Waterfront communities throughout Palm Beach and Martin County. These include prestigious communities such as Admiral’s Cove, Old Palm Golf Club, Old Marsh Golf Club, Lost Tree Village, Frenchman’s Creek, The Country Club at Mirasol, and Seminole Landing, to name a few. Craig’s dedication to the golf industry has been recognized in Florida, New York, New Jersey, South Carolina, Michigan, and Ohio.

Craig is a Past President of the Old Guard Society of Palm Beach and an active member of Old Marsh Golf Club in Palm Beach Gardens, where he has been the Club Champion multiple times. He is also a member of Jupiter Country Club, a Honda Classic (Cognizant) Ambassador, a member of the Palm Beach Yacht Club, and a member of The Four Arts Society Contemporaries in Palm Beach.

Craig resides in Jupiter, Florida, with his wife and business partner, Heather Bretzlaff, and their two playful Goldendoodles Buddy and Bella.