Matt has set the benchmark for real estate sales not only across the Hawke’s Bay market but nationwide. He is extremely passionate about Central Hawke’s Bay and thrives on working with clients from all parts of the globe to ensure they get the best possible outcome - whether they are buying, selling or just seeking professional advice on their property ambitions.
Through outstanding results, Matt has cemented his place as the No.1 Sales Consultant for Property Brokers nationwide, taking out this Award for the past six years. Since starting his real estate career only eight years ago, Matt has sold over $300 million Residential and Lifestyle property, continuously setting new company records, and is a highly respected member of the Property Brokers team.
The numerous awards he has received in this time have not taken away from his humble approach, which is solely focused on his client's best interests. Having come from a successful career in sales, marketing and business development, Matt is proud to be working where his family has called home for seven generations.
Matt has always had a passion for property, having been involved in ownership and investment for over 25 years. He prides himself on building long term relationships, which more often than not turn into long term friendships. Matt is very much a people person, with a professional work ethic that is targeted at reaching the best outcome for his clients while going the extra mile to ensure their expectations are exceeded.
He has an infectious enthusiasm for whatever he sets his sights on, whether it is his horses, performing on the stage for Waipawa M&D or clowning around with his two daughters Addison and Britta. Matt prides himself on supporting his community through numerous sponsorships and working hard as a senior fireman for the Otane Volunteer Fire Brigade.
Whether you are looking to buy, sell or simply want advice, with his attention to detail and the ability to think outside the square, Matt brings a fresh approach to residential and lifestyle real estate in Central Hawke’s Bay.
If you have a growing family and are looking for your next home, then look no further! A four-bedroom, two-bathroom family home with all the mod-cons to ensure life is made easy, on an amazing 973m2 section that the kids can turn into their very own adventure playground. Just a two-minute drive to town and even closer to the stunning Tukituki River trails you have all you need at home and on your doorstep. The open plan living, dining and kitchen with French doors onto the deck provides loads of room for the family to spread out and the garage has been converted into a handy second living space. An outdoor patio is perfect for summer bbqs and relaxing at the end of the working day while the kids enjoy back yard games. There are four bedrooms, all with wardrobes, the master has an ensuite and the Metro wood burner and heat transfer system will keep you all cosy warm when needed. Head to the veggie gardens to supply fresh produce for your meals. Ready and waiting for you and your family!
Busy professionals, retirement ready, low maintenance landlord - it's time to cut your property upkeep down to size! You'd better be quick to appreciate the lock and leave nature and easy-care practicalities this welcoming home has to offer by being modern in build with low maintenance iron cladding, double glazed aluminium joinery, insulated walls and ceilings with concrete slab underfloor. Well-kept and nicely presented throughout, the spacious northwest facing open plan living has a heat pump and opens out to a charming patio which is a lovely spot to relax in the sun while the 4KVA solar panels and 5KVA inverter keeps the power bills in check. There are three bedrooms, wet floor shower in the bathroom and internal access to the single garage with automatic garage door opener. Outside its just a quick zip of the included mower to maintain the compact lawns on the 415m2 neat and tidy section. You won't know what to do will all your newly found free time!
Wide rural views, fresh country air, a peaceful setting and on the doorstep of nature's playground with village amenities nearby - this 1.41 hectare (3.49 acre) modern lifestyler is perfectly positioned to enjoy the finer aspects of country living. Upon entering this beautifully constructed 2023 built home, you will immediately appreciate the thoughtfully designed open-plan living area that seamlessly connects the indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces. Large picture windows provide ample natural light and frame the stunning rural landscape and big mountain views beyond, creating an inviting atmosphere where you can unwind or entertain family and friends. The interior boasts a stylish decor where details have been carefully considered including a walk-in pantry in the kitchen and stunning tiling and luxurious fittings in the bathroom. Outside, the expansive grounds offer endless possibilities for garden development and personalisation. The ample space allows for the addition of shedding, the paddocks provide a sanctuary for pets or even a pony, giving children the opportunity to experience rural life firsthand while the surrounding landscape invites outdoor enthusiasts to explore a myriad of activities, from hiking and hunting in the nearby hills to trying your hand fly fishing in the river situated to the end of the no exit road. Located within close proximity to both Ongaonga and Tikokino villages, here you can still benefit from great primary schooling, high school bus links, and a range of basic amenities while being an easy 20 minute drive from larger town facilities in Waipawa and Waipukurau townships or Hastings a 45 minute commute.
Set in an excellent location, just off Takapau's main street and walking distance to all the village amenities, is a three-bedroom home on a quarter-acre section ready for you to make your mark and call it home. With strong bones as a base, this is a great reno project for someone keen to bring this 1920s bungalow back to life and create an amazing family home with plenty of room for the kids to run around and play endless outdoor games. The home features separate kitchen, dining and living spaces, three double bedrooms and a family bathroom with a clawfoot bath and separate toilet. Head outdoors to the expansive fully fenced section and get planning your landscape design - it is a blank canvas for you to sink your teeth into and has a single garage alongside the home and a basic utility shed. A short 15-minute commute to Waipukurau or 30 minutes to Dannevirke, Takapau is a thriving village with all the amenities you need - great primary schools, Four Square, takeaways, a tennis club and popular Golf Course to name a few.
Situated within walking distance of town, yet in a magical world of its own, this extraordinary 1.07-hectare property is sure to capture the imaginations of many. A truly idyllic oasis situated within a park like setting encompassing areas of woodlands, an array of established specimen trees, sweeping lawns, picturesque pond and flower gardens that with some tender loving care could be resurrected into the wonderland that once was. Keep the property as your own relaxing retreat for you and your family or investigate the potential the sizable two storey home has to offer for large and extended families, multigenerational living or an Airbnb venue. The property also has the benefit and potential opportunities from being located within the Waipukurau South Growth Precinct area and with Central Government funding, Council is about to commence work to build the critical infrastructure required to unlock land within the Precinct for new housing. The substantial homestead has with large living spaces including open plan kitchen, dining and family living, separate lounge, conservatory, five bedrooms, two offices, two bathrooms plus a separate two room studio with own bathroom facilities to the rear. An array of shedding includes double integral garage, single garage, woodshed, chook house plus a large games/billiards room that has the potential to become a fantastic home gym, pilates or yoga studio. For the children there's hours of fun to be had playing in the rusticated Wendy house; secure and revive the swimming pool for summertime fun; attend to pets and a pony in the small paddock or build huts in the trees. The opportunity and potential on offer here is untapped and unmatched - a must view to fully appreciate all that is on offer!For further information on the Waipukurau South Growth Precinct refer: https://www.chbdc.govt.nz/our-district/community-development/housing/waipukurau-south-growth-precinct/
Immaculate home, stunning grounds, amazing location all bundled into one - this charming family home is ready and waiting for you to fall in love. It looks as if it is from a story book - the gabled roof, dormer windows and front verandah all blending perfectly into the beautiful gardens. On a fully fenced, 702m2 section this four-bedroom two-storey home is just a short walk to town and the local high school and has a great configuration inside and out, enabling your family to have room to grow (or spread out). Step from the front verandah into the open plan living and dining space through the kitchen and into the backyard where you can spend your evenings relaxing on the spacious deck, again surrounded by beautiful private gardens. With two living spaces, one downstairs and one upstairs, four bedrooms (two downstairs and two upstairs), including a master with ensuite, this home has all you need to live in comfort and enjoy your best life. Spend your time outdoors or be cosy warm inside with all the heating options you need including a free-standing wood burner, heat pump, HRV and ducted heating system. To round it off there is a large single garage with a great workshop space, wood and garden shedding, a raised veggie bed and loads of off-street parking. This is a special family home ready to create loads more amazing memories.
Famous in Porangahau for serving up ice-creams, takeaways and everyday grocery essentials to locals, holiday makers and beach visitors since ages ago - the land and building that house the iconic Porangahau Dairy is up for sale! Potential owner operators listen up! The dairy and takeaways business is also up for sale separately too - get in touch to find out more! Being the only dairy in the vicinity to cover a vast rural geographical area, along with a well populated village and several nearby beach settlements, the shop is perfectly positioned in the heart of the village to serve a steady stream of customers year-round. The shop encompasses 170m2 on a 580m2 freehold title, is very well presented having recently being refurbished with large commercial kitchen, staffroom and bathroom facilities. Get in touch to find out more! (Plus GST if any)
For those of you not so familiar with the Otane, it is a thriving village where you have everything within walking distance. 20 Knorp Street is perfectly located on the southern edge of the village, 500m from the local school and popular Arts & Crafts Centre, 600m from the general store and hotel and only 800m from the playground and Otane Sports Club. And if you work in the larger centres, it is a short commute to Waipawa and Waipukurau, only 30 minutes to Hastings and Havelock North, and even closer to the river or beautiful East Coast beaches. This four-bedroom, two-bathroom family home sits on a sizeable 987m2 fully fenced section, perfect for the kids to run around, scooter up the concrete driveway or hang out in the backyard while you sit back and watch them from the fantastic deck at the rear of the home. Step through French doors from the deck to the open plan kitchen, living and dining space. With two huge bedrooms and a smaller bedroom for the kids or guests you may even consider transforming one to a second living or the smaller one to an office space. The master bedroom has an ensuite with two built-in wardrobes, plus an extra space which could be turned into a walk-in wardrobe, office space or even a nursery. Cosy warm throughout with multiple heat pumps, this is a home full of character ready and waiting for its new family. The property also features an electric gate and a large double garage with plenty of space behind to create a veggie patch. There is plenty of scope to transform the property with your own personal touch on landscaping or just nestle straight into village life.
Welcome to a landscaping masterpiece! On the edge of the Ongaonga village, Taylor Road is home to some stunning lifestyle properties, and this is a property with serious wow factor. It is a garden lover's dream property, where all the hard work has been done by my vendors, and you can sit back with a cuppa in hand and watch it all take shape and mature. Right from the entrance you are guaranteed to smile - the post and rail fencing, the amazing sculptures nestled in the parklike gardens, the beautiful home and the super wow four-bay shed at the rear of the 1-hectare property. The entire property is immaculate and well thought out, there is even power and water for additional dwellings or any temporary accommodation you may wish to add. The three-bedroom home is light, spacious and has great flow to make the most of the garden views and has the best outdoor living spaces with a large, covered deck (complete with rollaway blinds), an epic BBQ area and the best spot for the sunken spa pool beside the master suite. Jam packed full of luxury additions the home oozes style - the master suite features a large bedroom with doors to the outdoor spaces, a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. At the other end of the home, you will find two more double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and a bathroom. The centerpiece of the home is the lovely open plan kitchen, living and dining space, complete with walk-through scullery and two large slider doors to the covered deck, facing north to capture all day sun. We cannot forget that eye-watering dream shed - four bays, three roller doors, a huge workshop space and the most epic Man Cave with bar! Yes, you heard right - this property ticks the boxes for the ladies and the gents and is a must-see property - a fantastic home, an epic shed, loads of space and on the edge of a great village - you will not regret it!
When the size and quality of the shedding comes very close to the size and quality of the house - you know this is a property that will keep both sides of the relationship happy! Nested atop an elevated 7,900m2 (1.95 acre) section, in what is widely renowned as one of Central Hawke' Bay's premium lifestyle locations, this charming property fits the lifestyle model to a tee. Not so big that your precious shed time is otherwise spent maintaining grounds and a lot of stock, and not too small to enjoy a real sense of space around you. A stand of trees provides shelter from the rear while the elevated positioning offers sensational unimpeded views over a neighbouring lake and the picturesque rolling countryside to the north - best enjoyed with a cool beverage in one hand, BBQ tongs in the other on the wrap around style decking to the front of this charming home. Inside is beautifully appointed with open plan kitchen, dining and living heated by a modern Masport wood fire and heat pump with heat transfer distributing excess heat to the three bedrooms. A separate toilet sits adjacent to the family bathroom and separate laundry. Not to be unrivalled, the impressive six bay (21 x 6) shed is also well appointed with carport bay to the end. Located on the doorstep of both Waipawa and Otane townships with schools, high school bus links, cafes and shops a 7-8 minute drive and Hastings a 40 minute commute.