Bayleys Sumner (Whalan and Partners Ltd)

987 Ferry Road, Ferrymead, Christchurch
  •   4.9   (26 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how Bayleys Sumner (Whalan and Partners Ltd) has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

27
Reviews
8
Properties for sale
33
Sold properties
$625k
Average sale price
$20.6m
Total sales value

*Includes all properties sold (last 12 months) where the agent was a part of the transaction and published on ratemyagent.co.nz. It may not be complete and can exclude off-market, private sales and undisclosed pricing and sold dates. Contact agent for full sales history.

Meet the team

Get to know the 6 agents at Bayleys Sumner (Whalan and Partners Ltd).

Adam Whitelock
Adam Whitelock

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  4.9   (14 reviews)
About Adam
With a background in elite sport and a track record of success in real estate, Adam Whitelock brings discipline, focus, and a high-performance mindset to every property transaction. A former professional rugby player for Canterbury, the Crusaders, and the New Zealand Sevens, Adam knows how to perform under pressure — a skill that now sets him apart in the real estate world. He made an immediate impact, winning the REINZ Rising Star Award in his first year and quickly building a strong reputation. Now specialising in Christchurch residential property, Adam is known for his strategic approach, tireless work ethic, and honest communication. His clients value his market insight, strong negotiation skills, and commitment to achieving results. I’m proud to have been recognised as the top-performing agent in the Bayleys Sumner office for the 2024/25 year. While Sumner and the surrounding coastal suburbs are my home base, I sell property right across Christchurch and Canterbury – so if you’re thinking of making a move, wherever you are, I’d love to help. Backed by a powerful local network and genuine passion for helping others, Adam delivers a smooth and successful experience every time. Trusted. Driven. Proven. That’s Adam Whitelock.
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Sara Ashcroft
Sara Ashcroft

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  4.9   (7 reviews)
About Sara
When you meet Sara, she inspires you with her energy, passion, and professionalism. Her approach to real estate is simple - she finds out what you want, what your needs and expectations are and then sets about delivering them. Sara has an intimate knowledge of the Christchurch market, a passion for the business and a deep understanding of the real estate industry. This combined with sheer hard work have given her an exceptional reputation for achieving positive and consistent results for her clients. Sara began her real estate career in 1995, having previously run her own successful garden design business and prior to that working as a registered nurse. She soon became well known as a highly respected sales consultant selling throughout the city, with the majority of her business being in Fendalton, Merivale and Scarborough. Sara has sold well over $300 million worth of property and has been recognised both locally and nationally for her achievements, in particular her marketing and auction expertise. She has a deep seated sense of loyalty and duty of care for her clients. She believes that a successful campaign requires sound targeted advice and that the process should not be hurried unnecessarily. Her appreciation of current market trends, innovative and effective marketing, absolute attention to detail along with her energy and knowledge certainly give her clients an advantage. Sara derives huge satisfaction from working with her clients and consequently receives many referrals and recommendations from them.
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Marilyn Still
Marilyn Still

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (5 reviews)
About Marilyn
Since the beginning of her real estate career in 1997 Marilyn has consistently achieved an impressive record of sales successes. Her continual No. 1 salesperson status is due to her total commitment to delivering the very best results. Whether working on a two hundred thousand dollar property or a two million dollar property Marilyn gives each her full attention from the beginning of the marketing, through the negotiation process to the after sales service making her vendors and purchasers clients for life. As well as working citywide Marilyn is well regarded in the Sumner area. Living locally, she is a specialist with excellent local knowledge. No one will market your home with more enthusiasm and commitment than Marilyn. It is essential that buyers and sellers of real estate are able to rely on the judgement and advice of a proven specialist, utilizing comprehensive up-to-date information and resources Marilyn will welcome any enquiries.
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Rosie Petronelli
Rosie Petronelli

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (4 reviews)
About Rosie
Rosie has a long association with the Real Estate industry, watching, listening and learning from her mother, top-selling agent Marilyn Still. This has led Rosie to follow her example and she has now joined Marilyn as a member of her sales and marketing team. Having grown up in Sumner, she knows the local area well. Previously a travel agent, Rosie has experience understanding clients' individual needs and working as hard, and smart, as she can to produce the outcomes they are looking for. Rosie values upfront, clear communication and is able to connect with people from all walks of life. She will go the extra mile to make sure you get the best results possible. Rosie has a wide network of connections in many different community groups including volunteer work at both committee and coaching levels. Over the years Rosie has had many sporting achievements including representative Basketball and Rowing - a true team player. A keen surfer and skier, she enjoys good health and fitness, with a can do attitude always giving her best and achieving her goals. Always ready for a challenge and demonstrating her passion to reach the top, Rosie achieved a significant personal milestone when she summited Mt Kilimanjaro. She brings that same determination to excel in her work in the real estate industry. A true professional.
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David Archibald
David Archibald

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (2 reviews)
About David

David currently has 3 active property listings and 4 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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Frank Brookes
Frank Brookes

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (1 review)
About Frank

Frank currently has 2 active property listings.

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About us

Christchurch’s coastal properties are special. The seaside and hill suburbs of Sumner, Redcliffs, Clifton Hill, Mount Pleasant, and Heathcote are sought after for their beauty and lifestyle. Our team are Sumner real estate specialists and know the ins and outs of property in Sumner and along the Christchurch coast. We’ll help you tap into the massive power of the Bayleys network to maximise the value of your real estate assets. Backed by New Zealand’s largest full service real estate agency, our national and international reach is unmatched, and we are experts at creating genuine competition for your property. We’re also deeply committed to the local community, supporting organisations such as the Crusaders and Matatū, the Christchurch City Mission, Surfing for Farmers, and the Ballance Farm Environment Awards. We also support local legends such schools, sports teams, and other not-for-profit organisations such as the Banks Peninsula Conservation Trust across Sumner and the surrounding areas. Check out the range of properties that our team has for sale across Sumner and the surrounding areas at our local office or get in touch to list your property with us today.

Our reviews

  4.9  
27 reviewsacross 14 different locations, showing 6.
Seller review
Authentic , Sincere & Down To Earth
26 days ago
Authentic , Sincere & Down To Earth

We chose Adam as he presented as a genuine person who would take care of us throughout the selling process. We weren't disappointed, he acted with integrity and went over and above what was necessary for a real estate agent. We would happily recommend Adam to anyone looking to sell their home.

Adam Whitelock

Adam Whitelock

  4.9   (14 reviews)
Seller review
Amazing Result!!
about 1 month ago
Amazing Result!!

I found Marilyn & Rosie incredibly professional, excellent communicators & spectacular negotiation skills. Lovely to deal with, they made the selling experience easy, smooth & no complications. Both Marilyn & Rosie are lovely, I felt in good hands, I will definitely use them again for my next property.

Petronelli and Still

Petronelli and Still

Seller review
Great communicator and support
about 1 month ago
Great communicator and support

Sara and Adam were professional, supportive and knowledgeable on real estate market.

Sara Ashcroft

Sara Ashcroft

  4.9   (7 reviews)
Seller review
Dedicated and good communicator
about 1 month ago
Dedicated and good communicator

Adam and Sara were very knowledgeable with the market. Gave great feedback and supportive.

Adam Whitelock

Adam Whitelock

  4.9   (14 reviews)
Seller review
A seamless transition from marketing to selling.
about 2 months ago
A seamless transition from marketing to selling.

Rosie and Marilyn recently represented us when we offered our home to the market. We were incredibly grateful for their guidance, sound advice and absolute professionalism, as we navigated the process of selling. From the outset, both Rosie and Marilyn instinctively recognised that it was going to be a hugely emotional journey for us to leave our much loved family home after 43 years and they were unfailing in their empathy and support. They both worked tirelessly through what was an extremely busy marketing campaign and at all times, they maintained close communication not only with us as the vendors, but also with potential purchasers. Rosie and Marilyn are both very relatable and their expertise and passion in the industry were consistently demonstrated throughout our experience. They ensured the process was stress free for us and we loved working with them both. Thank you Team Petronelli & Still - you were exceptional in every way! Gerald & Felicity Turner"

Petronelli and Still

Petronelli and Still

Seller review
True professionals
about 2 months ago
True professionals

If you want a positive stress free buying or selling experience I would strongly recommend Marilyn and Rosie. Their professionalism, strong negotiating skills and local knowledge is second to none. This is the 6th occasion we have used Marilyn and Rosie and again they exceeded my expectation. Thank you Marilyn and Rosie for all your support 10 out of 10

Petronelli and Still

Petronelli and Still

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Our properties

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